ABOUT MY PRACTICE
How I work
I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor, my approach is to create an environment that feels safe and holding. I will listen attentively, and empathically, offering reflection when needed. I work experientially and have an understanding, that when there are language barriers, verbal expression feels challenging and words may become stuck, I can provide a space for exploring alternative ways to find expression, sometimes incorporating creativity to support the counselling process. I work inclusively, humanistically and relationally meaning you and I work together in the here and now, focusing on what you are bringing and acknowledging all parts of you. This approach encompasses some of how I work as a Gestalt Counsellor.
Professional Standards
I am a registered accredited member (MBACP Accred), of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and abide by their Ethical Framework for the Counselling Profession. I am a member of UKAGP (The UK Association for Gestalt Practitioners) and ACTO (Association for Counselling and Therapy Online).
GESTALT COUNSELLING
If you want to know more about the Gestalt approach, please follow the link which will provide you with a short overview
WHO I WORK WITH
- Adults 18+
- Many different backgrounds
- A variety of cultural diversities
- Different gender and sexualities which encompass a diverse spectrum of identities and orientations
- Those facing various challenges in life who may find it difficult to reach their full potential
HOW I DELIVER THERAPY
- Online - Zoom
- Face to Face - Longcroft House (EC2M)
- Face to Face - Walk and Talk
- Face to Face - Alternative Spaces
ONLINE via ZOOM
I am a certified Online Counsellor and a member of ACTO (Association for Counselling and Therapy Online). This means I have undertaken courses to work safely and competently online and continue to do so. If you wish to have counselling this way it may be useful to consider a few things like:
- Do you feel comfortable using technology?
- Is there a safe and private space which you can use each week without being interrupted or overheard?
- Is your broadband speed stable enough, especially when using WiFi?
- Do you have a desk or laptop you can use?
FACE-TO-FACE
I work with clients face-to-face in a therapy room. It may be useful to consider a few things like:
- Do you feel comfortable being in a room face-to-face for counselling?
- Do you notice any anxiety or fear when you consider the first question?
- Do you feel it is important to wear a mask to undertake face-to-face sessions and for your counsellor to do so?
- Are there any other considerations important for you to feel safe and comfortable in face-to-face counselling? It may be useful to make a list.
FACE-TO-FACE WALK and TALK
I can offer Walk and Talk Counselling, if you feel unsure, or have some fear or anxiety being in a therapy room. It may be useful to consider a few things like:
- How do you feel about being in an open public space?
- Do you feel an environment like a park, by the river or canal, might support you to feel more comfortable?
- Considering how you may feel if you bump into someone you know, what might that be like?
- Do you have any physical concerns that may prevent you from walking for a period of time?
FACE-TO-FACE ALTERNATIVE SPACES
If you have any concerns about sitting face-to-face in a therapy room, I can consider Alternative Spaces, like a studio space where more movement and flexibility are permissible.
The shortlist of considerations is to help you to think a little about coming to counselling, and what method of counselling you may prefer.
CONTACT AND TRADING ADDRESS: Podium Longcroft House 2-8 Victoria Avenue London EC2M 4NS
Counselling in the UK England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Island
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