
Private practice description
My Background
In 2009, I began working in Mental Health and Wellbeing as a Holistic Therapist | Coach and NLP Master Practitioner.
My roles include delivering government-approved wellbeing programs in Jobcentres, probation and community hubs.
I set up in private practice in 2012 and have continued to add other qualifications and skills to my initial training.
What I can help with
My empathy, understanding and wide range of approaches that I am trained in can help with many problems, including;
Abuse, Addictions, Anxiety, Cultural issues, Depression, Disability (including hidden disabilities and Neurodiversity), Health related issues, Identity issues, Life coaching, Loss, Men's issues, Obsessions, Personal development, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Relationships, Self esteem, Sex-related issues, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Spirituality, Trauma, Women's issues and potentially more.
An initial conversation can better determine how I can help.
I work with
Adults, Older adults, Organisations (please visit my other website for contract work through organisations).
Delivery primarily through, online counselling/therapy:
At the moment I am offering private one-to-one remote sessions via online platforms: Zoom or Telehealth. Telephone counselling is also an option. My private practice will reopen from new premises around late September/October time.
Experience and Qualifications
Experience
Over the years, my work has involved helping individuals experiencing a range of problems, including Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Attachment, Relationship, Sexuality, Loss/Life Change, and Diversity issues.
I feel that my personal and professional experiences help me resonate and empathise with people from all walks of life.
I am very passionate about my work. The positive feedback received through work noted my ability to connect and engage well with individuals within a therapeutic space, enabling them to make sense of their difficult situations and cope better with painful and distressing emotions.
Qualifications
2014-2020
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CPCAB-L3 Counselling Studies
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HND in Mental Health & Social Studies
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Psychwire Course- Essentials of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
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Psychwire Course -Motivational Interviewing
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FutureLearn- Mindfulness Practice for Stress and peak performance
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Co-Active Coaching Skills (CPD)
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CPD Nathaniel Brandon 6 Pillars of self-esteem
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FutureLearn-Psychology and Mental Health, beyond nature and nurture.
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The Resilient Heart™ – Trauma-Sensitive HeartMath® Certified Practitioner
2009-2013
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NLP Master Practitioner
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NLP Timeline Therapy
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Dip in Clinical Hypnotherapy
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Level 1: Gottman Method (Relationships)
2004-2008
2020 - Present
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CPCAB-L4 Dip Therapeutic Counselling
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FDs Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy
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MBACP Registered Therapist
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Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Certified all levels 1-3.
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Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) Certified Level 1
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BSc Hons in Cognitive Behavioural Approaches (top-up)
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Full time mum
1998-2001
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HND in Business studies in the media industry
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Dip in Holistic Therapy and Nutrition
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Level 2 Counselling skills