Blue Amber Counselling Psychotherapy and Holistic Therapies

Blue Amber Counselling Psychotherapy and Holistic Therapies Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy & ADHD/ASD Coaching, Reiki and Counselling Supervision for Student and Qualified Counsellors.

About Me
I am a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor with extensive experience in private practice, which I have been running since 2011. Over the years, I have continued my professional development, gaining additional qualifications and specialising in various areas of counselling, psychotherapy, and hypnotherapy. In addition to my professional expertise, I have ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), which provide me with unique insight into neurodiversity and the challenges it can present. This lived experience enhances my ability to support clients navigating similar experiences, fostering a deeper understanding and connection. My expertise extends beyond formal training, drawing on years of professional and personal experience. These include working in the fields of substance misuse and addictions, learning disabilities, domestic violence, chronic pain, fatigue, and life-limiting illnesses. As someone who has lived with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for most of my life—diagnosed in 2011—I understand the challenges these conditions present. Motivated by my personal journey, I established the Fibromyalgia Somerset & Invisible Me Wellbeing Support Group. This group provides support and information for individuals managing pain, fatigue, and invisible illnesses, including online resources. Additionally, I have contributed to the FMA UK National Support Line. I possess extensive knowledge of fibromyalgia, musculoskeletal and arthritic conditions, and other pain and fatigue-related disorders. My counselling and coaching sessions aim to help individuals better understand and manage their conditions to create a more fulfilling life. Mindfulness Expertise
I hold an Advanced Diploma in Mindfulness, which I integrate uniquely into therapy, offering practical approaches that fit seamlessly into daily routines, including workplace settings. Mindfulness has been transformative for my stress management and fibromyalgia, allowing me to lead a more balanced and less painful life. I share this knowledge in my practice as a "plug-in therapy" tailored to client needs. Specialist Areas
I specialize in working with personality disorders and am fully trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I also offer ADHD coaching, supported by a Level 2 Certificate in working with individuals navigating diagnosis and management. I provide therapy for adults, young people, and children, addressing a wide range of issues, including but not limited to:

Trauma and Abuse: PTSD, CPTSD, childhood abuse, and relational trauma. Mental Health: Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and personality disorders. Physical Health: Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue/ME, pain management, and life-limiting conditions. Life Challenges: Bereavement, disability, stress, work-related issues, relationship challenges, and general counselling needs. Behavioral Issues: Substance misuse, anger management, ADHD, and more. Session Structure
Sessions last up to an hour and are tailored to each individual. We work collaboratively to identify the issues at hand and determine the best therapeutic approach. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from counselling; sessions can also focus on personal growth and finding direction in life. To achieve the best outcomes, a minimum of six sessions is recommended, though this varies depending on individual needs. Complex issues may require longer-term therapy. Contact Information
Lizzy
📞 01278 760680 / 07815 606 372
✉️ blueambercounselling@live.co.uk

Qualifications and Training

Higher Diploma in Counselling (Integrative Therapy): 2011
Advanced Certificate in Counselling Practice: 2009
Mindfulness Diploma: 2016
Diploma in Hypnotherapy: 2019 (Somerset School of Hypnotherapy)
Smoking Cessation, Weight Management, Hypnotic Gastric Band Procedures. Advanced Diploma in Transpersonal Therapy: 2020
Specialized Training:

Adolescent Development and Substance Misuse: 2014
Working with Relational Trauma: Dealing with Disorganized Attachment: 2017
Trauma and the Body: Somatization and Dissociation: 2017
Post-Qualifying Diploma in Counselling Children and Adolescents: 2017
Working with Dissociative Disorders in Clinical Practice: 2017
DBT Essentials (Accredited Level 3): 2018

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Tuesday 9am - 1:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

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About me My name is Lizzy Oakley of Blue Amber Counselling. I am a qualified Integrative counsellor. Integrative therapy , or integrative counselling is a combined approach to psychotherapy that brings together different elements of specific therapies. I have been a carer in many capacities which include the care of my own daughter who contracted meningitis at the age of 13 months old. She was left with life limiting injuries and severe to profound deafness. From this I have gained a vast amount of knowledge which I feel could benefit other people alike. My counselling training started at a school working with children and adolescents ranging from 11 to 16 years of age. My other areas of expertise comes from working within the field of and life experience itself, and include: substance misuse and addictions, learning disabilities, domestic violence, pain and chronic fatigue, life limiting illness, and much more.

I have extensive knowledge around fibromyalgia, musculoskeletal and arthritic diseases as well as other pain and fatigue conditions. I have suffered from Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue for most of my life but was not diagnosed until 2011. From this I set up and created a local community support group and a online support page under the name of Fibromyalgia Somerset & Invisible Me Wellbeing Support Group. Sadly the local community group has now closed but I continue to support people on a one to one basis in the community as well as still run the worldwide support page. This page supports anyone suffering the impact of any pain and fatigue related illness.

One to One Community Support Are you newly diagnosed and don't know how to cope or where to find help ? Do you feel isolated, anxious and lonely ? Do others around you not understand you ? Are you struggling to get your GP or other health professional to understand how you feel or listen to you ? Do you grieve over the way you used to be able to do things ? You could benefit from one to one private counselling/therapy. I offer a 6 week package which will help you be able to move forward with your life again. This can be in your own home or at an easy to get to location. Contact me for more information. I have a Diploma in Mindfulness and offer courses for this as well as Mindfulness Therapy. I also offer a number of other courses and this can be found on my webpage under the services I offer Section. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) I abide by its Ethical Framework for good practice in Counselling & Psychotherapy. I work with: Abuse, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement, Disability, General Counselling, Self Esteem, Relationships, Stress, Work Related Issues, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue/ME, Substance Misuse, Anger Management, Couple Counselling and many others. I offer: Low Cost Counselling for Counselling Students Long term face to face work Short term face to face work Home visits (Usually housebound or disabled clients) Online counselling (Email or Chat) Telephone Counselling I offer a confidential service whether this be face to face, through a telephone call, email or social media. After you have made first contact we will then agree a time and day to meet either at Blue Amber Therapy Rooms or at an agreed local venue. My sessions are for a full hour where we discuss what the issues might be if any and how I might be able to help you. I offer Integrative therapy where I will look at what the issues may be and then look at the right ways to help you work through things. However you don't need need to have any issues when coming to counselling but just looking for a way forward with your life. To get the best from your counselling you will need to see me for at least 6 sessions. However some people need more and this is fine as not everyone is the same and need more time to resolve their issues. "Knowing Yourself Is the Beginning of all Wisdom" Training, Qualifications & Experience

Higher Diploma In Counselling [Integrative Therapy] [2011]