MY TRAINING
I believe life skills are as important as training in making us the person we are and feel mine have enhanced my ability to understand and support children, young people and adults in an empathetic and non-judgemental way. Before I trained as a Counsellor I also qualified as a Primary School Teacher, studied a Master's Degree in 'Integrated Services for Children and Families' and subsequently worked for Northamptonshire Council supporting and training childcare providers. MY QUALIFICATIONS
Prof.Dip Psy C - Professional Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling Practice
Ad.Dip Psy C - Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
Dip CST - Diploma in Counselling Skills & Theory
Dip Hyp CS - Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Counselling Skills
Also
BABTAC Meditation Teacher Certificate
MA Integrated Services for Children and Families
BA Primary Education
Relax Kids Coach
MY EXPERIENCE
Because I have worked with the elderly and Children and Young People from birth to 25 years of age in a professional and voluntary capacity for over forty years, I can help you face the overwhelming challenges of daily life that may cause anxiety and/or depression. This can also be affected by past trauma, sometimes without us realising. More recently I have been working with 11- to 25-year-olds and it appears many of these pressures come from school, exams, peer pressure, and aspirations for the future. Not to mention the effect Covid 19 has had on their well-being. HOW I CAN HELP YOU
Over the years I have learnt so much about the importance of positive social, emotional, physical and intellectual development of children, young people and adults, and in particular how our physical and mental health affect each other. The thoughts, feelings and behaviours you are currently experiencing are the 'tip of the iceberg' and we will need to explore what is laying beneath the surface. I believe that relaxation is key to helping to relieve many of these pressures, and you might like to include some meditation or hypnotherapy to your treatment. We can discuss that during our sessions, should you wish to take up my service. Whatever route we take will be chosen by you - I am here to support you. HOW I WORK
I work from a private clinic in Daventry and also offer online counselling via Zoom. We will start with a free 15 minute initial discussion by telephone or online: please feel free to leave me a message and I will get back to you at a time that suits you. Our sessions will take place face-to-face either in person or online, as I believe it helps to build a rapport if we can see each other. Whatever you choose I offer an empathic, safe and non-judgmental environment that enables you to feel self-aware and empowered to make positive changes to your life. WORKSHOPS
I also facilitate online and face to face workshops in small groups of 4-8 people:
Meditation groups: Suitable for beginners or those who enjoy regular meditations. These can be online or face to face. Peer group support: To help young people with school and exam worries. Each group would be age appropriate and limited to 6 participants to allow each person to speak.