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Hello and thank you for visiting my website, my name is Theresa and I am an Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor.
 
If you are at a point in your life where you just need someone to talk to, in a safe and confidential environment, then I can offer you that space where you are able to be free to be yourself. I work to your agenda, which means that our sessions will always be about you and what you want to talk about. My core modality is Person-Centred but through my training I can utilise other skills such as Psychodynamic and Existentialism, as detailed below. My principal areas of work are bereavement and sexual abuse, for both men and women, and I gained my experience by spending time working at Milton Keynes Bereavement Service and Northamptonshire Rape Crisis. I am a warm, caring and empathic listener who will treat you with respect and make no judgements about any concerns you may wish to discuss.
 
If you want to explore how your thoughts and feelings are impacting you in the present moment. We can explore what past or present experiences may be triggering these. I can support you in developing effective coping skills if you are feeling challenged, work with you to help you achieve any goals you want to set yourself and develop your self-esteem to enable you to face the challenges with confidence.

Areas of Work

  • Person-Centred
  • Psychodynamic
  • Existentialism

The person-centred approach is a non-directive talking therapy where you are at the centre of our work together. I will explore with you your thoughts and feelings in the here and now, helping you to make sense of any confusion you may be experiencing in the present moment.  I tailor my work to your needs so that you can talk about your concerns at your pace and when you feel you are ready to explore them.

The psychodynamic approach is more in-depth and explores how your childhood experiences influence and impact on the present.  You will be able to have a better understanding of how these might be having an effect on your day to day life, this may be your attachment style or the way in which you relate to others on a personal level.

Existentialism is about uncovering the meaning of your life and self through free will, choice and awareness. We will explore what your thoughts and feelings mean to you rather than why you are experiencing them. The focus is to help you think things through and develop new ideas and perspectives that enable you to consider your options and lead a fulfilling life.

Qualifications

I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and work within their Ethical Framework, which ensures that I offer you a professional level of service at all times.
 

Certifications

  • CPCAB L4
  • CPCAB L3
  • CPCAB L2