What is counselling?
In the simplest terms, counselling or therapy, (we tend to use the terms interchangeably), is a gateway to greater understanding of yourself. It’s an opportunity to grow, to make changes (if that’s what you want) and to centre yourself.
I often use the analogy of ‘driving your bus’ – if you’re feeling like a passenger in your own life, therapy is your opportunity to step into the driving seat.
The therapeutic relationship exists purely for your benefit, making it unlike any other relationship you may have experienced in your life so far. I’m committed to working ethically to provide you with a safe, secure base where you can bring your whole self and explore your feelings without fear of judgement, feeling held and understood throughout.
Coming to therapy requires you to work with honesty and bravery. We will co-create an environment where you can work through your emotional challenges at a pace that feels safe.
Person-centred counselling is a hopeful form of therapy, one that holds at its centre an optimism for your growth potential.
I work at all times with your wellbeing at the heart of my practice. My job is to walk alongside you, working with you as you decide which route to take. You choose the pace and together we form a therapeutic relationship within which you have the space to do the emotional work necessary to move forward.
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