As a qualified psychotherapist and supervisor, registered with the BACP, I offer psycho-therapeutic counselling in the village of Market Lavington, near Devizes in Wiltshire.

Please Contact me to arrange an initial chat on the phone, to  arrange a time for your first session if you would like to book in. I am available for phone calls 9-6pm Monday to Friday and Saturday 9-1pm.

 

What happens in counselling sessions?

Counselling sessions begin with talking things through in the therapy room, to give me an understanding of what you need support with. We discuss your experiences, and what would help you moving forwards.

After your first session, you can decide if you wish to continue to work with me. We then make a plan for future sessions. There is no limit on the number of sessions, but 4 to six weekly appointments initially would be advisable.

We work together to identify the underlying causes of your current feelings,  You may be concerned about what has happened in your past, or worry about the future. My aim  is to support you in finding a healthy way forwards in the present.

I specialise in trauma, helping you to find emotional balance, which can be turned upside-down by life events. Trauma can affect both mind and body, causing physical symptoms and draining your emotional energy.

The methods I use

I focus on the holistic connection between mind, body and soul, with a psycho-spiritual model of counselling.

A person-centred approach helps us to get to know each other in our therapeutic relationship. This means that you will not be judged, and sessions are geared around your needs, at your own pace.

 

Gestalt therapy is where we look at how issues affect your body, understanding how sensations link to emotion. The body reflects past experiences, which we experience in the present present, as somatic sensations, or feelings in the body.

I also use Psychosynthesis, which recognises ‘parts of self: a useful way to work with overwhelming feelings. For example, you might say’ part of me feels anxious’ rather than ‘I am anxious’.

My particular areas of interest are:

• Grief
• Trauma
• Weight loss issues
• Disordered eating
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Pet bereavement
• Spirituality
• Relationships
• Couples

 

Other therapeutic options

I offer Life coaching to help you to plan for your future, making changes that will benefit you. I also work with couples, to help you to understand each other and how you can both develop in your relationship.

As a Reiki Master, I use the effect of balancing the body’s emotional energy and promoting self-healing, to regulate the effects of emotion on the body.

Sessions can also include mindfulness and reiki techniques to help you to find a sense of peace and relaxation.

Being outside is a great way to connect with the natural world, with many opportunities to open up helpful conversations.

We can assess if counselling with the horses would be of benefit to you, if you wish.

 

Secluded areas are dotted around with views across the fields, stretching down to the stream.

I also offer therapy on-line using Zoom. 

I work with short or long-term  therapy  for clients over the age of 18 years.

For session prices click: PRICES

 

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Opening Hours for appointments:

• Monday 12-6pm
• Tuesday 12-6pm
• Wednesday 12-6pm
• Friday 12-6pm
• Saturday 10-1pm

Supervision

I am available for supervision for counsellors, equine therapists, and other professionals. Please contact me to discuss your requirements.

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I work within the BACP Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy and am subject to its Professional Conduct Procedure.

Counselling can help with:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• Family issues
• Grief
• Life Coaching
• Loneliness
• Low self-esteem
• Pet Bereavement
• Relationships
• Self-confidence
• Separation and divorce
• Spirituality
• Trauma