Counselling and Psychotherapy

Counselling and psychotherapy sessions provide a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours so you can develop a better understanding of yourself and others. It can help you to:

Discover and find ways of coping with painful life experiences

Make sense of changes, confusing circumstances and challenging relationships

Gain clarity of who you are and the choices that you have made

Perhaps you are struggling with one of the issues below? Then Counselling and psychotherapy could help:

• abuse

• anxiety/depression

• identity issues

• relationships

• loss

• self esteem

• sexuality

• spirituality

• stress

• trauma/abuse

However, some difficulties cannot be named or easily identified. It might just be a general feeling that ‘something is not right’ or ‘not as it should be.’ Counselling or psychotherapy could help you find clarity and better understanding of these sometimes overwhelming feelings. If you are interested then please read on to find out more about counselling services at the Lotus Retreat.

And remember that contacting someone for counselling or psychotherapy can be a challenge in itself. So whatever you do next please know that by just visiting this page, you have come closer to taking that first difficult step.

COUNSELLORS & PSYCHOTHERAPISTS

Benn Kiley

My name is Benn Kiley and I have been in private therapeutic practice for over 15 years.

I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and as a qualified and registered counsellor, I can put these letters after my name: MBACP BA (Hons).

I also hold a clear and regularly checked Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check.

Though my approach to counselling is integrative, I am person-centred trained. This means accepting and valuing you as an individual. Only you know what it is like to be you.

My background in philosophy also brings an existential aspect to my work. Life at times can feel confusing and complicated. Fundamental fears such as loneliness and meaninglessness can cause us to behave in ways or do things that we are not fully happy with. This approach seeks to identify these fears and explore ways of overcoming them.

In addition to counselling, I spend time outside the therapy room managing support services for socially excluded and vulnerable people across the southeast England.

Some practical information:

Finding the right therapist for yourself is very important. In support of this, I offer a free introductory session. This usually lasts for half hour. This gives you the space to explore your reasons for wanting counselling and to decide if I am the right person for you.

On-going sessions last for 50 minutes each and the cost is £60.00.

How many sessions you have and the regularity depends on your individual circumstances.

So what should I do next?

To arrange a free introductory session please contact me on:

Mobile: +44 7956 147289

Email: benn.kiley@ocpp.co.uk

For further information please visit Oxfordshire Counselling and Psychology Practice Ltd at www.ocpp.co.uk

Treatment Price: £60.00 (50 min)

Heather Motion Dip.Couns., MNCS Accred, MBACP

About me and how I work

I work with adults (over 18 years) using a primarily person-centred counselling approach within an integrative holistic model, which uses insights and techniques from theories such as CBT, developmental theories, neuroscience, and creative activities, attending to your physical, spiritual and emotional experience. I am a qualified trauma counsellor and this informs my practice, sometimes offering the safety of a focused model to support clients who continue to experience the legacy of trauma in their lives. I can support you with a range of challenges for example: abuse/bullying, anxiety, bereavement/loss, impact of childhood experiences, depression/low mood, emotional dysregulation, relationship issues, impact of health conditions, identity exploration, life stage navigation, low self-esteem/confidence, stress, trauma.

I have worked in charitable counselling agencies and continue to do this alongside my private practice. I came to counselling following a long career in healthcare in which I mainly worked directly with patients and understood the value of creating and maintaining trusting and supportive relationships

Why come to counselling?

Counselling supports you to work through your emotions, thoughts and reactions in times of challenge or change, or when past or present experiences may cause difficulties or confusion. You can find new meanings and perspectives, and so be empowered to find new responses. I provide a therapeutic relationship to ensure you feel seen, accepted and valued, where you come to know and prize your ‘self’, and develop personal and emotional growth. You are your own expert and therefore lead the pace and focus of the work.

I offer a free 20-minute initial call to explore your goals and how we might work together. Our sessions will be weekly and last 50 minutes. We will agree the number of sessions together and review this and your goals regularly.

Please visit my website www.heathermotioncounselling.co.uk for more information about me, my counselling approach, my practice and some practical FAQs.

Qualifications:

Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Dip.Couns.)

Diploma in Trauma Counsellign (CPCAB, Level 6)

Member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (Accred) (MNCS Accred)

Registered Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP)

Contact:

To arrange a free initial call please contact me:

Phone - 07523 796173

Email - heather.counselling21@gmail.com

Website www.heathermotioncounselling.co.uk

Treatment Price

Free 20 minute initial telephone meeting.

£55 standard rate (50 min) session.

Reduced rates for monthly pre-payment and a small number of concessionary rates may be available.

Rachel McDonald

About Me

I have a small psychotherapy practice to which I welcome people of all gender identities, sexual practices and orientations, and relationship structures, and I am kink-knowledgeable. I work gently and compassionately with a wide range of issues including trauma, abuse, relationship issues, anxiety, self-harm, dissociation, disordered eating, difficulty relating to others, and struggling to find meaning in life. Therapy can also provide a wonderful opportunity to understand ourselves better and explore our sexuality and relationships, resulting in more satisfying and affirming relationships and sexual experiences of all kinds.

 My approach is psychodynamic and relational. This means I believe in the value of paying attention to what might be going on ‘under the surface’ in ourselves, in our relationships, and in social groups, as well as to our conscious thought processes and choices. My practice is also trauma-informed, and I am experienced in working with abuse and trauma. I work hard to practise in an anti-oppressive way, which means I actively explore my power and privilege, and what that brings to bear on my actions and words, both in and outside the consulting room.

I come to my work with humility and curiosity, and recognise that each therapeutic relationship is unique. I believe that building trust and a solid foundation is crucial for that relationship, so I work with you to create a space that feels safe enough for you to explore whatever you think is important. It is always up to you to set the agenda.

I have a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychodynamic Practice and many years’ experience of activism and work with survivors of sexual violence, and in queer and kink communities.

I am registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society.

Therapy with me:

I offer weekly face-to-face sessions at the Lotus Retreat, usually on an open-ended basis, and my fee is £65 per 50-minutes session. 

If you are interested in working with me but can’t afford my usual fee, or are looking for time-limited therapy, please get in touch as I have some flexibility. 

If you would like to explore working with me, please contact me to arrange a free 15-minute phone call. During this call I will ask what brings you to therapy at this time, and you will have the opportunity to ask me questions. I usually then suggest we arrange one or two sessions initially to see how it feels to work together, before you decide whether you want to continue. 

Contact:

rachelmcdonaldtherapy@imapmail.org

07955 839570