Integrative Counselling
Integrative counselling will look different in every therapeutic relationship, because each therapist brings their own experience and perspectives to the encounter, and because the model is applied flexibly to meet the needs of my clients.
“Integrative counselling will look different in every therapeutic relationship…”
Integration of different modalities is likely to involve applying relevant techniques in a complimentary way, as well as thinking about the client’s process and using these ideas to help make sense of what is happening for them.
It is important that the therapist continues to develop a sound knowledge of all areas of their integrative model. How it works with an individual client will depend on the relationship and will perhaps involve an element of intuition on the therapist’s part, which is enabled by a good therapeutic client relationship.
Music goes hand in hand with the body & mind.
You got to dance like nobody is watching and sing like nobody is listening.
Suicide is the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, and the biggest killer of men under the age of 50.
Teen Counselling
There is no denying the world is changing at a rate that many struggle to keep up with. This can leave you feeling confused and uncertain about where you fit in or what your role is.
Counselling can provide you with the time and space to take a step back from everyday life and the pressures that can bring and leave you feel like you are losing sight of who you. It can help you talk and explore your own views, thoughts, and feelings. Counselling gives you the time to be you, without judgement and in confidence.
Individual counselling is portrayed in movies, on stage, in commercials, on television shows and other media in iconic images of a client on a couch and a therapist sitting close by, writing on a notepad. Though these images may be parts of many people’s perceptions of counselling.
The primary goal of individual therapy is to increase understanding of one’s thought and behaviour patterns to help increase function and well-being. In therapy, people can learn how to effectively manage stress, interpersonal difficulties and troubling situations. They may develop abilities to make healthy decisions, set goals and become more self-aware.
Individual Counselling
Contact Neil...
Please note all communication will be managed with the strictest confidentiality and the upmost respect.
About Me.
Hi, my name is Neil, I am 51 years old, and I have been qualified as an integrative counsellor for over 10 years.
Prior to my training as a counsellor, I worked in engineering for a number of years as a sheet metal worker and welder, as well as working as a labourer on building sites.
This changed when I was unfortunate to be involved in an accident where I sustained a head injury. The result of this head injury and the support from professionals with my recovery, inspired me to make the dicision to retrain as a counsellor and help others.
This experience has left me with an understanding that life can change very quickly, sometimes as a result of our own actions and sometimes not. It has also taught me that sometimes we could do with some help or support to get us through these difficult times.
We don’t have to do it on our own!
Since my qualification I have been fortunate to have worked for a variety of establishments providing therapeutic support and guidance to people who have found themselves in some challenging situations. It is this time spent in these areas that I have learnt most about people’s individuality and how to support their differences.
Treatment for mental health matters, grief, and other challenges we may face in life is not a one size fits all approach. This is because every person is unique, which makes their worries and problems unique too. Counselling is an opportunity to explore your thoughts feelings and emotions in an environment where you can feel safe and held as you work towards a better understanding of what you are going through and hopefully find a solution with new coping mechanisms and strategies.
Being an integrative counsellor, it gives me the freedom to provide a counselling approach that recognises your individuality and provide a service that compliments you and your needs.
Areas of experience.
Depression
Self-harm
Suicide ideation
Head trauma
Cancer support
Domestic violence
Historical sexual abuse
ASD/ADHD diagnosis and management
Health worries
Hoarding disorder
Exam stress
School / College refusal
Bullying
Invasive thought
Behaviours associated with OCD
Anger & aggression
Client age range.
16 +
(Clients under the age of 18 years will be required to provide a signed parental consent form before work can commence, as discussions to establish whether counselling is the right path for them and their individual needs).
