Confidential counselling service based in Stroud, Gloucestershire
Elbow Room
Talking Therapy
In a world that can sometimes feel confusing, stressful, anxiety-provoking and overwhelming, it is no wonder that things can feel challenging.
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Whatever is going on for you, no matter how you are feeling, I welcome you to come as you are.
Hello, I am Amy, a qualified Person-Centred counsellor and supervisor, my therapeutic style is relational, I consider myself to be approachable and friendly with respect and empathy at the heart of my work. I offer an open and non-judgemental space for you to reconnect with your true self.
My intention is to facilitate a safe environment in which you have the space and time to gain greater understanding and self-awareness, which in time allows you to grow in confidence and self-worth so that life’s decisions and challenges feel less daunting and overwhelming.
Therapy can help to make connections between life’s challenges and our bodies responses, whilst creating internal compassion for past experiences and resilience for the future.
Alongside my private practice, I am employed as a Team Lead and young persons counsellor at a charity organisation in Gloucester as well as teaching on the Level 5 CPCAB Children and Young Persons Counselling Diploma.
Previously working as a counsellor at a charity organisation in Bristol and a volunteer counsellor for Cotswold Counselling in Cirencester working with adults.
For further information, I welcome enquiries via email, in which we can arrange a suitable time to have a free 15-minute consultation to discuss working together.
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Want to know a bit more about therapy with me? To help you get your answers quickly, I’ve compiled a list of some of the most popular questions I’ve received from clients, accompanied by thorough answers. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Get in touch and I’ll be happy to assist you.
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How do I contact you?
Drop me an email: hello@elbowroomtalkingtherapy.co.uk
I aim to get back to you within 48hrs. We can organise a free 15-minute chat, where we can get a sense of compatibility and gives you the opportunity to ask any questions.
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What will I talk about?
That’s totally up to you, it is your time and space to think about what challenges you face in your life, these could be issues from childhood, a traumatic event, relationship difficulties or feelings of stress, anxiety or depression.
How long will the sessions be?
Each session last 50 mins and I can offer short or long term work to suit your needs.
How much will it cost?
Sessions are £55.00 for 50 minutes, payable in advance via BACS.
Where do sessions take place?
I work remotely using Zoom, telephone or in-person at rooms in central Stroud in Gloucestershire.
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Is counselling confidential?
What you say in counselling is confidential and what we discuss stays between us.
However, there are a few exceptions to this, which I will discuss at our first meeting.
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What are your qualifications and experience?
I am a qualified counsellor with a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (CPCAB) and Level 5 Counselling Children and Young People (CPCAB).
Foundation Course 'Working with Eating Disorders' with the National Centre for Eating Disorders.
Certificate in Relational Supervision - CYP and Adult Focus. (CPCAB Level 5 certificate)
I have a current DBS check.
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Experienced counselling adults and young people and am currently employed as the Team Lead & Senior Counsellor at TIC+, Gloucester, a children's and young people's mental health charity (my private practice is a separate service).
Fully insured and am a member of the National Counselling Society and adhere to their code of ethics.
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I have experience working with eating disorders, anxiety, stress, depression, low self-esteem, trauma & childhood trauma, self-harm and suicidal thoughts.
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