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These days it is easy to lose contact with our fundamental identity as
creative and empowered human beings. In a world of 'doing' there can
seem to be little opportunity for 'being' as the demands of everyday
life become increasingly complicated, impersonal and time-stressed.
A person's behaviour is not who they are, though it can be seen as a
symptom of where they are. If we are feeling threatened, disempowered,
inadequate or stuck, it can be difficult to know which way to turn and
we may experience being untrusting, lost, impatient or desperate as a
result.
THE PERSON-CENTRED APPROACH is not about 'doing to' or 'doing for' the
client- it is about 'being with' them in the here-and-now of their
reality. A person may be experiencing specific difficulties in adapting
to change, be carrying some inner 'burden' and feel unable or unwilling
to let it go, or are simply wanting to find a way to be more
fully who they truly are. Through the process of counselling and
therapy people often discover new perspectives on old difficulties,
find hidden resources within themselves that equip them for meeting the
challenges of their current life, or are able to manifest dreams of a
different way of being in the world.
THE PERSON-CENTRED MODEL of counselling and psychotherapy is
non-directive, is neither invasive nor manipulative and is concerned
with removing obstacles to human development and facilitating the
client in re-connecting with their natural capacity for living as a
whole person.
PERSON-CENTRED THERAPY offers the opportunity for transformation and
healing by facilitating the relationship with our authentic identity.
To be seen, heard, valued and accepted - without judgement - for who we
truly are is a fundamental, human need. Many have not experienced being
received in this way since early childhood, while many have never
experienced it.
Therapy sessions last 55minutes and take place on a weekly
basis. All sessions are confidential and the first one is free. My fee
is £30 and I am able to offer a few clients a reduced fee in
cases of extreme financial hardship. I request at least 24 hours notice
if an appointment is to be cancelled, otherwise I will require the
agreed payment. As a member of the British Association for Counselling
& Psychotherapy I abide by its Code of Ethics and attend
regular supervision.
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‘Chris Hardaker. Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling and Therapy (MBACP)’
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