My Counselling Practice is in the Waterside of Derry-Londonderry, not far from Lisnagelvin Shopping Centre.
It is on a local bus route and there is ample parking at the premises.
Counselling is a confidential conversation between 2 people that takes place in a safe, welcoming space. Counselling sessions last for 1 hour. At the start, the client shares some of their story with me and what is troubling them about it.
We then work collaboratively together to support the client to express and process their thoughts and feelings and begin to find a way forward. Each counselling session is different, as every client is different.
Yes, I offer telephone or zoom counselling sessions; whichever the client would prefer.
Some people find either of these a good option, as they feel more comfortable talking to me in their own environment.
I accept payment for telephone and video sessions via bank transfer or PayPal.
I often work with people who are experiencing anxiety and/or depression, those with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder or personality disorder and those who have experienced a traumatic incident in their lives.
I have experience supporting people with a wide range of disabilities, and I also often support Carers too. Some clients also come to see me because of family relationship difficulties or work-related stress.
I have a lot of experience supporting individuals who have lived through domestic abuse and those who are grieving the death of a loved one, including those bereaved by suicide.
I also have worked extensively with individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for clients to share their worries and work through their difficulties.
I work in partnership with my clients. I firmly believe that you are the expert on yourself and that with the right support, you can rediscover your confidence and strengths, and move towards living a fulfilled and contented life.
It is £40.00 per 1 hour session for those working full time hours.
It is £35.00 per 1 hour session for students, those working part time hours and those not currently working.
There is no charge for cancelled sessions if there is 24 hours’ notice or more given.
For less notice than this, there is a £10.00 fee.
Deciding to have some counselling is a big step to take and most people feel quite nervous about their first session.
I always suggest to potential clients to try having an initial counselling session with me and at the end of the session, the person can decide if they feel comfortable to continue sessions or not.
I will never ask you to talk about anything you are not ready to discuss and will not be offended if a person decides not to continue sessions. It’s so important to find a counsellor that you “click” with.
If you are concerned about a friend or family member and feel they could do with some professional support, encourage them to have a look at my website and social media pages, for them to see if they feel they would be comfortable talking with me.
Yes. My Facebook page is called “Living Well Counselling” and my Instagram page is called “Living Well Counsellor.”
I post on them regularly on topics relevant to achieving and maintaining good mental health.