Counselling in Swanscombe

A warm welcome. What's bothering you might seem small on the outside but can actually be very big on the inside thus impairing you from enjoying and living your best life everyday. You can't change the past but you can change the influence that the past is having on you.  I will offer you a safe, private and peaceful space to talk about the difficulties you are facing, to reflect on past experiences that may have left you anxious or depressed, and to work alongside you in making the changes that you feel you need. I am an accredited member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP

Sometimes our lives are interrupted by events, changing circumstances and personal challenges. Having a trusting and non-judgemental relationship with a caring professional, can enable you to work through such difficult times and move forward. We can work together to explore your current situation in a safe, non-directive and confidential way. This will give you the opportunity to reflect, question, process, allow for change, or whatever you feel is necessary at this time. If what you need is someone to listen unconditionally and respectfully, as you find your way on your journey, then we can work together.

Are you unable to move on? Are you being triggered not fully understanding why you react, often caught in a repeated upsetting memory or memories and unable to shake its grasp? Do you feel misunderstood, confused, angry, and isolated? Do your loved ones and friends comment on how you've changed? Sounds familiar? You may be suffering from PTSD, grief or trauma. Don't despair. There is hope. As a qualified mental health practitioner and trauma therapist I have worked with people like you. Some have experienced violent crime, domestic violence, sexual assault, road traffic accidents, bullying, abuse, neglect or complex military trauma.

We ALL have difficulties of one kind or another throughout our lives… some things are easier to deal with than others and many of us could do with a trusting, non-judgemental relationship with a caring professional who can enable, guide, and support you through such difficult times. Therapy will give you the opportunity to be heard, to reflect, question, process, analyse, and heal, allowing for change(s) in your inner and outer world. I am a compassionate and empathic Counsellor with a down to earth approach and here to assist you on the journey- whether short or long-term. I embrace the ‘Integrative approach’ to therapy, meaning

Hello my name is Christine and you have made the first big step simply by looking on this site. My aim is to offer a safe environment to explore the difficulties you are experiencing, and to work at your own pace. It can be hard sometimes to fully open up to family and friends, we all need someone to just simply be there for us, without judging. And to sit and listen, providing a safe place.

Maybe you are in crisis right now, or you've been feeling low and overwhelmed. Or is your life becoming self destructive and you'd like to make changes? Are you overweight and want that to be different? I believe we are all vulnerable when life throws its obstacles at us and we all need a safe space to unravel what has been going on and help gain the strength to choose how to move forward. I can offer you an impartial and friendly place to help you through this difficult time and help support you to move forward.

Are you a parent worrying about your child or teenager's mental health? Are you a young person yourself who's struggling? I am a fully qualified, integrative counsellor working exclusively with young people aged 11-21 years. I have experience working with young people with a range of issues, such as anxiety, depression, self harm, low self esteem, issues with body image, relationship/ friendship issues, school issues, family conflicts, sexuality and gender identity. I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, have full public indemnity insurance, an enhanced DBS and additional safeguarding training.

Hi my name is Ade and I am a qualified counsellor/psycho, I am a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists and I adhere to its framework. I work in an integrative way meaning I use elements of different therapeutic approaches to meet individual client needs. I also work with clients who have a faith and would like therapy that is holistically sensitive to there physical, emotional, social and spiritual wellbeing. Do you suffer with self-esteem issues, anxiety, low moods- or feel stuck and frustrated in your efforts, do you feel different and struggle with decision making? please feel free to contact me.

My name is Esjai and I am UK Relate trained and qualified, now working in Private Practice. Although my specialism is in Relationships, I deal with all types of issues that affect people, including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, sexual & physical abuse etc. I work with individuals, couples and families. I'm also a qualified Trauma therapist using the Rewind Technique for PTSD (I offer free sessions to Veterans) alongside EMDR for PTSD & C-PTSD, phobias & severe anxiety & depression for adults and children. A lot of issues are caused by previous trauma that has a knock on effect to our behaviours.

Have you experienced situations that have left you troubled or suffering from stress, anxiety, feeling depressed or loneliness. Maybe from a separation, divorce, or bereavement. You may not really understand why you feel this way or perhaps even understand who you are. There are times in our lives when we all experience life situations and events that may leave us feeling overwhelmed. It may create anger, anxiety, stress, and a feeling of powerlessness within your daily routine. These times can be very lonely and difficult to cope with.

We can work to whatever aims you wish to achieve based on your individual needs, therefore enabling you to be confident in moving forward. I can offer an honest and warm environment for you to feel safe to explore and understand any difficulties you may be experiencing. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, you may have a particular problem that is concerning you, had a traumatic experience, feel you have no direction in life. Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, I can offer an honest and warm environment for you to feel safe to explore and understand any difficulties you may be experiencing

Don't despair, help is at hand" I have been an integrative therapist for over ten years and lecture at Inter- Psyche, Kent and Medway NHS Trust. I work with children and adults, in couples or individually. I utilise an array of counselling approaches as I believe not one method is superior to another and that we are all unique individuals.I have helped my clients understand themselves better, be it overcoming depression, loss, anxiety or improving their personal relationships. What to expect: Counselling is about building a trusting relationship. To help you feel safe and secure I provide a boundaried, respectful, confidential and non-discriminative alliance. At the end of our first session I always ask “do you feel you can work with me”, as it is important that you feel comfortable and safe. Due to the busyness of modern day life and people being constantly on the move, I am able to accommodate this by offering skype or telephone sessions. Next step Seeking help is often the hardest part yet I would like to commend you on your courage for taking this first step. Get in touch so we can start this journey together.