Counselling in Truro

I am a fully qualified integrative counsellor who has worked within the public sector and with private clients over a number of years. I use a combined approach to psychotherapy as I believe that there is not one single approach that can successfully treat each client in all situations. I am an experienced warm and compassionate Practitioner and believe that the quality of the relationship between Therapist and Client is fundamental. I offer a safe and confidential space, where together, we can explore areas which matter to you, so you can make appropriate changes, feel in control of your life and develop through in-depth sessions.

Emma is a fully qualified MBACP (Accred) registered integrative psychotherapist offering psychotherapy and counselling with over 14 years of experience, working across private practice, NHS and charitable organisations. At times we can become stuck in life patterns and routine, which no longer serve us purpose and consequently cause unbalance, distress and a sense of overwhelm. Life can throw us curve balls, leaving us feeling like we are sinking in the unmanageable and we can all too often avoid our deepest fears and consequently our pain, which causes such unbalance and confusion.

As a Person-Centred practitioner, Empathy, Acceptance and Honesty are at the core of my practice. I bring a warmth to the counselling room which allows my clients a safe place to explore whatever they bring. I believe that in viewing each person as an individual a unique process takes place, where, through active listening, healing can occur. I have learnt that although past events cannot be changed, what can be changed over time is the relationship with your feelings in regard to the traumatic situation experienced and what you have grown to believe about yourself.

It takes courage to ask for help... welcome. As a skilled integrative Counselling Therapist I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space to gently explore the difficulties that can cause us pain and suffering. In my practice I use an individualised and integrative approach to empower my clients, develop skills and utilise the resources within to help face and resolve life’s challenges.

The foundation of my clinical practice is mindfulness-based, holistic and person-centred, so enables a gentle entry point for almost any presenting issue/distress, whether personal, relationship, work or for other areas of personal exploration, re-connection and growth.

I am an experienced Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor in Private Practice able to work with you face to face in my room or via Zoom, Skype or on the telephone. I have over 10 years experience of counselling adults and young adults, (18-25) on a wide range of issues, working flexibly in ways to suit you, as an Individual, by adapting different therapeutic approaches, Person-Centred, Transactional Analysis and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

I am a Counselling Psychologist, Supervisor and Relate trained couples counsellor. I have worked in the NHS for 15 years and the private sector for 7, across Drug & Alcohol Services, Eating Disorder Service, Primary Care counselling and Young People's counselling services. ​I principally work from an integrative position and offer a range of psychological interventions including brief intervention and longer term therapy. I offer an initial assessment appointment to gain a good overview of the concerns you are experiencing and the type of help you are seeking. We will decide on the type of approach which may be most helpful.

I am a qualified art psychotherapist and work across South West Cornwall. I have experience working with people of all ages. I have experience working with people (adults and children) who have experienced abusive relationships , addiction, self harm, those questioning gender, additional needs, anxiety, depression, confusion, sensory needs , behavioural difficultys in children and s.e.n . I work in a person centered way meaning my sessions are client led, I have a large range of art materials to help clients express themselves and understand there own inner world using both verbal and nonverbal communication.

How messy is your bag? Do you feel guilt, shame, anxiety or stress when you sneak a peak? Do you self-attack, self-criticise, self-doubt or self-blame? How about we tip out the contents and look together from a perspective of kindness and compassion, no matter what might be inside? Sifting through at your own pace, looking curiously at your 'stuff'. What leads you to emotional unrest & negative thinking and what will bring forth a sense of certainty, self-assurance & positive thoughts. Whatever it is that troubles you, keeps you restless, you find impossible to share, I'm walking beside you.

Psychotherapy can help you find a path through the tangled places we all sometimes find ourselves in. If you are struggling with a particular issue, such as anxiety, alienation, perfectionism, addiction or bereavement, approaching and accepting your unique experience and ways of being with compassion and mindfulness can lead to profound self-realisation, integration and healing. I offer a confidential space in which you can enquire into your history and patterning to awaken a shift in perspective and behaviour.

Hello, I'm Kat. I offer individual and relationships therapy, both face to face and via video link. I work in an integrative way, tailoring my approach individually to each client or each couple. I have experienced emotional pain, despair, shame and anger, the whole range of human emotions, and understand how hopeless life can feel. I am passionate about helping my clients grow into their most self-loving, confident selves.

In these uncertain times we have been given a unique opportunity that we must not waste to re-evaluate what is important and meaningful in our lives. Do you want to be able to identify those areas of your life that need careful reflection and examination in order to make the best decisions possible going forward for your wellbeing and then implement those decisions?

At any age we can find ourselves out of our depths and in need of various degrees of support, by building a trusting and open therapeutic relationship we can explore together your problems in a safe, warm, and non-judgemental space. Counselling can support you through difficult periods in your life and help in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself. I am honoured to work with children, young people and adults during difficult and stressful times using a pluralistic approach.

If you are reading this profile, you have come to a point in your life where you need some help - someone to talk to, who will truly listen, with empathy and understanding. Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, bereavement or whether you are questioning the purpose or direction of your life, being able to freely express your thoughts and feelings in an atmosphere of safety, confidentiality and trust can open up new ways of seeing and being, enabling you to break free of past conditioning, becoming more aware of who you really are and finding your true potential.

I have 30 yrs post-qualification organisational & private practice experience. I trained and worked in New York & London. As well as private practice, I have managed mental health and substance abuse services. I offer individual psychotherapy, family/couple counselling, & clinical supervision. I work to identify, activate and strengthen people's own internal resources. I combine exploring the origins of behaviours that have become self-defeating, with focusing on current coping strategies, support systems, and improving life in the present moment. Body/mind/emotions/spirit are interconnected, and attention needs to be paid to each.

I'm predominantly a person centred practitioner but also integrate other skills & models of counselling as required, to ensure the best outcome for each individual that I work with. I provide a free initial consultation so that I can assess & meet each unique clients' needs, wishes & goals in a non-judgemental, supportive, empathic way, after all you know yourself better than I do so it makes sense for us to decide between us the best way forward. I offer face to face sessions in Truro, Penzance & surrounding areas, also online video or telephone sessions if you are further afield.

A warm welcome to you! At Polkerris Counselling, in a confidential space just for you, we can take time out from the pressures of life to work things out at your own pace, whether you are facing a life crisis or bereavement, experiencing anxiety, stress or depression or perhaps just feeling something isn't quite right. As an integrative counsellor, I have a range of approaches and techniques to offer to meet the situation you have brought. Currently, I'm often working with new parents, would-be parents and bereaved parents helping them successfully cope with a major life transition with all its pressures, whatever they may be.

Are you impacted by anxiety, depression, trauma, phobia, addiction, grief, or anger? Has life become complicated, feeling overwhelmed or hopeless? Do you need support to reassess priorities, a work-life balance or to rethink or repair a relationship? If so, I am able to help. Should you choose to work with me, my aim is for you to leave each session feeling hopeful and more confident in your ability to recover or make the changes in your life that you would like to make.

If you find that words or language is a barrier to understanding yourself and your challenges then music therapy is for you. Being playful with instruments can seem daunting, but you do not need any particular skill and I will help support you in building your confidence to explore and create in a way that helps you gain insight into your emotions and understanding of yourself.