Counselling in WV15

I work with adults (18+) and offer individual counselling sessions both online or in-person. We will meet in a welcoming and safe space where you can talk confidentially. We will explore the things that bring you to counselling and may include things like exploring your thoughts, feelings, emotions, patterns of behaviour, situations you are struggling with, relationships or life events. I have a unique style of working which integrates everything I’ve learnt in my professional career so far (in psychology, counselling, coaching, mindfulness and beyond). I take a compassion-led approach to creating tailored and personalised support.

Hello, I'm an Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist offering private therapy to individuals and couples over the age of 18. Therapy is an opportunity for you to have the time and a safe, confidential space to explore your life, yourself and any issues you feel are causing you concern or distress. I can help you with a wide range of issues such as: bereavement, anxiety, depression, panic, pain & chronic health conditions, stress, family & relationship issues, addictions, phobias and many more. I have a special interest in mindfulness and specialise in working with people who have chronic health conditions.

Counselling is one way to give attention to aspects of our lives that trouble us. I concentrate on four areas of life. The first is when we feel bewildered, lost and disorientated. Second is when we see familiar, recurring patterns in ourselves. Third is the pleasures and difficulties of being with other people. Fourth is managing emotion and mood. Ways of thinking, reacting and managing distress vary widely as do practical circumstances. The need to find courage and energy can be tough. Check my website and see if what I offer could be useful to you.

Dr Derek Farrell is a Principal Lecturer in Psychology, an EMDR Therapy Europe Accredited Trainer and Consultant, a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society, and an Accredited Psychotherapist with the British Association of Cognitive & Behavioural Psychotherapies (BABCP). Derek is also Scientific Advisor to the Board of Trauma Aid Germany. In 2020, Derek was awarded an MBE as part of Her Majesty the Queen Birthday Honours, for services to Psychology and Trauma.

Anxiety, depression, social anxiety, health anxiety, habits, addictions, abuse, relationship problems, and work-related stress are just some of the mental health distresses that lead us to counselling. It is important for you to feel safe and listened to throughout our therapeutic relationship in a private confidential setting. Let me help you find the answers without judgment. I offer one-to-one sessions face to face in Church Stretton or Shrewsbury. I also provide telephone counselling ideal if you feel more comfortable in your own setting.

Sometimes life can seem confusing, overwhelming and difficult with no answers and can feel like a very lonely place where no one understands. We can feel stuck and do not know which way to turn, our everyday lives and daily routines can be difficult to manage. Counselling can start to unpick where things have started to go wrong, to unravel our day to day struggles, by beginning to talk in a safe space where you will not be judged, within a safe confidential setting. With this support it can help to see things more clearly enabling us to come to terms with our experiences and to facilitate change when the time is right for you.

Are you feeling stressed, lost, confused or anxious? These feelings may be a result of a traumatic event, pressures from work, family difficulties, addictions, obsessions or trauma. With busy lives, responsibilities and often with others depending on us, we often dismiss our feelings or fail to understand why we feel, the way we do. I offer a safe place where we can focus on you and we will work together using a therapeutic model that meets your needs. I can offer flexible appointments that fits in with your schedule and if you work shifts we can offer flexible sessions.

Are you feeling an overwhelming tangle of emotions or having sleepless nights worrying about your problems. Maybe you have doubts or feel indecisive about the next steps in your personal or work life. Personal or work issues, general anxiety, depression or stress can all impact on life and leave the feeling of being unable to cope. It is more common that you might think and many people find talking to a professional really helps them to find their way forward. You've taken the first step with your search and with many years experience in supporting people with a wide range of issues, I can help you on the path to feeling better.