Counselling Services

What is person-centred counselling?

Person-centred counselling is one of the humanistic modalities or approaches to therapy. It was founded in the 1940s by the American psychologist Carl Rogers who believed that, given the right conditions, a person can reach their full potential and become their true self, which he termed ‘self-actualisation’. This actualisation process is innate and accessible to everyone.

My experience, working with clients, supports Roger’s theory. We are all experts in our own lives and we have within us the unique ability to find our own way forward.  Sometimes this innate ability to find our way in life becomes blocked, or buried under layers of trauma, distress, or confusion. My aim is to provide a safe non-judgemental space in which to explore your thoughts and feelings. I can help you uncover value-based thought patterns or behaviours that no longer serve purpose in your life. Therapy takes place within the unique connection between counsellor and client, offering a relationship in which being listened to, and heard with real understanding, can be transformative for clients, who often report “feeling lighter”.

If you would like to know more, or think counselling might be helpful for you, please get in touch. I offer an initial half hour call, free of charge, in which you can ask any questions and get a sense if I am the right counsellor for you.