Hello
My name is Diane, and Inner Freedom Counselling is my private counselling practice. I am an Accredited Registered Counsellor with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work within the BACP Ethical Framework for Counsellors, and the BACP Guidelines for Online Counselling and Psychotherapy. Information relating to both documents can be found at www.bacp.co.uk. I have worked with clients across all age ranges, from 11 years old upwards.
About me and my therapy practice
Sometimes in life we find ourselves struggling with our inner thoughts and feelings and we behave in ways we find difficult to understand. It could be that we have experienced a life changing event, or it could just be that something inside does not feel right, and we cannot explain why. Asking for help can be very daunting, but an incredibly valuable first step to change.
I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgmental space in which to explore those feelings and thoughts, what they may mean to you, and help you to understand how to release the inner turmoil and move forward with your life.
I believe counselling is about the individual and the expert on you is you. My role as a professional is to listen, and facilitate self awareness, this enables growth and long-term coping mechanisms for the future. My approach depends on the individual client, the issues they face and what they want from the process. I trained as an Integrative Counsellor, this includes Person-Centred, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. I am an accredited registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and adhere to their ethical code of conduct. This means that my clients are my main priority, and I am focussed on their welfare.
Practice description
I offer online or telephone appointments, which gives you the opportunity to access counselling at a time, and in a place, which is convenient for you. Appointments are either 50 minutes or 30 minutes depending on your availability and needs. Even if you are not familiar with technology, I can assure you I will make it as easy as possible. If you are interested, I will send you all the information you need to start, and we work together to make it a comfortable experience. All you need is an email address.
What I can help with
Abuse, Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement, Cancer, Child related issues, Chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, Depression, Disability, Health related issues, Infertility, LGBTQ+ counselling, Loss, Menopause, Mood disorder, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues
Types of therapy
Brief therapy, CBT, Humanistic, Integrative, Person centred, Psychodynamic
Clients I work with
Adults, EAP, Older adults, Trainees