Hello, I’m Allison and I am the Psychodynamic Counsellor behind “Butterfly Counselling”. I am passionate about supporting people who need guidance in all aspects of life. Are you looking for a safe space to share openly with no judgement? Maybe life feels like a struggle, and you are looking for a therapist who can offer empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard to help you work through your emotions and enable healthy growth. Every client and relationship with myself is unique and I will ensure to tailor each session to every individual's needs, with whatever support you require. I will endeavour to journey alongside you and support you.

Before I qualified as a Counsellor, I spent 16 years coordinating a Hospice based Counselling team. This is where I found my passion for supporting people dealing with recent bereavements, cancer diagnosis support and people who were at a real time of need.

Being part of a team who supported both adults and children in exceptionally challenging circumstances, with such empathy and passion, played a huge part in my desire to become a Counsellor.

Since qualifying as a Counsellor, I have been able to continue helping people going through challenging circumstances via my own private practice and also volunteering in my local community.

Why did I choose the name “Butterfly Counselling”? Well, I am inspired by the metaphor of the Butterfly, do you sometimes feel like you can’t open your wing’s, but want to fly? If so, let me help you find your way, and together we can open your wings to a brighter, healthier, happier you.

I aim to provide a trusting and therapeutic relationship with each client, as we aim to identify areas of your life which you are finding difficult, distressing or would like to make changes within. We will work towards developing realistic and achievable goals to support you and your needs.

My Qualifications

• Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
• Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
• Certificate in Online & Telephone Counselling
• Certificate in Loss & Bereavement
• Certificate in Integrated Eye Movement Therapy (IEMT)
• Certificate Walk & Talk Therapy In The Outdoors

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