About Me
Integrative Counsellor in Fleet, North Hampshire & Online
Hello, I’m Ceri, a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
My journey into counselling grew from many years working in education. I spent over 18 years working in education, including senior leadership and Head of School roles, where I developed a strong interest in wellbeing, emotional health, relationships and the experiences that can affect people both personally and professionally. Alongside my leadership responsibilities, I worked closely with children, young people, parents, families and colleagues, supporting them through a wide range of challenges.
Over time, I became increasingly interested in understanding what sits beneath the behaviours and difficulties we see, and in how having the opportunity to feel genuinely heard and understood can make such a difference. This led me to train as a counsellor and begin developing a career that brings together my experience in education with my passion for therapeutic work.
Counselling Training & Experience
I completed my Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, training as an Integrative Counsellor. I subsequently completed my Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People, developing specialist knowledge and skills in working therapeutically with children and adolescents.
Alongside my private practice, I have gained counselling experience working with both adults and young people in voluntary and professional settings. I have supported clients experiencing difficulties including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, bereavement, relationship and family difficulties, emotional distress, self-harm, identity concerns and the impact of difficult life experiences.
Experience in Wellbeing & Family Support
My previous professional roles have also given me extensive experience in safeguarding, supporting emotional wellbeing, working with families and young people, and working alongside other professionals. I feel this experience is an important part of who I am as a counsellor, providing me with a broader understanding of the different pressures and circumstances that can affect our emotional wellbeing.
My Approach to Counselling
I am particularly passionate about creating a therapeutic space where people feel safe enough to be themselves. I believe that the relationship between counsellor and client is central to the therapeutic process and that being met with warmth, empathy and acceptance can be a powerful starting point for change.
I work with adults, young people and children, and I am committed to continuing my professional development so that my practice remains ethical, reflective and responsive to the people I support.