Counselling

I have a Diploma in Humanistic/Gestalt Counselling and I'm working towards accreditation with the BACP.  My private practice is close to Romsey's town centre, less than 5 mins walk from the train station and Waitrose.  If you live outside Romsey, why not make a leisurely day of it and explore this historic town and Abbey. 

90 minutMaggie Buchanan counsellore sessions 

Most counsellors offer sessions lasting 50 minutes or an hour.  Private sessions with me last 90 minutes, allowing time to explore your topic without feeling rushed.

My counselling experience

I have been working as a volunteer counsellor in GPs' surgeries in Southampton since February 2009.  This experience is very varied and I have helped clients with the following issues:

            • Distress following a traumatic experience
            • Sense of not fitting in, feeling like an outsider
            • Low self-esteem
            • Anxiety, depression and associated physical symptoms
            • Emotional and financial distress following loss of job or relationship
            • Family relationships: secrets, old disputes, jealousies, etc.

 

What is counselling like?

It's not the same as talking to a kind friend, although that too can be enormously helpful.  There's an additional factor, a 'special something'.  That is, the counsellor's ability to give you genuine, undivided attention, known as 'unconditional positive regard'. This special experience is unique to the relationship with your counsellor and is the key to transformation.

Once we have established a 'safe container', the work begins.  I use my skills and creativRenewe imagination to help you see things with fresh eyes.  Gradually - or in some cases, suddenly - you will feel new energy, awakening within you a motivation to resolve your problem as only you can. 

Confidential

At the start we agree terms of confidentiality according to counselling guidelines.

My rates and place of business

Counselling in Romsey

We meet at my house, which is comfortable and private.  All sessions last 90 minutes, and the first one includes an assessment lasting about 30 mins.  Sessions cost £35 until March 2011.  Payment is due on the day.  Normally I would see you weekly, or possibly fortnightly.  If you are on a low income, I can reduce the price by up to 50%.

As an Affiliate of BACP, I am bound by its Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling and subject to the Professional Conduct Procedure.  I am also an Affiliate Member of the UKAHPP (UK Association for Humanistic Psychology Practitioners) and subject to their ethical principles and Code of Practice.

To make an appointment or ask for more information, please contact me.