A need to talk. A need to be listened to.
In spite of this we can still feel very much alone with our difficulties and problems. Counselling offers a valuable space where you can both talk and be listened to.
The counselling process presents an opportunity to help you explore new ways of learning to cope. This is undertaken within a private, secure, confidential and enabling setting.
Why do people come for counselling?
At least one in four of the UK population experiences mental health problems at some stage in their lives.
Life can be extremely difficult with unexpected challenges, unanticipated crises and painful transitions. Sometimes it can be an accumulation of traumatic events that can leave us feeling vulnerable. At other times, it can be a strong need to make sense of what is going on, when we’re surrounded by chaos and discontent.
Whether it’s addiction issues (such as porn & sex addiction) or employment stress, bereavement or depression, life changes or relationship breakdown – Counselling can be a positive way to move forward into healthy change, healing and recovery”
“My aim is to help and aid you move ahead with your future rather than feeling trapped and dwelling on your past.”
Counselling with compassion
Phil Kenny is a Senior Accredited Counsellor with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), offering counselling sessions based from his practice in South London. In his own words, he describes his experience as a practitioner – as well as the vision and values he holds dear.
It has been a special privilege to have had a career in the mental health profession for many years. This has included working in various NHS settings, the private sector (Nightingale and Priory Hospitals London) and the following charites: Everyman, Firefighters Charity, Maytree, Mind and Survivors UK. I have also worked in education (Barnet and Hendon Colleges) and the Prison Service (Holloway and Pentonville). This varied employment pathway has enabled me to work with hundreds of people throughout the UK; those who have presented with a vast spectrum of emotional pain and distress.
I am now transferring from the charity and statutory services and makeing available my wide therapy experience and track record, in a private capacity, to help you address personal issues that are leaving you feeling drained and defeated. With professionalism and respect, I offer a straight forward, matter-of-fact and direct style – one that is relevant to exploring the life concerns you are struggling with. I will listen to you in an approachable, empathic manner. You will be treated with concern, dignity and value.
A safe, constructive space where you can be yourself
Whilst the counselling experience doesn’t benefit everybody, most clients I have seen have gained something from their attendance. Some clients referred by their GP whom I have seen have been initially sceptical about opening up to what is termed as ‘talking therapies’. They have been surprised to discover just how beneficial they have found the experience to be. Clients have commented on feeling comfortable and being listened to, which aids and encourages them to open up and talk about the issues in their lives that are causing them distress. Frequently, clients have used the words helpful, useful and valuable when describing their experience at their final appointment. Other common words that have emerged are highlighted as follows:
- informative
- non-judgemental
- positive
- challenging
- reflective
- understanding
- strengthening
- enlightening
- insightful
- supportive
Services available
- Individual counselling appointments, including assessments
- Microsoft Teams counselling
- Telephone counselling
- Supervision for both qualified and trainee counsellors
- Training on the topics of mental illness and mental wellbeing
£95.00 per 50 minute session (Mon-Fri)
£95.00 per 50 minute session (Sat-Sun)
17.00 - 21.00
All Day
£85.00 per Appointment
£85.00 per Appointment
07.00 - 09.00
17:00 - 21:00
£95.00 per 50 minute session (Mon-Fri)
17.00 - 21.00
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Thank you for visiting Relevant Counselling. You’ve reached an important first step in making a positive change! If you would like to discuss entering in to a course of counselling sessions and feel ready please get in touch with me via the contact form. You can be assured of a prompt response. You can be assured that your information will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
Alternatively I can be contacted directly on 07475 871 007