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I have room availability at Highworth Holistic Health in Highworth Wiltshire,  Faringdon and happy to work online via Teams or WhatsApp.  Times are very flexible to suit you. 

My name is Joanne and I am a Person Centred counselling professional and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (Íø±¬ÃÅ). I am passionate about talking therapy and I understand the power of being truly heard by another person. Through being open and approachable, my aim is to build a warm and supportive therapeutic relationship in a private and confidential setting.

I offer face to face counselling sessions in Faringdon and Shrivenham in Oxfordshire, Highworth Holistic Health in Wiltshire and I'm also very happy to work online via Teams or WhatsApp. Therapy with me provides a safe and calm environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences at your own pace.

Alongside my core training, I also hold a CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People. This specialist qualification enhances my ability to work therapeutically with young people aged 11 and above, while I continue to support adults of all ages. My approach remains person centred, valuing each individual as unique with the capacity for growth and change.

As a counsellor I am bound by the Íø±¬ÃÅ’s Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling which ensures that I receive regular monthly supervision and undertake continuous professional development to keep myself up to date with changes and relevant research with my field of work. 

Person Centred counselling is based on empathy and genuine understanding. I will walk alongside you, seeing the world from your perspective so that together we can explore what may be holding you back or causing distress. There is no criticism, pressure or expectation in our work. You will be met with respect, acceptance and understanding so that you can speak freely and be yourself. 

Before our session I will send you some paperwork but if you aren't able to print this off, it's fine we can do it together when we meet.   There's no judgement in the room, no matter what you bring to the session. We will aim to build a trustworthy relationship where you feel free and supported to disclose whatever is troubling you. I will help you to explore your issues, feelings, beliefs and behaviour that may be getting in the way of moving forwards positively.. The space is yours, you lead the way at your pace and it is completely confidential.