To have the courage to trust another is the first step
Many personal problems, life experiences and traumas can lead to you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious or unable to cope with life. Sometimes talking to friends and family does not help and you feel the need to work things through with someone unbiased.
There is not always a person you feel you can confide in or share your most difficult, personal or intimate concerns and worries with. You might have attempted to talk to others about your problems but feel you are burdening them or they seem uncomfortable, not knowing how to help.
You might fear you will be judged or misunderstood which can make it hard to open up but there is often a desperate need to talk through difficult experiences and to have your feelings heard and validated.
Hello, I am Barbara
Whatever has brought you to look for a counsellor, I understand that this first step may feel daunting. Finding the right person that you can trust to confide in is so important. You may have experienced something you have never spoken to anyone about, or you may have an issue at the moment, you are struggling to work through. You might just feel like you are not okay and want to talk to someone about it.
I can offer you a safe confidential place where you can talk without feeling judged. In my experience, talking to someone who is not a friend or family member can be so helpful. I am here to listen and help you to work through your experiences, thoughts and feelings while we find a way forward together.
Please contact me via the contact details at the bottom of this page for an informal chat.
How I Work
I am a Humanistic Integrative counsellor which just means that I use a variety of theories and techniques to match the individual needs of each client. I offer short or long-term counselling sessions.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
I adhere to their ethical framework to ensure I work safely with my clients, which includes having regular supervision.
Please contact me via the contact details at the bottom of this page for an informal chat.
Our Sessions
You can choose to have sessions in-person, by telephone or online (zoom or similar), or a combination of these. These will usually be the same day and time each week.
The cost of a session is £50.
Please get in touch if you would like to book a free 20-minute call to find out more about how we could work together and for you to decide if I am the right counsellor for you.
Please contact me via the contact details at the bottom of this page for an informal chat.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do sessions take place?
In-person sessions take place in a counselling room in Poole. Online sessions generally take place on Zoom or another online platform and I will call your preferred phone number for telephone sessions.
How often will we meet?
Generally we will have a session at the same time and day each week; we can discuss this in our first session.
How do I pay?
Payments are to be made by bank transfer, 24 hours before each session.
How many sessions will I need/can I have?
I offer long and short term counselling, so there are no limits on the number of sessions you can have. We can discuss this during our first session and review together regularly.
How long will have need to wait for a first session?
When you get in touch, I will try my best to reply within 24 hours. Depending on my availability, your first session could be within a week.
How do I contact you?
Please contact me via email or call the number at the foot of the page.
You don't have to carry this load alone...
"There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn't"
John Green
"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change"
Carl Rogers
"We don't have to do it all alone. We were never meant to"
Brene Brown
Contact me for an informal chat to explore if we could work together:
Email: barbara@bmcounselling.co.uk
Call: 07788516417