Babs troke

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Through empathic understanding, I offer a safe environment where clients feel able to explore their deepest hurts. Having personal therapy can be helpful at different times in life, not just when in crisis, but also when experiencing change, or as a pathway to growth and personal development. I work with individuals on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully.

I work in an affirming way, who you are is okay with me. I understand that most people are trying to do the best they can, often in challenging circumstances, or with complicated histories. I will listen without judgement to your story and be alongside you whilst you work out your best way forward. I will not tell you what to do, and I also will not hold to myself information which might be helpful for you. I provide a space for you to explore all aspects of your experience. I do not direct you about what to talk about or try to analyse you. I value you as a whole person when counselling and I aim to build a trusting, genuine relationship based on unconditional acceptance.

I am experienced in working with a wide range of clients and issues including:

• Addiction
• Anxiety
• Bereavement & Loss
• Co-Dependency
• Depression
• Discrimination and oppression
• Drugs & Alcohol
• Employment/Unemployment
• Gambling
• Gender Issues, including transitioning
• Life changes
• Low self-esteem
• Personal Development
• Physical and Emotional Abuse
• Relationships
• Sexual Abuse
• Sexual and relationship diversity
• Spirituality
• Trauma

My hope is that within this therapeutic relationship, you are able to gain insight into your problems and difficulties and make changes you want for yourself.