Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges? Struggling with feelings of anxiety, stress, or sadness? Counselling provides a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a non-judgmental environment. Phiona’s Counselling Services, offers compassionate support to help you navigate life’s difficulties, heal emotional wounds, and create a healthier, more fulfilling life.

With a deep understanding of human emotions and a commitment to your well-being, Phiona is dedicated to guiding you toward healing and personal growth, providing the tools you need to move forward with confidence and clarity. Phiona is a qualified humanistic counsellor with a deep commitment to supporting both children and adults through difficult times. She works in an integrative way, tailoring her approach to meet the unique needs of each individual, fostering a safe, empathetic, and understanding environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and challenges.

With a compassionate and non-judgmental listening style, Phiona has a special interest in, but is not limited to, areas such as trauma, neurodiversity, pet bereavement, hidden disabilities, chronic illness, and the complexities of grief. She also works with children and young adults, helping them navigate life’s transitions, including the emotional aspects of menopause and bereavement.

Phiona believes in the power of human connection and offers a warm, supportive space where her clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to heal. Through her work, she strives to foster resilience, self-compassion, and personal growth, ensuring that those who are struggling can find the strength to move forward with confidence and clarity.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling to cope with life's challenges. As a qualified humanistic counsellor, she works with both children and adults, providing a compassionate, understanding space to explore the difficulties you're facing.

Phiona understands how difficult it can be to navigate issues such as ADHD, addiction, low self esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, school avoidance, or bullying. Whether you're dealing with past experiences, or struggling with current circumstances, Phiona offers an empathetic ear and a thoughtful, integrative approach to support you in finding a way forward. 

Phiona's goal is to help you feel heard, seen and understood. Empowering you, to be able to move through your struggles with greater resilience and clarity. With her caring, non-judgmental approach, she willl work alongside you, at your pace to help you heal and regain control over your life.

How Counselling Can Help You

Counselling is a collaborative process in which you and the counsellor work together to identify and address the challenges you’re facing. It’s a safe space to explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences, gain insights, and develop coping strategies. Whether you're dealing with specific issues or simply looking for a supportive space to talk, Phiona’s counselling services are designed to help you:

Overcome Anxiety & Stress: Gain effective tools to manage overwhelming thoughts and emotions, reducing the impact of anxiety and stress on your life.

Heal from Depression & Low Mood: Explore the underlying causes of sadness or depression, and work through them in a supportive, caring environment.

Process Past Trauma: Release the emotional weight of past experiences and find healing from trauma that continues to affect your life.

Improve Self-Esteem & Confidence: Address negative self-talk and build a positive self-image, empowering you to feel more confident in yourself and your abilities.

Navigate Relationship Challenges: Improve communication and resolve conflicts in personal, family, or work relationships.

Coping with Life Transitions: Whether you’re going through a major life change or struggling with uncertainty, counselling can help you manage transitions with resilience and confidence.

Manage Grief & Loss: Receive the support you need while processing grief, loss, or major changes in your life.

How Does Counselling Work?

Counselling is an opportunity for you to talk openly about what’s on your mind with a trained, impartial professional. Phiona will guide you through the process by providing a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. Through active listening, empathy, and therapeutic techniques, she will help you gain clarity and understanding about your experiences.

Phiona takes a holistic approach to counselling, recognising that emotional struggles often affect multiple aspects of your life. Together, you will work to uncover the root causes of your challenges and develop strategies to bring healing, growth, and positive change.

The Benefits of Counselling

Counselling provides a wide range of benefits that can improve your emotional and psychological well-being:

Self-Understanding: By talking through your thoughts and feelings, you gain greater self-awareness and insight into the emotional and mental processes affecting your life.

Emotional Healing: Counselling helps you heal from past wounds, trauma, or painful experiences that may be holding you back.

Improved Coping Skills: Develop healthier coping mechanisms for dealing with life’s challenges, reducing stress and improving your emotional resilience.

Increased Confidence & Empowerment: Build self-esteem and feel more confident in navigating the complexities of life, relationships, and personal growth.

Enhanced Relationships: Strengthen communication and resolve conflicts in your relationships, improving your connections with others.

A Path to Personal Growth: Counselling empowers you to unlock your potential, embrace positive changes, and move forward in a healthier, more fulfilling direction.

What Can You Expect from Your Sessions with Phiona?

Phiona’s counselling services offer a warm, welcoming environment where you can feel comfortable exploring your emotions and experiences. With her compassionate and empathetic approach, Phiona will guide you through the therapeutic process in a way that feels safe and supportive.

You can expect:

Empathetic Listening: Phiona’s deep empathy and active listening skills create an environment where you feel truly heard and understood.

Personalised Support: Each session is tailored to your individual needs and goals, ensuring that the support you receive is relevant and effective for your unique situation.

Practical Tools and Techniques: In addition to emotional support, Phiona will provide you with practical tools and strategies to help you cope with life’s challenges and work toward positive change.

Ongoing Support: Phiona’s approach is client-centered, meaning that she will walk alongside you throughout your healing journey, offering guidance and encouragement every step of the way.

Why Choose Phiona?

Trusted Counsellor: Phiona has a deep understanding of a variety of therapeutic techniques designed to support emotional and mental well-being.

Compassionate and Non-Judgmental: Phiona’s empathetic nature ensures that you feel comfortable and safe during every session, allowing you to explore your feelings without fear of judgment.

Holistic Approach: Phiona understands that emotional challenges often affect multiple areas of your life. She integrates different therapeutic approaches to support your overall well-being and growth.

Tailored to Your Needs: Phiona offers personalised care, tailoring each session to address your specific concerns, ensuring that you receive the most effective support possible.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is counselling? Counselling is a therapeutic process where you work with a trained professional to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. It helps you gain clarity, work through challenges, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

How do I know if counselling is right for me? Counselling is beneficial for anyone who feels the need for emotional support or is facing challenges such as stress, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or trauma. It’s an opportunity to gain insight, work through difficult emotions, and develop a plan for personal growth and healing.

How many sessions will I need? The number of sessions needed depends on your individual circumstances and goals. Some clients may find relief after just a few sessions, while others may require more. Phiona will work with you to create a plan that best suits your needs.

What should I expect during a session? During a counselling session, Phiona will listen attentively to your concerns and provide a supportive, non-judgmental space for you to explore your feelings. She may offer practical techniques, coping strategies, or insight to help you manage challenges and work toward healing.

If you're ready to explore your emotions, gain clarity, and begin a journey of healing, Phiona’s counselling services are here to support you. With her compassionate approach and dedication to your well-being, you will have the guidance and support needed to make meaningful changes in your life. Contact us today to take the first step toward a healthier, more fulfilling future.

Adults:

Initial assessment from £95 (up to 90 minutes)

Ongoing sessions for teenagers (14 yrs plus) and adults from £80 for 50 minute sessions.

Children up to 14 years old:

Initial assessment from £95 (up to 90 minutes with parent or carer)

Ongoing sessions for children up to 14 years  from £65 for 30 -45 minute sessions.