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TRAINEE COUNSELLORS ON PLACEMENT
Offering you options with reduced therapy rates
At The Wellbeing Therapy Hut, we are excited to be able to offer affordable counselling, which we can do by offering a reduced fee by seeing one of our trainee counsellors on placement.
All of our Counsellors on Placement are all members of professional bodies with accredited registered status, such as BACP or NCPS. They are in their Final Years of Study. This means that they have already completed at least 2 years of training. They have been interviewed by Alana, our placement manager or David, our general manager, and selected because of their skills and that they share a similar ethos to The Wellbeing Therapy Hut; an integrative and client-led journey for our clients.
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What is the difference between a trainee counsellor and a qualified counsellor?
The difference is that a qualified counsellor has more hours of working with clients, passed exams and assessments. Trainees are in their final level of training. They have completed 2/3 years of training so far so have all the knowledge and theory to pass their exams, they just need more client hours to be able to pass.
Trainees can only have 4 clients at a time where as a counsellor can have as many as they want. Trainees have to have more supervision which checks their practice as well.
This article goes into more detail: https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/.../lets-talk-fees
MEET THE TEAM
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NICK
My own experience of counselling inspired me to offer other people the kind of support that helped me through the toughest times in my life. I know how hard it can be when you feel stuck on something that you just can’t seem to work through yourself. I aim to provide a welcoming, empathetic space for us to talk through whatever you might be struggling with. I use an integrative approach tailored to suit your needs, with an emphasis on person-centred and existential counselling.
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STEPH
I’m a qualified Hypnotherapist which means I am trained in the use of Psychotherapy with Hypnosis. Although I have a specialism in hypnosis, I have been trained in several modalities which means therapy sessions with me will be as personalised and individual as you are. I am able to help with a wide range of problems including anxiety and depression to name a few.
ASSUNTA
Welcome! I know from experience that taking the first steps to counselling can feel daunting, so I offer a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you feel cared for and valued as a unique individual. I am an integrative counsellor, meaning I tailor the way I work to fit your needs, with a broad range of therapeutic models and tools to draw on. Our sessions are client-led, so it is your space and time that can be used exploring whatever you wish to bring, working at a pace that is right for you.
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ANGELA
Having worked in various roles in the mental health field over the years, I have seen first hand how transformational therapy can be for individuals and their loved ones. It was seeing the positive changes in others that inspired me to train as a Counsellor. My training is Pluralistic, meaning I am trained to use a range of therapeutic approaches including Psychodynamic, Person Centred and CBT. The benefit of being trained in multiple modalities is that I am able to draw on a range of skills that would meet your individual needs.
My aim is to provide a safe place that you can feel comfortable bringing your whole self to. I will work alongside you to help you explore the challenges and/or experiences that brought you to begin your therapeutic journey.
KYRIE
​I believe that through counselling we utilise the power of empathy, connection, and understanding to allow you to explore your thoughts, experiences, feelings and behaviours without judgement; and in doing so lead to greater self-awareness and self-acceptance. Using an integrative approach means that I can draw on tools and techniques from a range of different psychological modalities to find the best approach for you as an individual. I hope to work in partnership with you to help you create the positive change you are seeking in your life.
RANI
Having benefited from counselling during difficult times of my own life, I am honoured to be able to provide others with the same kind of support. I understand that starting counselling can feel overwhelming, my approach is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your challenges at a pace that feels right for you. The key modalities I use within my pluralistic training are Psychodynamic, Humanistic and CBT. I tailor my approach to meet your needs leading with person-centred.
JULIA
With a background in psychological research, I have pursued my curiosity of the human mind for over a decade. A desire to make a more tangible difference brought me to the therapy profession, specifically Gestalt therapy.
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“Therapy is two human beings exploring thoughts together” - Gwen Adshead
MADDIE
Counselling has been transformative for me, helping me make some of the most important decisions in my life when I didn’t think it was possible - I’m invested in offering that same support to others. My priority is to create a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. I believe in supporting
you based on your current emotional needs, allowing you to explore your thoughts and emotions at a pace that feels right for you. As an integrative trainee counsellor, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including Psychodynamic, Humanistic, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
This allows me to tailor our sessions to suit your unique needs and goals. At the heart of my practice is a person-centred approach, grounded in empathy, genuine understanding, and collaboration, to help you navigate life's challenges. I’m here to support you on your journey toward greater self-awareness, resilience, and emotional well-being.
LIUBOV
Navigating challenging times in life can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. In a safe, non-judgmental space, you can freely explore your thoughts and feelings, uncovering inner strengths and resources to overcome obstacles, manage everyday stress and anxiety, and enhance your mental wellbeing.
I believe that this journey of self-discovery fosters clarity and empowers decision-making, paving the path for transformative change.
As an Integrative counsellor I aim to offer a well-balanced fusion of different therapeutic theories, sach as person-centered, psychodynamic, existential approaches and gestalt-therapy, that will provide support to your unique situation.
DIA
I am studying the Pluralistic approach with key modalities such as Person Centred, Psychodynamic, Humanistic and CBT. I aspire to become an
Integrative Counsellor and use these different approaches to best support each individual situation.
My approach is warm and non-judgemental, developing a
therapeutic relationship with the individual, and offering a supportive, safe and confidential
space to allow you explore and cope with your challenges.
LOUISE
My psychodynamic approach is warm and non-judgemental. I will support you with looking at any issues you are facing, which will help you to work through them. This will enable you to have a greater self-awareness to have the best life that you can.
My personal journey in therapy has inspired me to help others and I hope that you will take the next step to come along.
CHIARA
I am dedicated to facilitating transformation through an integrative approach combining humanistic and behavioural theories. My personal journey in therapy over the past decade has profoundly shaped my practice, inspiring me to help others envision and embark on their paths to wellbeing. Integrating mindfulness and visualisation techniques into my practice, I offer a safe, empathetic, and not judgmental space to explore, understand, and grow. I believe we are all beautiful beings with the inherent capacity for profound growth and change.
SARAH
I believe that past experience plays a big part in guiding our reactions to new situations, by developing our awareness and understanding the power of unconscious thought, we may give ourselves a deeper understanding as to why we behave and feel as we do. I understand the stigma that may be attached to seeking support and the difficulties someone starting therapy may feel. Making those first steps may be challenging but I am here to offer you a supportive and non-judgmental space throughout every step of your journey.
TOBY
I use an integrative approach to my sessions, during which I cherry pick methods, techniques and knowledge to best suit you. I look to provide a warm, empathetic, safe, non-judgemental environment for us to explore and work together to find ways to cope with your challenges. I have been inspired by my previous experiences of therapy, leading me to train as a counsellor, and look forward to being a part of your therapeutic journey.
RACHEL
For me therapy is a safe space for you to truly be you in confidence to work through your feelings and
thoughts in a place where you will not be judged. I am studying an integrative counselling style and
my style leans toward the person-centred approach. My aim is to support you with the tough
questions or struggles you are facing on your life journey. I have been supported in those times myself
with therapy and found this an invaluable tool away from your day-to-day life to truly explore and find
your desired self.
JJ
I have always wanted to create safe and nurturing spaces for those who need it, to walk alongside you on your journey to wherever you need to be. Offering a strong foundation of support for you to fall back on. Watching as you become your best self and leap to your next lily pad of life. I offer a warm, non-judgmental, and empathic space for such growth to occur! Life can be hard, life can be challenging, but we do not have to do it alone. My past-experience taught me how valuable this is, and I aim to provide such a space to you, using an integrative approach! The change you want to see, or the change not yet revealed, we go together.
TIFFANY
I believe counselling is two individuals sharing a human journey. By offering a warm, sincere and non-judgmental space to explore your feelings and experiences, I aim to work collaboratively with you to understand what has brought you here and to support you in where you want to go. Taking these first steps towards change is challenging but I believe counselling is an investment in yourself. Like polishing a mirror, when we truly know and accept ourselves we can live more authentically and freely.
LUCY
Counselling, to me, is all about embracing the messiness of life through genuine connections and real conversations. No judgement, just a confidential and autonomous space to explore what's going on for you in your here and now. My integrative approach blends a range of theories and techniques, and I'll strive to support you not only to make sense of your present, but to reflect on your past experiences and consider your future. No two of us are the same, and I'll respect that by working collaboratively with you at a pace that feels relevant and right for you.
TOM
My first experience of counselling was at the age of 20. After a difficult start to university, I engaged
with the student counselling service. Knowing that I wasn't it alone, was huge for me. It also marked the beginning of a journey of self-exploration, which has led me to training to become a counsellor. My style of counselling is
Integrative, which means I work with Person-Centred, Existential and Psychodynamic approaches. More importantly, I provide a safe, empathic, and genuine therapeutic environment where you can truly be yourself. Counselling allows us to discuss things that we may not feel able to talk about with others. I offer a non-judgemental and open-minded space for you to explore your
thoughts and feelings.