Havers Counselling
qualified THERAPY and mental health support in Ascot, Binfield, warfield and the surrounding Berkshire area
Overcoming Trauma: The Power of Therapy
One of the most traumatic events that I've ever faced, and survived, was being exposed to the 185mph destructive force that went by the name of Hurricane Irma. That traumatic day had far reaching consequences, not just for me but also for others who lost their homes, their livelihood, and their personal possessions. I'll never […]
Fostering Positive Therapeutic Change: A Blend of Person-Centred and Psychodynamic Approaches
As a therapist, witnessing clients embark on transformative journeys is one of the most fulfilling aspects of my work. Change in therapy is deeply personal and multifaceted, influenced by a client's unique story and their readiness to explore and grow. Drawing from person-centred and psychodynamic modalities, I aim to provide a space where clients feel […]
What To Expect From Your First Therapy Session
Welcome - you've made an important decision to begin counselling and there may be a lot going on for you right now. It's normal to feel nervous, emotional, or even relieved, and it's also absolutely okay to be feeling a sense of vulnerability. We're about to enter into a unique, equal and honest therapeutic relationship […]
The Rationale of Integrative Therapeutic Counselling – Part #2
One of the things I value the most about my work with clients is how complex we all are – we're our own individualistic selves. Infancy and the Psychodynamic approach to personal development. The psychodynamic modality is a contemporary psychoanalytic approach that opens a portal to our interpersonal development from early childhood to where we find […]
The Rationale of Integrative Therapeutic Counselling – Part #1
I remember the day when the envelope arrived with a request to ‘please do not bend’ emblazoned across its face in red. I knew exactly what it contained - my diploma had arrived, and with it came the validation that I’d not only officially qualified, but was also able to legitimately call myself a ‘Therapeutic […]