Catherine Harpham Therapeutic Counselling

COUNSELLING IN WARRINGTON and CHESHIRE area

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Welcome to Catherine Harpham Therapeutic Counselling

Neuro-affirming counselling, helping to support authentic well-being through understanding, respect and connection


What does this mean?

My Approach to counselling

Everyone experiences the world differently - and that's something to be celebrated. My counselling practice is founded on person-centred and neuro-affirming values, creating space for you to explore, reflect and grow as your authentic self.

MY CORE VALUES

Empathy - I strive to align myself with what works best for you, in feeling heard and valued.

Respect - Your sensory, emotional and lived experiences matter to me

Authenticity - Space to unmask safely and feel seen, however I understand that this is not always possible

Autonomy - You lead the direction and pace of therapy - we can always agree a structure if this works best for you

Joy - Passions and Interests are celebrated as sources of strength and positivity. I recognise this may not be the case for everyone

How I work

My focus is on holding space for you, so you may find your own answers and increase self-awareness. I do not fix or solve your problems. By going on this journey, you may find that you develop the tools you need for more self acceptance and personal growth.

  • My work is based on Carl Roger's person-centred approach.
  • I am informed by my research and inspired by lived experience. Questions are always welcome
  • I value your lived experience as the foundation for your journey. Your needs and preferences shape our work as much as possible
  • Your communication, sensory and emotional experiences are important for me to work to understand.
  • I am committed to ongoing learning and reflection and do not consider myself a specialist nor an expert.

A Bit About Me

I am a Mental Health First Aider with Mental Health Motorbike and enjoy attending occasional motorbike events. I have hopes to pass my CBT soon and get out on the road

I am a member of the Creative Counsellor's Community and I enjoy making mosaics, coffees out and spending time in nature. I love bugs, slugs and snails!

Time with family and friends, out in nature or drinking coffee, is important to me. I also love spending time with my cats and dog.

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My Qualifications and CPD

  • Level 5 CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Children and Young People
  • Level 4 CPCAB Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Person Centred)
  • Ecotherapy Training
  • Facilitating Groups training
  • Trauma Informed Training
  • Introduction to Sand Tray Therapy
  • NSPCC Safeguarding training
  • Fully Insured and Enhanced DBS checked
  • I'm currently studying the MA Autism Spectrum at Sheffield Hallam University. This is an area I have a professional and personal interest in
  • I worked as a Counsellor at Childline and at a sixth form college
  • I volunteered for Cheshire Autism Practical Support supporting autistic people and their families
  • I have been in private practice for 4 years now

My full list of continuing professional development is long and is always ongoing!

About the Sessions

What to expect

  • We will start by meeting for an initial chat, either online, by phone or face to face
  • During this, I will be asking a few questions to get to know you a little and what you're looking to get out of counselling. Please feel free to ask me questions too.
  • If we feel we can work together, we can talk about what will happen next, with regards to booking sessions and completing paperwork.
  • Feeling comfortable to share your joys, passions or areas of interest are important to me. Using these in our work together may help.
  • If you are interested in finding out more about what I feel are good practice standards, please head to my blog, where you will find further information and links to some articles and books, which I have found helpful.


Sessions

  • Sessions usually last 50 minutes, however if a shorter or longer session would work best for you, we can arrange this.
  • You can have as many or as few sessions as you feel fit.
  • We will review our work together every 6 - 8 weeks, to ensure that the sessions are working for you.
  • Requests for session reminders, extra processing time, or meeting summaries are always welcomed.
  • I also offer walk and talk therapy. Please ask for further details.

ENVIRONMENT

The rooms at Cheshire Wellness Centre are situated next to the canal, with beautiful views across the fields. It is a small centre with a few, peaceful, comfortable therapy rooms. Research shows that the environment can have a huge impact on our wellbeing.

Fees

  • £20 - Initial Face to Face 30 minute chat
  • Free - 15 Minute Chat over the phone/online
  • £55 - Face to Face Session (aged 11 - adult)
  • £45 - Online Session (aged 11 - adult)
  • Discount may be available for trainee counsellors and students

Location

Face to Face Sessions take place in Cheshire Wellness Centre In Warrington, WA13 0SW. The Directions can be found on the map below.

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Get in touch

Feel free to contact me at

chtc.counselling@gmail.com

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