Sheila Anderson, BACP Accredited Counsellor
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What to expect
Once you have emailed or contacted me by phone I will arrange an appointment for the first assessment session. This initial assessment session is where you can find out more about how counselling works and give some background about what has led you to seek counselling. I always tell clients assessment works both ways; so it is also a chance for you to find out whether you will feel comfortable talking to me. Finding the right counsellor for you is very important and there is no obligation to proceed further if at assessment you find you've changed your mind. I do my utmost to put you at ease, offering a warm and accepting space in order to build trust and a sense of safety in talking to me. If you are seeking help for your child then this initial session can be a joint parent/child one to enable you both to meet with me and explore the counselling process. I can put you at ease and answer any questions you have. It is especially important for a child to meet with me and find I interact on their level and offer a child friendly approach can help them feel less anxious about talking with an adult.
I offer in person, face to face as well as online counselling within a private, discrete setting in my own dedicated counselling room in Ballynahinch, Co Down. If you need support do get in touch by phone or email and ask for an initial assessment session to find out if this is the right way forward for you (or your child).
My Approach
I appreciate that taking the step to seek out a counsellor can be a daunting thing for most people, whether it is for yourself or your child. I provide professional and confidential counselling that will put you or your child at the centre of the process. My counselling approach is called Integrative, which is where different counselling approaches such as Person Centred, Creative, CBT and others are blended throughout the process. A way of working together that is tailored to your individual needs.
Qualifications and experience
My 21 years counselling of individual adults and further specialist training in counselling children and young people including five years’ working as a school's counsellor has given me vast experience of providing a professional and competent counselling service.
My previous background as a qualified Nurse and eight years as a Teaching Assistant working with children with special needs in mainstream schools has equipped me with professional experience and ability to understand your perspectives and unique needs and contexts, providing warmth, non-judgement and valuing your worth.
I also have counselling experience in a special school and can adapt how I work if a client finds verbal communication challenging. I work using creative and play-based approaches especially when working with children.
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BACP ACCREDITATION
The BACP is the professional association of counsellors in the UK. The BACP register is accredited by the Public Standards Authority and entry to this register can reassure you that this demonstrates my credibility as a committed and qualified counselling professional.
I am also an accredited member of the BACP which is a professional recognition and an indication that I’ve achieved a high standard of knowledge, experience and development.
The logos on the home page are evidence of my registration and accreditation
Qualifications
- Level 6 CPCAB certificate in creative supervision across the age range
- CPCAB Post qualification diploma in counselling children and Young people.
- CPCAB Post qualification diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy skills and practice.
- University of Ulster FdSc Counselling (distinction)
- Level 4 Certificate in Counselling and pastoral care
Areas of Expertise
Counselling Individuals
Anxiety
Abuse
Bereavement and loss
Body image
child counselling
Counselling students obtaining personal therapy hours
health issues
Low mood and Depression
Learning difficulties
Relationship issues
Self-image
Self esteem/Self worth/Low self confidence
Stress and work related stress
Young person's counselling
Contact Me
Please feel free to contact me via email with any questions you may have.