Christine Gardner

Please call or email me to discuss booking an initial session and I will answer any questions you may have.

Flexible hours are available to suit your needs.

Monday - Friday: Daytime and evening sessions available

I would recommend weekly sessions initially.

Flexible frequency of sessions such as fortnightly or monthly is available if this is appropriate.

Life can be challenging and difficult for so many different reasons.  There are many external reasons for these challenges such as bereavement; work pressures and stress; health etc. and also internal reasons such as the way our minds operate and think that may not be helpful to us.    

I believe that individuals have the capacity to grow, to heal and to make positive changes to their lives.  

Counselling as a collaborative process where we work together to explore your concerns.  I am an extra pair of ears and eyes into your world and I am there to support you throughout the counselling journey.

I offer you a warm and confidential space where you can feel safe and comfortable to sit and talk with me without any fear of judgment.   

I have 10 years experience working as an Integrative counsellor and I am registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists.  

I am trained and experienced in using various counselling styles which I adapt and use based on your individual specific needs. 

Some of these counselling styles are:

1) Humanistic/person-centred - The focus is on the 'here and now'.  I will help you to explore and understand how you experience the world through exploring your own issues, feelings, beliefs, behaviours, and your worldview to help you achieve more self-awareness and self-acceptance.

2) Psychodynamic Therapy - Exploring the influence of past experiences and their impact on current thoughts, behaviours and relationships.

3) CBT(Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) - Involves addressing how your thoughts and behaviours influence your feelings.  Identifying and challenging negative thoughts and behaviours to promote positive change and develop coping skills.

4) Mindfulness-Based Approaches: Using mindfulness techniques to promote self-awareness, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being. 

The initial session is to share with me your concerns and what has led you to seek counselling.  

Further sessions will be arranged if you would like to continue working with me.