Irene Stone

Mon to Fri   >   9am - 8pm

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Hello and welcome to Counselling for Change & Wellbeing

Sometimes, life can bring us to moments that feel overwhelming and too challenging to face on our own. Counselling can provide the support and guidance needed to navigate these difficult times in a safe and non-judgemental way.

For over two decades I have worked with a wide range of individuals facing various challenges. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or personal growth, I am here to support you. My approach is flexible and tailored to meet your unique needs, ensuring that we address your specific concerns and work towards meaningful change in your life.

Initial Consultation:

I would be very happy to start our work together with a free phone consultation where you can let me know your reasons for calling, your expectations of working with me, and ask any questions you might have about how I work.as a counsellor.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Irène

Additional Experience & Development: Over the past twenty years I have continued to undergo extensive professional development in different areas such as:

Couples counselling

Somatic trauma

domestic violence

stress management

anger management

near linguistic programming

cognitive hypnotherapy

I have worked in different settings (Domestic Violence, EAP, Group Co-Facilitation).

From 2009 until 2023 I have worked as a core counsellor and supervisor for the counselling department at the Brunel University London, where I worked with students and staff individually as well as delivered workshop courses on stress.

(I hold a current and enhanced DBS check UK wide)

How I work:

As a person-centred/integrative counsellor, I believe deeply in the power of the therapeutic relationship and the importance of honouring your unique journey. We will work together at a pace that feels right for you, exploring various techniques to enhance your wellbeing and help you achieve your goals.

Areas of Expertise:

Depression: Providing a supportive environment to explore feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss, and helping clients find ways to regain a sense of purpose and joy.

Stress: Assisting clients in identifying stressors, developing coping strategies, and achieving a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Anxiety: Helping clients understand the roots of their anxiety, manage symptoms, and build resilience through personalized therapeutic techniques.

Confidence: Supporting clients in building self-esteem and confidence to navigate life’s challenges.

Loss: Guiding clients through the grieving process and helping them cope with feelings of loss and bereavement.

Anger Management: Offering strategies to manage and express anger in healthy, constructive ways.

Relationship Issues: Supporting couples and individuals in improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening their relationships.

Free 20min. phone consultation

Sessions for individuals:

Your sessions will last for 50min. during which we will discuss your issue and explore the underlying causes without judgement but with an open mind. This new insight and practical tools will help you to look for new ways of managing problems more effectively. We will work together at a pace that suits you to support an affirmative and holistic process for any positive change to be lasting.

Sessions for couples:

Sessions will last for up to 60min. Couples often find themselves stuck in a lonely or even opposing positions to one another with communication at a low point. If you feel that you and your partner would want to learn new ways of interacting with each other, improving your connections and exploring healthier boundaries, then you might find that working with me offers you the right environment to do this in a safe and balanced way.

Hello and welcome to my profile,

Choosing the right supervisor is a crucial step in ensuring ethically sound support for your clinical practice. To help you decide if I am the right fit for you, here is some key information about my background and approach to supervision.

As a BACP accredited and registered counsellor and certified integrative supervisor, I bring over 15 years of experience working with both individuals and groups in various settings (i.e. Women's Trust London, Brunel University London and private practice).

I believe that effective supervision provides a safe space for you to reflect on and explore issues that arise from your work as a therapist. This process is essential for maintaining ethical and therapeutic standards and benefiting both you and your clients. Supervision supports you in gaining clarity and confidence as well as identifying areas for further development and training.

I offer monthly individual supervision, both in person, via phone or online (Zoom and FaceTime).

I also facilitate monthly group supervision (up to 4 attendees).

I would be very happy to start our work together with a free phone conversation. This will give us the opportunity to discuss how we might work best together, explore expectations and requirements and arrange your first appointment.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Irène