Lorna Smalley

I currently have availability on Wednesday mornings.

I am interested in what happens between us in the room, as a reflection of what happens outside in real life. Our problems are often rooted in childhood experiences that have not been examined and have resulted in beliefs that no longer serve us. Untangling and understanding the past can give us options to live happier lives. Counselling can help us to fully inhabit our adult selves.

My core training is in Transactional Analysis and I have integrated other approaches via many training and supervision experiences, especially Person Centred counselling.

Background – I worked for many years as a change management consultant in local government before training as a coach and counsellor over 10 years ago. I have done a lot of personal therapy over the years which has helped me to know myself better, like myself more, and become more grounded. 

Together, we will create a space to explore whatever is troubling you. I will be your curious companion and ally and be with you on a journey to uncover and disarm the causes of your distress. I will bring my experience, training and empathy which will help you to feel safe and confident, and to bring your whole self.

I am honest, I can be challenging, and sometimes we will have fun!

The first session is a two way assessment. We will explore what brings you to counselling and whether we feel we are a good match.