Amie Coates

I work Monday- Friday during the day and Monday and Tuesday in the evenings to accommodate clients who attend school or work during the daytime. 

My name is Amie, and I am an experienced counsellor who offers a confidential, professional and affordable counselling service.

I have been working as a qualified counsellor for over 20 years. During this time, I have set up three school counselling services, held contracts with charitable organisations, worked as a BetterHelp therapist and had my own private practice. 

It is important to me that my clients feel safe, not judged and heard, no matter what issue they wish to bring into the therapeutic space. I am person-centred in my approach, believing that individuals have potential and can bravely work through emotions, life events, personal problems etc, reaching a better place and learning to grow in reflective practice. Each client is unique and I offer a holistic overview, enabling individuals to come as they are. We will work together to individualise the therapeutic sessions, realise goals and working towards them.

My expertise has been in working with children (aged 10 and above), teenagers, and women. I have journeyed alongside individuals struggling with the following issues: depression, self-harm, suicidal ideation, family/relationship breakdown, bereavement, loss, fertility struggles, health issues, eating disorders and anxiety. Some of my work has also included supporting victims of domestic abuse, sexual abuse, physical abuse and trauma, providing a safe space to open up, be heard, understood and then move to a better place of healing and recovery.

My practice is a place where you will be met with compassion, understanding and professionalism. We will work together, at your pace and focus on your needs and goals.

In your first session, I will seek to understand the nature of your presenting problem, go through an assessment and give you space to ask any questions that you may have about my therapeutic practice and what to expect from the sessions. The initial assessment is the same rate as subsequent sessions, but there is no obligation for you to proceed if you do not wish to.