Mark Ames

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

I provide a safe, supportive and confidential space where you can explore difficult experiences, thoughts and feelings. This helps deepen your self-knowledge and recognise those patterns of behaviour that may no longer be serving you well. Feelings and behaviours that may lead you to try therapy include anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviours, stress, a lack of connection with others, or simply a sense that life is not what you want it to be. Working towards greater self knowledge and acceptance can help you live a richer more fulfilling life, as well as enjoy more meaningful and authentic relationships.

As a qualified Integrative Counsellor, I draw on a range of theories including person-centred, psychodynamic, and psychosynthesis. As a qualified Coach, I can also offer more proactive, goal focused approaches to help you achieve specific changes, such as better integrating and balancing your personal and professional lives. I am able to respond flexibly to your unique needs and concerns in a warm and supportive manner.

I offer an initial exploratory assessment which lasts for 50 minutes and costs £50. This allows us to explore why you you are considering Psychotherapeutic Counselling and how it might help you, as well as to experience how it might feel to work together.

If you decide to work with me, I will initially offer six sessions. We can then decide together whether you/we would like to extend this.