Counselling in Wallington, Surrey
The focus of counselling is not always finding solutions, but for you to gain a deeper understanding of your problem and how you are experiencing it, helping you to make sense of it all.
Finding the right counsellor can feel daunting, after all, there are lots of us out there. If the connection feels right, this can help you to feel comfortable in sharing your difficult emotions and working out the deeper meaning of what is going on for you. So how do you decide who the right person is for you? If you are ready to take the first step, why not contact me for a no obligation, free 15-minute chat to see if you think you feel that connection.
If you need more time, please read on for more about what I can offer you.
Counselling in Surrey
I believe that most struggles in life can boil down to relationships, how we relate with those around us, such as friends, family, work and also how we relate to ourselves, our story and our past. My approach to therapy is relational, which means I believe that our well-being is greatly influenced by the quality of our connections with others. I start by promoting a calm, non-judgmental and trusting relationship with you, which can help you to be able to delve a bit deeper into your suffering so that we can explore together the things you are finding difficult, painful or keeping you stuck.
My Approach
The type of Counselling I offer you is integrative, where I work with a variety of different approaches tailored to your own needs and personality. I work relationally with a curiosity towards how we connect and work together to get to know and understand the real you. The focus of counselling is not always finding solutions, but for you to gain a deeper understanding of your problem and how you are experiencing it, helping you to make sense of it all. Our past cannot be changed, but with the right support and understanding, you can learn to make sense of it and how it has impacted you, separate what belongs to you and what belongs to other people, to free up your mind to work out your problems and move forward from there.
Working with me, we can work out the meaning of your suffering, explore the root of what might be causing it and re-connect to the real you. Then an opening can be created to find choices you didn't realise were available to you, empowering you to choose you every time.
About Me
Counsellor in Wallington, Surrey
I am an experienced and qualified counsellor/therapist and member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP). This is a professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists who follow the same set of professional and ethical standards. If you would like to know more about them, you can find more information on their website or by clicking here.
Outside of work, I enjoy the freedom of being in nature and have an energetic dog who shares the same interest. There is something about connecting with people outdoors that feels uplifting. Dog walking on a warm day with friends is one of my favourite things to do and when the weather is not so good I like nothing more than debating over what film to settle down to watch with my teenage children.
Counselling in Wallington, Surrey & Online
I offer counselling sessions both in person at my therapy room on Grosvenor Rd, Wallington, SM6 0EF and online via Zoom. My practice is easily reachable from the surrounding areas of Coulsdon, Purley, Sutton, Croydon and Surrey. Online sessions require a private, quiet space where you won’t be overheard, ensuring full confidentiality.
Sessions are typically held weekly or fortnightly at the same regular day and time, providing a dedicated space centered entirely around you to explore what you're experiencing at your own pace.
Sessions & Fees
All sessions are 50 minutes long and cost £60, payable in advance via bank transfer to confirm your booking. Cancellations require at least 24 hours' notice; cancellations made with less than 24 hours' notice will incur the full session fee, though exceptional circumstances will always be considered.
Contact Kirstie Ellis Counselling
If you have any questions about how counselling works or would like to arrange an initial assessment, please feel free to reach out using this online form. Alternatively, you can reach me directly on 07475 778125 (please leave a message). I’m always happy to discuss any questions before booking.
An initial free chat gives you a chance to explore what brings you to therapy, see if it could be beneficial, and decide together if I’m the right therapist for you.