4u-Therapy
UNLOAD | UNLOCK | UNLEARN | UNLEASH
What does 4u stand for?
As the name suggests 4U-therapy is all about you, and not about me however, this website tells you a bit about 4U-therapy to help you make an informed decision as to whether we could be a good fit. (Research shows that the therapeutic alliance is the most important factor in successful therapy).
The 4 ‘U’s
Unload
Unload your concerns, troubling thoughts and worries
Unlock
Unlock some of the causes of these patterns of thinking and behaving which may now be unhelpful
Unlearn
Unlearn responses which have lost their usefulness
Unleash
Unleash your full potential
What theory forms the foundation of 4u-therapy?
4U-therapy comes from a broadly humanistic theoretical approach. I believe that human beings are capable of change and are not determined by biology or environment although both play a part in who we are. I am not a purist and do not believe that one size or approach suits all clients.
Having said that I believe the core conditions of person-centred therapy (congruency, unconditional positive regard and empathy) are important in laying the foundations for a good therapeutic alliance/relationship.
I also utilise elements of cognitive therapy, transactional analysis, and acceptance and commitment therapy where appropriate. Additionally, I offer mindfulness and grounding techniques when clients are experiencing an emotional crisis
What describes 4u-therapy?
4U- therapy is
- Confidential and boundaried and adheres the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy ethical framework.
- Non-judgemental
- Egalitarian, where the client/therapist relationship is central to the therapy
- Integrative/eclectic and based on the needs and preferences of the client
FAQ
What qualifications does the therapist have?
- MSc (Distinction) in Counselling (Bangor University)
- Psychology conversion degree (Australian College of Applied Psychology)
- Graduate Diploma in Psychology Advanced, GDPA (Monash University, Australia)
- Member of both the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and the British Psychological Society (GMBPsS).
- B.Ed Honours. (Specialising in World Religions).
Who does 4u-therapy work with?
How much do sessions cost?
Prices for 2022
- Free initial introductory 30-minute session
- £40 per 50-minute session payable on the day of therapy.
- Discounts are available for full time students, carers and others on a low income – please contact me for details.
- Discounts are also available if 10 sessions are paid upfront in advance, please contact me for details.
How many sessions can I have?
The number of sessions you have will be privately agreed between you and the therapist and you will have the right to withdraw from sessions at any time. I recommend a minimum of 6 sessions, but this is negotiable.
Where are sessions held?
- Remotely on Teams/Zoom or by telephone.
- Face-to-face if you prefer although this may incur extra cost for room hire (Prestatyn, North Wales).
How do I book?
By contacting the therapist. Email: 4uintegrativecounselling@gmail.com
Please allow 48 hours for a reply.