Mary Crowley Counselling
Individual Psychodynamic Counselling in Cheltenham and Gloucester
A warm welcome to my website
Hello, I'm Mary Crowley and I'd really like to welcome you to my counselling practice.
I've been counselling in Gloucestershire for over 18 years and have been very privileged to share this uniquely personal journey with many clients. I hope you too will find a way to give yourself the time and opportunity to receive the understanding and support that will help you turn things around.
I really do understand just how difficult it can be making this first step - I wonder how long you've spent browsing before finding the courage to reach out for the support you deserve. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed by life's events or are finding it hard to imagine that things will ever change.
Coming along and spending some time in a safe, quiet space, free from judgement and criticism, to talk about what's on your mind may be the very thing to help you through this challenging time. Don't hesitate to contact me by email or by phone on 07544 501212 I'll be happy to help.
Counselling offers a safe and confidential space to explore thoughts and feelings
Why come to counselling?
Are you experiencing relationship difficulties or suffering from stress? Or perhaps you are suffering with anxiety, depression or panic attacks or simply feeling sad. Has something happened - recently or in the past - that's affecting how things are for you now? Maybe you want to make some changes but feel stuck in destructive patterns ?
Sometimes its hard to talk, but saying things out loud to a professionally trained counsellor can often make you feel less isolated and overwhelmed. Counselling offers a confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings safely.
My approach
My counselling approach will guide you through these explorations with the greatest of care, respect and understanding, helping you understand what it is that may be affecting you and negotiating a healthier way to deal with it.
I work psycho-dynamically; looking at the bigger picture - especially the ways in which present difficulties may be connected to events or relationships that occurred in the past. Sometimes we unconsciously repeat these old patterns and understanding the origins of our thoughts and feelings can help us to approach life differently enabling the possibility for positive change and choice in our lives.
What issues can counselling help with?
Saying things out loud to a counsellor/therapist trained to listen can make you feel less isolated and overwhelmed. I am experienced in working with a variety of issues as listed below:
Anxiety
Bereavement (& other forms of loss)
Depression ( both past and present)
Loneliness and isolation
Panic attacks
Personal identity issues
Physical abuse
Psychological abuse
Phobias and obsessions
Post-natal depression
Relationship issues
Self confidence and low self esteem
Sexual abuse
Trust issues
Qualifications & Experience
I'm an experienced and fully qualified psychodynamic counsellor providing counselling and therapy for individuals in Cheltenham, Gloucester & the surrounding area.
I'm an accredited and registered member of theBritish Association for Counselling and psychotherapy (BACP). I adhere to their code of ethics. I am registered with the united Kingdom Register of Counsellors and psychotherapist (UKRCP).
Accredited Member British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists
UKRCP Reg. Independent Practitioner
Postgraduate Award in Psychodynamic Counselling (GCS)
Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling (Westminster Pastoral Foundation)
Counsellor - County-wide therapy Service 2004 - present
Private Counselling Practitioner 2009 - present
Counsellor Cotswold Counselling Service 2009 -2015
Ongoing Continued Professional Development in accordance with BACP
guidelines
My location
My Gloucester practice is located centrally and has free on site parking. The practice is within easy reach of Quedgeley, Longlevens & Churchdown.
My Cheltenham practice is in the centre of town with car parks nearby and easy links to public transport. It is within easy reach of, Stroud, Cirencester & Tewkesbury.
Room 14
Westgate House
The island
Gloucester
GL1 2RU
The Practice Rooms
Cambray Place
Cheltenham
GL50 1JP
Get in touch
To make the first step in your journey please get in touch. I am always happy to answer any questions you may have so please don't hesitate to contact me, either phone me on 07544 501212 or Email and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
Frequently asked questions
My current fee is £45.00 per session. In some circumstances I may be able to offer a reduction in cost.
Yes, confidentiality is of the utmost importance.
I adhere to the requirements of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) ethical framework for the counselling profession. You will be treated respectfully at all times.
The first assessment session is an opportunity for you to talk about what you hope to achieve for yourself by coming into counselling and what the issues are as you see them.
It will also give me the opportunity to ask you questions about yourself in order to see if what I can offer is appropriate for your needs. Where I feel I am not the right person to work with you I will endeavour to make a more appropriate referral.
I usually see clients for one 50 minute session each week.
It varies a lot. Some clients find a few sessions help with a specific problem. I see other people for open ended therapy. This will be discussed in our initial consultation.
I ask you to pay for your initial consultation in cash, ongoing sessions can be paid for by cash, bank transfer or cheque.
No.
No, far from being weak it is a sign of strength when we acknowledge that we need support and take the first steps towards making changes.
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