Welcome, my name is Elaine and I am a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor Dip HE and registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP 405150), adhering to their ethical framework. 

I am also a member of the Association for Person Centred Creative Arts (APCCA). I hold a valid Data Protection Certificate, registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), an enhanced DBS certificate, and I am also fully insured.

I have over 700 clinical practice hours with children, young people and adults. I feel extremely privileged that my training has also given me the opportunity to experience supporting those in the neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ communities. 

I am passionate about working in a person-centred modality, which acknowledges people as individuals; supporting them while they explore, identify, and overcome challenges and problems. 

At its core the Person-Centred perspective views everyone with the drive and ability to create the change they seek in their lives. The role of the counsellor is to create an environment which will support and assist the client on their journey of self-discovery.

I am committed to keeping my practice up to date, with regular training, continuous personal and professional development, and monthly clinical supervision sessions.  

My qualifications include:

• Diploma in Person-Centred Counselling and Psychotherapy (Distinction) - Middlesex University, London.
• Level 3 Safeguarding Children - Virtual College, Netex.
• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Data Protection and Data Security - Newham College, London.
• Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills (Distinction) - City College Southampton.
• Level 2 Introduction to Counselling - City College, Southampton.
• Level 1 Introduction to Therapeutic use of Person-Centred Creative Arts - Association for Person Centred Creative Arts.
• Certificate of Proficiency for Online Counselling.
   

My continuing professional development includes training in:

• Autism Awareness Diploma
• Safeguarding and Child Protection in Schools
• Suicide Prevention Awareness Training
• Mindfulness for Autism and highly Sensitive Clients
• Trauma and Creative Arts in Therapy

I am proud to be certified as an Autism Ambassador and will take every reasonable measure to ensure I meet the needs of everyone looking for support.

 I currently provide counselling to children and young people through a busy and diverse youth support charity in Hampshire.