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Christine Manning

(She/Her)

Counsellor, Therapist, Psychotherapist

Hertfordshire, AL5 1BP

Verified therapist

About me

You might be feeling anxious, depressed, lonely, a bit of an imposter, unlovable, not able to cope, out of control, ashamed of things in your past. While life can bring contentment and fulfilment, so many of life’s experiences can bring pain. It may feel hopeless at the moment, but I have seen my clients leave behind old hurts, develop self-confidence, and achieve a new sense of wellbeing through counselling. It can take courage to try to improve your life, but change is within your reach and can be life enhancing. I will support on your way. I work in Harpenden, which is in easy reach of Luton, St Albans, Hemel Hempstead and the surrounding villages. I meet my clients face to face, on webcam, or by telephone. I also offer walk and talk therapy in Harpenden. You decide how long we will work together. We can arrange a set number of sessions to focus on a particular issue, or you could opt to see me for as long as you find our sessions useful. I offer regular weekly sessions where we explore what life is like for you. Often just thinking about your life with another person can help you to understand yourself better and make any changes you need to make, so that you can live a life that is better for you. Much can be done in this way. However, our minds and our bodies are interconnected. Our gut feelings and bodily reactions give us valuable information. Our bodies can hold the memories and effects of events, good or bad. Using the information provided by our bodies encourages change. This is where Energy Psychotherapy can come in. It works with mind and body to gently and effectively clear the stress out of the nervous system. Many people find it a positive, healing and energising experience. You can choose to try out this way of working with me. If you want to learn more, please message me to arrange a free, no obligation phone call. If we decide to work together, we can set up an introductory session to see how we go, and take it from there. Potted life history: I started my professional life as a secretary, then worked with languages in a Trade Union organisation, and later worked as a divorce lawyer. I have been unemployed, and raised a family, now adults. I have lived as an outsider abroad, and as an unremarkable person in the UK. The common thread in these experiences is my interest in people, and how events affect them. I have experienced the highs and lows of life, and bring these experiences and the compassion they have taught me to our sessions.  

6 years

 of experience

Speaks

 English

Type of sessions available

In person

By phone

Online

Areas of expertise

Anxiety

Depression

Interpersonal relationships

Family issues

Trauma

Bereavement

Social communication

Family estrangement

Parenting

Childhood difficulties

Self-esteem

Shame

Fees

Average session fee:

£65.00

Fee structure

£65 per 60 minute session. I charge £40 for a 60 minute trial session so that we can explore the possibility of working together. Please ask about concessionary rates.

My working schedule

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Therapy offered

Integrative

Body psychotherapy

Relational

EFT

Client groups

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Adults

Training and qualifications

I have a Diploma in Integrative Counselling from the Minster Centre and am a Registered and Accredited Member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. I have a qualification recognised by the BACP to work online and by phone, OCST 4 Online Counselling Audio and Webcam. I have a Diploma in Practising Energy Psychotherapy and am a member of the Energy Practitioners' Network.

Verified professional membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Association for Counselling and Therapy Online

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