Some of us are fortunate to have reliable and supportive friends and family, but occasionally there are things we feel we cannot share with those around us, or we don't feel truly heard. This can be difficult when we are going through a tough time and need to figure things out. 

Perhaps you are seeking a counsellor with a specific goal in mind, a difficult challenge in life you are facing, or something just hasn't been feeling quite 'right' for a while. Whether your goal is to become empowered in your situation, to grow and develop or to have a sanctuary in which to heal from loss, I provide a warm and relaxed environment and will help you explore and navigate what is going on for you at your pace.

My Approach

I am an Integrative Counsellor which means that I do not believe one perspective or approach can ever wholly encapsulate or define your unique experience and outlook on the world. This is why I am trained to draw upon or 'integrate' schools of thought on the human condition and explore material from different angles to best support you:

- I work primarily in a person-centred way, providing a warm, empathic space to help you reconnect with your own inner values and resources

- I draw upon Attachment Theory, providing insight into your relational patterns and how you have learned to regulate stress

- I apply psychodynamic perspectives to help you better understand and identify behavioural patterns and ways of thinking

I work existentially with grief and loss, meaning, personal responsibility and ownership

- I employ some CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) tools and exercises to gently challenge negative thought processes that are impacting your happiness and wellbeing

Ultimately, my role is to understand you and how you are personally experiencing your circumstances, free of judgement and in a confidential space.

You can read more about my work on my website: www.aureliecoze.co.uk