Elaine Rose Benardout
Integrative counsellorAbout Me
As an Accredited therapist with the BACP, I am well placed to support you in making changes you would like. In so doing, you can connect your thoughts and feelings and feel better about yourself. Maybe you feel anxious, depressed or overwhelmed, have experienced loss or are struggling with low esteem or confidence. Or you’re not sure why you are feeling unfulfilled. You may want to make sense of your feelings and responses to allow yourself to make some positive changes. Perhaps you feel the need to please others, rather than fulfilling your own needs. Exploring relationships in your life may be what you are looking to do now.
Whatever your issues, therapy can be challenging and sometimes fun. It can simply be about ongoing maintenance. Expect empathy, compassion and down to earth support from me, in a safe and non-judgmental environment.
Since working with Elaine, I now catch myself thinking in different ways. I used to try and fit in and do what others expected. In the last few months I have become me." L.W (Client testimonial).
Prior to qualifying I helped clients to develop their people skills. Using supportive and practical approaches, I now work with people to help them feel heard, understood and heal in ways they would like.
I have seen at first hand how the right therapy can enable us to experience more meaning, contentment and fulfillment - often through small but consistent changes over time.
In addition to offering personal therapy, I can also combine counselling with coaching, offering tools including communication techniques - to help you to manage and grow.
I work emotionally and practically with clients living with traits associated with ADHD.
I offer an integration of talking therapies so I can adapt to what is best suited to you. Including CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy for behavioural change), humanistic (acceptance and free will) and psychodynamic therapy (impact from our past).
Our initial consultation will look at your areas of concern, your goals and relevant history will be taken.
Please visit my website wwww.counsellingtherapies.co.uk
To book an initial phone call or session, please contact me via Welldoing.org or my website. Thank you
Locations
Issues often worked with
Types of therapy
Therapy offered
Client groups
Fees
£65/70 for virtual therapy appointments - 60 minute sessions. (Microsoft Teams platform/or phone based)
£80 for in person therapy 50-60 minutes (at dedicated therapy practice in North London).
£70 walk and talk therapy 60 minutes
Concessions available
Vitality, Aviva and Axa health insurance cover accepted here
Training and qualifications
BA (Hons)
Level 2 & 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Integrative Counselling
Member British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I abide by their ethical code in my working practices.
I hold accreditation status with the BACP which is a nationally recognised gold standard of experience and knowledge in psychotherapy. MBACP (Accred).
Up to date enhanced DBS
Fully insured
Regular clinical supervision - ensured my work is professionally reviewed
Undergo regular CPD training including adult safeguarding
BACP Certificate in remote counselling
Professional background in business development and training (to help clients reach goals)
Long standing volunteer with a domestic violence charity for women.
Special interest in supporting those experiencing depression and anxiety related issues.
Experience in working with ADHD in adults and teens - adapting my therapeutic approach accordingly.