Phil Thurgood
Mindfulness counsellorAbout Me
Hello, my name is Phil I run a small independent country practice. I offer a professional and confidential service, this can be done by telephone consultations, video calls, home visits by arrangement and these are done on a one to one basis.
I have been working as a certified Counsellor since 2019. I have 26 years of experience within mental health, mental health forensic services my current role with Adult Social Care. I specialize in helping people identify and achieve their personal goals by coping with the issues that are causing them distress, anxiety, and stress. I value individual difference, honesty, integrity, finding your own path, standing out from the crowd, connection, relationship. I strongly believe people can be empowered to find their own answers. I know that I am not a fixer, and I don't have all the answers, although I might have a suggestion or two. I know that I am OK to sit with people in chaos. I can tolerate stuckness, and I am not afraid to be afraid, nor walk into a dark place. Get in touch to learn more. Please be kind to yourself
Issues often worked with
Therapy offered
Client groups
Fees
Initial assessment is for an hour at £40 this is to gain a history and understanding of your needs.
£40 for 50 Minute sessions this includes telephone or video consultations.
Due to current on-going Covid-19 issues all appointments are either telephone or video consultations. I can offer evening calls and some limited Saturday appointments. Payment by bank transfer at the end of the session.
Once we are working back in pre Covid period cash is accepted at the end of any face to face sessions.
Training and qualifications
I have undertaken training and gained qualifications in Health and Social Care, Applied Social Sciences, CACHE Counselling level 2 and NIOQ Diploma in Counselling Level 3, TQUK Advanced diploma in counselling & CBT Level 4. Advanced Apprenticeship in Care. I have also completed my Level 5 Advanced Diploma in counselling.