Welcome
Hi, my name is Wendy and I would like to give you a warm welcome and thank you for visiting my page here at The Growing Space. I believe we are who we are today due to our past experiences, however I also believe they do not have to define who we are or want to be. I offer a non judgemental, supportive and safe space with a compassionate, sensitive and curious approach for us to work together for the future you want. I offer in-person, phone and online sessions allowing the flexibility we need in today's busy world.
About Me
I am a university qualified professional Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor with a pluralistic approach, and experience of working with adults of all ages and backgrounds.
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What does that mean?
All it means is that I work with each client as individuals, tailoring my approach and the session to be as unique as you. I am here to support and empower you on your journey.
There is no one size fits all here at The Growing Space.
My background and experience
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My passion for supporting people has always been present in previous job roles, one of which was supporting women and children escaping domestic and narcissistic abuse. This is a role I still feel passionate about supporting today in my work. My years of experience working with and teaching large groups of people led me to co-run a support group for bereaved individuals. This work holds special meaning to me as these things affect us all at some point in our lives. I also come from a holistic background so understand the importance of the mind and body connection and working on ourselves as a whole. During training and after qualifying I worked with a leading mental health charity in Cheshire and within a small open ended face to face charity in Rugeley providing one on one counselling sessions before I decided to make the leap into private practice.
Area's of experience
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The area's I specialise in are bereavement, complicated grief, domestic and narcissistic abuse, IPV, childhood trauma, adult trauma and supporting loved ones of those struggling with addictions. I have years of experience in other areas such as OCD, life changes and challenges, relationship issues; including intimacy issues and more. Please do get in touch if you have any questions or concerns. ​
Qualifications/Training
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Level 6 Professional Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counselling
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Certificate in Counselling Skills
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Baby and Infant Loss
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Pluralistic Counselling for Loss and Grief
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Compassionate Enquiry training
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Transactional Analysis (TA) training
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Certificate programme in Women's Trauma
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Integrated Sex and Couples Certificate
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Felt Scence Polyvagal Model for Trauma and Addictions
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Diploma in Dealing with Narcissism
I continue to expand my learning and understanding by taking part in CPD on a regular basis.
