Adv Dip Couns MNCPS (Accred), Dip Sup, DC Hyp (MNRAH), Lic ASK Counselling & Hypnotherapy for individuals & couples
in Farnham near Guildford & Camberley

With a former medical background as a nurse in 2001 I trained as an Advanced Integrative Counsellor, incorporating Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Transactional Analysis, Person Centred and Gestalt and over the years my practice has continued to grow through ongoing professional development.

• Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Farnborough College, Hants)
  
• Diploma in Couples Counselling (Chichester Counselling College)
  
• Diploma in Counselling Supervision (The Link Centre, Sussex)
  
• Advanced Certificate in Clinical & Strategic Hypnosis (BST London)
  
• Diploma in Applied Kinesiology(London)

Supervision is a unique relationship where the wellbeing of the client as well as that of the supervisee is discussed to provide support as well as challenge. It also provides maintenance of ethical standards as well as personal and professional development.

I have a Diploma in Counselling Supervision gained at the Link Centre in East Sussex and offer individual and group sessions to trained counsellors and students from my home in Farnham.

Supervision is not about giving answers – instead I endeavour to guide my supervisees in their own professional development whilst holding a professional responsibility for them. Whether you have years of experience or are in training I am conscious of adapting the way I work to your developmental level. Whilst I may not have experienced all issues raised within the supervision session, and I may not know every theory and method available, I do have a good deal of experience with a wide range of clients and this has spanned over many years.

Individual Counselling £60 per hour.
Couples Relationship Counselling £90 per 90 minute session.
Hypnosis £70 per hour.
(Should you need to cancel or alter an appointment please give me at least 48 hours notice)

Each couples session lasts for 90 minutes (£90). I generally see a couple together for the first session followed by an individual appointment for each of you lasting for one hour (£60) and then back together from then on.

Counselling Supervision £60 (one hour) or £90 (90 mins).

The Smoking Cessation package involves an initial assessment where we will discuss a tailor-made programme for you followed by a second appointment a week later which will include hypnosis, at a total cost of £200.

The Hypnoband Weight Loss programme involves 5 weekly appointments at a total cost of £350

What happens in the first session?
In our first meeting we will spend some time discussing the problem you have brought to me. I will then ask you a few questions about your background in order for me to get to know a little about you. There will be plenty of opportunity for you to ask questions and to decide whether I am the right person to help you to achieve your goals.

Can I talk to you in complete confidence?
You will find each session to be relaxed, informal and tailor made for your particular problem. At the beginning of therapy we will discuss and agree goals and everything that is said will be kept in complete confidence without fear of judgement.

How many sessions will I need?
Each individual session lasts approximately one hour (couples sessions are 90 mins long) and in some cases I will suggest working to a six-session contract which can be extended if needs be. This means that you and I can monitor any changes you may make along the way within the counselling process in the knowledge that when we feel your therapy is coming to an end it will be finalised in safety, not leaving you high and dry. Your sessions with me will usually be held on a weekly basis and the time will be yours to talk about whatever is bothering you in complete confidence. This may be the only time you have to discuss how you really feel about something in a non-judgmental situation and therefore we work at your pace as we explore your choices.

Please note: If you have difficulty meeting the cost of treatment this can be discussed. It is my policy that people who need therapy are not denied it on the grounds of cost and therefore may arrange to pay according to their means. In the case of cancellation within 48 hours notice of the appointment or failure to attend an appointment a fee will be charged. Time booked must be paid for and this is necessary because it is often hard to fill spaces at short notice. Thank you for your understanding and observation of this notice.

Marriage Counselling

My husband and I had separated for a couple of months, after a difficult couple of years, but had got back together to give it another try. We had recognised we had differences and resolved to try and overcome them.

My husband initially went to see Imogen to deal with issues of confidence, but it soon became apparent that we would both benefit from counselling to help try and make our relationship work. Whilst we had identified we did have differences and issues, we were not actually aware of how to deal with them and - despite best efforts and intentions - the relationship had begun to break down again. We felt a split was inevitable as we both felt we had tried everything we could to make it work.

Imogen's intervention at this point was invaluable. She was able to help us identify our pre-programmed behaviours and responses which helped us to see why we both reacted in the ways that we did. Essentially, we began to understand both ourselves and each other more and this understanding led to better communication. In essence we began to understand and speak each other's language. With this new understanding we were able to tackle our fundamental problems, which in turn means we are able to deal with life's other issues much more effectively.

For me personally, Imogen's experience, advice about relationships, reassurance and affirmation helped me worked through all of the confusion and muddle that had built up over the years, and I have been able to put doubts behind me and move on with the relationship. I would imagine most couples go through hard times and sometimes breaking up is easier than trying to work through things, but with Imogen's help we have been to identify the real problems and deal with them effectively - and a lot quicker and easier than I could have ever imagined!

We're now looking forward to a long and happy life together, and have the understanding to (hopefully!) deal with any issues as they arise - safe in the knowledge that Imogen is not too far away should we need her sounds advice at any time.

If you are having relationship issues I would strongly recommend getting in touch with her - it really could be the difference between the end or a new beginning.
~ CP, Guildford