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Hello and welcome.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me and how I work.
I am Maureen, the founder of Ivy Counselling London, a small, welcoming private practice in central London. I offer therapy in-person and online.
I am a qualified and experienced therapist, registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the Association for Counselling and Therapy Online (ACTO).
As a Senior Professional Member of ACTO, I have extensive training and experience in providing high-quality video-based therapy.
I hold an MA in Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy from York St. John University.
Life can present us with difficulties, uncertainties, and challenges that may leave us feeling distressed, overwhelmed, confused, or isolated.
As a qualified therapist, I want to reassure you that while these feelings are challenging, they are a natural part of the human experience. You haven't failed or done anything wrong; often, these are normal reactions to difficult circumstances, and what you need is to be heard and supported.
Whatever has brought you to consider therapy, be it a loss, challenging emotions, or internal conflicts, I offer a safe, calm, and non-judgmental space. This space is designed to help you feel supported enough to explore your experiences and discover a path forward that brings you a greater sense of inner peace.
I am a humanistic therapist with an MA in Humanistic Counselling from York St John University.
I am a trauma-informed, person-centred therapist with a person-centred approach that is grounded in humanistic analysis, as well as relational, phenomenological, somatic, and experiential techniques.
I specialise in bereavement, baby loss and relationship issues.
As a therapist, I integrate various therapeutic skills and techniques, which allows me the flexibility to create an approach that is specifically tailored to you. I believe that everyone is unique, shaped by a personal set of life experiences and our individual way of being in the world. Consequently, my therapeutic approach will reflect this, and I will work in a manner that is attuned to your specific needs.
I aim to work with you compassionately and collaboratively, moving at your pace and to a depth that feels both comfortable and safe for you.
Central to my practice is the conviction that we all possess the capacity to find our own answers. My role is to facilitate your journey in discovering your own truth and meaning. Through this process, I believe you hold the potential to create positive and authentic change in your life.
I hope our therapeutic relationship will empower you to embark on a journey of self-discovery, enhancing your confidence, self-belief, and the choices you make for your future.
My first session
I understand that starting therapy can feel daunting. For this reason, I offer a free initial 15-minute telephone call to discuss any concerns you may have. This also provides an opportunity for me to understand what you are hoping to achieve through therapy and for us to explore how we may work together.
Most importantly, it allows you to see how comfortable you feel talking with me. I believe feeling at ease with your therapist is fundamental to achieving the most benefit from our work together.
I welcome clients aged 16 and over from all backgrounds and look forward to getting to know you as the unique individual you are.
I work nationwide and worldwide, excluding the USA and Canada.
Bereavement, Grief, Loss, Baby Loss, Expat Stressors and Relationships.
Baby Loss - I offer support for:
Miscarriage
Recurrent Miscarriage
Stillbirth
Birth Trauma
Termination For Medical Reasons (TFMR)
Perinatal Death
Neonatal Death
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Pregnancy After Loss (PAL)
Infertility
I offer a free 15-minute initial telephone consultation. This session helps us decide if we can work together on the issues you want to address. It can also answer any questions you may have.
Individuals
£65 for a 50-minute session
English