Alison Westmacott Counselling
Supporting Your Journey
"Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes." Carl Jung
Counselling
Life is many things - it is sometimes truly incredible. However, there are times when it is challenging, uncomfortable, overwhelming and confusing. Sometimes we need help. It may be to get out of a rut, deal with a loss, manage something unexpected - or we simply don't know, yet feel, deep down, something needs to change.
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As your counsellor, I can help you through any difficult times - helping you move forward with your life. I offer a safe, confidential space, where you will be listened to and accepted for who you are. I will not give you advice, judge you or tell you what to do. Instead, with genuine interest in your well-being, I will accept your feelings as valid and help you steer your way through them. I work with individuals and couples, using a variety of modalities and approaches.
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I am aware that starting counselling and embarking on the journey of self-awareness can be daunting. Therefore, I offer a free 15 minute intro call for individuals and couples. You can then decide if this is the right path for you and whether I am the counsellor to help you.
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Fees: £60.00 for individuals (50 minutes)
£90.00 for couples (50 minutes)
face-to-face, telephone or online
"When we are no longer able to change a situation - we are challenged to change ourselves."
Victor E. Frankl
About Alison
I am an experienced integrative counsellor and an accredited member of the BACP. I work with individuals and couples and am also trained in CBT for insomnia (CBT-I). My experience ranges from private practice to working for mental health charities.
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My Practice
The development of a trusting therapeutic relationship is central to my practice; listening and attuing to your needs. My counselling room is a calm and private space, which can be adapted for specific needs. I work with a wide range of emotional themes and follow the BACP Ethical Framework.
Contact Information
Mobile: 07900 409948
Email: alison@alisonwestmacottcounselling.com
Location: Orpington Area
Parking available. Close to train and bus routes (208, 61, R3, R4, 353).
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I have worked in low cost and IAPT services in South London and also for a mental health charity. I work with adults in a long term and time limited capacity, covering a wide range of emotional issues. I aim to support you through difficult times and help you develop self-awareness.
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I use a variety of models and approaches in my work and adapt how I work to your needs. I have completed training in a range of areas, including bereavement, trauma, online counselling and CBT-I. I am trained to work with couples and can offer the Imago model for working on a relationship and improving communication. I take an inclusive approach and am happy to discuss any concern you may have.
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I can help you with: anxiety, panic, insomnia, ADHD, depression, trauma, bereavement, loss, pregnancy concerns, work stress, self-esteem, relationships, sex-related issues, gender, chronic fatigue syndrome / ME, being a carer and lots more.
Training and qualifications:
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Level 5 CPCAB Diploma in Couples and Relationship Therapy
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​​​Level 4 CPCAB Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
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Levels 2 and 3 CPCAB Certificates in Counselling
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CPCAB Introductory Award to Counselling skills
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Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia (PESI)
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Counselling Online (OU)
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Discovering Ego State Therapy (LSCCH)
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Training in trauma, bereavement and psychosexual therapy
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"Unless we take that first step into the unknown, we will never know our own potential." Allan Rufus