Welcome to
Catherine Moss Counselling
We are all different. All our experiences are different and they are all valid. If it's important to you, then its important and I welcome and encourage you to bring to counselling whatever it is you need to.
How Can Counselling Help?
Counselling isn't about fixing you. You're not broken.
There are many reasons we come to counselling, wanting something to change or understand something better. Maybe the past is showing up and now is the right time to talk to someone about it. Or maybe you feel stuck and want someone to walk alongside you as you find a way through, with a better understanding of you and your feelings.
I'll give you a safe space where you can feel accepted and understood. With an empathic and non-judgemental approach, therapy can help you gain a better understanding of yourself through exploration at your own pace. I'll meet you with kindness, gentleness and compassion, working collaboratively to piece things together and make connections. You know you best and I'll work with you, to identify what you want from therapy, to shift the stuckness and empower you to make your own changes.
About Me
Hello, I know first-hand how difficult this step can be in reaching out, how we can wonder if we’re going to get along with the counsellor, will they judge me, are my problems ‘enough’ for therapy, should I just be able to ‘get on with it’. I’ve asked all those questions and know now the value of not doing it alone and finding the right person.
I’ve extensive experience working with people, so I understand we’re all different, with different needs so I tailor my approach to the individual or couple. But I’ll always be gentle, safe, warm and empathic. I’ll sit with you when your sad, I’ll hold space for your anger, I’ll help you find a way through the confusion and I’ll celebrate the steps you take towards the change you want.
- Certificate in Psychosexual therapy
- Certificate in the fundamentals of working with Couples
- Working with Communication and Difference
- Level 5 Certificate in Counselling Young People
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (CPCAB)
- Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Children and Young People (CPCAB)
- Level 2 Certificate in Counselling skills (CPCAB)
- Level 2 Award in Counselling skills for working with children (CPCAB)
Counselling With Couples
Navigating relationships can be both exciting and scary. And just like anything else, they need taking care of, so that you can grow together instead of apart.
In couples counselling I offer a supportive, non-judgemental space to gain insight, learn about each other and see different perspectives and skills to support you moving forward.
Counselling can resolve communication difficulties, build trust, connection and intimacy, resolve conflicts or explore a specific issue. I'll work with you to move closer to the relationship you want.
We've all experienced different messages about what relationships and sex 'should' be like and counselling can support you in finding what makes you feel good in relationships.
What To Expect
Whether it's your first time in counselling or psychotherapy, or you’re coming back to therapy after a break, I understand how daunting it can be. You’ve taken the first step. Below is a brief outline of how I work and what to expect.
Initial Session
After you make contact we’ll arrange an initial session. This is when we can talk about what brings you to counselling now and what you might want to change or do differently. We might talk about what it is from the past that is negatively affecting your present. You’ll have the opportunity to ask me any questions about the process and we can arrange sessions.
Working Together
We’ll talk about session numbers, short term or open ended in our initial sessions and review the work together regularly. You can bring what is troubling you and with compassionate understanding we’ll gain insights on your unique experience. We’ll celebrate gains towards your goals, and self awareness and work together to identify what you want to further explore until our work comes to an end.
Areas I Work With
- Abuse
- Anger
- Anxiety
- Attachment Styles
- Bereavement
- Bullying
- Cancer
- Carer support
- Depression
- Disabilities
- Disordered Eating
- Emotional Abuse
- Family Issues
- GSRD
- Identity
- Low Self-Esteem
- Low Mood
- Loneliness and Isolation
- Medical Condition
- Neglect During Childhood
- Physical Abuse
Postnatal Depression
- Psychosexual Issues
- Redundancy
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Harm
- Separation and Divorce
- Sexual Assault and Sexual Abuse
- Sexual difficulties
- Stress
- Suicidal Thoughts
Fees & Availability
Counselling can work better if we have a regular slot booked in at the same time, same day each week. However, I recognise that lives are busy and shift working means that's not always possible, so I aim to be as flexible as possible.
I have daytime and evening appointments available. Individual sessions are £60 and last 60 minutes. Couples/Relationship sessions are £75
They can be held online or face to face.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sometimes people come to therapy with a specific issue they want to focus on which may mean they want a few sessions. And for some people they may want a longer exploration of self and their responses. This can be tailored to suit your needs and regularly reviewed in sessions.
I offer a free 20 minute initial session which gives us the opportunity to decide if we’re right for one another and my approach will work for you. I believe the relationship between counsellor and client is essential to successful therapy. It’s so important you feel safe, comfortable to talk and heard by the counsellor you choose.
I adhere to the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) ethical framework. I comply with data protection legislation and all client information is kept secure. Client information is not shared other than in exceptional circumstances where I am required to by law or where I am concerned someone is at imminent risk of harm.
Get In Touch
I offer a free 20 minute consultation where we can get to know each other, how we might work together and a space for you to ask any questions.
This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.
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