Eventide
"The most challenging times, bring us the most empowering lessons"
Counselling, talking therapy, can seem daunting, perhaps even an overwhelming thought - do I need it? How does it work?
Surely just having a chat with a friend is the same thing?
Talking is something we do every day, but listening and being heard without judgement, without prejudice that is something rather different. Somewhere to be in the storms of life to reflect, repair and rejuvenate - being empathically heard, understood and reconnecting to our true selves. Where you, and you alone are the focus.
Counselling and therapeutic coaching
Welcome to Eventide Counselling my name is Charlie, I appreciate the courage that it takes to start on the road to therapy - I get it, I've been there.
My counselling training started 10 years ago, having undergone my own personal therapy journey. The uniqueness of the experience and growth that I felt in my self-awareness and well-being lead me to retraining to become a counsellor. I have completed my studies with The Devon and Cornwall Counselling Hub, training in a holistic mind, body and soul perspective. I currently Lead the counselling team in a University setting in Plymouth, alongside this I have a small private practice based in Tavistock and offer online sessions.
I use an integrative toolkit and client led creative approaches to explore presenting issues, looking at the roots of patterns of behaviour that no longer serve a purpose. I have deep empathic attunement, working relationally to see through your lens - giving space for you to process.
I primarily work with trauma, holding a safe, validating and congruent space for clients to explore the impact of trauma, difficult experiences whilst looking forward using coach skills to build the picture offuture that lies ahead. I use the Core Conditions (Carl Rogers) of empathy, unconditional positive regard, congruence and acceptance of all parts of self alongside a humanistic theory tool kit. I have found that this approach allows for flexibility, personalising the work to the needs of the client.
Therapeutic coaching
I am passionate about developing an understanding of living in the middle lane through a holistic sense of wellbeing, emotional literacy and EQ. Developing skills to thrive, self compassion and building bridges to creating and living happy and healthy, essential to thriving in our modern world with neurodiversity.
I have extensive experience of working with neurodiversity both in my private practice and in a creative university setting as a Lead Counsellor. I have developed a unique approach of learning to navigate the middle lane, understanding our unique skills to thrive and read the world better. I work from a holistic mind, body and soul perspective to improve wellbeing and work towards the future that you can see or explore with you options of what that could look like. Gently challenging fixed thoughts to open a window of tolerance, live life your way. As a neurodiverse counsellor I get it, I’ve worked extensively on my own understanding and developing skills to thrive.
Let's talk
- Sessions are 50 mins
- Sessions can be in-person, telephone or Zoom
- I have a variety of evening and day sessions available, I can also offer Saturday appointments by arrangement. Please use the contact form to enquire about session availability
- Sessions can be weekly or fortnightly, monthly by arrangement
- Reminders can be sent by email
- Confidential, safe, open and non-judgmental space
- I offer a free 30 minute telephone or Zoom consultation, to explore what is bringing you to therapy and answer any questions
- A contract, ways of working, and contact details form is sent before the first booked session
- Clients under 18 will be asked for parental/ guardian contact details and I have an up to date DBS check
Fees and payment details
Initial conversation for 30 mins FREE
Therapy sessions £50
50 minutes in person, telephone or Zoom
Therapeutic neurodiversity coaching £50
50 mins in person, telephone or Zoom
Therapy for Therapists
1 hour £50
Supervision
1 hour £50
From the 1st April my fee will be increasing to £60 per session
Payment
- Payment is to be made in advance of the session unless pre-agreed in the inital session
- BACS payment details are within the details sent prior to the first appointment
Please could you let me know 24 hours before by email
if you are unable to attend the booked session.
I charge a cancellation fee of £25 to cover any costs incurred
for non-attendance without 24 hour notice.
Creative approaches to coaching and therapy
I am a big believer in the fundamental point that you have the key 🔑 my role is to support and scaffold you to open the door to opportunities, self fulfilment and growth that you deserve! Wow that sounds BIG, it can also be little steps and changes that make differences. Exploring with you the map, where things were good and not so good.
I invite clients to bring music, photos and anything else that they feel brings a depth of understanding to the work. Sometimes a song lyric takes us back to a time or place, a photo can bring back memories of a moment in time or certain perfume can remind us of a person we love. I believe working in a multi sensory way can add depth to the therapeutic experience.
Very much optional and client led, interesting to ponder though - personally emotions and music are very much interconnected.
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Spring Workshops and FAQS
I can't fit therapy into my busy schedule...
I offer evening appointments, daytime on a Friday and a limited number of weekend appointments, for more details use the contact page.
Workshops and events
In April I am looking to set up a Mother's without Mother's Group - a space to share and learn from each other, supportive and holding . There will be space to share and also practical support offered . There will be more details to follow , the group will be a max of 8.
Supervision
• I am now offering Supervision for qualified Counsellors and Healthcare professionals.
• £50 per hour and £75 for 1.5 hours
• In-person at the Tavistock Therapy Centre or remote.
• I use the 7 Eyed Process Model with other theories to offer an integrative, supportive and collegiate supervisory practice.
• I offer creative approaches to supervision
• Neurodiverse supervision from a neurodiverse supervisor
Please message for more information and a free 30 minute telephone consultation to explore your supervision needs.
Therapy for therapists
I offer a service to provide a mix of therapy, coaching and mentoring to other counselling professionals. It can be useful to speak to a therapist at times when you might be stuck in the development of your practice, looking to take some time out or burn out. It is a safe, non-judgemental space to explore the best route forward for you.
I offer a 30 minute chat to discuss what you are looking for and if this service in appropriate.
1 hour sessions online - £50
FAQs
- Does therapy work? Research tells us that therapy does work, having a confidential and non-judgemental space to explore your feelings can make a huge difference in overall well-being.
- Do I have to have a session every week? Ideally in the beginning the sessions will be weekly to develop trust and understanding of what has brought you to therapy. I do offer fortnightly sessions and we can explore in the initial consultation what would feel better for you.
- Is online therapy different to face to face? The principles of therapy are the same, it is a matter of personal preference.
- Do you offer one off sessions? Yes, it is possible to book an appointment for single session therapy, please use the contacts page for more details.
- Is everything I say confidential? Yes, the detail of what you share stays between us, the only times confidential would be broken is a safeguarding concern or if you bring something of a criminal nature. In the initial session we take a closer look at confidentiality.
If you would like to ask any questions please do!