About Me

June Reid

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About Me

My Background and How I work

Before becoming a Counsellor my career involved giving advice and finding solutions. Over time I became increasingly interested in the people behind the problems I was helping to solve: their experiences, thoughts and feelings, and how these shaped the way they viewed their lives. This interest is what drew me to counselling and continues to shape how I work with people today. Everyone has their own story, perspective and way of experiencing the world. My approach to counselling is based on the belief that you are the expert in your own life. I don't have all the answers, but I can offer a different perspective, help you look at things from a different angle, and explore what may be keeping you stuck or making life more difficult.

My approach to counselling is down-to-earth and collaborative. I avoid being overly clinical as I believe counselling is most valuable when we work together to understand your experiences and what's happening in your life.

My Counselling Approach

I work as an integrative counsellor drawing on different therapeutic approaches to inform my work. At the heart of my practice is a person centred approach which emphasises empathy, congruence (being genuine and open), and unconditional positive regard (accepting a person without judgement). It recognises the importance of these qualities within the counselling relationship and the potential for people to develop and grow when they feel understood and accepted.

While person-centred theory forms the foundation of my practice I also draw on other therapeutic approaches where helpful:

Transactional Analysis (TA): Explores how people understand themselves and others, how they communicate and relate to one another, and the patterns that can develop in relationships.
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT): Focuses on what you would like to be different, the strengths and resources you already have, and what might help you move towards the future you want.
I also incorporate psychoeducation where helpful sharing information about how the mind and body respond to stress, anxiety and other emotional experiences. This can help explain why certain feelings or physical symptoms occur and how psychological processes can affect everyday life. For some clients having this understanding can help make sense of their experiences and reduce self-blame.

Professional Qualifications, Training and Experience

Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
TA 101 Official Introduction to Transactional Analysis.
Certificate in Trauma Informed Practice.
Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems.
Experience facilitating an adult depression and anxiety group.
Experience as a volunteer in a youth and adult Counselling Agency.

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Professional Standards

Professional Membership

I am an Accredited Registrant of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) a professional society for counsellors and psychotherapists in the UK (Membership Number: NCPS7707). My practice is bound by the NCPS Code of Ethics and subject to their Complaints Procedure. Their register is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).

Commitment to Ethical Practice

As part of my commitment to working ethically as a counsellor I attend regular supervision, continuing professional development events and training.

Data Protection & ICO Registration

I am registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (‘ICO’) the body which regulates data protection in the UK. My registration number is ZB427480. Please refer to my Privacy Notice for more information on how I handle your data.

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