Wendy Quelch

I am an Integrated Psychotherapist, which means, I incorporate different modes of therapy to so suit the client: Psychodynamic, Relational, Existentialism and CBT. I work creatively also, which can include writing and art techniques. I am also a Lecturer in Psychology. I have been supporting children and adults for over 25 years.

I work with couples and individuals.

I am trained in Compassionate Inquiry, Gabor Mate - a somatic and trauma-informed approach.

My experience includes colleges and schools, a counsellor for The Brit School, the LGBT community, MindOut, Switchboard and in several Charities supporting adult carers and young people with mental health issues. I  have worked with people in many diverse settings and with a range of difficulties: neuro-diversity, work and educational stress, addiction, homelessness, schizophrenia and acute clinical diagnosis.

Qualifications in BA hons in Psychology and Fine Art, MA in Fine Art, Post Graduate Cert of Education and MA Integrated Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Approach

My approach to therapy is concerned with individual growth and the relational needs of a person: the self, others we care about and the things we value and need.  I aim to assist clients in becoming an authentic and self accepting individual, who can practice a range of choices, over whatever life may throw, with kindness and courage.

“It takes a lot of discipline to become a free spirit.” - Roth

Relationship and Intimacy

I work with all personal difficulties in relationship. Relationship breakdowns, family struggles and elderly support, struggles within partnerships, those in a long term partnerships or marriage, or those wishing to alter their personal lives. Struggles within parenting. All relationship identities are welcomed and sexual orientations, LGTBQI.

 Anxiety and self esteem

I work with techniques to cope with anxiety and stress and ways to come to terms with inner conflict, based on self acceptance and understanding. Focusing on how you learn to cope and then thrive, in our increasing busy world and its demands.

I offer a safe, gentle approach to support your development.

Children and Young People

I have 30 years experience of working with children and young people, both as a Psychotherapist and as a Teacher.  I  have worked with the neuro-diverse and those with educational needs.

I offer a supportive therapeutic approach based on my experience within educational settings. I will work with young people from 16 years, to young adults and full time students.