Madelene Louw

Please contact me. This will enable us to set on a time and date which can be suitable for both of us. I offer sessions in person and online.

My name is Madelene Louw. I am a trained and experienced Counselling Psychotherapist with experience in the NHS and private sector. I am also a registered BACP and ACC member.  

Do you feel overwhelmed, scared, or hopeless because of a current situation, your past, unhealthy relationships, abuse or trauma?  As a result, do you have unwanted thoughts or images that keep feeding overwhelming feelings and unwanted behaviours?  Subsequently, these feelings, thoughts, and behaviours might feel too difficult to understand, manage, or share with anyone, leaving you feeling alone or misunderstood.  

Our time together will allow you the space and opportunity to share your experiences, thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a warm, non-judgemental, confidential and caring environment.  We can also uncover possible reasons for your feelings, thoughts, and behaviours that have brought you to therapy.

I trained as an Integrative Practitioner.  This approach helps me choose from a range of psychological models (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred, and Psychodynamic) to fashion the best approach for you.  Of greatest importance is the relationship that we will develop together.  Establishing a trusted alliance will be fundamental to the success of our work together.

As a result of my life experience and living abroad, I have developed a desire to support and come alongside anyone who feels overwhelmed, confused and scared.  Before retraining as a Counselor/Psychotherapist, I worked in the private sector for 20 years.  This experience led me to develop an interest in career transitions and change.

The endless opportunities in the UK and back home to be exposed to different cultures, religious beliefs, and social environments have further fed my desire to explore the impact that change and transition might have on others.

Additionally, I have trained as a Spiritual Director and have experience supporting clients on their spiritual journeys.  I am very interested in a person's spiritual journey, especially where there are possible spiritual and psychological tensions due to trauma, abuse, and social, cultural, political, and religious tensions. 

Our first session will be 30 minutes long and free of charge. During this session, we will complete a short assessment together and discuss whether working together is an option.

From then on, our sessions will be 50 minutes each and charged.