Ian Hayes

I always treat each session as a meeting between two human beings rather than between therapist and client. People have told me that I make them feel relaxed and that I’m easy to talk to. Everyone’s story is unique so I listen without preconceptions and without judgement. 

I have a Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling from the Metanoia Institute specialising in Gestalt Therapy. I’m an individual member of the BACP which means I’m governed by their ethics and guidance in my private practice.

I’m covered by Professional Indemnity Insurance and work under supervision.

I’ve worked in business consultancy and market research for over 25 years which means that I understand the stresses of a professional life and the pressures of the commercial world.

Most people come to counselling because they want to change something about themselves or their lives. However, you can only change things after you first understand who you truly are and how you really feel.

Without that awareness, it's tempting to fit yourself into a mould of how you think you "should" be. That mould is often shaped by the expectations of your family and friends, rather than what you really want out of life .

I will help you to understand who you really are and what you really want. This will help you to see a clear path forward, rather than being bound by what should be or could have been.

We could do this by talking it through, but silence is fine too, as is drawing, writing, making or moving. Whatever is most helpful to you in helping you understand who you are and the next steps you want to take. 

I offer a free 15 minute consultation via Zoom or ‘phone which we would use to work out whether I am the best counsellor for your needs.

I would use our first paid session to understand your history and to agree how we should work together