Geoffrey Andrew

I work remotely by telephone and online

My hours are:

Mon-Wed: 17:00-20:00

Thurs: 09:00-20:00

Fri: 08:30-16:30

Sat: 09:00-12:30

Availability outside of these hours may be arranged upon discussion.

The sessions last one hour but additional time may be undertaken with prior agreement.

Sessions may be one a week, one every two weeks or even monthly depending on what you need, and the issues you are struggling with. 

Hello All! My name is Geoff. The boring stuff is that I’ve been a qualified counsellor for over 12 years and qualified supervisor for 10 years (BA Hons.; PGCert.; PGDip.) and am registered with the BACP (MBACP) and BABCP. I’ve worked in a range of settings including MIND, and IAPT services. The important stuff is that I hold qualifications in both person centred and cognitive behaviour therapies, drawing on these and my expertise gained from my experience in the field of mental health to benefit people who choose to work with me.

I believe that everyone should have the opportunity to fully understand and explore the experiences that they have had. These often cause the feelings of being tangled up like a ball of string, or of having the dark cloud with them, or feelings of having missing jigsaw pieces. All feelings that stop us from being able to be ourselves and not only to cope but to enjoy life.

Throughout my journey I’ve worked with a diverse range of people, who have felt that for whatever reason they have been unable to cope with the stresses and pressures of the modern world. Some people need support exploring traumas resulting from past or present issues, and some feel the need for assistance in managing long term conditions that cause them emotional distress. Others need support in coping with anxieties and depression resulting from differing situations like bereavement and divorce to relationships and work-related issues.

Whatever is getting in the way therapy can help you discover the calm amongst the chaos. 

After the initial session we will spend time together exploring the feelings and issues that you bring. As you tell me what is concerning you, or what you are struggling with, you will feel heard and listened to, as I use my empathetic approach to develop and understand where you are in your life right at that moment.

You will feel accepted and secure as the sessions progress and able to share more of those things that have bothered you. Challenges and questions from me will enable us to fully explore those hidden inner depths, without judgement and shame. My calm accepting manner will enable us to build a healthy secure relationship where you feel safe to share. Where it is felt appropriate by both of us, you will be introduced to techniques and strategies to support you on your path of development and empowerment.

I employ a range of techniques and strategies gained from my training and experiences to tailor sessions to your needs. My person centred approach enables me to actively listen to you, and as an empath, helps me to gain understanding into your experiences while ensuring that you feel secure in your exploration. My CBT training enables me to help you to identify patterns in your behaviour and to alter these should you wish to do so. Whatever way we work you will choose it. It is simply a privilege for me to be a part of your journey at this difficult time.

Working remotely it is important for you to know that I work in a confidential office space within my home and respect the boundaries of confidentiality on all levels. This enables you to have flexibility in accessing therapy, allowing you to be in a comfortable space while you explore your issues. 

The key to our success is the secure boundaried therapeutic relationship that we will develop over the sessions. 

Sometimes we need support exploring the chaos stopping the calmness and strength within. Reaching out is difficult but help and guidance is there.

Initially we would have a free phone session lasting twenty to thirty minutes to see how I may support you and if you want me to be a part of your journey.

If you are interested in working with me I will send you a contract to review. A small part of the first session will be spent checking you’re happy with this, if you choose to work with me.

During the first session the nature of how you like to work will be established, along with any aims or goals you may have. If you don’t know what you need, don’t worry we’ll work it out together. This is the start of building the secure, trusting therapeutic relationship needed for you to address your struggles, and allow you to live your life fully.

Whatever your reason for reaching out let’s see if we can work it out together.