Lorraine Manley

GP Counsellor at Market Drayton
Student Counsellor at Shrewsbury 6th Form College

Qualifications:

Currently studying MA in Counselling at University College, Chester (due to finish in 2006)
Currently studying Post Grad I Supervision at University College, Chester
ADV Diploma in Counselling Studies (BACP Accredited), University College , Chester
Higher Certificate in Psychological Studies – Birmingham University
Cert in Cognitve Behavioural Therapy – Ken Lewis Partnership

I work using a person-centred approach where the client is seen as the expert and the counsellor is used as a source of reflection and encouragement in a non-directive way. I see that the core conditions of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard, release the client from their psychological conditions which may inhibit their growth and self-fulfilment. I sometimes incorporate the expressive therapies into my practice as a way of allowing the client to find release and to express themselves when words are difficult.

My training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy has given me insight into the benefits of a more directive and structured form of therapy which some clients may like to work with.

I love my work as a therapist and feel passionate about counselling, which should be available to anyone who would want to experience the benefits of therapy.