My approach
This means that I am trained in the core modality of person-centred practice and include my training in Psychology and other psychologicaltherapies. This approach can be particularly helpful when working with people who have a neuro diversity diagnosis or require different approaches to support their needs.
I am trained in Compassion Focused Therapy, Dialectic Therapy, EMDR as well as existential approaches. These different modalities allow me to offer a diverse range of support to help me gain an understanding of people’s experiences and help them improve their mental and emotional wellbeing.
I undertake appropriate clinical supervision for all my Therapy in accordance with British associated for counselling and psychotherapy recommendations.
I abide by the BACP ethical code of conduct; I am also DBS cleared.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Information shared between an individual and Alex Church (as the therapist) is confidential and should not be shared with any third party outside of the counselling relationship without written authorisation.
Where formal written records of contact by individuals are held, they are stored in a secure place.
Where there are concerns regarding safety/risk and before engaging a third party in managing these concerns there will be an attempt to discuss a course of action with the client.