
Amanda Barnes, BACP
About me
I understand that taking the first step to sign up for counselling can take courage and might be daunting. I am proud of you for getting started and wish you all the best in your search for the counsellor you are seeking.
I have experience in helping client’s with a range of presenting issues including; relationship issues, anxiety and depression, family conflicts and coping with grief and loss.
As a Person Centred Integrative Counsellor, I work in a humanistic way, providing a safe space for you to explore your needs without judgement. My approach focuses on building a trusted relationship, offering a reflective space to enable you to become self-aware and confident to explore your presenting issues, encouraging your personal growth in feeling able to make decisions that are right for you, in line with your thoughts and feelings. I will not be telling you what to do, however I will be travelling through your personal journey with you, so there is a sense of continual togetherness through the process.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Career difficulties
Credentials information
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #392187
Reviews
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Very good...excellent and perceptive listener
Written on Jul 06, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning anger management
Great therapist. Kind and empathetic.
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Amanda is kind, patient and always willing to listen.
Written on Jan 13, 2023 after therapy with Amanda for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Amanda Barnes is a talented, empathetic, and professional practitioner. We made a lot of progress in 2 weeks period. She exceeded my expectation.
Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with Amanda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties