Person-Centred Therapy

At TLC, our person-centred approach offers a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. You won’t be told what to do, we’ll walk beside you, gently supporting your journey toward self-discovery, resilience, and growth.

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What is Person-Centred Therapy?

The person-centred approach believes human beings have an innate ability to develop towards their full potential, also known as self-actualisation. This ability is accessible by anyone but can become blocked or distorted by certain life experiences.

The counsellor aids the process and provides support to the client to facilitate the ability for the client to self-actualise. The client is encouraged to utilise their own strengths and personal identity to allow for personal growth and ultimately achieve full potential. Person-centred counselling is client led and clients are encouraged to bring their own issues which your counsellor will help you explore, for example, feelings, beliefs, behaviours, and worldview.

The process aims to allow you to become more self-aware and achieve greater independence. The counsellor creates an environment in the sessions to enable the client to feel emotionally safe.

The person-centred counselling approach can help individuals of all ages, and many find it appealing due to its client led sessions as it allows them to keep control over the pace of the session and its content. It is thought to be more beneficial to those who have a strong desire to explore themselves, their feelings, psychological habits, or patterns of thinking.

 

This approach is helpful for treating:

  • Depression
  • Grief and loss
  • Loneliness
  • Feeling lost
  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Low Self esteem
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Meet Chris

Meet Chris

Person-centred Therapist

Chris is a BACP a qualified counsellor, youth worker and mediator and for over 15 years has gained a wealth of experience in supporting people through a variety of roles.
His background and experience has included higher education, youth homelessness, community work, mental health and more. Chris also has experience in facilitating and running various groups which have included people affected by cancer, men’s groups and self-esteem workshops, as well as being a former board member of a suicide awareness group.
Chris passionate about helping others succeed and realise their potential, and believes we all have the ability for growth, even in the most difficult of conditions (we may just not realise it!). He takes a person-centred approach to working and appreciates hearing his clients own experiences and frame of reference to gain a greater understanding of who they are, and what might be having an impact on them. This can then inform what may be most beneficial for you to help you in moving forward.
Throughout his career, Chris has also worked with many different issues but has a particular interest in domestic abuse, chronic health conditions and anxiety.
If you’re looking for a warm and friendly, safe, non-judgemental space to explore what might be going on, you may want to consider working together with Chris to achieve your goals.

 

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“As someone who has mental health issues for many years,  I found my therapist to have a deep and profound understanding of how poor mental health affects you. Their approach is kind and non-judgmental, always listens and is able to pick up on key elements and puts you at ease.  They are extremely passionate and dedicated, works with you to find your best way forward.
Over our journey together we have explored and expressed every motion, bringing both laughter and tears. After struggling alone for many years, my overall experience has been so wonderful and positive bringing me inner peace.”

Anne

Long-term Client