Carmel Hannon Counselling

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Hello and welcome.

Are you overwhelmed, experiencing feelings of anxiety, stress, sadness, or depression?

Are you struggling with repetitive thoughts or actions that feel out of your control? Is this making you feel scared, empty, lost, and desperate for change?

I can help you

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About Me

Welcome to my practice! I’m Carmel, a qualified counsellor, dedicated to providing a welcoming, safe and confidential space for my clients. I am registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is a professional body that ensures that I am working ethically and in the best interests of my clients.

I currently offer online and in-person sessions in the Kings Langley and Watford area.

With extensive training, including BACP accredited qualifications, I am here to support you on your journey. I hold the following qualifications and engage in continuing professional development:

CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Integrative)

Safeguarding Adults and Children - Level 3

MHFA Mental Health First Aider

My specific experience includes working with addiction, bereavement and loss, and low mood, depression and anxiety.

I am committed to helping you reach your full potential. Having experienced post-natal depression after the birth of my first child, and then having a cancer diagnosis, I have found counselling to be instrumental to my mental health recovery.

What is Counselling

Counselling is a confidential, safe, non-judgmental space, where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. You can work at your own pace, exploring only what you wish to bring. You will be offered empathy, unconditional positive regard and respect at all times.

What I offer

I work in a person-centred way, however my approach is integrative. This means that I can use a toolbox of concepts, such as CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) and psychodynamic counselling.

Working together, we can utilise these tools and begin your journey of self-exploration. Helping you to work towards healing and becoming your best self.

Types of Therapy Services

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Individual Counselling

Individual counselling sessions that are tailored to meet your specific needs. My approach is centred around creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. As an integrative counsellor, I draw upon a range of therapeutic approaches to create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your specific goals.

Addiction Counselling

Addiction counselling can help individuals struggling with substance use or behavioural addictions. It provides personalised strategies to help clients understand the root causes of their addiction, develop coping mechanisms, and work towards recovery. These sessions can provide insights, build resilience, and help develop healthier habits.

Bereavement Counselling

Bereavement counselling that offers a safe and supportive environment for individuals to process their grief following the loss of a loved one. It can provide an understanding of the complex emotions associated with loss, helping individuals navigate their feelings and find ways to cope. This personalised support can be an essential step in the journey toward acceptance and moving forward.

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Trauma Counselling

Trauma counselling offers an environment for individuals to process and heal from traumatic experiences. Clients can explore their feelings, understand how trauma has impacted their lives, and develop healthy coping strategies, empowering them towards recovery and resilience. The aim is to restore a sense of safety and wellbeing, allowing individuals to move forward with their lives.

Getting Help

Getting in touch couldn't be easier. You can email, text or call me directly or, if you prefer, you can fill in the contact form at the bottom of this page. To start with, we will have a free of charge 15 minute consultation over the phone, or via Zoom. This is to discuss your requirements and goals, and to help you to decide whether I would be a good fit for you.

Whilst you are deciding on your next steps, I have included some useful links to websites that may help support you during this challenging time, please click on the links to access these.

Please be aware that Carmel Hannon Counselling is not a crisis service. If you urgently need support, please contact;

- Samaritans, 116 123 [if you urgently need to talk to someone]

- Your local A & E or dial 999 [if you urgently need to take action]

You can also contact your local mental health support or crisis line;

- NI - Lifeline - 0808 808 8000

- Scotland - Breathing Space - 0800 83 85 87, or dial 111 and choose option 2

- England and Wales; NHS mental health symptom checker or dial 111 and choose option 2

Pricing

Following our 15 minute consultation, if you decide you would like to work with me, sessions would be priced as detailed below. Sessions are 50 minutes long and should typically take place once a week. These are open-ended based on your specific goals and requirements, and we will regularly review your progress together.

Online Sessions

£60 per 50 minute session

In person

£60 per 50 minute session

Concessions (Students, low income etc.)

Contact me to discuss

Client Testimonial

I can't thank Carmel enough for her support over the last few months, I couldn't have got to where I am now without her. The work we have done together, has been invaluable to me and my family. Thank you.