Hello, I'm Rike, thank you very much for taking the time to read my profile.
Sometimes life has this way of throwing challenges in our path that are unexpected and can leave us feeling unsettled, helpless, out of control or simply puzzled about our own feelings and thoughts.
Talking to someone in a safe and confidential space can enable us to understand ourselves better, move forward with greater self-awareness and self-worth and help connect all the pieces.
Who I Work With
I have been working as practitioner since 2008, in both the third and public sector. In the roles I have held, I have supported clients struggling with low mood and depression, loss and bereavement, stress and anxiety, anger, identity, low self-worth, relationships, separation, parental separation, self-harming behaviours, suicidal ideations and more.
I am registered and accredited to work adults, young people and children and I hold a DBS, certificate number: 001214050891
How I Work
My main approach to counselling is person-centred, which emphasises understanding your circumstances from your perspective and helps you find your strength (again) to enjoy the life you wish to live.
In addition to person-centred, I also draw on techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy, BRIEF Solution-Focussed Therapy, systemic work and creative approaches. This allows us to work together in a tailored way to support and meet your needs best, either long-term or short-term.
If you are looking to explore any challenges or difficulties and value a judgement-free and confidential space, then I may be able to help and support you.
My Fee
I offer a 15-minute initial telephone conversation for you to ask any questions you may have about counselling. Going forward from there, I provide 50-minute counselling sessions, either face-to-face or online, at £60 per session.
Please know that your enquiry will be responded to in confidence and without any obligation. You can reach out to me for any further questions on rjocounselling@gmail.com.
Qualifications
I'm a fully qualified and senior accredited counsellor with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. I am also a qualified supervisor, providing supervision to counsellors working with children and young people, as well as adults.