About Sandra Smeaton

I am a trained integrative counsellor, and work using various techniques. These include Psychodynamic Counselling which means that I can make meaningful connections between current difficulties and past experiences. I am also trained in Person Centred Counselling which enables clients to become empowered through the counselling experience. I also regularly make use of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques, through my approach, helping clients to understand that how they think will affect how they behave and feel emotionally.

I offer clients time and space in what is often a very chaotic/hectic life, to get their head around problems that may be causing them difficulties. I work in a non-judgemental way and offer a safe environment for my clients counselling journey to begin.

My training, work experience and any achievement

Certificate in Counselling Skills 2004
Advanced Certificate in Counselling 2005
Advanced Diploma in Counselling 2006
Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training 2007
Certificate in Brief Solution Focused Therapy 2008
Certificate in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST)
ISAS Certificate – Incest and Sexual Abuse Survivors
Six Years’ experience working as a Counsellor in the NHS
Experience working with adolescents and couples in paid and voluntary settings

Further Information

I am a member of BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and am bound by and adhere to their Ethical Framework for Good Practice. The Ethical Guidelines for Counselling and Psychotherapy can be viewed on the BACP website.