Nick was a great therapist that really challenged my perspective of self. He provided a safe environment for me to explore traumatic experiences and was always supportive, gentle and kind. He was always very approachable and always said the correct thing.
This was my first experience of therapy and Sara-Jane was absolutely fantastic. She’s helped me develop a clearer understanding of my emotions which has equipped me to be able to experience and manage them more effectively. With Sara-Jane’s support I’m confident that I’ve now developed the tools to take on any future challenges without letting them take over me. I feel 10 times better than I did at the beginning of my therapy.
Had to switch therapist as she was leaving and was recommended to speak with Donna. I was a bit apprehensive as it’s hard to swap when you’ve opened up to someone. To my surprise I felt comfortable from the first session and walked out feeling very calm about the swap. Since then it’s been like that. Donna is very calm, asks questions, challenges thoughts without judgment and makes me feel heard. She also encourages small changes in behaviour, thoughts to try a think about during the week without making it feel like homework. That’s all I can ask for really. Very grateful.
I worked with Joy whilst I was having some difficulties with work relationships and dealing with problems with my family. Joy was really attentive, a great listener and really helped me. I always felt at ease and comfortable, and I highly recommended her.
The counselling service provided has been simply unexpected at The Awareness Centre, as previously I was losing hope the idea of counselling. This is as I had tried counselling at various other establishments and there was no long lasting effects. My counsellor?I am lost for words as she is empathetic, compassionate, dedicated and regularly goes one step and beyond to ensure I get the best service. Money well spent.
The counselling and guidance I received by Joy at the awareness centre has been invaluable and a huge help during a challenging time in my life.
Having been in and out of therapy for many years I found the approach and support to be very helpful and it enabled me to find clarity and the ability to not just face the many challenges in my life but start to deal with them. I am very grateful and would highly recommend Joy to anyone and everyone who would benefit from additional support through therapy. As hard and challenging as it was I always left feeling enlightened and lighter which was a huge lift at a difficult time. I found myself looking forward to the session every week. Thank you Joy.
