Welcome to Northard Therapy & Counselling.
My name is Joe, and this is the homepage for my private practice.
Who am I
Who am I? I like to view myself as a calm, steady and nonjudgmental person who is approachable and easy to talk to. I have a degree in the humanistic approaches but through my expereince I work integratively. Integrating different therapeutic practices allows me to work alongside you in a flexible, collaborative way, drawing on a range of theories and models to support our therapeutic journey together. I am currently working towards my accreditation in psychotherapy.
What I offer
Some insights to what I offer and how sessions may look like. A brief insight to my experience as a counsellor and what my approaches are.
What I Offer
I offer 1-1 counselling sessions which involve face-to-face, online and telephone. My approach focuses on going at your pace. That's why I offer both short term and long term sessions, at your choice. I offer a free 20-minute introductory call to see if we're the right fit or if there are any questions.
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My Experience
I have worked with adults facing a wide range of difficulties, including substance and alcohol addiction, bereavement, trauma, anxiety, and depression. My therapeutic work is shaped around the individual, allowing me to respond to your needs and support you in a way that feels meaningful and appropriate for your circumstances.
My Appraoch
I offer a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings with openness and clarity, guided by person-centred values. I work holistically and draw on a biopsychosocial understanding of wellbeing, adapting my approach to what you need in the moment and supporting you at a pace that feels right for you.
'Joe helped give me insight to why I drink. Joe was very unjudgemental and empathetic'
'I had a very positive experience. At no point did I feel lead down a route. Joe was very approachable, empathetic and responsisve'
Feedback
This is some feeback I have recieved and what it might be like to work with me.
'I was ambivalent about meetings at first then I got to know Joe and he really helped me with my boxes, opening and closing them'
'Joe was very warm and approachable. I would of liked more sessions with him'
'I felt that Joe was very emphatic to my situation and found his persona quite calming and the way he mirrored back my responses back with a positive slant'
'I was concious about starting therapy at first, but I felt at ease with Joe and he gave me space to look into my past in more depth than I had before'
Some qualifications i have as well as CPD for my practice and areas of work that I have worked with throughout my experience. A section dedicated for sites to call for help regarding mental health and wellbeing throughout Derbyshire.
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Qualifications and CPD
Some qualifications I have and Continuing Professional
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Development BCs Hons in Humanisitic psychotherapy
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Bereavment training with Treetops Bereavment
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Energy psychotherapy with Ruthie Smith & Robert Rees
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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion with ACAS
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SFT for complex trauma: Paul Grantham​​
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Insomnia with Yorkshire Hypnotherapy Training
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Drug and alcohol training with DAAS ​
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Sites and information
Some support lines and services that may be useful to have if of interest. ​
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Samaritans - 24 hrs 365 days
Phone number 116123
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​Shout - 24hrs 365 days
Text number 85258 -
111 and 999 are numbers you can call too, and speak to someone
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Derbyshire Addictions Advice Service Chesterfield - 01246 206514
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Derbyshire Mental Health Helpline and Support Service: 0800 028 0077 (24/7)
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Areas I work with
Some complex areas I can work alongside you with​​
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Addicitons - substance misuse and alcohol
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Trauma
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Bereavment
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Work related stress
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Suicidal thoughts and self harm
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Low self confidence, worth and esteem
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Neurodiversity - ADHD and autism
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Relationships
Qualifications, sites and areas I work with
Get in Touch
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All of my bookings are done using an app called calandly. if you would like to choose a time suited for you and book in, you an do so through the booking page. Alternatively, you can enquire through whatsapp, email or through the website.
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Phone number: 07934653155
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Email: Joe.barrattcounselling@outlook.com
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