"Where you are today does not need to be your tomorrow. It's just the start of a new chapter in your story".
I am here for us to explore your story together.
About me and my practice
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, as if life challenges are too much to bear? Do racing thoughts or lingering memories from the past keep you from embracing the present? You're not alone and don't have to navigate these feelings alone. I'm here to offer you a warm, welcoming space to explore, heal, and grow.
As an integrative counsellor, I provide a warm, non-judgmental space to explore your feelings, heal, and grow. Together, well find clarity, resilience, and hope tailored to you.
Counselling is more than just a conversation its a journey toward understanding yourself and creating a fulfilling life. Here's what you can expect when we work together:
A Safe, Confidential Space: Share your thoughts and feelings openly in a warm, trusting environment where you are truly heard and valued.
Personalised Support: You guide our sessions, moving at a comfortable pace and focusing on what matters most to you.
Empowering Insights: Together, well explore your emotions and experiences, uncovering insights that help you feel more connected and in control.
A Path to Healing: Whether you're managing anxiety, processing past challenges, or seeking clarity, Ill walk alongside you to foster growth and hope.
A Caring Connection: Our therapeutic relationship is built on trust, empathy, and mutual respect, creating a foundation for meaningful change.
How Counselling Can Transform Your Life
Counselling offers a powerful opportunity to break free from the weight of anxiety, negative thoughts, or unresolved experiences. Through our work together, you can:
Gain a clearer understanding of your emotions and thought patterns.
Develop tools to manage stress and anxiety with confidence.
Heal from past experiences that may be holding you back.
Cultivate self-compassion and a stronger sense of self.
Create positive, lasting changes that align with your hopes and dreams.
Experience
Over the past 6 years, I have been a volunteer counsellor at Mind and Place2be (supporting children from the age of 5-12 years old). I have also been a listening volunteer at Samaritans.
I have experience of working with a range of different problems. These include
Anger
Anxiety
Burnout
Carers support
Childhood experiences
Depression
Jealousy
Relationship/ Family issues
Self-esteem
Self-worth
Trauma
Work related
I am also a bereavement, grief and loss informed counsellor, having undergone training to enhance my knowledge of the different types of grief and loss people can experience and how best to support them.
Grief is often associated with the loss of a loved one, whereas grief can apply to every area of our lives. Anything from losing a precious item to a beloved pet.
I have experienced grief and loss myself and understand these effect everyone in different ways. I understand there is no right or wrong way to process a loss and I offer a space to explore yours with you.
Qualifications
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
I am committed to personal and professional development. I undertake regular additional training to enhance my practice, ultimately for the benefit of my clients.
Additional Information
Creative Counselling
Creative counselling combines talking therapy with creative techniques. They can offer support to communicate thoughts and feelings you find difficult to put into words.
The creative technique we work with are tailored to support your specific needs. I will explore these with you first to make sure you comfortable using them.
Some of these creative techniques can include:
Working with images/photos/symbols
Painting/drawing
Nesting dolls
Collages
Creative journaling
Professional Membership
Registered Member MBACP
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Saturday, 29 March 2025
Initial Consultation
Counselling can feel like a big step, so I offer a free 45-minute introduction session to explore how I can support you. This no-obligation session is a gentle start in a welcoming space.
Contact me at FrancescaSullivanCounselling@hotmail.com to book your free session or learn more. Flexible appointments are available to make our work meaningful.
Fees
Online: Sessions are held using Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, or FaceTime and are £55.00 for 50 minutes.
Telephone: Sessions are £55.00 for 50 minutes.
I offer a reduced price based on your personal circumstances. We can discuss this in our introduction session.
I offer both short and long-term counselling.
When I Work
Monday: 10am-9pm
Tuesday: 8am-8pm
Wednesday: 9am-11am & 5pm-9pm
Thursday: 11am-9pm
Friday: 9am-7pm
Saturday: 10am-3pm
Sunday: 9am-12pm
I offer flexible session times to work around your life commitments.
Therapeutic Approach
Humanistic, integrative, creative
Video Platforms
Microsoft Teams, WhatsApp, Facetime
Area
Surrey