Siobhan Aspinall

Member Status: Accredited

Member No: NCS20-01512

Location: Gloucester

I am an integrated counsellor, (Psychodynamic and Person-Centered theory) who works in a relational way, but belives in the importance of tailoring my approach to the needs of my client. I also have experience working in Gestalt and a trauma informed way. During our time together we can explore your past and how that can and has affected your present, doing this in an accepting, safe, non-judgemental environment so that you as the client can feel in control. This can enable you to understand yourself more fully, leading to greater self-awareness and an increased level of self-acceptance.

I understand the courage it takes to make that first step but I am here to listen. I am flexible in my approach and can offer long term, open ended and brief intervention counselling depending on what you need.

I am currently working on the phone, via Zoom or Skype and am available for face to face sessions. If you are not sure what to do next just phone, text or email me and I am very happy to have a chat with you about your expectations, what you may need from the counselling and what the next steps are. If I am not available to take your call just leave your name, number and a brief message and I will contact you within 2 working days.

• Qualifications & Experience

  I have a Diploma in counselling and am a registered member of the BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists) I have experience in seeing clients with a wide variety of presenting issues, including, abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, shame and suicidal ideation. My background is in addiction, trauma and general counselling. I have worked at The Nelson Trust, Carers Gloucestershire and Listening Post. I have also worked at ARA, Addiction Recovery Agency, counselling individuals who have problems with gambling or are affected by someone who does. I also teach and am currently teaching counselling students at Gloucestershire college, which I love.
• What I can help with

  • Abortion
  • Abuse – Emotional, Physical, Sexual
  • Addiction (e.g. Alcohol, Computer games, Drugs, Food, Gambling, Sex, Smoking)
  • Adoption
  • Ageing and related issues
  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement / Loss
  • Bullying
  • Cancer
  • Cultural issues
  • Depression
  • Divorce & Separation
  • Emotional issues
  • Family
  • Generally unhappy with your life
  • Illness and dying
  • Mindfulness
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Panic attacks
  • Phobias
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder / PTSD
  • Pregnancy related issues
  • Relationships
  • Self-esteem
  • Self-harm
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal feelings
  • Trauma