Star Ginns
MBACP
Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
I support clients from Multicultural & International communities who struggle with their emotions, unhelpful patterns & coping mechanisms - often rooted in childhood emotional neglect and internalised beliefs. [Online & Outdoors]
Availability confirmed 3 days ago
About me and my practice
I'm an experienced Online & Outdoor Counsellor. My lived experiences have inspired me to focus on helping clients from Multicultural & International communities.
I understand that while our life experiences can be rich and colourful, the hidden challenges they present can lead to internal conflicts and unhelpful coping mechanisms.
Over the years, I've found great fulfilment in helping clients who struggle with internal conflicts and unhelpful patterns stemming from childhood emotional neglect and intergenerational trauma.
ARE YOU STRUGGLING WITH:
*Anxiety, stress, and feeling overwhelmed at work, in social situations, or in your relationships
*Self-criticism, overthinking, and perfectionism
*People-pleasing and difficulty setting healthy boundaries
*Low mood or depression
*Guilt, shame, and regrets
*Struggles with identity, sense of self, belonging, and life choices
*Cultural adjustment in social or work settings
*Dealing with hidden or unvalidated grief, or grieving from afar
HOW CAN I HELP?
That depends on what you hope to achieve from counselling. Maybe thats to gain clarity and self-trust, feel more in control of your life journey, and feel lighter knowing that youll be OK even if things are not OK.
If developing different coping skills is what you need, its about finding whats relevant for you and for your life now.
At the centre of my approach are: developing self-awareness, befriending & tolerating emotions, and building self-compassion and self-trust. I aim to help you connect to the different aspects of yourself, so you can respond to your internal and external challenges differently.
Experience
I have been counselling clients since the start of 2020, initially for a charity in Warwickshire.
Since I started my private practice in 2023, I have been focusing more on helping clients from multicultural and internaltional communities. I speak English and Thai, and I support clients in the UK and Thailand.
Qualifications
*CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
*CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
*CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
*CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling
*Counselling Tutor: Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
*Creative Counsellors: Working Creatively Outdoors, Ecotherapy, and Walk & Talk
*Sussex Rainbow Counselling: Email Counselling
Continuing professional development:
The focused areas have been trauma, intergenerational trauma, cross-cultural challenges, shame, Adverse Childhood Experiences, emotional neglect, compassion & mindfulness, Focusing (inner felt sense), and Inner child.
Additional Information
I would describe my life journey as 'colourful,' shaped by different cultures, backgrounds, and a wide range of life and work experiences. My approach is affirming, compassionate, and sensitive to cultural and lifestyle choices and challenges.
Im an integrative and trauma-informed counsellor. This means I'm trained in multiple approaches to therapy and I integrate different approaches into my work, depending on my client's needs. It also means I understand how trauma and long-term negative experiences could affect our body and mind - our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
I often lean into creativity in my work. You can expect anything from laughter and tears, colours and metaphors, to the odd grunting and jumping around together. I tend to adapt my delivery depending on your style.
Professional Membership
BACP & ACTO
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Wednesday, 11 September 2024
Initial Consultation
I offer a free 15-20 minutes introductory session for us to get a sense of each other, ask questions, and see if we may be the right fit.
I understand that this may not feel like much time to determine if I'm the right counsellor for you. I encourage you to consider how you feel when we're talking:
*Do you feel comfortable enough just talking to me in general?
*Do you feel like you can ask me questions?
*Do you feel that I'm empathetic and interested in what you have to say?
*Do my responses feel relevant, respectful, and genuine to you?
Fees
1 hour regular counselling session: £60
90-minute Single Session: £120
When I Work
I offer weekdays appointments, with the last appointment being 6pm.
Therapeutic Approach
Integrative
Additional Languages
Thai
Pronouns
She/Her
Area
Warwickshire
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