
My Approach
How Will Counselling Help?
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There are many reasons why someone might seek counselling. Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, low, anxious or stuck are some examples. Bereavement, anger, bullying, exams, relationships or wanting to explore past experiences, might also mean you to want to talk things through.
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At Jo Robinson Counselling, my approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, understanding, and collaboration. I believe that everyone's journey is unique, and I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. My goal is to support you in developing the skills and tools you need to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life.
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I work in an Integrative way, which means I use a range of theories and skills depending on your individual circumstances. Incorporating a Humanistic perspective, I place Carl Roger's core conditions of empathy, congruence and unconditional positive regard at the heart of the therapeutic relationship. This forms a bedrock to exploring more unconscious behaviours and beliefs that could be unknowingly influencing your feelings and actions.
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Sessions last 50 minutes each and there is no limit to how many you have. This would be agreed together and reviewed regularly.
What will the first session look like?
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In our first session, I will ask you some questions about yourself and take some basic information while we get to know each other. We will explore what has brought you to counselling and discuss and agree on what you would like to gain from our time together. We will also look at the difference between indoor counselling and Walk & Talk Therapy.
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What is Counselling?
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Read more from these leading organisations about what Counselling is and what to expect from talking therapies.
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About Me
Experience
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In addition to working as a counsellor in private practice, I have also worked for Relate in schools and outreach centres since 2017, and as a student counsellor at Wiltshire Substance Use Service. I am also a Clinical Supervisor offering one to one and group supervision to counsellors and other professionals. I am fully insured with an Enhanced DBS Certificate and as a registered member of the BACP I adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
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Training and Qualifications
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BA(Hons) Cultural and Media Studies, University of the West of England, 2003
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Foundation Certificate in Counselling Skills, Bath Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy, 2011
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Diploma in Humanistic & Integrative Counselling, Bath Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy, 2016
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Post Qualifying Training in Working with Young People, Relate, 2017
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Diploma in Supervision, Iron Mill College (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society), 2023
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Recent CPD
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Walk & Talk - Therapy in the Outdoors 2025
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Group Supervision Skills 2024
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Trauma, the Brain and Recovery 2024
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Domestic Abuse Timeline 2024
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Suicide Risk & Support (annually)
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Child Protection & Safeguarding (annually)
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Affiliation
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​Registered Member of BACP (MBACP)​
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Enhanced DBS Certificate with Child & Adult Barring
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