Park Place Practice, 17 Park Place, Leeds LS1 2SJ
Person-centered counsellor PArk Place Practice - Leeds city centre
I provide therapeutic support for any difficulties you may be experiencing and welcome all inquiries.
About me
About me
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My approach
Hi, I'm Adam (he/him), I'm an experienced counsellor practicing in Leeds City centre (LS1) and I will give you the time and the space you need to go on your counselling journey through talking therapy.
I have a wealth of experience working with different clients over many years in multiple services offering a tailored approach to each pers
Hi, I'm Adam (he/him), I'm an experienced counsellor practicing in Leeds City centre (LS1) and I will give you the time and the space you need to go on your counselling journey through talking therapy.
I have a wealth of experience working with different clients over many years in multiple services offering a tailored approach to each person I continue to work with.
I have personal experience of completing my own healing following a brain injury and recovery from this took many years but allowed me to develop a self-awareness that comes with increased empathy, the understanding and the patience to work with others who have internal struggles.
Becoming a talking therapist has shown me that even though we share many life experiences that can appear similar, what is going on in our own minds stands uniquely to us.
My personal and professional experience of trauma means that I will always meet you with UPR (unconditional positive regard) and help you steer towards a new understanding of yourself, your relationships with others, and a self-awareness that compliments this.
My approach
I work with..
My approach
Whether you are seeking long-term or single session therapy our work is grounded in relational depth and I will help you to re-discover who you really are beneath survival patterns. Together, we can look at areas of your life you wish to improve upon and work on your healing process without judgement.
My approach works on understanding and
Whether you are seeking long-term or single session therapy our work is grounded in relational depth and I will help you to re-discover who you really are beneath survival patterns. Together, we can look at areas of your life you wish to improve upon and work on your healing process without judgement.
My approach works on understanding and affirming who you really are, whilst exploring your life experiences and gaining a deeper understanding of your relationships within it.
I work on the basis that only you are the expert on you and whilst working together I can help you to discover what your own answers might be, what may be causing you anxiety, loneliness, or whether you need better coping skills. I will allow you to discuss your life journey openly without judgement.
I offer open-ended counselling sessions so you will never be rushed in our relationship and we will work collaboratively to help alleviate your distress whilst building a better understanding of you.
I work with..
I work with..
I work with..
If you feel that ongoing difficulties or past or ongoing trauma still lingers in your life and you need a safe confidential space to talk through this then this is what we will share. If you are having difficulties with ongoing anxiety, depression, or family estrangement I will allow you to talk openly and freely about these as our space
If you feel that ongoing difficulties or past or ongoing trauma still lingers in your life and you need a safe confidential space to talk through this then this is what we will share. If you are having difficulties with ongoing anxiety, depression, or family estrangement I will allow you to talk openly and freely about these as our space is about you and you only.
Unexplained distress or anxiety - Identify the root causes of your problems through free exploration of yourself, your history, and your current reality. We will focus on small steps to growth rather than specific goals.
Relationship issues - Addressing current relationship difficulties with an exploration of previous relationships and how these may be causing distress and anxiety with a focus on communication within your current relationship free from social stigma.
Trauma & PTSD - Acknowledging and hearing about your experience of trauma and allowing you to express yourself in ways that reflect your true, whole self whilst prioritizing physical and psychological safety and trustworthiness.
My approach will help you to find empowerment and regain a sense of satisfaction and control in your life.
Professional experience
I began my counselling journey with UKCN in Drighlington and worked with a variety of clients during this experience. I worked and work with both men and women and have developed a special interest in helping adults through unresolved early years trauma that has resulted in emotional numbness, distrust, and physical ailments. During my training I came to fully appreciate the bravery and willingness of clients to attend counselling in the first place which I fully acknowledge in the counselling session.
On top of my counselling training at UKCN I later worked as a trainee counsellor for Phoenix Health and Wellbeing in central Leeds where I now work as a volunteer counsellor to widen my experience. Here, I work with a multitude of clients from different backgrounds where I use my skills, experience, and theories in a person-centered way to build honest, secure, and safe relationships.
As well as being a volunteer counsellor at Phoenix Health and Wellbeing, I also work as a volunteer counsellor at Gasped in Wakefield where I work with predominantly male clients who are working through domestic abuse difficulties and health complications which impacts conflict resolution and an ability to move forward. I have also recently started working for the Lighthouse charity where I work mainly with males in the construction industry who have ongoing difficulties and need a safe space to talk about this.
I now run my private practice at Park Place Practice in Leeds City Centre and I provide a comfortable space where you can start your therapeutic journey.
I welcome all inquiries and I would like to help you make the changes you need to be self-empowered and above all be a happier you.
Qualifications and training.
Qualifications:
- Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Award in Counselling Concepts
Training:
- Avoiding Secondary Trauma
- Anxiety and Single session therapy
- Bereavement Awareness
- Introducing Autism-Informed Practice
- Trauma-Informed Practise (TIP)
- Shame
- Understanding Eating Disorders
- Emotional Regulation
- The Body Keeps the Score
- Domestic Abuse – the impact on children
- Domestic Violence and Myths
- Early Developmental Trauma as Neurodiversity