Metamorphosis Counselling
Supporting Personal Transformation: Counselling in Bristol and Online
Metamorphosis Counselling
I offer a gentle, supportive, non-judgmental environment where I encourage you to explore your feelings and problems at your own pace. Here, you will be able to tell your story and feel heard and understood. Together we can explore your life and behaviour patterns, how these may have stemmed from past experiences, and discover new ways to relate in the outside world.
I offer in-person counselling sessions in central Bristol or remote sessions via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom/ Whereby) or phone
Safety and Confidentiality
I abide by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) code of ethics, ensuring you are in capable and safe hands. I am a registered member of BACP and have a current DBS check. See https://www.bacp.co.uk/events-and-resources/ethics-and-standards/ethical-framework-for-the-counselling-professions/
Remote counselling
I offer remote counselling via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom/ Whereby) or phone. Please contact me for current availability
In-person sessions
I offer in-person sessions in a safe and confidential space in Central Bristol (see Location below). Please contact me for current availability.
Regular sessions
Every session is 50 minutes long at the same time each week. I offer both long-term (open-ended) and short-term (time-limited) counselling. My fee is £50 weekly for online sessions and £60 for in person sessions.
I offer an initial exploratory session online (e.g., Zoom/Whereby) at half the usual fee (£25).
About Me
Philippa Welsh, Counsellor
I was awarded my Diploma in Humanistic and Integrative Counselling with Distinction, following 4 years' training at Bath Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy (www.bcpc.org.uk). This is a dual accredited BACP and UKCP course, indicating a very high standard of counselling training.
I was a counsellor for Cotswold Counselling – a charity in Cirencester – for 3 years (March 2020 to February 2023). I was also a volunteer listener for a charity helpline for 6 years prior to this.
I have worked in the helping professions for over 15 years and also teach, mentor and coach post-graduate professionals in charitable, private and university sectors.
I offer long- and short-term counselling to individuals in my small private practice, either in person in Central Bristol (see locations) or remotely via online technologies (e.g., Zoom) and phone. My approach is informed by humanistic and psychodynamic theories*.
*Humanistic theory was developed by psychotherapist Carl Rogers in the 1960’s. He believed that in an understanding, supportive and honest relationship with a person-centred counsellor, we will naturally heal, grow and discover our unique potential.
Psychodynamic theory suggests that the way we relate to others in the present is influenced by how our caregivers (e.g. parents, teachers etc.) related to us as children. It is through a supportive and caring relationship with a therapist that we can discover our patterns of relating, develop a new understanding of ourselves, and find new and healthier ways of relating in the outside world.
The Value of Counselling
Counselling can transform lives.
Counselling is a way of getting to know yourself at a deeper level and can support you in living life more fully. Counselling also offers a space where you can get support and work through current or past difficulties and traumas (such as the loss of a partner, childhood abuse, illness or injury, or work stress). By helping you to connect with your strengths, make sense of your feelings and reactions, I can support you in moving forward into a new future.
For more information about counselling, see https://www.bacp.co.uk/about-therapy/what-is-counselling/
For counselling in person in Bristol, or remotely via video conferencing or phone, please contact me using the form below
Locations
I see clients in person for counselling in central Bristol (Bristol Talking Therapy Rooms/ Harbourside Practice, Redcliffe Parade) on Monday afternoons and evenings. See current availability in the contact form below.
Please contact me: philippa@metamorphosiscounselling.co.uk or fill in the form below.
Unfortunately, the Bristol location has steep steps and is unsuitable for those with access needs.
Contact Me
Please fill in the contact form, or email me directly to enquire about counselling with me.
I offer a full first session (online) at half the usual £50 fee (£25).
