Psychotherapy for Wells , Glastonbury, Shepton Mallet, Somerset
Hello, my name is Helen and I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist providing psychotherapy to adults over eighteen. The length of time we work together is determined by your specific needs. I work online and face-to-face depending on your preference.
What is Depth Psychotherapy?
I am an experienced psychotherapist who works at depth, this makes it possible to address the beliefs and emotions which are guiding your life. By understanding yourself both consciously and unconsciously, you can make choices about how you want to live now and in the future and be more able to heal from the past.
What Can I Help You With?
If you have been affected by, for example, traumatic experiences, childhood abuse, painful bereavement, difficulties with self worth, sense of identity, or if you feel a great deal of anxiety, fear or panic about life, this in-depth approach can enable you to find new ways of being.
What Do I Provide?
I provide time, space and support to enable you to look at the things that can be difficult and painful. This is key to unlocking past patterns and moving beyond the things that hold us back.
Individual Needs
I tailor my work to your individual needs,. I do this on a foundation of extensive experience and training which enables me to bring a wide range of approaches to support your development. This integrated approach is underpinned by mindful presence and reflection and the importance of kindness and compassion in relationship.
Meeting Together for Psychotherapy
You are welcome to call or email me as an initial step in considering whether you would like to go forward with some sessions. I offer a free initial consultation meeting (online or face-to-face) where you can let me know more about what brings you to consider psychotherapy I can explain a bit more about how therapy works and answer any questions you might have about the therapy process. This initial stage can help us lay the foundation to developing a trusting working relationship.
For information on the difference between psychotherapy and counselling please click on 'Frequently Asked Questions' (FAQ) at the top of this page.
Online and Face-to-Face Psychotherapy
I offer both online and face-to-face therapy. If you would like to work remotely we would discuss whether phone or Zoom sessions would be best for you. I provide a peaceful healing garden room setting for face-to-face meetings.
Cost of Psychotherapy Sessions
My fee is £55 for each session.
Contacting my Psychotherapy practice near Wells, Glastonbury, Shepton Mallet in Somerset.
To help decide if psychotherapy would be a helpful step forwards please contact me by using the email or phone number provided.
My Training
I am a Psychotherapist with full clinical membership of The UK Council for Psychotherapy. (Helen Travis-McGhee MA Dip HIP). I studied a Research Masters Degree for seven years with Bath Centre for Psychotherapy and Counselling, a leading teaching institute, providing me with a very in-depth training.
During my training I was required to attend weekly therapy sessions myself. This gave me a full insight into what it is like to be a client. The length and depth of training allowed me to build extensive experience of working with clients, along with a deep understanding of approaches which are effective in supporting change in our lives.
I continue to add to my expertise as a psychotherapist through ongoing therapy training and I adhere to the code of ethics and practice as set out by UKCP.
My Background
I have been a practising Somerset psychotherapist for over ten years and have also worked for the counselling department of The University of the West of England. Whilst counselling I developed a broad range of experience which provided an important foundation for the work I do now. (For information about the difference between psychotherapy and counselling please see frequently asked questions).
My past experience includes supporting the activity team at Bristol Children's Hospital and working in other health and educational settings including early years education. I also have a background interest in art, wildlife and nature and their therapeutic value in our lives.
