I am an ex-NHS counsellor, therapist and EMDR practitioner based in Alnwick, Northumberland, with many years working with a wide range of issues and difficulties.

 

I am committed to helping individuals cope with the general pressure of life, whether this is work-related stress, anxiety around relationships, or leftover troubles from earlier days. I specialise in working with the after-effects of trauma - which can be one traumatic event, or, even more commonly, long-term relationship trauma or a traumatic childhood.

 

With a responsive and client-centred approach, I hope I can create a safe and supportive space for you to explore your feelings and experiences.

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I have a deep understanding of the impact that stress, anxiety, and trauma can have on mental health and well-being, and I work collaboratively with clients to develop coping strategies and techniques to manage their symptoms effectively.

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I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches, including the person-centred approach, mindfulness-based therapy, EMDR and trauma-focused therapy, allowing me to tailor my interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual. I have long-term experience in all these ways of working.

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As well as offering general counselling, I am a specialist practitioner of EMDR (a long-standing and evidence-based technique). Have a look at my EMDR website for further information.

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I am committed to providing a non-judgmental and empathic environment where clients can feel heard, understood and supported, as they navigate their journey towards healing and emotional well-being.

In our first session, we will introduce ourselves, talk about what your hopes and wishes for the counselling/therapy are, and you will have the chance to find out how it feels to work with me; likewise I will get a sense of what it is that is bringing you. After that, you are free to take as many sessions as you wish.

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About me

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Ruth McIlroy BSc Reg NCPS (Snr Accred) Counsellor and Supervisor

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I’ve been working as a counsellor since 2005, in the NHS and in private practice. I’ve worked as an EMDR and trauma-focused therapist since 2012.

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• BSc (Hons) Person-Centred Psychotherapy

• Advanced Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Skills

• Post-Graduate Diploma in Supervision

• EMDR Europe qualified practitioner

• EMDR UK member​

 

You can view my broader counselling practice on Counselling Directory.

https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/ruth-mcilroy

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Who I work with: Adults - online or face-to-face

Sessions: Mondays–Wednesdays, daytime and early evening

Fees: £55 per 60-minute session

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Next steps

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You’re very welcome to get in touch to have a free 20-minute call, or to arrange an initial session. Phone 07880 864354, or email ramcilroy5@gmail.com

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As a Senior Accredited Practitioner of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, I am bound by its ethical framework for good practice in counselling and psychotherapy and subject to the Professional Conduct Procedure. I hold full professional indemnity insurance.

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