How Counselling Works

The Approach

There are many different theoretical approaches to counselling, and the relationship between client and therapist is paramount in all of them. This is especially true in the approach I use called ‘Person-Centred’. The information below will give you a better feel for what counselling with me looks like.

I believe that each of us has the capability to reach our true potential and expand our self-awareness, however the right environment needs to be created to help that happen.

Safe and Confidential

I do this by aiming to provide a safe and confidential space where you feel encouraged to share your experiences without fear of being judged in any way.

Trust

The relationship we create will hopefully help you to build trust with me which will encourage you to explore your options and develop hope for your future.

Non-directive

The approach I use is non-directive, so I will not tell you what to do or give you specific advice. What I will do is support you in talking through your thoughts and feelings, and I hope you will become to feel more empowered and in control.

Get In Touch

Despite working from predominantly a person-centred approach, my sessions differ slightly with everyone. There is no ‘one size fits all approach’ to counselling, and this is one of the many reasons why I love what I do. I do my best to understand you and your perspective as an individual. I value honesty and I encourage feedback from you as this can greatly enhance the process.

Depending on your reasons for coming to me, we might work on a short-term basis or may need longer to find a solution. Whichever you decide, with commitment I would be happy to work with you for as long as you feel necessary.

Please feel free to get in touch if you would like to know more about how I can help you.

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Check out what clients say

Trust is a huge part of any successful relationship and the counselling relationship is no different! I wanted to include some of the amazing feedback I regularly receive from my clients as I believe this helps to build trust between us before we even meet. It's a privilege to help so many people and I look forward to supporting you on journey, however that may look!

I have seen a handful of therapists and counsellors in the past that haven’t helped. I have been seeing Cherise for over a year now and she is fantastic! She listens and understands and most importantly she has the life experience to relate to the challenges I face.
Cherise has helped me with a variety of challenges such as my self-esteem, relationships issues, work and children. She has changed my life, and I am very grateful to her.
Katie

2024

Cherise worked with me for over 18 months. The guidance and techniques she has given for managing anxiety and negative thinking have supported me through some life changing events – always in a safe and non-judgemental environment. At times it has felt like having a coffee with a trusted friend! Thank you again.
Joanne

2023

Cherise and I have been working together for just over 2 years now, and reaching out for help was one of the best things I have ever done. I had never had counselling before coming to Cherise but she made me feel immediately at ease and comfortable and I was able to take fast progress with addressing my anxiety. I have come a long way during my work with Cherise and continue to improve my life with our sessions.
Sophie

2024

Never thought I would need therapy, but probably none of us think that anyway. Not going to lie, I was looking for someone close to where I live so I wouldn’t have to travel, that’s how I found Cherise. I was nervous coming to my first appointment, but she reassured me and put me at ease. Working with her so far has been amazing – she is very good at helping me identify my triggers and figuring out the ways I could try and change my reactions to certain things.
Cherise is very professional but also friendly and understanding – she listens to what I say and is always so helpful with her advice. I can definitely say the therapy is working – since starting I have made some changes to my life, and I do feel I can breathe a little easier. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a lot of hard work and I need to put a lot of effort in. It can be uncomfortable and emotional at times but the progress I have made is worth it!
AO

2024

After many years of struggling to cope with complex issues from childhood trauma to grief from losing loved ones, I found myself desperately needing help. Counselling was something I was sceptical about, opening up to someone I did not know. I had tried it before and struggled to develop a connection. I was encouraged to try one more time and was recommended Cherise through family.
From our first chat we developed rapport straight away and I immediately felt comfortable. Cherise's professionalism and relaxed, non-judgemental approach made me feel like I had been talking with her for years.
Our regular chats took me from a very dark place to a place of utter happiness I never thought I'd get back to. Reaching out to Cherise was the best decision I could've made
Paul

2024

From my first initial consultation Cherise put me at ease. I have struggled with anxiety for as long as I can remember and believed it was just who I was as a person and with Cherise’s help I now know this is not the case!
She has worked with me to find practical coping strategies and helped to break down my problems to understand the root of the issues. I feel much more positive and confident in myself now and everyday anxieties are much more manageable. With her help I’ve managed to do things that I thought I would never be able to. I would highly recommend Cherise; I couldn’t have done it without her!
Hannah

2023

Have questions or would like to talk?

You can get in touch with me via my contact form. I will get back to you as soon as possible.

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info@cheriseainleycounselling.co.uk

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