"When someone really hears you without passing judgement on you, without trying to take responsibility for you, without trying to mould you, it feels damn good". - Carl Rogers
You may wish to know a little bit about me before making contact
Hi, I'm Vicky Mould.
I have practised person-centred counselling since 2011, yet I have embraced the philosophy of this approach for over twenty years. So I work to establish a relationship where you feel genuinely safe, accepted, valued, heard and understood.
I now practise exclusively online and over the phone, yet these are effective forms of therapy and offer greater convenience and flexibility.
I am down-to-earth, friendly-natured and non-judgemental. You can feel at ease with me.
Working together offers space to explore what feels important to you. I appreciate that trust can take time to build, yet you will be welcome just as you are, not expected to be or feel a certain way.
You will be heard and understood, yet I won't offer advice or tell you what to do - nurturing confidence and trust in yourself is genuinely supportive (and more helpful in the long run).
Offering attentive and supportive listening, I can help you gain clarity or a different perspective on your situation and develop your awareness.
I am comfortable working creatively - where we don't solely rely on talking to relieve distress, stress or confusion. Art materials, cards, photos, or writing/journaling can be used in counselling.
I often work long-term (with reviews), yet it's up to you how long you have counselling.
As I believe you have the inner resources to work through your struggles and the ability to live a life that's fulfilling for you, I'll do my best to support you in reconnecting with that part of yourself.
A consultation can help us establish if we could work well together online or over the phone.
To book your free consultation, you're welcome to call or text 07729 193629 or use my contact form.
Diversity
My counselling approach/style is firmly based on respect, valuing and empowering people - this was one of the reasons I was interested in it.
I work to understand your world as it is for you rather than make judgements and assumptions. I am open to learning from you and educating myself outside our counselling sessions.
I undertake ongoing self-reflection, yet have reflected extensively on ethnicity, cultural diversity, neurodiversity (including autism), age, class, gender, disability and sexual orientation.
While I have my own life experiences and professional training and knowledge, I trust you're the expert on yourself, so I seek to nurture and empower you in your own life and development.
To book your free consultation, you're welcome to call or text 07729 193629 or use my contact form.
Experience
I've been a trusted listener since my mid-teenage years. I've also experienced counselling myself (and felt the benefits in all areas of my life).
I have a long-standing interest in adult mental health and can work with you to increase your overall sense of wellbeing. I have been a Support Time Recovery Worker for Together for Mental Wellbeing, supporting people at home and in the community. I have been a Support Worker for female inpatients of an NHS psychiatric Hospital. I have also volunteered for Solent Mind.
I hold personal insight into domestic abuse, and many years ago, I was a Helpline Volunteer for Women's Aid. In my counselling practice, I work with survivors irrespective of gender or ethnicity.
I have supported many people through the confusion and pain of loss and grief. Before qualifying as a counsellor, I volunteered for Cruse Bereavement Care, providing client assessments and one-to-one support. I have also facilitated local and online bereavement support groups.
I take a trauma-informed approach to my work, including the opportunity to use creative mediums in sessions. I access trauma training regularly as part of my continuing professional development.
Beyond my counselling practice, I've volunteered for Rethink Mental Illness since 2015. I facilitate a support group for women experiencing mental health issues and thoroughly enjoy this role.
If you'd like to explore counselling, you can call or text 07729 193629 or use my contact form.
Registrations and qualifications
As an Accredited Professional Registrant of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society, I adhere to their Code of Ethics, am fully insured and regularly consult with my supervisor.
I hold practitioner membership with the Person-Centred Association. Since March 2022, I have also been a member of Creative Counsellors.
Qualifications
I hold a Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling, recognised by the Association for Counselling and Therapy Online (ACTO).
I hold a Certificate in Crisis Counselling and Certificate in Couples and Family Counselling.
I hold an advanced-level Certificate in Grief and Bereavement Counselling, which includes training in complex grief, spirituality, long-term support, and child and adolescent loss and grief.
I have been awarded a Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling.
I hold a Certificate of Higher Education in Counselling and Centra Counselling Level 1.
I have undertaken continuing professional development courses in the following:
Child Sexual Abuse: Hope for Healing
Trauma and the Body: Dissociation and Somatisation
Journal Therapy
Moving Your Practice Online
Postnatal Depression Awareness
Art Therapy
Challenging Behaviour in Children and Young People
Autism Awareness
Domestic Violence and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Accredited Training in Pregnancy and Infant Loss
Supporting Parents Through Child Bereavement
Mindful Mental Health
Sensorimotor Psychotherapy
Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults.
You're welcome to book a free telephone or online consultation
I can offer a free consultation of 45 minutes.
The consultation can help us establish if we could work well together - online or over the phone.
If you'd like to book a free consultation or ask questions about counselling, you can call or text 07729 193629 or use my contact form.
