Creating spaces to think, reflect and move forward.
A Safe, Non-Judgemental Space for You
Person-centred counselling with Jane Kershaw
Trusting you know yourself and your experiences better than I do.
A relationship founded on unconditional positive regard, empathy and genuineness.
You use your time in your own way and at your own pace to examine those areas causing you concern.
My role is to assist you in finding your own answers and solutions that are unique to you and your experience, to realise your own potentiality.
Enter into a space where you can .....
Work through issues and problems that have worn down your self-esteem and confidence in your own abilities.
Talk openly and honestly about your worries, concerns, difficulties, experiences and feelings in a safe, professionally held and confidential environment—with someone whose only agenda is to offer non-judgemental acceptance, empathic listening, help and support for as long as it is needed.
Unburden past and present hurts, problems and feelings, supporting your well-being and developing a deeper understanding of yourself as an individual.
Explore your perceptions, attitudes and patterns of behaviour, enabling you to make decisions or changes that may not have felt possible before.
Develop more effective ways of dealing with your feelings, concerns and problems, while becoming better able to take control of your choices and actions.
You may want to explore past or present difficulties, experiences, behaviours or concerns relating to .....
Anxiety, stress, anger or self harm
ADHD, autism and other experiences of neurodivergence, whether diagnosed, self-identified or currently being explored
Identity, self-esteem and life transitions
Family difficulties, parenting, or relationship and communication problems
Bereavement, loss or significant change
Health-related difficulties and the pressures of caring for others
Hoarding, clutter and obsessive behaviours
Emotional, psychological, physical, sexual, financial or domestic abuse and coercive control
Financial or workplace difficulties
Spirituality, meaning and purpose
These are only some examples of the difficulties and experiences that can be explored in counselling. This is not an exhaustive or exclusive list, and you do not need to see your particular concern named here. Please phone or email me if you would like to discuss whether I may be able to support you.
"When I first sought help from Jane I was on anti depressants and suffered from a very low self esteem. I no longer suffer from these negative emotions and my life has turned around.I have regained my old happy self and my self respect.This rediscovered self respect has given me the courage to leave my old job which made me unhappy and I have started working for a new company and thoroughly enjoy my new employment. I have rediscovered my zest for life thanks to the help of Jane."
Let's Work Together
Private Practice Mentoring.
You might have a clear idea of what you want your private practice to look like, or you might have no idea at all.
You may have too many ideas and want help distilling them.
I support therapists through this process.
Vision: What does my practice look like?
Promotion: How and where should I advertise?
Administration: How should I keep track of information and finances?
Operations: What are the practicalities of my practice?
'The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.'
Carl Rogers
Sea Mills, Bristol, BS9
Face-to-face appointments available Tuesday to Friday
Arnos Vale, Bristol, BS4
Face-to-face appointments available on Mondays
