WELCOME TO
CAROL FORDHAM COUNSELLING
ABOUT ME
I'm Carol Fordham, a counsellor trained in integrative therapy and qualified with a diploma in 2017, professionally accredited with National Counselling Society. I previously worked in public health for 6 years commissioning children's mental health services. and prior to that in youth justice for 13 years leading on restorative justice.
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I bring a wealth of experience of working in public service and have 4 years of voluntary sector experience, I'm a qualified mediator, probation officer and manager with a diploma in social work and MA in applied social studies. I have experience of working therapeutically with people with a range of concerns related to trauma and loss, addictions and mental health disorders. I am trained and experienced in using EMDR trauma therapy to process memories and gain new insights and meanings that can be transformational.
WHERE I'M BASED
I work in Sheffield but am not currently able to take private referrals
Free on street parking is available
My house is just a short walk up the hill from the tram stop and just a few feet from the bus route
There are steps up to my front door and unfortunately there is no wheelchair access
THE WAYS I WORK
WHO I WORK WITH
TYPES OF APPOINTMENTS
HAPPY OUTDOORS
Connecting with nature is a great way to improve your mood and walking whilst talking is perfect for anyone who likes to move their body and finds eye contact uncomfortable
SMART BUT CASUAL
Flexible support that gives you control over pace and frequency with the opportunity for self-development between sessions
FELLOW TRAVELLER
Reliable, consistent, reflective support as you face life events and changes
WISE OLD HEAD
Trusted relationship for processing trauma and rediscovering your strength and joy
I work with individuals age 13+ of all cultures, races, sexualities and gender identities.
My pronouns are she/her
Young adults gaining awareness and agency to deal with their emotional responses to their childhood experiences as they transition into adulthood
Menopausal women, rediscovering who they are as they enter a new and fulfilling phase of their lives
Complex and vulnerable LGBT+ young people, experiencing neuro-diversity and exploring gender identity
IN PERSON
ZOOM
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DIFFERENT LOCATIONS
TESTIMONIALS
I have been totally lost and frightened and Carol helped me through my bad times, her knowledge and professionalism is amazing, she gave me lots of techniques to combat my anxiety, her way of talking is so relaxing in a good environment.
WELLBEING CAFE
I facilitate a wellbeing café in partnership with The Hop. It's a great way of meeting people and learning from one another in a relaxed environment, free of charge.
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Crone Coffee Club meets every 2 months on the second Thursday of the month from 6-8pm at
The Hop Coffee, 205-207 Crookes Valley Road, S10 1BA for menopausal women to meet, talk and support each other.
There is a programme of sessions open to all using mindfulness based approaches to managing stress and anxiety on the alternate months link to timetable.
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