Anne Saffery
Counsellor & Couples Counsellor
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About me
I am a compassionate and empathetic counsellor. I believe every person has the capacity for growth, healing and inner peace. I create a safe supportive non-judgmental space for clients to explore the thoughts, feelings and experiences. I am passionate about helping other's with lifes challenges and finding their path towards healing, growth and fulfillment. Each person is unique and I strive to understand each client's perspective and experience. Through active listening empathy and connection. I journey with the client to understand their strengths challenges and goals. Together we explore new perspectives, develop coping strategies and work towards positive change. My goal is to empower clients to embrace the changes they need to make to live a more fulfilling life.
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Approach
I focus on empathy, understanding the client's feelings and perspectives. I offer unconditional positive regard, accepting the client without judgment valuing their self worth and dignity. Congruence is an important part of my approach. Being genuine and transparent in the therapeutic relationship. I listen actively to my clients emotions concerns and needs. I reflect and clarify the client's words feelings and experiences to ensure understanding. I trust the client's inner resources and capacity for self directed change. I offer emotional support in processing difficult emotions such as grief, anxiety and trauma. I help explore the client's values goals and aspirations. Together we work towards personal growth in self awareness, confidence and self acceptance.
