Ren Bateson
MA, MBACP (Accred) |
Warmth
I am a warm and creative talking therapist who offers 1:1 psychotherapy and counselling to adults in distress or who are actively seeking change. How I work I use an integrative, relational approach, mixed with some coaching and creative methods. I believe that being honest, non-judgmental and accepting creates a space where growth and change can take place and that drawing on a range of different theories can help fit my approach around you. We could look at emotional responses, patterns of thinking, power, control, choice, what you might need, how an experience might be impacting on your life or help you focus on a specific issue or problem. Experience I have experience of working with a wide range of presenting problems from relationship difficulties, health-related issues and loss to anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, PTSD and borderline personality disorder, as well as neurodiversity in all its forms. Careful listening within a warm, supportive, respectful relationship can help us feel safe enough to reflect. I think that reflection can help us heal. You can see more about my experience below. email: [email protected] mobile: 07478 678080 |
Experience - 10 years
ARA Recovery for All, Volunteer Therapeutic Art Group Facilitator, 2024
Penny Brohn, Volunteer Therapeutic Art Group Co-facilitator, 2022
Gloucestershire Counselling Service, Staff Counsellor, 2019 - 2022
Gloucestershire Counselling Service, Associate Counsellor, 2018 - 2019
Bristol Mind, Volunteer Counsellor, 2017 - 2018
Cancer Support Yorkshire, Trainee Counsellor, 2016 - 2017
University of Bradford, Trainee Counsellor, 2015 - 2016
UWE/Contact Associates/Clear Links/University of Worcester, Specialist Mentor/Specialist 1:1 Study Skills Support Tutor, 2009 - 2019
Qualifications
PG Dip Therapeutic Arts - University of South Wales (2021 - 2024)
MA Psychotherapy and Counselling - University of Leeds (2015-2018)
Dip HE (Open) inc. Psychology, Counselling and Mental Health - Open University (2008-2014)
PG Dip Visual and Verbal Representation in Britain (1840-1940) - University of Reading (1999)
Membership and Insurance
BACP: Individual, Accredited
Towergate Professional Indemnity Insurance
Current CPD
D810 Critically Exploring Psychology 1 - Open University
ARA Recovery for All, Volunteer Therapeutic Art Group Facilitator, 2024
Penny Brohn, Volunteer Therapeutic Art Group Co-facilitator, 2022
Gloucestershire Counselling Service, Staff Counsellor, 2019 - 2022
Gloucestershire Counselling Service, Associate Counsellor, 2018 - 2019
Bristol Mind, Volunteer Counsellor, 2017 - 2018
Cancer Support Yorkshire, Trainee Counsellor, 2016 - 2017
University of Bradford, Trainee Counsellor, 2015 - 2016
UWE/Contact Associates/Clear Links/University of Worcester, Specialist Mentor/Specialist 1:1 Study Skills Support Tutor, 2009 - 2019
Qualifications
PG Dip Therapeutic Arts - University of South Wales (2021 - 2024)
MA Psychotherapy and Counselling - University of Leeds (2015-2018)
Dip HE (Open) inc. Psychology, Counselling and Mental Health - Open University (2008-2014)
PG Dip Visual and Verbal Representation in Britain (1840-1940) - University of Reading (1999)
Membership and Insurance
BACP: Individual, Accredited
Towergate Professional Indemnity Insurance
Current CPD
D810 Critically Exploring Psychology 1 - Open University