About Deborah Gregory

I am a fully qualified and deeply experienced counsellor with a background in the Social Care field. Initially, I worked with children and young adults with emotional and behavioural difficulties for a number of years before qualifying as a professional counsellor. Alongside my private practice I continue to counsel young people (age range 18+) in clinic, and hold an enhanced (highest level) disclosure and barring service check (DBS). Since I began my counselling training in 1997 I have been working with a wide range of psychological issues. 

I often describe my counselling career as a vocation, motivated by a lifelong curiosity in people and their capacity to develop in positive ways. I have a passion for what I do and I think that translates in the work. I believe the quality of the therapeutic relationship, rather than any one particular theoretical orientation, is the most important aspect of successful work. There is nothing more satisfying for me as a therapist than to see individuals and couples that I work with enjoy more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others. 

I will encourage my clients (where possible) to keep a therapy journal, in which to record their thoughts, feelings and reflections during our sessions. It is well known that people who journal discover a higher sense of self-awareness and a greater freedom of expression. If you connect to what I’ve shared here, I invite you to explore my website further and contact me if you would like to take that next step.

Qualifications and Training

I hold an Advanced Diploma in Humanistic and Integrative Counselling and have been working with clients of all ages for over 26 years. I work in a client-centred style drawing on a wealth of clinical resources and skills to suit your individual needs. I believe this integrative approach and flexibility allows me to tailor my response to the individual requirements of each therapy client.

I attend regular, ongoing Counselling Supervision with a highly experienced Supervisor. I undertake professional training courses and attend monthly therapy workshops to keep my skills up-to-date and to learn of new developments. Since 1997 I have undertaken a broad range of therapeutic and certified counselling and psychotherapy training courses including:

Anger Management, Anxiety and Panic, Bereavement, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Couple Counselling, Depression, Domestic Violence, Eating Disorders, LGBTQ Awareness, Low self-esteem, Mindfulness, Nutritional Therapy, (Complex) Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Pregnancy and Birth, Rape and Sexual Assault, Self-Harming, Sexuality, Understanding Suicide, Managing Stress and Vicarious Trauma.

I consider myself a life-long student; I never tire of learning. I hold a passionate belief in the healing power of therapy and a deep respect for the work of Carl Jung and the wisdom of the body. Since 2008 I have been studying Jungian Psychology in depth, discovering the intriguing world of archetypes, dreams and exploring the second half of life. Similar to Jung, I affirm the mind-body-spirit-soul connection, which in 2012 led me to undertake a BANT approved training course with the Institute of Optimum Nutrition (ION). This in-depth training has given me a greater understanding of nutrition, enabling me to offer clients sound nutritional advice if required and where appropriate. 

Areas of counselling I work with

I am deeply experienced in working with a wide range of issues including:

Abortion	Abuse	Addiction
Adoption Issues	Affairs and Betrayals	Anger Management
Anxiety	Bereavement	Bullying
Carer Support	Cancer	Career Counselling
Child related Issues	Codependency	Couples Counselling
Depression	Domestic Violence	Dream Work
Family Issues	Gender Identity	Infertility
Low Self Confidence	Mid Life Crisis	Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Panic Disorder	Phobias	Postnatal Depression
Pregnancy / Childbirth	Redundancy	Relationship Issues
Second Half of Life	Self Harm	Separation and Divorce
Sexual Abuse	Sexuality	Spirituality
Stress	Terminal Illness	Work Related Issues

Other areas of counselling I deal with

I work with couples of all ages; married or living together, separating or divorcing; with or without children to consider.  Couple counselling can also benefit other types of couples such as siblings, friends and colleagues. Therapy is often short term with just a few sessions needed to turn relationships around or at least help them to separate in a more amicable way. Couple sessions take place on a fortnightly basis. 

Issues regarding all kinds of family break ups including divorce, separation and estrangement within families, alongside dealing with difficult people in the workplace. For many years I have offered counselling and support to those struggling with the impact of terminal illness, significant loss and bereavement.  I am keen to support those who would like to develop a healthier relationship with food.

My approach is LGBTQ+ inclusive.  I actively affirm diversity in my practice and value the opportunity to support those who may want to work through issues relating to their identity, sexuality or gender.  I hold great trust in the language of our dreams, particularly when understood through the extensive work of psychologist Carl Jung, and will work closely with a person’s dreams where this relevant or desirable.