Business Details
Professional Counselling Services for Emotional Wellbeing
As a dedicated counsellor with over 15 years of private practice experience, I have cultivated expertise in addressing complex emotional and psychological challenges. My career began in nursing before transitioning into education, where I taught life skills and counselling to diverse groups, including adults with learning difficulties and incarcerated individuals. Holding advanced qualifications from the University of Nottingham and Relate, I specialise in person-centred therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and psychosexual therapy. My practice prioritises creating a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and gender identity.With a deep commitment to ethical standards, I have provided professional support to law enforcement and served as a primary care counsellor, ensuring each client receives tailored, evidence-based guidance. My teaching background and foster care experience further enhance my ability to connect with individuals from all walks of life, fostering resilience and positive transformation.
Services
Depression Counselling
Anxiety Support
Relationship Therapy
Psychosexual Therapy
Stress Management
Gender Identity Support
Panic Attack Treatment
Addiction Recovery
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of private practice experience in diverse therapeutic settings.
- Our counsellor holds advanced qualifications from the University of Nottingham and Relate.
- We utilise multiple evidence-based therapeutic models, including CBT and psychodynamic therapy.
- Our practice prioritises emotional safety and client-centred outcomes.
- We have extensive experience working with vulnerable populations and complex mental health needs.
Services
Depression Counselling
Our depression counselling focuses on uncovering root causes and developing coping strategies. Using person-centred techniques, clients explore emotional patterns in a non-judgmental environment. With over 15 years' experience, we help individuals rebuild self-esteem and rediscover purpose through structured, compassionate therapy sessions.
Psychosexual Therapy
Specialised psychosexual therapy addresses sexual health concerns and relationship dynamics. Through Relate-certified methodologies, clients examine emotional barriers affecting intimacy. This service combines cognitive behavioural approaches with trauma-informed practices to restore healthy sexual identity and communication.
Anxiety Support
Our anxiety support programme utilises evidence-based techniques to manage panic attacks and chronic stress. By integrating mindfulness with cognitive restructuring, clients learn practical tools for immediate symptom relief. The therapeutic process builds long-term resilience against anxiety triggers in daily life.
Relationship Therapy
Relationship therapy explores communication breakdowns and emotional disconnects. Drawing from marital counselling expertise, we facilitate constructive dialogue and boundary-setting. This service addresses both romantic partnerships and family dynamics, promoting healthier interpersonal connections through structured intervention.
Gender Identity Support
Specialist support for transgender individuals navigating identity exploration and transition challenges. Applying affirming therapeutic practices, we address societal pressures and self-acceptance issues. The process empowers clients to develop authentic self-expression while managing related mental health concerns.
People
Marion Lowden
Registered Independent Counsellor
With 15+ years in private practice, Marion combines nursing, education, and counselling expertise. Holds M.Ed and M.A qualifications from the University of Nottingham, alongside Relate certifications in relationship and psychosexual therapy.
Questions
Which therapeutic approaches do you use?
I utilise person-centred therapy, CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and integrative techniques tailored to individual client needs.
How do sessions typically proceed?
Initial consultations establish rapport before progressing to structured sessions focusing on identified goals and emotional patterns.
What qualifications do you hold?
M.Ed in Human Relations, M.A in Counselling Studies, Relate-certified relationship and psychosexual therapy training.
Can you support vulnerable populations?
Yes, my background includes working with incarcerated individuals, foster youth, and those with complex mental health needs.
