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Get to know the Expert behind Amada Counselling

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My name is Estelle, and I am a qualified care manager and therapist based in Somerset. With over 20 years of experience working with complex mental health conditions, I have supported countless families dealing with the loss of a loved one whilst working in elderly care.

I qualified as a Care Manager (owner and operator) for elderly individuals suffering from dementia and other mental health conditions, including schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety.

During this time, I realised there was a gap in my service, so I completed a diploma in counselling to support my residents, their families, and my staff teams with bereavement.

Since that time, I feel I have really found my calling with therapy and genuinely love supporting people through difficult life challenges and experiences.

I now provide support for couples experiencing communication or relationship issues and individuals struggling with anxiety and depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, changing life direction, or the loss of a loved one.

I utilise a range of modalities in talking therapy to ensure the best possible support.

I have completed diplomas in:

● Bereavement Counselling
● Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
● Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
● Couples Counselling
● Trauma Healing

My Approach

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I believe therapy should be accessible to everyone and recognise the significant shortfall in available resources
for mental health struggles.

My approach is empathetic and non-judgmental, with a passion for supporting people. I am constantly amazed at how effective simple techniques and talking can be when dealing with life’s challenges.

Talking is powerful, and I aim to create a calm, safe space for my clients to feel comfortable, whether in person or remotely, to unburden the weight on their minds.

At Amada Counselling, I am committed to helping you navigate life's difficulties and find a path to healing and growth. I look forward to helping you find peace and resilience.