Judy Field
Counselling in Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Judy Field, Counsellor in Harrogate
If you are looking for a counsellor in the Harrogate area then let me introduce myself.
My name is Judy Field and I am a fully qualified counsellor and Registered and Accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I work with people aged over 18 with no upper age limit.
I live in Harrogate with my energetic and playful cat, Gracie. When I am not out exploring ancient woodlands, forests and spending time with nature and trees, I am supporting others on their journey to realise their own inner resources and lead a peaceful and more happier existence in life.
Why Choose Me?
I know from my own experience of counselling that approaching counselling for the first time can feel like a scary and daunting prospect. Contacting a therapist can take a lot of courage. I will do my utmost to enable you to feel at ease. I am committed to providing counselling in a supportive, safe, discreet, confidential and non-judgemental space. I am experienced in supporting individuals from a wide range of communities, who have experienced varying issues.
I have a special interest in bereavement therapy for grief and loss, and have supported many clients who have experienced the death of a loved one or other life losses. I will work with you to explore your thoughts, feelings and responses and enable you to realise your own inner resources and acquire a deeper understanding of yourself and your problems. I will work with you on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully.
Professional Memberships and Registrations
I am a Registered and Accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), which is the governing body for counselling and psychotherapy in the UK.
As a Member of BACP, I am bound by its Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions, and subject to the BACP Professional Conduct Procedure. I also adhere to its recommendations for regular supervision.
I am a Level 2 Professional member of the Association for Counselling and Therapy Online (ACTO)
Have full Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance with Balens Limited.
Registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
You can also find me on the BACP Therapist Directory
My Background
Before embarking upon a career in the field of counselling I worked for 20+ years in the charity sector, which included working in the areas of volunteer management, mentoring, and providing emotional support to bereaved carers. Training to be a counsellor seemed to be the next natural step.
During my training as a counsellor and since qualified, I have worked as a volunteer counsellor at a variety of counselling services in North Yorkshire, including:
- The Counselling and Mental Health Clinic - York St John University
- Talking Spaces Counselling Service, St Michael’s Hospice, Harrogate
- Bereavement Support Service - St Catherine’s Hospice, Scarborough
- Spurriergate Counselling Service, York
My Qualifications
I trained for four years to become a counsellor and ongoing regular training is a vital part of my commitment to ensure my skills and knowledge are up to date. I regularly attend workshops, conferences and other events in the counselling field, which I believe enhances my continuing professional development and benefits the individuals that I work with
Qualifications:
- Certified Cyber Therapist, Online Therapy Institute
- TA101 Transactional Analysis
- Postgraduate Diploma in Humanistic Counselling
- University Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Introduction to Counselling
- Interdisciplinary Human Studies BA (Hons)
Continuous Professional Development:
- Taking Therapy Outside – Understanding Therapeutic Practice in Outdoor Natural Spaces. Facilitated by Hayley Marshall, at The Centre for Natural Reflection
- PABBS Suicide Bereavement Training
- Dealing with Distress: Working with Suicide and Self-Harm
- Working with Shame
- Working Creatively in Counselling
- The Models of Grief and Attachment Styles Relating to the Resilience of Bereaved People
- Coaching and Mental Health
- Grief and Attachment Styles
- Working with Bereavement and Loss
Get in Touch
To find out more about Individual Counselling, Bereavement Therapy, Remote Counselling or my other services, you can contact me on 07855 059 964. Due to the nature of my work, I am not always available to answer the phone - please leave a voicemail message and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Appointments now available for in-person sessions, with social distancing in place. My therapy room is well ventilated and cleaned between each client session.
Most of the time I am able to offer you your first therapy session within a few days of your initial enquiry.
Opening Hours
I am able to offer daytime, evening and weekend appointments, subject to availability. My final appointment time on an evening is 8pm, Monday to Thursday and 7pm on a Friday.
Monday: 8am to 9pm
Tuesday: 8am to 9pm
Wednesday: 8am to 9pm
Thursday: 8am to 9pm
Friday: 8am to 8pm
Saturday: 9am to 3pm
Sunday: Closed
I offer an optional FREE Initial 30-minute telephone consultation to give you the opportunity to get a sense of what I am like and see whether you think I am someone you feel comfortable talking to about your issues.
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Opening Hours
I am able to offer day, evening and weekend appointments, subject to availability. My final appointment time on an evening is 8pm, Monday to Thursday and 7pm on a Friday.
Monday: 8am to 9pm
Tuesday: 8am to 9pm
Wednesday: 8am to 9pm
Thursday: 8am to 9pm
Friday: 8am to 8pm
Saturday: 8am to 2pm
Sunday: Closed