Welcome to
Clarice Cove Counselling
Helping parents to find
their true selves
Counselling for parents in
Dartford & Sidcup Kent.
Thank you for visiting Clarice Cove Counselling.
Hello my name is Brenda.
I am a qualified counsellor with a special interest in working with parents who feel as though they have lost themselves underneath the parenting label. I work with parents, stepparents and grandparents, at any stage of their parenting journey.
Different stages of parenting can bring up different issues for parents, so whether it's looking at childcare for the first time, navigating going back to the workplace, trying to manage your teenagers hormones, getting ready for your adult child to leave home or welcome them back,
I am here to offer you the space to share what's going on for you right now.
Parents can feel overwhelmed with trying to juggle life, work and responsibilities and often put themselves last on the priority list.
I will work with you, to help you identify, what's underneath your feelings, what you can let go of, what you can prioritise and we will look at your boundaries in regards to relationships with others.
As an Integrative Counsellor, I work in a way that suits your individual needs, drawing on different theories and styles of psychotherapy. I believe counselling is a two-way process and we can work together to find out which approach best suits you.
I work in a client led way, so I will go at your pace and we can explore your thoughts and feelings in a way that works for you.
I come from a background of working in Early Years Education. Many of the theories in counselling are based upon our experiences in our very early years and how they shape our lives and choices in the here and now. With this in mind I will often work with the clients 'Inner child' to explore childhood emotions and the impact they can have on the adult I am sitting with.
I aim to give you a non-judgemental space to be heard and for your voice to matter. If you are feeling like you have lost your sense of self and are not sure which path to take next, I would love to work with you to gain a better insight into who you are, what you want and where you see your life going.
Why Clarice Cove Counselling then?
I chose the word 'cove' as for me it represents a place of shelter along the rocky coast. I was searching for a name for this cove and came across my grandmothers name of 'Clarice' which translates to "bright" or "clear". I hope to provide a place of shelter where you can begin to see things more clearly and life might begin to look brighter.
Life isn't always straightforward and I have navigated my own rocky paths at times. There were periods where I questioned if I was headed in the right direction and others where I felt completely lost. With the help of my own personal therapy, I was able to uncover the real, authentic me and find the direction I wanted to go in life. This path led me to train as a counsellor so that I may help others to find and value themselves.
People come to me for help with a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling:
Overwhelm
Feelings of stress or anxiety
Panic attacks
Relationship problems
Grief, loss or bereavement
Problems with addiction
Trauma and post-traumatic stress
Abuse
Parenting Issues
Depression
Problems with confidence or self-esteem
Anger management
Issues relating to sexuality
Difficulties at work or in retirement
Problems with family
Building Confidence and Trust
It takes a while to build trust in the therapeutic relationship. I aim to hold the space to allow this process to happen. I will support you by being present, while you build confidence in yourself to share your thoughts and feelings.
I wonder what has brought you here?
Where are you now?
Where have you come from?
What are you searching for?
Wherever you are in life, I will meet you where you are at.
If you would like help to answer some of these questions, then the first step on your counselling journey could be by following the contact link below.
Taking time for yourself
I would like to work with you to explore your self-worth, self-care and being able to be present for yourself. I hope to provide a place where you are able to be kind to yourself and rely on internal validation instead of listening to external noise. We may work together to take time to breathe and ground yourself, allowing you to feel more settled and calmer if that is what is needed.
Get In Touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07436190731 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.
My Location
Clarice Cove Counselling is based at
Bizniz Point, Crown House, Dartford, DA1 1DZ and
Woodside Wellness Rooms, 3B Woodside Road, Sidcup, DA15 7JF
Sessions and Fees
Sessions last for 50 minutes, usually taking place on a weekly or fortnightly basis. The cost is £60 per session.
I provide an initial 10 minute telephone conversation, free of charge to assess if we would be a good fit to work together. Please enquire via email.
My cancellation policy is 72 hours, otherwise you will need to pay for any missed sessions. I ask for payment 72 hours before each session via bank transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Individuals aged 18 years and over. Unfortunately I am unable to work with anyone with whom a personal or professional relationship already exists. I particularly enjoy working with parents who are wanting to rediscover their true selves.
I have a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, a Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies and a Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills. I continue to attend workshops and courses as part of my ongoing training and development as a counsellor.
I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and as such adhere to their ethical framework. I am registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) showing that I take Data Protection seriously.
I offer both short and long term therapy. We review our work together on a regular basis to ensure it remains beneficial for you. The amount of sessions required is very individual, it will depend on your wants and needs and the depth and amount of issues that we are working with.
I currently see counselling clients Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at various times of day. I offer 7am early bird slots for those who would prefer this option, but these are only available online.
I work in Person in Dartford and Sidcup and online across the UK. Please email me for availability.
I offer a confidential counselling space in which you can speak freely. There are certain exceptions to this which include harm to self or others, or legal and ethical reasons. If these exceptions arise I will endeavor to speak to you about these first. I am happy to clarify these exceptions upon enquiry. For reasons of confidentiality I do not see clients accompanied by friends or family.