Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Counsellor in Chesterfield
With over 15 years of dedicated practice, I have cultivated a counselling service rooted in empathy, expertise, and a profound understanding of human behaviour. My academic credentials, including an M.Ed in Human Relations and an M.A in Counselling Studies, alongside specialist qualifications in psychosexual therapy and relationship counselling, form the foundation of my professional approach. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively in diverse settingsfrom private practice and Relate counselling to supporting individuals within the prison system and primary care environments. I prioritise creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their challenges, whether related to depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, or gender identity.My therapeutic methodology integrates person-centred principles, cognitive behavioural techniques, and psychodynamic insights to tailor support to each individual's unique journey. I believe the quality of the therapeutic relationship is paramount, fostering trust and emotional safety to enable meaningful self-discovery and transformation. My commitment to continuous professional development ensures my practice remains informed by the latest evidence-based approaches, while my experience lecturing in counselling and mentoring professionals underscores my dedication to advancing mental health support.
Services
Counselling
Psychosexual Therapy
Supervision
Depression Support
Stress Management
Anxiety Relief
Sex Addiction Counselling
Relationship Issues
Transgender Support
Panic Attack Management
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have 15+ years of experience as a private practitioner with advanced counselling qualifications.
- Our integrative therapeutic approach combines person-centred, CBT, and psychodynamic methodologies.
- We specialise in complex areas including psychosexual therapy and transgender support.
- Our practice is informed by academic excellence with an M.Ed and M.A in counselling studies.
- We prioritise emotional safety to foster trust and meaningful therapeutic progress.
Services
Counselling
Offering tailored one-to-one counselling for emotional and psychological challenges, including depression, anxiety, and trauma. Utilising integrative therapeutic models to address individual needs, with a focus on building trust and facilitating self-discovery. Ideal for clients seeking long-term personal growth or support through specific life crises.
Psychosexual Therapy
Specialised therapy addressing sexual health concerns, intimacy issues, and relationship dynamics. Combines psychological and physiological approaches to treat conditions like sexual addiction, low libido, and gender identity-related challenges. Delivered with sensitivity to cultural and personal boundaries while promoting healthy sexual expression.
Supervision
Professional supervision for counsellors and therapists seeking reflective practice development. Focuses on ethical decision-making, case management, and personal growth through structured reflective dialogue. Designed for practitioners at all career stages aiming to enhance their clinical effectiveness and self-awareness.
Relationship Issues
Therapeutic support for individuals and couples navigating relationship conflicts, communication breakdowns, or life transitions. Uses systemic approaches to explore interpersonal patterns while maintaining neutrality. Particularly beneficial for addressing infidelity, parenting challenges, and cross-cultural relationship dynamics.
Transgender Support
Affirmative therapy supporting transgender and non-binary individuals through gender exploration and transition processes. Covers identity development, social transition challenges, and accessing medical interventions. Also provides education for families and partners to foster supportive environments.
People
Marion Lowden
Counsellor & Psychosexual Therapist
With 15+ years in private practice, Marion holds advanced qualifications including an M.A in Counselling Studies and a Relate Diploma in Psychosexual Therapy. She has lectured in counselling at further education colleges and provided therapeutic support to diverse client groups, including prisoners and primary care patients.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I integrate person-centred, cognitive behavioural (CBT), and psychodynamic therapies tailored to individual client needs and presenting issues.
Do you specialise in specific areas?
Yes, I specialise in psychosexual therapy, transgender support, relationship counselling, and treating anxiety/depression-related conditions.
What qualifications do you hold?
I have an M.Ed in Human Relations, M.A in Counselling Studies, and specialist certifications in psychosexual and relationship therapy.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with initial consultations potentially extending to discuss treatment goals in detail.
