Hi, Im Ged Byrne. As a person-centred counsellor I give you a safe space to talk so we can work together to find whats right for you. Counselling sessions can help you take back control of the issues impacting you through making sense of your emotions, understanding why you feel the way you do and recognising how feelings affect you. It can feel as though what youre experiencing is a mountain to climb or that the path youre on is rocky, but we can walk it together.
About me and my practice
Our lives can be busy; whether its work, relationships or something thats happened to us, we often dont give ourselves the space and time to look after our wellbeing. Sometimes its enough to chat things over with a friend or family member but, when our worries are too much or everything is overwhelming, working with a counsellor can help us move forward.
It can feel difficult to ask for support but you have taken the key first step in choosing a therapist. I can offer a confidential, non-judgemental space to explore the issues that matter to you.
You can contact me for a free 30 minute session to see if counselling is right for you. My primary approach is person-centred but I can use a range of tools and techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), to support you in the way which works best for you.
I am a member of both the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). These are governing bodies for counsellors and provide the ethical framework which ensures I work to professional standards.
Experience
As a counsellor I have helped adults to deal with a wide range of problems and concerns affecting them. I also have extensive experience of working with vulnerable young people and children in schools, colleges, within the criminal justice system and those in care. I take a creative approach to support children and young people to engage with therapy.
I have worked within statutory and third sector agencies, including Local Authority Therapeutic Services and the Children and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). As well as running Twelve Peaks Counselling, I also current work with the Noahs Ark Centre in Halifax.
Qualifications
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Diploma
Child Counselling Diploma
Introduction to Transactional Analysis (TA)
Life Story Work (BAAF)
Certificate of Education
Level 3 Certificate in Youth Work
Professional Membership
British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP)
Professional Register
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Verified by Counsellingo on Saturday, 1 March 2025
Initial Consultation
Your initial consultation session of 30 minutes is FREE and we can decide during this session if counselling is right for you. Sessions are £50 each.
I offer online sessions which means that my sessions are flexible for you, wherever you are in the UK. If you live in the Manchester, Lancashire or West Yorkshire areas, please contact me to discuss face to face therapy if this would be your preferred option. I also offer walk and talk sessions for these areas.
I offer discount for block bookings of 6 or 12 sessions.
Fees
£50 a session
When I Work
I have some availability for daytime sessions and early evenings.
Therapeutic Approach
My primary approach is person-centred
Video Platforms
Microsoft Teams or Zoom
Pronouns
He/him
Area
West Yorkshire
