Person Centered counselling

"It's great to have the opportunity to write a review of Anneke Beresford for the invaluable work we did over such a short time period. With a once weekly meeting, plus messaging, I had a complete turn around with how I viewed my life, I would never have believed that possible in only 11 or so weeks. I'm not exaggerating when I heap praise on your relaxed and easy technique, realistically we seemed to have a chat between friends from moment one, and yet we were complete strangers. It's no surprise, I guess, when you've had 10+ years experience in counselling that you're going to be bloody good at it, but it takes someone with a natural ability to perform a complete turn around in my whole way of thinking... It was an honour to write this review, praise where praise is due, and Anneke deserves all the praise in the world, I haven't felt suicidal once since April 23 when we began our sessions...pretty much 100% down to Anneke. So anyway, gals and guys reading this, if you're looking for a counsellor to turn your life around, and one who does what she does astonishingly well. Then, basically, your hunt is over, because Anneke pretty much fits the bill, any bill and probably ALL bills... I'm not sure what else I can say about Anneke except, truly if you need someone to trust your mind with, Anneke is a gentle, challenging, caring and compassionate woman who is also an absolute star counsellor."

"I'm incredibly grateful to have had my counselor's guidance for the past two years. Right from the start, it was evident how down-to-earth, approachable, and honest my counselor is. She doesn't sugarcoat issues or adopt a superficial approach. Instead, she provides direct attention, making her a highly relatable and empathetic listener. Her counseling approach is refreshingly authentic, offering a stark contrast to the more conventional methods typically encountered in the field. What truly distinguishes my counselor is her refusal to adhere to a "textbooky" approach. She doesn't dole out one-size-fits-all solutions; instead, she tailors her guidance to the unique needs and circumstances of each individual. She understands that life's challenges don't fit neatly into a manual and takes the time to listen and truly understand my experiences. Above all, my counselor's passion for her work shines through. Her dedication to my well-being has been unwavering, and she consistently goes above and beyond to equip me with the tools and insights I need to navigate life's ups and downs. In the two years I've worked with her, I've experienced profound personal growth and transformation. I credit much of this to her guidance, support, and unapologetically authentic approach. She's empowered me to face my challenges head-on, making me a stronger, more resilient person. Thank you, Anneke, for being the guiding light on my journey to self-improvement and well-being."

"For years I had struggled with addiction and depression caused by the physical emotional and sexual abuse I endured as a child. I had seen other counsellors and mental health professionals over the years before Anneke. None of them understood me or gave me the time and opportunity to address my problems fully. I felt Annekes knowledge, experience, skills and manner were very professional, making me feel at ease. Anneke clearly expressed her listening and her non-judgemental skills by never making me feel uncomfortable with what I was sharing with her. Anneke made me feel comfortable enough to share my most deepest secret, which was a freeing experience. Anneke has helped me overcome and understand things about myself I would have never been able to achieve on my own. Anneke has supported me to explore my thoughts and feelings in a kind and gentle way always giving me the choice to lead our sessions. This has been life-changing. It has been an empowering experience I'm reaching goals i never could have before. I couldn't recommend Anneke highly enough."