Counsellor profile
Norma Boyd, BACP
Based in United Kingdom ยท 6 years of experience
Counsellor for anxiety, grief and relationship issues
Continue with NormaAt a glance
- Registration
- BACP, United Kingdom (396725)
- Qualifications
- BACP
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Based in
- United Kingdom
Details come from information Norma supplied to BetterHelp.
- Client-Centred Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
About Norma
BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy), BACP member. Six years' experience. Norma Boyd works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family issues, grief, depression, parenting and coping with life changes using approaches she lists as client-centred work, cognitive behavioural techniques, psychodynamic ideas and Internal Family Systems.
Norma uses a client-centred stance alongside structured methods when helpful. Sessions are intended as a place to talk through difficult feelings and problems at a steady pace. She names anxiety, depression, relationship problems and grief as common reasons people come to her. Norma also notes experience supporting people after bereavement by suicide, first as a helpline volunteer and later in her counselling work.
Her work can include looking at patterns that come from early relationships and how those affect current behaviour. Cognitive behavioural techniques may be used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test different ways of coping. Internal Family Systems ideas can help people notice and work with different parts of themselves.
Norma also lists a number of related concerns she can address, including attachment issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, avoidant personality, codependency, emptiness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, jealousy, narcissism, obsessions and compulsions, paranoia, self-harm and self-love.
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients. Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. To begin, select the See online counselling options button, complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Norma applies different approaches in online counselling
Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and creating a respectful, non-judgemental space. The counsellor reflects what a person says and follows their pace so they can clarify feelings and priorities. This approach helps with low mood, stress and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings and actions interact. It uses practical strategies to test unhelpful thoughts and try different coping techniques, which can be helpful for anxiety, OCD-related patterns and panic. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Norma will discuss options with the client and agree what methods to use based on needs, goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and can change as therapy progresses. Many people find online counselling useful because it can fit around work, childcare and daily life. It can make it easier to have a session without travel and to book shorter check-ins when needed. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available formats before booking to ensure they suit your routine.Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief, depression, parenting and coping with life changes.
What style of counselling does she use?
Norma uses client-centred methods alongside Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic ideas and Internal Family Systems depending on what suits the person.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of experience, including time supporting bereaved people via a helpline and later in counselling roles.
Is she a BACP member and where is she based?
She is a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and practises in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I live outside the UK?
Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm the current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided via a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with counselling?
Use the See online counselling options button, complete the short matching questionnaire and then schedule your first session.
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