Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Counselling Partner in Mill Hill, London
With over twenty-five years of professional experience, I have dedicated my career to providing compassionate counselling services for individuals, couples, families, and groups. My practice combines extensive clinical training with a deep understanding of human challenges, developed through roles at Relate and as Director of Services for a national cancer support charity. I specialise in helping clients navigate relationship difficulties, bereavement, life-changing illnesses, and emotional distress, offering a safe, confidential space for exploration and growth.My approach prioritises flexibility, with sessions available face-to-face, via telephone, or through Skype, accommodating diverse client needs. I hold advanced certifications from MBACP and Relate, alongside specialist training in cancer care, ensuring evidence-based, empathetic support tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Therapy
Family Sessions
Group Counselling
Counsellor Supervision
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of clinical counselling experience
- MBACP Senior Accredited and Relate Certified
- Flexible appointment times including evenings
- Wheelchair-accessible facility with disabled toilets
- Specialist cancer care counselling training
Associations and certifications
- MBACP
- Relate
Services
Individual Counselling
Personalised therapeutic support for emotional challenges, life transitions, and mental health concerns. Sessions provide confidential exploration of personal issues with evidence-based techniques. Clients benefit from tailored strategies to improve wellbeing and resilience.
Couples Therapy
Specialist support for relationship difficulties, communication breakdowns, and partnership transitions. Evidence-based interventions help couples rebuild trust and develop healthier interaction patterns. Sessions focus on mutual understanding and constructive dialogue.
Group Counselling
Structured group sessions for shared experiences like bereavement or separation. Facilitated environments encourage peer support while maintaining professional guidance. Proven effective for reducing isolation and gaining new perspectives through collective experiences.
Cancer Support
Specialist emotional support for cancer patients and families. Addresses diagnosis anxiety, treatment stress, and long-term adjustment challenges. Integrates medical understanding with psychological care to improve quality of life during and after treatment.
Counsellor Supervision
Expert supervision for counselling professionals. Focuses on ethical practice, case management, and personal development. Supports practitioners in maintaining high standards while addressing complex client situations through collaborative learning.
People
Shirley Mitchell
Senior Accredited Counsellor
With 25+ years' experience, Shirley is MBACP-accredited and Relate-certified. Former Director of Services at a national cancer charity, she specialises in relationship counselling and oncology support. Her practice combines clinical expertise with compassionate care.
Questions
What types of counselling do you offer?
I provide individual, couples, family, and group counselling, along with counsellor supervision. Specialisms include relationship issues, bereavement, and cancer-related emotional support.
Are sessions available outside regular hours?
Yes, I offer flexible appointments including weekday evenings and Sunday mornings to accommodate different schedules.
Do you accept clients with mobility needs?
My practice is wheelchair accessible with disabled toilet facilities, ensuring comfortable access for all clients.
What are your fee structures?
Individual sessions cost £55-75, couples £60-80. Concessions are available for those with financial constraints after discussion.
How do online sessions work?
Skype or telephone sessions maintain the same confidentiality and quality as in-person meetings, with flexible access from your preferred location.
