Business Details
Counselling Services in Frodsham, Cheshire
With a professional background spanning 15 years in the chemical industry as a Research Chemist and Project Manager, I transitioned to pursue my passion for supporting others through life's challenges. My career shift led me to qualify with an MA in Counselling from the University of Manchester and a Graduate Certificate in Counselling from the University of Salford, complemented by specialist training in bereavement support. As an integrative therapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I combine person-centred principles with tailored therapeutic techniques to address diverse client needs. My practice draws on extensive experience providing counselling services at a local hospice and cancer treatment centre, working with individuals facing terminal diagnoses, bereavement, and complex emotional difficulties. I maintain strict adherence to the BACP Ethical Framework, ensuring professional standards of confidentiality, non-judgmental support, and client-centred care.My therapy room in Frodsham offers a quiet, accessible environment for 50-minute sessions addressing issues including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma. I provide an initial free 30-minute consultation to discuss therapeutic goals and answer questions about the counselling process. My varied professional background enables me to connect effectively with clients from diverse occupational and personal contexts. I prioritise transparent communication about session structure, payment options (cash or cheques), and appointment availability across weekday mornings and evenings. Regular review of therapeutic progress ensures our work remains aligned with your evolving needs throughout the counselling journey.
Services
Anxiety Support
Depression Counselling
Bereavement Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Relationship Issues
Stress Management
Low Self-Esteem
Anger Management
Guilt Resolution
Suicidal Thoughts
Highlights and features
- 15 years' corporate and healthcare sector experience informs nuanced client understanding
- Integrative therapy approach combining multiple evidence-based techniques
- Specialist training in bereavement support and end-of-life counselling
- BACP-registered practice maintaining strict ethical and professional standards
- Accessible location serving Frodsham and surrounding Cheshire areas
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Services
Bereavement Therapy
Specialist support for individuals navigating loss and grief. Combines person-centred techniques with evidence-based bereavement models to process emotions and develop coping strategies. Addresses complicated grief patterns and anticipatory loss in terminal illness contexts.
Anxiety Management
Tailored interventions for anxiety disorders and stress-related conditions. Utilises integrative techniques including cognitive-behavioural approaches and mindfulness practices. Focuses on identifying triggers, challenging negative thought patterns, and developing practical self-regulation tools for daily anxiety management.
Trauma Recovery
Specialised therapeutic approach for processing traumatic experiences. Combines somatic awareness with cognitive restructuring to address PTSD symptoms. Creates safe space for gradual exposure and meaning-making while maintaining emotional regulation throughout the healing journey.
Relationship Counselling
Explores relationship dynamics and communication patterns affecting personal connections. Develops conflict resolution skills and boundary-setting strategies. Addresses family relationship challenges, partnership difficulties, and social isolation issues through reflective dialogue and behavioural experimentation.
Depression Support
Holistic approach to managing depressive symptoms through emotional exploration and behavioural activation. Identifies negative self-perceptions and implements gradual goal-setting strategies. Integrates motivational techniques with compassionate self-inquiry to rebuild self-worth and daily functioning.
People
Amy Cronin
Counsellor
BACP-registered counsellor with MA in Counselling (University of Manchester) and Graduate Certificate in Counselling (University of Salford). Specialises in bereavement support, trauma recovery, and anxiety management. Combines 15 years' corporate experience with therapeutic expertise to support diverse client needs.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I primarily use person-centred counselling combined with integrative techniques from cognitive-behavioural, psychodynamic and humanistic models tailored to individual client needs.
Do you offer online counselling sessions?
Currently I only offer face-to-face sessions in my Frodsham therapy room, though telephone consultations are available for initial enquiries.
What are your cancellation policies?
Please provide 24 hours' notice for appointment cancellations to avoid being charged for missed sessions.
Can I claim counselling costs through insurance?
Check with your insurance provider regarding mental health coverage - I can provide session receipts for potential reimbursement.
How long are typical therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with initial consultations offering 30 minutes of free discussion to explore therapeutic goals.
