Business Details
Penistone Counselling Services for Individuals and Couples
Established in Penistone, South Yorkshire, Amanda Wood Counselling Service provides professional therapeutic support for individuals, couples, and young people aged 8+. With qualifications in person-centred counselling, couples therapy, and child/adolescent mental health, I combine humanistic values with evidence-based techniques like CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. My practice is underpinned by BACP ethical standards, including regular supervision and continuing professional development.Having worked across NHS, public, private, and charitable sectors, I offer tailored sessions addressing anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and more. Home visits are available for those with mobility challenges, and remote appointments via telephone/WhatsApp ensure accessibility. Confidentiality, empathy, and client-led progress form the foundation of my approach, with sessions available weekly or fortnightly to suit individual needs.
Services
Individual Counselling
Couples Therapy
Child & Adolescent Counselling
Professional Supervision
Mentoring Sessions
Life Balance Coaching
Home Visit Counselling
Remote Appointments
Highlights and features
- CRB-checked practitioner with NHS and private sector experience
- BACP-accredited counsellor adhering to strict ethical standards
- Specialist qualifications in couples therapy and child/adolescent mental health
- Flexible appointment options including home visits and remote sessions
- Combines humanistic values with evidence-based CBT and Solution Focused techniques
Associations and certifications
- British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Services
Individual Counselling
Tailored therapeutic support for personal challenges including anxiety, depression, and trauma. Utilising person-centred approaches with CBT techniques to foster self-awareness and coping strategies. Sessions held in a confidential, non-judgmental environment to promote emotional well-being and personal growth.
Couples Therapy
Specialised support for relationship challenges including communication breakdown and emotional distance. Combines systemic approaches with practical tools to enhance mutual understanding. Encourages collaborative problem-solving while respecting individual perspectives to rebuild connection and partnership resilience.
Child & Adolescent Counselling
Age-appropriate therapeutic interventions for children aged 8+ and teenagers facing emotional or behavioural difficulties. Uses play and creative techniques alongside talk therapy to address issues like low self-esteem and family transitions. Focuses on developing emotional literacy and coping mechanisms in a safe environment.
Professional Supervision
Structured support for counsellors and mental health professionals to maintain ethical practice standards. Integrates multiple supervision models to enhance clinical decision-making and professional development. Provides a reflective space to discuss casework while ensuring client safety and therapeutic effectiveness through ongoing learning.
People
Amanda Wood
Counsellor & Supervisor
BACP-registered counsellor with specialist qualifications in couples therapy and child mental health. Former NHS practitioner offering experience across public, private, and charitable sectors. Committed to ethical practice through regular supervision and continuing professional development.
Questions
What types of counselling do you offer?
I provide individual therapy, couples counselling, and support for children aged 8+. Specialisms include anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and mental health challenges using person-centred and CBT approaches.
Are sessions available remotely?
Yes, telephone and WhatsApp appointments are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays for clients preferring remote access from their home environment.
Do you work with NHS patients?
While previously working within NHS settings, I now operate privately while maintaining the same professional standards and ethical framework for all clients.
How long are counselling sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes, with supervision appointments available in 60-minute or 90-minute durations depending on client requirements.
What qualifications do you hold?
I hold diplomas in counselling, couples therapy, and child/adolescent mental health, alongside post-qualification training in CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I'm a BACP member with regular supervision.
