Chantelle Hooley | Trainee Integrative Therapist

Chantelle Hooley:

Trainee Integrative Therapist (BACP student member)

My name is Chantelle Hooley and I am a trainee therapist working in the low-cost therapy and counselling service at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston , Hackney, London E8.

I completely understand that the journey towards starting therapy can be incredibly overwhelming.

Maybe feelings of anxiety, stress, or loneliness have become too much and you are not quite sure where to begin or who might be the right therapist for you.

You may be coming to terms with a difficult trauma you feel you want to work through or perhaps something in your present has triggered old unresolved feelings from the past.

It is very common for complicated feelings to surface and you are not alone.

By making the decision to start therapy, you have already prioritised understanding yourself better, healing, and wanting to take back some control of your life.

I believe in working collaboratively with you on this journey. By meeting you as you are in the here and now, we can develop some insights into your experiences and unearth the tools to help the future you.

My Approach:
I am currently training as an integrative practitioner. This means I draw upon different psychological schools of thought and am able to apply techniques from a variety of approaches to fit your needs. I currently have the most experience practising Humanistic, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). I will be exploring Existential therapeutic methods this year.

As a student member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I abide by their ethical guidelines and ensure that they underpin and inform my practice. In addition to studying for my degree in Counselling, I am also undertaking a Level 3 Diploma in Life Coaching.

Therefore, if required, I can draw upon a variety of holistic or more targeted, goal-oriented processes to enable you to realise a more positive future. Additionally, I also hold a NCFE/CACHE/ level 2 in Counselling skills which I attained at Farnborough College.

How I work:
My practice involves creating a safe, non-judgmental space, where I will bring empathy and compassion to your concerns. I encourage you to be yourself and hope you feel both held and heard in our sessions together.

In our initial meetings, we will get to know each other and begin to think about what parts of your life you would like to explore. I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is really important and helps with productivity whilst supporting your growth and well-being.

Having previously worked as a carer for vulnerable adults, I have lots of experience working with people from a range of backgrounds and abilities. I really care about people and how they encounter the world around them and appreciate that an individual’s circumstances will affect how they experience therapy.

My sessions are 50 minutes long and I currently offer face-to-face counselling. If you are interested in working together, feel free to get in touch and we can start with a 15-minute consultation session. I look forward to hearing from you.

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Clients Chantelle Hooley Works With

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Individuals & Adults

Adult therapy is the most common type of talking therapy.

Therapeutic Coaching

Giving help to individuals, groups or teams with the aim to achieve positive change.

Client Issues Chantelle Deals With

Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Low Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

Explore the roots of your low self-esteem issues & address your current symptoms.

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Relationships

Exploring feelings about current & past relationships, or relationships in general.

Career Counselling & Coaching

Offering people guidance with choosing, building or changing their career path.

Trauma

Helping you to talk openly & receive support about your traumatic experience.

Bereavement, Grief & Loss

Supporting you through grief & adjusting to a new life.

Life Transitions

Dealing with important changes or adjustments in your life that impact you.

Body Image Issues

A negative or unhealthy body image can be distressing in your daily life.

Motivation

Helping you set and achieve the goals that are important to you.

Loneliness

Explores the emotional & psychological issues that might lead to isolation.

Therapy Modalities Chantelle uses With Clients

What Is Counselling?

Allowing you to discuss problems & difficult feelings in a safe environment.

Life Coaching

Helping you to addresses specific issues & finding strategies to achieve your goals.

Integrative Psychotherapy

A unifying psychotherapy helping affirm the inherent value of each individual.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Helping focus on practical solutions to current issues that you are experiencing.

Mindfulness

Helping to control your thoughts & feelings, rather than be controlled by them.

Humanistic Psychotherapy

Focusing on a you as a whole & with a core belief that humans are innately good.

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Develop self-awareness & understanding of past influences on present behaviour.

Chantelle Hooley – Working Hours

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Wednesday	N/A	Sat-Sun	16:00 – 19:00 (Sun)

Training and Qualifications

– University of East London BSc Counselling.

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– Community Team Supervisor – Abicare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Should I Seek Therapy?

Many people, new to this type of help, believe that they need to be suffering from “mental illness” or serious “psychological problems”, or be in crisis in order for therapy and counselling to be appropriate for them. This is a common misconception; anyone can benefit from therapy when it comes to helping you deal with your personal feelings and problems, make positive changes in your life, and understand yourself better.

So what is therapy and counselling? If you’re new to this world then the first steps can sometimes be the most difficult. Therapy can be a very effective treatment for a whole range of personal problems covering areas from physical and emotional problems, different types of behavioural disorders, through to human sexuality issues and a host of wellbeing and complementary therapy techniques.

Any problem you have that is causing you concern, anxiety or distress is a valid and appropriate reason to reach out and find a therapist and talk to them about it. Far from something to be ashamed of, acknowledging your vulnerability and asking for help is a sign of maturity and strength.

If you feel that you have a desire and are committed to making changes in your life in order to overcome your current problems and achieve more long-term satisfaction, psychological wellbeing and personal fulfilment, then you are ready to seek therapy. We are here to help you work through a wide range of therapy issues that might be troubling you.

Will Information About Me Be Safe & Secure?

It is quite normal to be hesitant when it comes to sharing private and intimate information about yourself with a stranger. You may fear that you will receive judgment from your therapist, or that your therapist will share your details with others.

HQ Therapy Rooms takes your privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Our therapists are required to keep everything said in therapy sessions between you, just like your doctor is required to keep your records private.

For therapy to be effective, there must be unconditional trust built between you and your therapist, and this relies on a shared understanding of confidentiality. It applies to the outside world as well: it is standard practice for therapists not to acknowledge their clients if they run into them outside of the therapy rooms in order to help protect their client’s confidentiality. Read our full privacy policy for more information.

Can I Contact You For Advice About Getting Therapy?

Talking about your thoughts and feelings with a supportive therapist can often make you feel better and help you face your problems. It feels good to be listened to and to know that someone cares about you and wants to help. It is important that you find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and can build a trusting relationship to help you make positive changes in your life.

But how do you know what type of therapy is right for you? Taking the first steps in finding the right therapist can be the biggest hurdle for newcomers, so we have made it easy. Simply get in touch with us using the low-cost help and advice form and one of our fully qualified therapists can work with you to make sure you get the right advice you need in order to receive the correct low-cost therapy and counselling services you require.

Our practitioners deal with a wide range of therapy issues using different types of therapy modalities tailored to the types of clients we work with. We also cater for people who are beset with financial difficulties, offering them services ranging from low-cost therapy and reduced-rate therapy to working with seasoned, qualified and accredited talking therapists.

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Monday-Friday	07:00 - 24:00
Saturday	09:00 - 24:00
Sunday	09:00 - 20:00