Rhona Mercer:
Trainee Counsellor (BACP student member)
My name is Rhona Mercer and I am a trainee therapist working in the low-cost therapy and counselling service at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston and Dalston, Hackney, London E8.
In my work as a counsellor, I’ve witnessed first-hand how beneficial it is for a person to be able to open up in an environment that feels non-judgemental and safe.
Coming to therapy can feel like a daunting and overwhelming experience and I place a lot of importance on creating a calm and contained space, where you will feel comfortable and be able to be honest and authentic.
In my practice, I work collaboratively with clients and will help you reflect on what you’re bringing to therapy and support your understanding of what emerges in our work together.
You might have a specific reason for seeking help, or you might just want someone to talk to in order to understand yourself better.
My aim is to help you look at the here and now, but also, when appropriate, reflect on how your past may have affected you and shaped the way you see things.
There may have been a conflict you’ve been unable to resolve and move on from, you may feel disconnected from those around you, there may be a pattern of behaviour that you’re keen to break, or maybe you feel stuck and unable to move forward with your life.
In our sessions, I will help raise your awareness of what’s really going on and work alongside you to help make sense of your situation. As your awareness increases, so too will your ability to facilitate positive change and personal growth.
My approach is integrative, which means that I can draw on different types of therapy techniques and theories that suit your individual needs and personal circumstances.
There isn’t a one size fits all approach when it comes to counselling and every client is unique.
I believe that building a good therapeutic relationship is key to a successful outcome and forming a strong working alliance is something that I would prioritise in our sessions.
I have completed training in therapeutic modalities such as transactional analysis (TA), person-centred, gestalt, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
I work with clients who are suffering from a range of issues including anxiety and depression, relationship problems, loneliness, low self-esteem, trauma, bereavement, grief and loss.
I’m currently working towards an Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling at CPPD Counselling School. I’m a student member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work within the BACP ethical framework.
I work face-to-face and online with my clients and look forward to meeting you.
