Amanda Macdonald

I work pluralistically, which means that I integrate person centred, psychodynamic and existential theory. What this means is that with your knowledge of what it is that brings you to therapy, and what you hope to gain or change from therapy I will work with you, enabling you to understand yourself better, and achieve what it is you are looking for. If you chose to work with me as your therapist, then my role is to listen to you, and provide a time when you are the focus. Working together to form a safe, reliable and trusting therapeutic relationship is considered more important than whatever type of therapy is on offer. Only when the client feels safe and heard within the therapeutic environment, can change or understanding truly occur.

I am member of the British Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors (BACP) and hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. In addition, I am currently completing MSc Psychotherapy Studies. I have worked as a counsellor with NHS IAPT clients, and with Place2Be in both a primary and senior school. Before training as a counsellor and psychotherapist, I worked in Corporate Communications, and take with me from this how important communication and connection is to us all. I have lived in Hong Kong, New York and London, and value the richness of connection.