Ian Mountford
Ian Mountford
BA (Hons) Professional Development in Counselling, HE Dip Couns, MBACP (Accred).
What is counselling?
"Counselling and psychotherapy are mainly, though not exclusively, listening-and-talking based methods of addressing psychological and psychosomatic problems and change, including deep and prolonged human suffering, situational dilemmas, crises and developmental needs, and aspirations towards the realization of human potential."
Feltham, C. & Horton, I. (eds) (2000) Handbook of Counselling and Psychotherapy. Sage, London. (page 2)
Am I an effective counsellor?
Between October 2008 and March 2010, 90% of the clients I saw showed improvement in their CORE score over the course of eight sessions. CORE (Clinical Outcomes for Routine Evaluation) is a questionnaire commonly used by counselling services to assess whether provided counselling is effective.
Please see my testimonials page for comments from some of my previous clients.
Does Counselling Work?
Please read the FAQ for information on the effectiveness of counselling.
How much do I charge?
I charge £40 per 50 minute session, except for the first session, which is free. Please read the FAQ for information on the number of sessions that I recommend.
Where will the sessions take place?
I see clients at Cornerstone Counselling and Therapy Centre at 99 Murray Road, Sheffield, S11 7GH.
What is the theoretical basis for the way I work?
The most influential component of my theoretical framework is Rogers' theory that change will necessarily occur if the core conditions of empathy, unconditional positive regard and congruence are conveyed to the client, as this will facilitate the operation of their inherent tendency towards growth and wholeness.
Please see my resources page for more in-depth information on this topic.
What are my qualifications?
Certificate in Counselling Skills, 2000.
Diploma of Higher Education in Counselling, 2005.
Cruse Bereavement Counselling Skills, 2006.
BA (Hons) Professional Development in Counselling, 2010.