Joshua Squires
Totnes,Devon
Summary
Experienced integrative counsellor specialising in CBT, Gestalt, and person-centred approaches, with a strong background in mental health support and grief counselling. Demonstrates expertise as a bereavement volunteer, providing compassionate guidance to individuals navigating loss. Committed to fostering emotional well-being through tailored therapeutic techniques and empathetic support.
Focused CBT with experience delivering creative solutions and care programmes to meet diverse mental health needs. Addresses issues and identifies opportunities to build emotional resilience. Collaborates with external agencies to signpost additional help and resources for improved outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Delivery driver
The Curator
Totnes, Devon
2025.11 - Current
- Delivery of food and coffee to local suppliers
- Communicating with team and working independently
- Polite and presentable approach at all times with staff and members of the public
Mental health support worker
Mulberry
Totnes, Devon
2025.11 - Current
- Support students (Adults) with there mental health around there course work
- Provide Non - Judgmental support
- Provided compassionate support to individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
- On going communication with different universities to help aid the students
- Using various methods and coping strategies (CBT, Time Management) to help students
Healinghavencounselling
Myself
Totnes, Devon
2025.10 - Current
- Provided counselling support to clients experiencing emotional distress and mental health challenges
- Developed tailored treatment plans to address individual client needs and goals
- Maintained accurate client records and documentation in compliance with ethical standards
- Offer a wide range of different modalities within counselling
Bereavement counsellor volunteer
BCS Bereavement Service
Plympton, Devon
2024.05 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to individuals experiencing grief and loss.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex emotions during difficult times.
- Developed tailored coping strategies to help clients manage their grief.
Activity leader
EnglishInTotnes
Totnes, Devon
2024.07 - 2025.09
- Led trips for young adults and adults giving them a cultured experience
- Looked after the welfare of the students at all times
- Worked within a team but also independently
Support worker
SW Care and Education
Bow, Devon
2021.05 - 2022.01
- Assisted individual with daily living activities to enhance their quality of life.
- Supported client in developing social skills through engaging activities and interactions.
- Monitored and documented client progress to ensure appropriate care and support.
- Person-centred approach
Education
Level 4 Counselling Advanced Diploma NCPS - Counselling
HeartWood
Totnes, Devon 2022.04 - 2024.04
Level 3 Counselling - Counselling
HeartWood
Totnes, Devon 2021.11 - 2022.04
Bachelor Honours - Marine & Natural History Photography
Falmouth University
Falmouth 2015.09 - 2017.05
Certificate - Ecotherapy
IronMill
Exeter, Devon 2023.04 - 2023.04
Skills
Integrative counsellor - CBT, Gestalt & Person-Centred
Bereavement Volunteer - Grief
Mental Health Supporter
Affiliations
- Sports
- Being in Nature
- Travelling
- Wildlife
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Delivery driver
The Curator
2025.11 - Current
Mental health support worker
Mulberry
2025.11 - Current
Healinghavencounselling
Myself
2025.10 - Current
Activity leader
EnglishInTotnes
2024.07 - 2025.09
Bereavement counsellor volunteer
BCS Bereavement Service
2024.05 - Current
Certificate - Ecotherapy
IronMill
2023.04 - 2023.04
Level 4 Counselling Advanced Diploma NCPS - Counselling
HeartWood
2022.04 - 2024.04
Level 3 Counselling - Counselling
HeartWood
2021.11 - 2022.04
Support worker
SW Care and Education
2021.05 - 2022.01
Bachelor Honours - Marine & Natural History Photography
Falmouth University
2015.09 - 2017.05