Keziban Kilinc
London ,England
Summary
Trainee counsellor currently completing a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling, with over 65 hours of one-to-one client work. Experienced in building therapeutic relationships using empathy, active listening , and effective communication.
Able to provide a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space, working in line with ethical frameworks and professional boundaries. Experience includes supporting clients with a range of emotional and psychological needs, including trauma and complex presentation.
Committed to ongoing professional development reflective practice and working within supervision.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Placement Counsellor
Pegasus/Harmonia agency
Cornwall , United Kingdom
2025.07 - 2026.03
- Referred clients to additional services when necessary, Employed cognitive-behaviour therapy , Person centered and psychodynamic theory i am a integtetive counsellor - anxiety , depression, low-self esteem trauma. Conducted risk assessments under supervision , including responding to clients presenting with suicidal ideation, in line with ethical and safeguarding procedures.
- Conducted psycho-social assessments to identify client needs.
- Participated in professional development training for skill enhancement.
- Conducted initial intake interviews to establish treatment goals.
- Ensured ethical practices at all times adhering to counselling standards.
- Implemented mindfulness-based interventions resulting in enhanced wellbeing.
- Managed confidential client records, ensuring privacy and security.
- Educated families about mental health conditions, increasing understanding and empathy.
- Alleviated client stress through various therapeutic methods.
- Assisted clients in coping with traumatic events, fostering resilience.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, promoting open communication.
- Monitored client progress regularly by conducting follow-up meetings.
- Created individualised treatment plans to drive patient progress.
- Provided crisis intervention during critical moments, mitigating risk.
- Developed and implemented effective coping strategies, facilitating recovery.
- Applied person-centred, cognitive-behavioural and mindfulness approaches, adapting techniques to individual preferences.
- Counselled diverse clients on mental health issues, addressing anxiety, depression, relationships, and substance abuse.
- Assessed clients to identify needs, strengths and challenges, creating tailored treatment plans for positive change.
- Completed case notes after each session and collated feedback forms filled by clients at beginning, middle and end of counselling.
- Executed appropriate risk-assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention, offering support and referrals to distressed individuals.
- Conducted research to stay current with counselling trends and evidence-based practices.
- Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
- Built positive, productive client relationships for enhanced social support.
- Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
- Created targeted support programmes based on client interviews and assessments.
- Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
- Promoted independence and positive wellbeing when working with vulnerable adults and children.
- Provided mental health support to service users, as well as signposting community resources and local charities.
Education
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling - Counselling Skills
City and Islington College
London 2024.09 - 2026.07
Skills
-Empathy
-Active Listening
-Communication Skills
-Paraphrasing
-Building Therapeutic Relationships
-Confidentiality & Ethical practice
-Professional Boundaries
-Reflective Practice
- Communication proficiency
- Abuse recognition
- Therapeutic communication
- Counselling ethics compliance
- Client-Centred approach
- Case notes documentation
- Ethical understanding
- Resilience to stress
- Non-Judgemental attitude
- Mental health awareness
- Professional boundaries
- Self-awareness
- 1-to-1 counselling
Languages
English
Fluent
Turkish
Fluent
Timeline
Placement Counsellor
Pegasus/Harmonia agency
2025.07 - 2026.03
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling - Counselling Skills
City and Islington College
2024.09 - 2026.07