Michelle Smith
Chellaston,Derby
Summary
I’m a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor, achieving the CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling qualification and currently still a volunteer Counsellor for a charity in Mansfield one day a week. I’m also setting up in Private Practice.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4052
4052
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Volunteer Counsellor
SHE-UK
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
10.2023 - Current
- Have worked 180+ client hours
- Fostered a safe environment for clients to express themselves, enhancing trust through the development of the therapeutic relationship..
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings through active listening, non-judgement and being congruently available.
- Enhanced awareness of personal issues via the therapeutic relationship.
- Liaised with other professionals when necessary to ensure comprehensive support systems for the client's needs.
- Facilitated positive change by devising action plans collaboratively with clients.
- Worked with 6 clients so far since starting, this is due to the charity offering therapy for up to 2 years per client. I have worked with 4 face to face clients and 2 online. I currently work with 3.
- Conducted initial assessments to understand clients' needs better and provide relevant interventions.
Telephone Tarot Card Reader
Self-Employed Freelancer
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Performed 20-minute tarot card readings over the phone, effectively responding to popular love inquiries.
Delivered general readings alongside specific ones to cater to individual client questions.
Facilitated insightful consultations, enhancing client understanding of personal situations. - Stayed updated on new developments in tarot industry for improved service delivery.
- Offered emotional support to clients through thoughtful consultation.
- Listened attentively to clients' questions or concerns before each reading,.
Slimming World Consultant
Slimming World
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Facilitated three Slimming World groups, promoting weight loss through healthy eating and exercise.
- Managed independent workload from home to enhance service delivery.
- Supported clients in achieving weight loss goals by providing tailored advice.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by conducting thorough audits and reviews.
- Reviewed company policies regularly, aligning them with changing legal requirements.
Education
Aphantasia Therapist Training Programme -
Aphantasia Academy Ltd
DerbyCPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling -
Counselling Training The Midlands
New Basford10.2023
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm & Suicide Awareness & Prevention -
Training Qualifications UK
Derby01.2022
NCFE Cache Level 2 Certification in Understanding Domestic Abuse -
NCFE Cache Level 2 Certification
Derby08.2021
Skills
- Active listener, empathic, non-judgemental
- Microsoft Office, working with spreadsheets, word documents, reports
- Online communication incl Zoom, Teams
- Social Media skills
- Calm under pressure and able to work to deadlines
- Diary management and time management skills
- Remote work
- Self-motivated
- Boundary setting
- Referral network navigation
Custom
I love reading, crime/murder novels are my favourite genre, learning new skills, and working with tarot cards! I enjoy getting out for a walk and exercise, strength training is my favourite exercise. Being with my family, socialising with friends over coffee, cake, or any type of food and drink really. I love cooking from scratch, my daughter and I do a lot of cooking together.
Timeline
Volunteer Counsellor
SHE-UK
10.2023 - Current
Telephone Tarot Card Reader
Self-Employed Freelancer
08.2022 - 08.2024
Slimming World Consultant
Slimming World
04.2017 - 08.2020
Aphantasia Therapist Training Programme -
Aphantasia Academy Ltd
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling -
Counselling Training The Midlands
TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Self-harm & Suicide Awareness & Prevention -
Training Qualifications UK
NCFE Cache Level 2 Certification in Understanding Domestic Abuse -
NCFE Cache Level 2 Certification
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