Richard Lovell
BECKENHAM,Kent
Summary
Experienced counsellor with a strong background in delivering individual psychological therapy within private practice and organisational settings. Brings extensive experience in assessment, risk management, safeguarding, and ethical practice, alongside a specialist interest in men’s mental health and the psychological impact of injury, identity disruption, and life transitions. Known for working reflectively and collaboratively, with a commitment to inclusive, trauma-informed practice, regular supervision, and ongoing professional development.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Owner
Mind Mosaic Therapy
Beckenham
07.2024 - Current
- Provided individual psychological therapy to adult clients presenting with a range of mental health difficulties, including anxiety, low mood, stress, identity-related issues, and adjustment to injury and life disruption.
- Managed a consistent caseload from assessment through to planned endings, working ethically and within professional boundaries.
- Conducted comprehensive initial assessments, including risk and safeguarding considerations, responding appropriately to concerns relating to self-harm, suicidality, and vulnerability.
- Maintained accurate, confidential clinical records in line with GDPR, data protection, and professional standards.
- Engaged in regular clinical supervision and reflective practice to support safe, effective, and ethical client work.
- Developed specialist experience supporting men’s mental health, particularly where psychological distress is linked to injury, loss of role, or changes in identity and functioning.
Counsellor
Westmeria Counselling Services
Bromley
01.2023 - Current
- Delivered time-limited and open-ended counselling to clients referred via organisational or institutional pathways.
- Worked collaboratively with referrers and external professionals, including GPs and allied health practitioners, to support client care and appropriate onward referrals.
- Navigated organisational policies and procedures while maintaining therapeutic integrity and client-centred practice.
- Demonstrated flexibility and professionalism when working within structured service frameworks and reporting requirements.
Director
IT Services 4 Business
Beckenham
01.2011 - Current
- Provided ongoing IT and systems support to organisational clients, including user support, system troubleshooting, project management and day-to-day technology management.
- Supported secure use of email, document management, and collaboration platforms, with a strong emphasis on data protection, confidentiality, and compliance.
- Developed and implemented information governance and cybersecurity policies to support safe handling of sensitive and confidential data.
- Worked independently and with stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently, prioritising service continuity and clear communication.
- Demonstrated high levels of professionalism, discretion, and responsibility when working with sensitive organisational information.
Education
CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in CBT -
Astranti Connect
Bromley 09.2024 -
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling -
CPTA
09.2022 - 07.2024
CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies -
CPTA
09.2021 - 07.2022
CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills -
CPTA
09.2020 - 07.2022
Counselling & Psychotherapy Certificate of Profici -
BACP
07.2024 - 07.2024
Skills
Safeguarding, Risk & Ethical Practice
- Experience conducting ongoing risk assessments and responding appropriately to safeguarding concerns
- Clear understanding of professional boundaries, limits of confidentiality, and escalation procedures
- Familiar with safeguarding policies relevant to adult services and higher education contexts
- Committed to ethical decision-making informed by supervision, professional guidance, and reflective practice
Key Skills & Therapeutic Competencies
- Individual counselling and psychological therapy
- Assessment, formulation, and treatment planning
- Risk assessment and safeguarding
- Trauma-informed and relational practice
- Men’s mental health
- Adjustment to injury, loss, and life transitions
- Working with diversity and inclusivity
- Collaborative working and professional liaison
- Reflective practice and self-awareness
CPD
- Exploring suicidal risk
- Working with Shame
- Working with Attachment
- Working with ADHD & Autism
- Working with Anger
- Working with Vulnerable Clients
- Working with: Clients in prison, who are survivors of sexual abuse
Timeline
CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in CBT -
Astranti Connect
09.2024 -
Owner
Mind Mosaic Therapy
07.2024 - Current
Counselling & Psychotherapy Certificate of Profici -
BACP
07.2024 - 07.2024
Counsellor
Westmeria Counselling Services
01.2023 - Current
CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling -
CPTA
09.2022 - 07.2024
CPCAB Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies -
CPTA
09.2021 - 07.2022
CPCAB Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills -
CPTA
09.2020 - 07.2022
Director
IT Services 4 Business
01.2011 - Current