Self-Empower Counselling

Face to Face, Online and Telephone Counselling in Northampton

Self-Empower Counselling

A Place to be Heard and Accepted

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Welcome! I’m Ryan.

My journey into counselling began when I volunteered for Cruse Bereavement Care. During the training, I became aware of my own unresolved feelings around loss and bereavement, which made me realise how crucial it is for people to have access to therapy. My experience with bereavement has shaped my practice and allowed me to offer meaningful support to those facing similar struggles.

As a person-centred counsellor, I believe that you, the client, are the most important person in our therapeutic relationship. I am here to help you feel valued, understood, and accepted. Together, we can create a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.

I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling and a Diploma in Bereavement Counselling from Cruse Bereavement Care. I am also a member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), which upholds high standards for counselling practice.

Qualifications & Training

Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

Level 4 Diploma in Information Advice and Guidance

Foundation Diploma in Bereavement Counselling

Assist Suicide Intervention Skills Trained

Sands CPD Course in Baby Loss

How I Can Help You

My role is to offer you a calm, judgement-free space where you can process difficult feelings and experiences. Whether you’re struggling to move forward after a loss or feel stuck in other aspects of life, I’m here to walk with you on your journey. I specialise in bereavement counselling, helping clients cope with the emotional impact of death and other significant losses, including suicide and baby loss.

In addition to bereavement, I also work with a wide range of issues, including:

Anxiety

Depression

Suicidal ideation

Stress

Life transitions

For those who may feel lost or overwhelmed, my approach is to help normalise your feelings and support you in understanding that it’s okay not to be okay.

Working with Young People

I have extensive experience working with children and young people aged 11–25. I’ve provided support in schools, colleges, youth clubs, and community initiatives. Currently, I work for a children's mental health charity, offering support to young people facing emotional and psychological challenges.

Session Information

Session Fees

50-minute sessions are £50 each

Session Availability

Available on a weekly or fortnightly basis

Concession rates

Concession rates available for students or clients with low incomes—please contact me for more details

Initial Assessment

This is a chance for us to get to know each other, understand your situation, and determine how best we can work together.

Payment

Sessions should be paid for at least 48 hours in advance via bank transfer or cash.

Cancellations

I require 24 hours’ notice for any cancellations, otherwise the full session fee is payable.

Location

I serve clients in Northampton, Northamptonshire Peterborough, Milton Keynes and Leicester. I also offer online and telephone sessions. Via the Psychology today platform and teams.

Testimonials

I can highly recommend therapy with Ryan!

I'm meeting with him for a year now. The effort and heart he put into work with me as a client is absolutely amazing. The change I underwent is life changing. I managed to overcome anxiety, depression and bereavement while working with Ryan and I can't imagine working with anyone else!

Klaudia

Talking to Ryan helped me face my loss and move onward by remembering the good times before my husband was ill and it also taught me how to cope with the bad memories. He was so kind, and patient and it certainly helped me come out of the dark place where I was. I would recommend him to a friend if needed.

Julie Binding

This counsellor is more than everyone else. He can sit there and be the literal shoulder and ear. He shows you the positives in your negatives that quickly form to become the truth. I still and always will recommend this gentleman’s professional advice and guidance.

Thomas Hoyle

I have just recently had counselling with Ryan working through the death of my son Shaun who died by suicide. I found the counselling so helpful and got a lot out of it. Ryan was there to listen to me in a safe space. He helped me work through problems I have and was very supportive. I am so glad I have had a very positive outcome.

Tracy

I brought my son to see Ryan. He was great at explaining the process and keeping me informed and involved as the sessions progressed. He made the sessions enjoyable for my son and he really looked forward to coming back each week. My son has made amazing progress, thanks to Ryan, and I would certainly recommend him.

Amy

Blog Posts

What to expect in your first counselling session with me.
What to expect in your first face-to-face session Hello and welcome to my blog. This is my first attempt at blogging, so please be kind. I will explain what you can expect in your first session with me as a face-to-face counselling client. My counselling practice is based in central Northampton. Starting therapy for the […]
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Get in touch

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.


You can also call me on +44 73968 13735 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.


All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.

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