The Blended Counselling Practice
Supporting individuals and companies, face-to-face, online and by telephone.
Providing the support you need, when and how you need it.
Why counselling?
We understand life can be a lot. Stress and anxiety are a part of today’s working culture and the simple fact is, we can’t control everything in our lives.
We offer a safe and empathetic space for you to explore whatever you’d like to talk about, without judgement and in a way that suits you, whether that’s face to face, online or on the phone, or maybe you prefer to walk and talk.
Get in touch today for a free 15-minute consultation to see whether we are the right fit for you.
15%
of people at work have symptoms of a mental health condition
1 in 4
have a mental health problem at some point in their lives
£1,300
per employee lost because of stress and poor mental health
37%
of 18-29s are formally diagnosed with a mental health condition
About us
Whether it is anxiety or low self-esteem, support with relationship problems or you’re going through a divorce, need some help to kickstart your weight loss journey, overcoming a fear or phobia or improving competitive performance, these are just a few of the areas in which we can help you work through your issues.
As well has having bases in London, the southeast of England and in Bordeaux, France, we can run sessions online and on the telephone, according to your needs.
We support individuals and offer offsite wellness events for companies wishing to invest in the good mental health of their employees. These include sailing in the Solent, wine blending in Bordeaux and other bespoke events.
Meet our counsellors
Gary Jessop
David Chantelot
I’m passionate about discovering how the brain behaves and fascinated by the power of the subconscious in transforming your life. I can work in English and French.
Michelle Harding-Foss
What is blended counselling?
In Person
The session is set in a confidential environment in a physical location where we can banish the distractions of everyday life and focus on your mental wellbeing.
Online
Online counselling sessions allow you to work from anywhere. We can’t control your environment, so it is up to you to make sure you are in a place you can talk freely, and express yourself safely.
Telephone
You may prefer working with us by phone – the choice is totally yours. If you are unable to make it to a face-to-face or computer session then you can have uninterrupted support over the phone.
Walk & Talk
We take our in-person sessions outside into the fresh air where we can get closer to nature and talk as we walk.
Offsite Wellness Events
We have seen the landscape change in recent years, with more people working at home, or a hybrid of home and office. Our events can help integrate teams and combat the isolation of home-based workers which can lead to a downward spiral into poor mental health.
Our events get you out of the office environment and include sailing an ocean racing yacht on the Solent, wine blending in a chateau near Bordeaux, taking the controls of a plane and more; they are tailored to the specific needs of your business and can include one-to-one time with our counsellors.
It starts with a chat
Blended counselling means you have flexibility in the therapeutic support you need, whether it be face to face, online, on the phone or a combination of all three. We understand that it takes courage to ask for help and making that first call can be anxiety-inducing. We’re here to make it as stress-free as possible and in our initial consultation we’ll discuss which method of support works best for you.
One of the most important aspects of therapy with successful outcomes is the relationship between the therapist and the client and we understand that it takes time to build up trust. We work with all individuals however they identify.
To take the first step, please email us at info@blendedcounsellingpractice.com or fill out the contact form below and we will be in touch to arrange a time to talk when you are in a safe environment and can speak freely.
Approachable
Someone you can trust and feel comfortable with.
Professional
Someone who will fit in with your busy life.
Understanding
Someone who you can talk to about anything.