Jacaranda Life Counselling

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Jacaranda Life Counselling

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A warm welcome from Deborah......

Hello and welcome to Jacaranda Life Counselling 


My mission is one of warmth, compassion and understanding.


'Counselling' is for everyone  - I am here to listen, to help support you and to offer a safe, neutral, confidential space to talk. I offer different types of therapy and varied session types to accommodate all budgets, preferences and narrative. 


Therapy can help make sense of your world, what is going on for you and give you the tools to move forward and feel better.


I look forward to hearing from you.   

Warm Wishes

Debbie 


Deborah Parker

Counsellor  / Psychotherapist

BA (Hons) Adv. Dip. Therapeutic Counselling MNCPS (Accred)

07984474214

deborahparkercounselling@gmail.com 




 


How I practice

I use a variety of evidence-based techniques, including humanistic, integrative and mindfulness practices, to help clients overcome negative thought patterns and behaviours. I believe in a holistic approach to mental health and explore the 'patterns & patchwork' of life in both the mind and body.

I am dedicated to providing compassionate counselling to individuals, couples and families. I help empower clients to make sense of their world, by gently and empathetically evaluating their issues, concerns and stresses, with a view to positive change and outcome.

I am a professionally trained, qualified and experienced Psychotherapist Counsellor. I specialise in a variety of areas, including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and relationship issues. I aim to provide meticulous personalised care to all my clients. I am committed to ongoing training and education in order to stay up-to-date with the latest research and techniques.

Types of therapy

Couples & Relationship Therapy

Brief Solution-Focused (Single Session) Therapy

Brief Solution-Focused (Single Session) Therapy

I offer warm, nurturing and empathetic Couples & Relationship Therapy to help evaluate issues and talk through personal  worries and concerns in a timely respectful and confidential manner. Together we may explore your thoughts and feelings to gain insight and understanding into certain behaviours, needs and  wants, thereby bringing about desired outcomes and positive change. 

Brief Solution-Focused (Single Session) Therapy

Brief Solution-Focused (Single Session) Therapy

Brief Solution-Focused (Single Session) Therapy

I offer one session (single session) where we focus on your immediate issue or concern and look to address it directly in a safe and compassionately supportive enviroment.  This type of session can be incredibly beneficial for crisis issues or time-related problems (when a client feels stuck and unable to think effectively and/or proactively given the current events/situation). 

Trauma & Abuse Psychotherapy

Brief Solution-Focused (Single Session) Therapy

Individual Counselling (Adult/Young person/Student)

I can support with the effects of traumatic events past & present. I can help promote healing from the psychological impact of trauma and abuse, including PTSD, anxiety, eating disorders and depression. I provide a safe and supportive environment where we can explore your experiences, life events and develop strategies to gently move forward so you can feel more empowered. 

Individual Counselling (Adult/Young person/Student)

Individual Counselling (Adult/Young person/Student)

Individual Counselling (Adult/Young person/Student)

I offer a non-judgemental space to listen and support clients . You may be experiencing feelings of loneiness, have family issues or relationship concerns, find it hard to talk, feel ashamed, embarrassed, guilty, sad, overwhelmed, angry, frustrated.. whatever you would like help with, togther we can address it together in a warm, caring and confidential manner.


Grief & Bereavement Therapy

Individual Counselling (Adult/Young person/Student)

Grief & Bereavement Therapy

I offer grief and bereavement counselling to help cope with the loss of a loved one, a situation, a pet, life event or a diagnosis. I provide a safe nurturing environment to explore the narrative of your grief, love and compassion.  Together, we can  develop strategies to help you manage this loss and help you move forward for a more balanced 'real' and positive outcome.


Type of session

In-Person

In-Person

In-Person

I have practice rooms in Petersfield and Midhurst and offer daytime and evening sessions. I accommodate all types of Counselling. Clients can decide to mix and match with other types of session therapy if they choose. 

Online

In-Person

In-Person

I offer online sessions via Zoom, Teams and Skype during the daytime or evening. These sessions can be taken as a block or in conjunction with other types of sessions depending on work, illness, holiday or work commitments. I am flexible and adaptable.

Walk&Talk

In-Person

Walk&Talk

I offer Walk&Talk sessions during the daytime in Midhurst, Petworth, Petersfield, Haslemere and surrounds. A Walk&Talk session is ideal for clients who enjoy nature and feel comfortable walking. Well behaved dogs are most welcome!

Testimonials

I have complex PTSD, anxiety, and depression. I have been seeing Debbie for 6/7years now. Sounds a long time! But once you've found the right counsellor, you don't want to lose them!
Debbie is very kind and caring in nature, and humorous especially at times I need it. Our relationship is professional, but it feels like going to talk to a friend.
I couldn't recommend someone to trust and counsel more than Debbie. 

Debbie has been a lifeline during some of the hardest and most overwhelming moments of my life. Her warmth, empathy, and deep intuition make her an extraordinary support—she often knows exactly what I need, even when I can’t articulate it myself. She creates a safe, nurturing space where I feel truly heard and understood. Her insights and practical guidance have helped me not only navigate incredibly challenging times but also begin to rediscover life and strength in ways I never thought possible. Debbie’s care and expertise have been transformative, and I’m endlessly grateful for her. 

How to book a Counselling session

Step 1

Text, whatsApp, call or email Deborah to find out more

deborahparkercounselling@gmail.com

07984774214

Step 2

Deborah will reply or call you back to discuss your personalised needs: 


  • For Individual, Trauma and Bereavement Therapy a brief phone call followed by a 50-mins Introductory session with the option of continuing to a block of Counselling sessions.  
  • For a Single Session a brief phone call followed by a 90-mins session - there is no Introductory session.
  • For Couples & Relationship and Family Therapy a brief phone call to each party, followed by a 50-mins In-person Introductory session with the option of booking a block of Counselling sessions

  

Step 3

Deborah will send you her contract and Terms and Conditions of business. Deborah kindly asks you to read, sign and send this back before your first /Introductory session

Step 4

Introductory Session

During this first session, Deborah discusses what brought you to Counselling and any issues / concerns you would like help with.  Deborah explains the process of Counselling in more detail and what you can gain from Counselling such as: goals, strategies, coping mechanisms, peace of mind, perhaps feel calmer or understanding 'self' more. Counselling works best when you feel relaxed and build a rapport with your Counsellor    

Step 5

After your initial Introductory session, it is your choice to decide whether you want to continue and book a further block of Counselling sessions. A mutual time / date and type of therapy are agreed upon


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My Qualifications & Training

Deborah Parker MNCPS (Accred) BA (Hons) Adv. Dip. Therapeutic Counselling

  • Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (Humanistic)
  • Diploma in Couples Counselling
  • Mindfulness-based practice for stress reduction (MSBR) Foundation level    
  • Certificate in Bereavement Grief and Loss 
  • Single Session & Brief Solution-Focused Therapy certificate 
  • Child Safeguarding, Protection and Therapy Training
  • Mentoring Certificate (CBT for young people)
  • Drawing & Talking Therapy Foundation Training
  • Trauma based therapy work and experience 
  • BA (Hons) Business management

  


The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.

Nelson Mandela

Blogs & Articles

Believe you can and you're halfway there.

Theodore Roosevelt

Frequently asked Questions

If you have a question please feel free to text, call or email.

The cost of a counselling session at Jacaranda Life Counselling varies based on the type of session required. For more information please contact Deborah.

A typical counselling session lasts for 50 minutes, although some sessions may be longer or shorter depending on your need, preferences and the type of therapy offered.

A Brief Solution-Focused therapy session is a single session of 90mins

Deborah offers the following discounted rates:

10% discount for Under 18's in Full-time education, Unemployed, NHS or Armed forces - ID required. 

Students of Psychology and Counselling, please contact Deborah for block session training rates  - all session types availble

If you have a further enquiry, please get in touch. 

 

Deborah offers the following sessions: 

In-person -    at practice rooms in Petersfield and Midhurst 

Walk&Talk -   in Petersfield, Midhurst, Petworth, and Haslemere surrounds.  

Online -         Zoom, Teams or Skype


A conflict of Interest is when there is a personal connection between a client and Deborah.  This means professionally Deborah can only see someone who has no personal connection to her or her family.  If a friend or colleague is in need of counselling, Deborah would need to recommend a fellow colleague. 

If a friend or colleague has a friend who wants counselling, this adheres to the ethical guidelines set out by Deborah's counselling association N.C.P.S. so Deborah is able to offer ethical counselling. 

Deborah can not see exisiting client's family or friends due to a potential cross-over in narrative but once say a client has ended then seeing a friend of this client would be deemed ethical. Deborah is happy to discuss the above further on a one-to-one basis.  

Every professionally qualified Counsellor is encouraged to belong to an Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy for best practice and ethical guidelines   This means the public can be assured of their qualifications, training and competency.  Deborah is a member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society  (NCPS) Deborah has an 'M' along with NCPS which denotes being a member. (Accred) means Deborah is an 'Accredited member' of NCPS

Deborah began her counselling training journey over 15years ago but as life happens, had to take a sabbactical for personal reasons. Deborah qualified in 2016/2017 and set-up her private practice soon after.

Jacaranda Life Counselling (Jacaranda Life Ltd) was formed in 2017 by Deborah Parker. Deborah set-up her counselling business to provide a bespoke private practice service offering counselling to Individuals, Organisations and the Charity sector.   


Jacaranda Life Counselling is based in West Sussex, UK and has practice rooms in Petersfield, Hampshire and Midhurst, West Sussex. Due to the nature of online counselling, Deborah works within the UK time zone but can offer appointments worldwide. This can be particularly benefical for those who are infirm, away on holiday/work or unable to travel due to a number of reasons/circumstances.


Counselling describes helping support a client to overcome issues in the short-term whereas Psychotherapy involves deeper work over a longer period of time.  Within industry, 6-8+ therapy sessions would denote longer-term psychotherapy.


Contact

deborahparkercounselling@gmail.com

Message Deborah on WhatsApp

deborahparkercounselling@gmail.com

07984474214

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