ABOUT ME
Josephine Lofthouse
I am a qualified and experienced integrative counsellor and psychotherapist in Godalming, Surrey, working with adults and young people of all backgrounds. I bring considerable experience from the Priory Woking, Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice and a local college. I am BACP-Accredited, which means that I have met my professional body’s higher standard as a competent, ethical and independent practitioner.
I integrate three approaches:
person-centred, focused on accepting you as you are and supporting you to understand what you really want and be who you really are;
psychodynamic, focused on experiences in your past and how they might be affecting you and your relationships in the present;
Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, where we work to identify unhelpful beliefs and patterns, and rewire your brain to respond differently.
I work on both a short or long term basis, depending on your needs. I accept AXA, Atena, Vitality, WPA and Healix insurance.
Before I became a therapist, I worked in the financial sector, in government, and then at director level in the not-for-profit sector. I spent a number of years living overseas in Europe, Africa and South-East Asia.
I work in a calm, welcoming room designed to help you feel at ease. If you think you might like to work with me, contact me to see if we are a good fit.
My Qualifications
Masters in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (University of Roehampton)
MSc in International Development, Birkbeck University
Certificate of Higher Education in Counselling and Counselling Skills (Birkbeck University)
BA (Hons) French and Italian, Durham University
I am an accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and adhere to their Ethical Framework for Good Practice. I attend regular supervision and participate in continued professional development. I have an enhanced DBS for children and adults.