With you on your pathway to peace.
Hi, I'm Mary,
I'm a BACP-qualified and registered counsellor based in Chelmsford, Essex
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"Even the greatest storm will pass"
Every storm will pass, but sometimes when things get tough it helps to have someone you feel completely safe with to confide in. This is your time and space to work towards reaching your true and authentic self. However small those first steps might be, I will be by your side to support you on your journey.
This is a safe and ethically bound opportunity for your self-discovery or recovery and reaching a calm, peaceful mind, a relaxed body and a contented future. Through brave, whole-hearted reflection and a positive approach, you can move forward, leaving negative issues from the past behind you. This may simply be a space to offload current stresses and pressures of life - free from criticism or judgement. It's your call.
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CONVERSATIONS YOUR WAY
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Sessions last 50 minutes, typically once a week at the same time/day/venue.
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Flexibility is available, but must be discussed and planned in advance.
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Sessions can be face-to-face, online, or over the phone. Whichever works best for you.
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Options include:
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Short-term counselling with clear goals and focus.
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Open-ended sessions to explore as needed.
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You can focus on a specific issue or explore personal self-awareness and behaviour roots.
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Sessions can be tailored to your needs and preferences.
ABOUT OUR SESSIONS
I work with anyone 17 years or above.
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Whatever you choose to bring to my Chelmsford therapy room, we will work together with warmth and empathy. This may involve reaching back in more depth to the root causes of your current feelings and beliefs, examining how past events—from childhood to the present—have shaped your well-being.
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I offer both walk-in therapy and home visits.
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Together, we can explore the complexities of relationships, identity, sexuality, and gender in a safe and open environment. I am LGBTQ+ friendly and committed to providing support to all individuals.
I offer a non-judgmental, inclusive space where we can work through personal challenges, regardless of your background, culture, race, or religion
With an awareness of the autism spectrum and ADHD, I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs, providing thoughtful, personalised support.
I am dedicated to working in a non-discriminatory way, ensuring that all clients feel valued and understood, regardless of their cultural, religious, or racial background.
Together, we could work on establishing healthy boundaries, developing effective coping skills and strategies, or practising mindfulness and relaxation techniques tailored to your needs. The direction we take is entirely up to you.
I look forward to meeting you soon, whether it's to gain greater self-awareness or simply just to offload some of your baggage!
TYPES OF THERAPY AVAILABLE
At my Chelmsford counselling practice, I use a variety of methods to suit your personal needs, using traditional talking therapies, such as:
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Pychodynamic - understanding your past,
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Person-centred - focusing on your current thoughts and feelings,
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Solution-focused therapy - practical techniques, such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) to help you find solutions,
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We’ll also explore mindfulness and body awareness, recognising that your emotional and physical health are closely linked. The idea is to look after your entire wellbeing, shaping the therapy to fit who you are, what you’ve been through, and what feels right for you.
WHERE TO START
FREE INTRO CALL
I provide a free 15-minute introductory phone consultation for those interested in my counselling services. It's a chance for us to talk about your motivations for seeking therapy, and your goals for our sessions, and to determine how we can collaborate effectively, whether in person, or remotely.
YOUR FIRST SESSION
Our initial session is designed to establish a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship, offering you a comfortable space to share openly. Whether you're exploring therapy options for anxiety, stress, personal growth, or other mental health support, you’ll be met with understanding and non-judgment.
HERE TO SUPPORT YOUR JOURNEY
If you're taking your first steps into talking therapy, it's completely normal to feel apprehensive. Those with prior experience in counselling will find a familiar and structured approach. We'll go over the therapy process, clarify our mutual responsibilities, and set the stage for your journey.
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​Remember, as we move forward, the time in our counselling sessions belongs to you. It's your opportunity to utilise this space for healing, reflection, and growth, at a pace that respects and responds to your individual needs.
TESTIMONIALS
Hear from some of my past clients.
"Mary has been fantastic for me, her listening and advice and her wonderful skills which I really appreciate"
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"Your Kind Counsel has been invaluable on my grief journey"
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"Mary helped my through the most horrific time, the loss of my Son through Suicide. She listened to my outpourings of raw grief, along with feelings of guilt and the many what ifs. Mary helped me get to a point where I can cope with his loss and even find peace again, which I thought would be impossible."
"A huge thank you.....the advice and knowledge you have passed on to me has helped me understand and move on after my loss"
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"Thank you for the insight you have given, it has been so valuable and the sessions have been incredibly helpful"
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" Mary is, in my experience, very conscientious and scrupulous in the way she works. She has a genuine warm, empathic way of being and in addition genuinely cares about her clients. I would happily recommend Mary as I am confident she is capable and competent and I consider myself fortunate in being counselled by Mary"
MY PRACTICE
ADDRESS
212a Baddow Road,
Chelmsford
Essex
CM2 9QR
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I LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU
ABOUT ME
MARY WHITAKER
As a qualified therapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I provide professional counselling in Chelmsford with a warm, empathic touch.
My journey in mental health care started when I was an NNEB-certified nursery nurse and a Hospital Play Specialist. Those roles taught me a lot about resilience and the human spirit. In 2015, I became a Samaritan Listening Volunteer, supporting people through some of their darkest times, from struggling to cope to facing risks of suicide. Since then, I've earned my diploma in integrative counselling and I'm currently diving deeper into trauma-informed therapy.
I run my own practice called Pathway to Peace Counselling in Chelmsford. Besides that, I have held voluntary roles at Sanctus as a counsellor, supporting the homeless and vulnerable in our community. I've also lent a hand as a bereavement counsellor at Farleigh Hospice.
MY THERAPY ROOM
My practice is fully wheelchair accessible, located on the ground floor at Chelmsford Therapy Rooms 212a Baddow Road Chelmsford, Essex CM2 9QR
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There is (minimal) parking on site and street parking available locally. The practice is widely accessible by public transport with the train and bus station approximately 1 mile from the practice.