Hello and welcome
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I appreciate that it took courage to reach out for support and that speaking about difficult thoughts, uncomfortable feelings and troubling experiences can feel daunting and vulnerable. For this reason, I always strive to meet you with compassion and acceptance. I bring to my practice a calm, sensitive approach and a deep appreciation of all cultures, beliefs and ways of being in the world.
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I am here to help you explore your concerns so that you may gain clarity and the confidence to make new choices and achieve your desired goals.
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About me
I have a Bachelor's Degree (Hons) in Humanistic Counselling and I am an accredited member of the BACP. I integrate the Gestalt, Person-Centred and Transactional Analysis models with trauma-informed approaches, grounding and mindfulness techniques to tailor therapy to your unique needs.
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​Alongside my private practice, my clinical experience includes working for psychological health service providers and volunteering for the charity MIND.
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My approach is collaborative and my style is conversational and informal. I believe that therapy should feel like a conversation with someone you can trust with your deeply held emotions, and with thoughts and experiences that may be too difficult (or even unthinkable) to voice elsewhere.
By engaging in open dialogue, we can gain a deeper understanding of who you are and how your life experiences, beliefs and values are contributing to patterns of relating which may no longer serve you. By speaking freely, without fear of being judged, you can discover yourself in new ways and begin to entertain new possibilities – this can be a transformative experience that brings about meaningful change.
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How counselling can help
In times of difficulty or crisis, counselling offers a neutral, confidential and safe setting in which to reflect and talk with a qualified practitioner about your concerns and life experiences.
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With your active participation, openness and honesty, counselling can result in a number of benefits to you including improved relationships and resolution of the specific concerns that led you to seek therapy. It may bring greater awareness of choice and help you deal with difficult feelings and experiences or address issues that have been troubling you.
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I can help with issues such as depression, anxiety and low self-esteem. I also see people who are navigating challenging transitions, dealing with stress, relationship problems, experiencing loneliness, loss, bereavement, grief, shame, guilt, trauma or feeling stuck.
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Whatever it is that you are going through, feel free to contact me to find out more about how I can help.​​
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Availability and Fees
I work with people age 18 and over, both on short term and long term basis. I am available in person at The Eaves in Haslemere and online at the following times:
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm
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My fees are £60 per session online and £70 per session in person.
Depending on your circumstances, I may be able to offer a limited number of concessionary rate sessions- please contact me to discuss availability.
I am a Bupa recognised provider.
Contact details
If you have questions about how counselling can help you or wish to book an appointment, you can get in touch by email at abontecsg@gmail.com or phone on 07874289774.
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Clinic Location
The Eaves Counselling and Psychology
32 West Street, Haslemere
GU27 2AB
Qualifications
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BSc (Hons) Humanistic Counselling
Diploma Humanistic Counselling
Certificate in Couples and Relationships Therapy
Trauma Informed Practice Certificate
Certificate Humanistic Counselling