Tonie is a trainee counsellor at Kernos, following a career in teaching. She is currently studying towards her Counselling Level 4 qualification and is a member of the BACP.
Tonie’s course is integrative, drawing on psychodynamic and CBT approaches with a particular leaning towards the Person-Centred model. This non-directive way of working places non-judgemental, positive regard and empathic understanding at its core, providing a safe space for people to think and talk honestly about their lives without judgement. In turn, this helps clients to understand their feelings and responses, and to begin moving towards improved wellbeing.
Tonie also volunteers for Witness Support at Colchester Magistrates’ Court, an experience which has helped support her development as a counsellor and deepened her commitment to helping others navigate difficult times in their lives.
