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Catherine Lawrence
Bristol
- Grief
- Trauma
- Meditation
- Spirituality
- Focusing Oriented counselling
- Inner relationship Focusing
- Bodywork
- NVC
Introduction
Focusing is a key part of my counselling and supervision practice. I'll help you get on touch with whatever it is in you that needs attention. I'll come alongside and listen to all the parts, helping you get a fresh sense of what's needed next. Let's be gentle with whatever shows up so it can be met
What services do I offer?
I offer Focusing-Oriented psychotherapy, counselling and supervision, as well as guided Focusing sessions. I can introduce you to Focusing, or help you go deeper with your practice. We can work long or short term, just let me know what you're looking for.
You can work with me in-person in Bristol (Easton), or online.
My background in Focusing
I first came to Focusing during my counselling training in 2016 and knew at once this was what I was looking for. I did my certifcate in Focusing with Peter Gill, who introduced me to Inner Relationship Focusing. I developed a regular practice with a focusing partner and went on to study Focusing-Oriented Therapy with London Focusing.
I am currently enjoying studying Gendlin's philosphy of the implicit with Rob Parker's reading group on Gendlin's 'A Process Model'. I'm lucky enough to live in Bristol where I'm part of a vibrant Focusing community, and have helped run a couple of Focusing retreats. My studies and practice of Focusing, together with community involvement have deepened my experience and love of this wonderful, life-giving practice. I'd love to share this with you.
Qualifications
BFA Certificate in Focusing 2020
TIFI Focusing-Oriented Therapist 2025
FDSc Diploma with Distinction in Counselling (Person-centred integrative) 2019
Certificate in Supervision - awaiting receipt of certificate 2026
How do I practice?
Testimonials
“I'm so grateful for all your help and support, patience and kindness through some really difficult times. You have been so brilliant at making me and my feelings feel accepted when I've felt like I /they shouldn't be.”
DM 2022
"Catherine instantly made me feel comfortable...Its hard to build relationships that intimate with strangers and I felt a bond forming straight away which is a credit to her skills and professional personality”
KB 2022
“I highly recommend Catherine to anyone considering a counsellor to support them through difficulties - she is accepting, understanding and knowledgeable, and offers a warm and safe counselling experience”
JM 2022
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