Navigating Seasons
Supporting you through all seasons.
UK wide remote therapy BACP accredited counsellor.Frances Palmer-Thompson FdA MBACP (Accred)
About Me
Welcome to My Warm, Nurturing Space
I’m Fran, a BACP-accredited integrative counsellor offering online counselling across the UK for adults and young people (16+). I specialise in anxiety therapy, depression, disability support, chronic health conditions, self-esteem issues, identity struggles, and life transitions.Therapy can help if you are coping with a new diagnosis, sight loss, burnout, or the feeling of being unseen or excluded. My approach is trauma-informed, focusing on how past experiences shape your present and providing a safe, supportive space to reflect and grow.As someone living with severe sight impairment and long-term health conditions, I bring both professional expertise and lived experience. This means you can expect compassionate, down-to-earth counselling where you feel understood without needing to explain everything.Working together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings so you can make sense of your experiences, build confidence, and feel more grounded and connected. You do not need to have all the answers before starting counselling. What matters is you can begin your journey at your own pace.If you are searching for accessible online therapy in the UK that is inclusive, supportive, culturally affirming and focused on your needs, get in touch today. I am here to listen and help you move forward.
How I can help
At Navigating Seasons I'm committed to support your emotional well-being through life's diverse challenges.As an experienced counsellor, I specialise in helping you navigate through various seasons of life, allowing you to gain understanding, and strategies to foster personal growth and resilience.
Addiction and Substance Misuse
Support with overcoming addictive behaviours and developing healthy lifestyles.Anger Management
Assistance with understanding and managing anger in healthy ways.Anxiety
Assistance with anxiety disorders.Chronic Health Conditions and Impairments
Specialised counselling dealing with chronic health conditions or impairments, focusing on emotional coping, adjustment, self-management, and empowerment.Depression
Support with experiencing and managing depression.Grief and Loss
Providing guidance and support when dealing with grief and loss.
Life Transitions
Help with navigating life transitions and adjusting to changes effectively.LGBTQIA+ Affirmative Support
Support for those exploring gender, sexuality, or identity, offered from the perspective of a respectful and affirming ally.Neurodiversity
Support tailored for neurodivergent clients, including those with autism or ADHD, with a focus on understanding, acceptance, and empowerment.Relationship Issues
Supporting navigating relationship challenges.Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
Support in building positive self-image and developing self-confidence.Stress Management
Help with effectively managing stress.Trauma and PTSD
Assistance with healing from traumatic experiences and managing related symptoms
How I work
I incorporative aspects of the following modalities tailored to specific concerns into my integrative model:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
A goal-oriented therapy focused on changing negative thought patterns and behaviours.
Gestalt Therapy.
Focusing on the present moment and self-awareness to promote personal growth.
Person-Centred Therapy.
Fostering self-discovery and personal growth through empathetic and non-directive counselling.
Psychodynamic Therapy.
Exploring unconscious conflicts and early life experiences to understand present emotions.
Transactional Analysis
Examining social transactions to understand and improve interpersonal relationships.
Services and Fees
All sessions are delivered online via Microsoft Teams or phone.
Concessions are available on request for students and those on a low income.Below is a breakdown of the services available:20 Minute Discovery Call - Free.
This call serves as an opportunity for you to determine if counselling is suitable for you and if you would like to proceed with working together. During this call, we will discuss your needs and expectations, and I will provide an overview of how the counselling process works. This is a chance for you to ask any questions and decide if you feel comfortable moving forward with the sessions.Initial Assessment Consultation - £30.
This session is an initial assessment to understand your needs and goals as we embark on our journey to work together. During this session, I will gather relevant information to assess your needs before starting counselling. The timing of the session is mutually agreed upon. If you need to cancel for any reason, please review the cancellation policy.Individual Counselling Session - £40 per session.
Individual counselling sessions are conducted on a regular day and time that are mutually agreed upon. During these sessions, we will work together to address your specific concerns and goals. Should you need to cancel for any reason, please review the cancellation policy.
Cancellation Policy
If you need to cancel, or reschedule your appointment, please notify me at least 24 hours in advance. This allows me to offer the appointment slot to another client who may be in need of my services. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours notice will be subject to a cancellation fee.For cancellations made within 24 hours or missed appointments (DNA), a cancellation fee equivalent to the full session fee will be charged. I understand that emergencies and unforeseen circumstances may arise, and I will assess these situations on a case-by-case basis.Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to contact me.
Please note: an initial assessment needs to be conducted before the first individual counselling session.
Qualifications and Experience
Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling.
Accredited Sight Loss Counsellor.
Level 4 Certificate in Rehabilitation Studies (Visual Impairment).
NCFE Levels 2 and 3 in Counselling Skills.
Contact Fran
If you have any questions or would like to schedule a session, please don't hesitate to reach out.
I'm looking forward to connecting with you.📞 Call me
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Thank you
Thank you for considering Navigating Seasons. I aim to get in touch within two working days.Fran