ABOUT ME
Experienced. Qualified. Supportive.
My name is Nicky Adams. For years I’ve helped people struggling with life’s challenges – from university students experiencing the culture shock of leaving home for the first time, to residents of a therapeutic community who need to make a whole new start in life. I’ve managed large counselling teams based in residential clinics, rehabs and community services (including Clouds House in Wiltshire). I’m currently a University Lecturer, teaching addiction counselling approaches to students of all ages and all walks of life. At the same time I work as a therapist with a charity helping family members deal with the crisis of having an alcoholic or addict in their family. I’m also a supervisor supporting addiction counsellors as they explore their relationships with clients, ensuring that they are working safely and ethically as well as taking care of their own wellbeing.
Qualifications:
PGCert Foundation in Systemic Theory and Practice – University of Bath
Certificate in Clinical Supervision
NCFE Diploma in Humanistic Counselling
BA Hons ‘Cultural Studies’ – University of Portsmouth
City and Guilds Adult Teaching Certificate
Membership:
Association for Family Therapy and Systemic Practice
The Person-Centred Association
Federation of Drug and Alcohol Professionals
I’m English-speaking and based in the UK. I live in the beautiful Dorset town of Shaftesbury, England, famous for Gold Hill which featured in director Ridley Scott’s "Hovis" bread advert.
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