Counsellor, trainer and licensed instructor - Exeter and on-line

Individuals and couples

 

I have supported people in the Southwest of England for over 25 years in the areas of domestic abuse, young people’s issues, living with HIV, sexual orientation, sexuality and gender identity (LGBTQ+). As well as founding It’s All About You Wellbeing in 2008 and running all aspects of the company, I am a counsellor, trainer and licensed instructor for “Feel The Fear and Do It Anyway”® . I am self-employed as Max Cohen Wellbeing Services and incorporate all these parts into my business.

 

I work with young people (18+) and adults on all issues including LGBTQ+ issues, questioning gender identity (trans+, genderqueer, non-binary) and sexual orientation, sexuality, living with HIV, recovering from domestic abuse, victims of crime and work related problems such as discrimination.

 

Background

Qualifying as a counsellor in 2008, my approach is Integrative, which means we work together to help you feel less stuck, anxious or overwhelmed. I use models and techniques that are specific to your needs - these may include talking, drawing, visual imagery, using objects in a sand tray, mindfulness exercises, assertiveness skills and self-care tools.

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I regularly update my professional development. Recently I have been on courses about counselling couples, shame and mindfulness.

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Client feedback

Clients who have had sessions with me have said that I’m a good listener, I created a place in which they felt safe and could explore their feelings and thoughts, that I gave them information that explained the models and techniques we used and that I gave useful information for example, on-line support, support groups, exercises or actions they could take away with them to use at home.

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Other work

I’m an experienced trainer and group facilitator. I deliver LGBTQ+ awareness sessions to other professionals, organisations and in workplaces. I have also run groups and courses on compassionate mindfulness, living positively with HIV and surviving domestic abuse.

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I am a licensed instructor for “Feel The Fear and Do It Anyway”®, which is a personal development book written by Susan Jeffers, and deliver sessions face-to-face and online to individuals and to groups.

 

I have a Diploma in HR management and I’m experienced in managing teams supporting employees and clients in the community. I’m knowledgeable about policies and best practice in relation to anti-discrimination, equality and inclusion. I have also worked with groups of service users to consult them about improving the quality of customer service.

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I recently completed the Social Entrepreneurs Start Up Programme, in partnership with the School for Social Entrepreneurs, and jointly funded by Lloyds Bank and The National Lottery Community Fund. Find out more by viewing my graduation video.