I am a qualified, Person-Centred, Drugs/Alcohol Counsellor. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I have over ten years professional experience in working in Pregnancy Care issues, losses and Post-Abortion Counselling. I am passionate about my role and grief and loss issues are close to my heart. As an empathic, caring Therapist, I use Motivational Interviewing when dealing with addictions and I also use the Cycle of Change, Solution Focused Therapy alongside Person Centred approach. I believe that a warm, empathic, real and trusting relationship where acceptance and a non judgemental approach is key in any recovery. We respond best when we feel safe enough to be ourselves, warts and all. I am a member of the BACP and I abide by their code of ethics. This means I am accountable in my work and am continually updating my professional training and personal development. I am an active listener who prides myself in allowing space for clients to feel heard and honoured. I look forward to connecting with you and consider it an honour to journey with you for as little or as long as you choose.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Depression, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Codependency, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Narcissism, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #393480
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Geri is a very experienced therapist. She has led me through a process of self discovery and learning with a combination of therapy sessions and listening to podcasts and audio books. This has all been delivered in a very sensitive way, and at a pace that was right for me. I'm so glad I found Geri through BetterHelp. It has been a turning point for me.
Written on Dec 18, 2024 after therapy with Geraldine for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Geraldine Costello is truly great at what she does. I think she has an in-depth knowledge of what she does. I also enjoy her flexibility in how she conducts her therapy sessions. When I requested to have a Christian therapist, I imagined it would just be a flat Christian but Geraldine is truly a firm Christian who has helped shown me ways the belief can help attain an improved mental state.
Written on Dec 10, 2024 after therapy with Geraldine for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
it's the very first-time in my life trying therapy, and I'm glad my therapist is Geraldine Costello. She's a great listener, caring and pay attention to details. I don't usually like opening up about my personal business but, she's so easy to talk to.
Written on Dec 07, 2024 after therapy with Geraldine for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching,
A wonderful first session with Geraldine. It was the first time I’ve ever had a therapy session and I was very happy and delighted with it. Thank you Geraldine
Written on Nov 22, 2024 after therapy with Geraldine for 3 weeks on issues concerning grief, parenting issues, and anger management
10/10
Written on Nov 22, 2024 after therapy with Geraldine for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
Geraldine is very easy to talk to and understands how I feel. The counselling sessions are really helping me.
Written on Nov 09, 2024 after therapy with Geraldine for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue