Counselling – a personal journey

In 2008 Amy Law-Smith started training on a Counselling Skills course and loved it! She knew that counselling was what she wanted to do though, at the time, Amy’s lack of self-belief and trust resulted in her not fully stepping onto the counselling path until some five years later in 2013. Instead she trained as a Shiatsu Practitioner for which she qualified in 2011, and set up in private practice. However, after quiet reflection during some time off at the end of 2013 she realised that whilst she loved Shiatsu, it wasn’t really her true passion.

After spending time seeking therapy and reflecting on who she really was rather than who she’d thought she was, Amy discovered that her fear, beliefs and pain were limiting her and the life she’d been creating; she’d been unable to trust and follow her ‘inner knowing’. “This was a scary time for me; I felt terrified about the steps I must take, and yet terrified to stand still!” she says.

Things gradually became clearer and she knew she needed to follow her dreams. So she committed fully to herself and counselling. Slowly things unfolded; she found a counselling course, fantastic placements, and met wonderful people. Her journey wasn’t always smooth, though she learnt to trust in the process and go with the ups and downs. “Things have flowed in the direction of wherever it is I’m meant to be going, and this hasn’t always been where I think I should be going!”

Amy now has a private Counselling Practice and offers one-to-one counselling in Eastbourne. She also volunteers at St Wilfrids Hospice in Eastbourne, offering clients support in both pre and post bereavement.

“I offer a space that is confidential and welcoming and always work to provide understanding, acceptance, safety and support – a place where patterns and processes can surface and unfold, thereby allowing the path to reveal itself, at a pace that feels right for you.

I love my work and the people that I work with – it is an honour to be alongside another on their journey and to witness change and the creation of a life that is fulfilling and authentic”

Amy Law-Smith

If you would like to book a free 30 minute initial meeting or would like further information please feel free to contact Amy on 07971 380547 or arlawsmith@ hotmail.com
www.amy-counselling.co.uk