Natalie Edwards-Moss
Counselling & Psychotherapy
I have been working as a counsellor since qualifying in 2017. I have an additional Level 6 specialist qualification in working with children and young people.
I work integratively, but I do so from a philosophically person-centered standpoint, in a relaxed yet respectful environment.
I can help restore past issues and facilitate positive change, often in as few as six sessions, using a Solution Focused/CBT approach that focuses on overcoming life obstacles and moving away from feeling 'stuck'. I can help you with building confidence, resilience and focusing on new achievements and becoming goal oriented.
I work creatively, incorporating elements of Mindfulness based stress reduction and different somatic (mind/body) practices within the session, if appropriate and agreeable to the client.
I am also open to the use of visualisation and art therapy techniques, and I am a big advocate for outdoor therapy sessions.
Walking/talking therapy combined with being outside, enjoying nature, exposure to sunlight, all these things can be calming and relaxing and can also help with sleep problems. Movement in general can be very useful to us when we’re processing difficult feelings and life experiences. Walk and talk in person can also be useful for people who find eye contact a bit too intense. It can be useful for people who feel like always being in a closed room might be a bit too much. Overall, moving around outdoors in nature just helps us feel more present and at ease in our body, reducing stress and releasing feel-good endorphins.
I am a qualified, experienced Counsellor/Psychotherapist running a small private practice in Ashford, Kent, since 2022.
I co-run a meet/talk/walk wellbeing support group as an alternative care modality that bridges the gap between group therapy and a peer support group for specific life circumstances, such as grief, isolation, long-term illness, or redundancy, unemployment or retirement.
As well as being a counsellor, since 2019 I have operated as a Guardian for Cambridge Guardian Angels, hosting and supporting Japanese students studying in the UK. I am also a qualified TEFL teacher and am experienced in hosting and teaching foreign students in my home, as well as at a private language school in Kent.
As a qualified counsellor and accredited member of the NCPS and MBACP Registered (Reg: 363417), I have undergone extensive Safeguarding training (regularly updated in line with best practice.)
I am fully insured and possess an up to date Enhanced DBS Certificate.
I have comprehensive understanding of pastoral care issues and support measures, based on many years of working in both Further Education and secondary and primary school settings, working with individuals with learning difficulties, social and emotional vulnerabilities, communication and mental health issues.
Prior to training as a counsellor I spent many years working in the media, mostly within the TV industry.
Work Experience -
2024 - Present
Guardian, CAMBRIDGE GUARDIAN ANGELS
Freelance Counsellor working in secondary school and counselling service in Folkestone, Kent.
Guardian to a Japanese student studying in the UK.
Freelance counsellor at Lighthouse 43 and Brockhill Park School in Folkestone.
2023
TEFL Teacher/Activities Leader (p/t)
LANGUAGE UK, Canterbury
I have experience of working collaboratively with children and young people, particularly teenagers and young adults, working with small and medium groups of up to 13 pupils, as well as individual students, offering tailored assistance to help meet their specific learning requirements.
2020-2022
Counsellor, FEGANS/SPURGEONS
Child and Parenting Support Charity based in Kent. Counsellor working in primary and secondary schools and online with children, adolescents, parents and staff.
2018-2019
Counsellor, CHATTS/CAMHS (NHS)
(Children and Adults Talking Therapy Service) – I worked with primary and secondary age children in a Day Centre setting for Schools Public Health (NHS – 6 session model), as well as working directly in schools for CHATTS. I also worked with elderly adults in a care home pilot scheme for the local CCG.
2016-2018
Counsellor, CANTERBURY COLLEGE
Student Counsellor at Canterbury College – Volunteered after completing Diploma placement as BACP student member.
Qualifications
Level 6 Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People
(ABC, 2018-2019)
Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
(ABC, 2015- 2017) (Canterbury College)
Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
(ABC, 2014-2015)
Level 2 Introduction to Counselling Skills
(CPCAB,2012)
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CPD includes:
Understanding Trauma Informed Practice (Victim Focus)
Fundamentals of Working With Couples (Bernd Leygraf, NCIP/COSRT)
Dealing With Affairs (NCIP/Juliet Grayson)
Mastering Relational Dynamics (IMAGO/Temenos Foundation Certificate)
Adult Attachment in Couple Relationships (Angela Dierks/Essential Therapy Training)
Training for Bereavement Counselling (Dr John Wilson/Temenos)
Understanding Autism (University of Kent/Future Learn)
Understanding ADHD: Current Research and Practice (King's College/Future Learn)
Understanding Depression and Low Mood in Young People (University of Reading/Future Learn)
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Client focus:
Individuals
Couples
Teens & Young Adults
Transgender &
Non-Binary
Fees -
I offer face-to-face, telephone and online counselling sessions.
£50 per 50 mins/hour
£75 per couple
(Concessions available upon discussion)
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Get in touch
Want to hear more about how I can help you. Send me an email or call me and let's talk about your needs.