Polly Hayes Counselling
No matter what has brought you here my goal is to support you as you make sense of your experiences. I am a person centred integrative counsellor, I do not claim to hold the solutions to problems, what I do provide is a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, beliefs, any, and everything that makes you the unique person you are. My experience in a large GP practice and as a volunteer for the mental health charity Mind UK has given me many opportunities. Examples of areas I work with bereavement, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, neurodiversity. I bring commitment and empathy to every client.
I use somatically informed techniques and exercises alongside talking therapy to support making connection with how the body is holding and reacting to emotions. These simple yet effective exercises are designed to support your nervous system as we process stress and trauma. I work collaboratively to ensure a technique is right and comfortable for you.
What brought me to become a counsellor was my own life experience with bereavement and self-esteem. By developing a solid therapeutic relationship with an experienced counsellor I took the difficult road to find my inner peace and learnt self-compassion. It is important for me to share this opportunity for self-discovery and understanding.
Testimonial
"Polly is a warm, compassionate, and caring individual who is able to use her own life experiences, informed by intense training, to provide a safe, understanding environment in which you can share whatever you need to. She doesn’t judge, she listens attentively, and she offers genuine insights and awareness to support you as you work through whatever has brought you to counselling.
Dorothy Hodgkinson, January 2024"
Please email me directly or complete the contact form including your telephone number, available days and times.
I aim to reply within 48 hours
My practice room is close to Fulford Road with free parking available outside. It is also easily accessed by foot or cycle from the river side walk. This is weather dependant as the river can flood in winter.
Please note my room is on the first floor up a flight of stairs there is no lift access.
Email: contact@pollyhayescounselling.com
I offer short term six to twelve sessions and open ended long term. Sessions are charged £45 discount is available for block payments, please enquire for more details.
Payments are made in advance via bank transfer up to 48 hours prior to the session
Address
Unit 2b
35 Hospital Fields Road
Fulford
York
YO10 4DZ
Opening Hours
Monday 2:30pm - 7:30 pm
Tuesday , Thursday, Friday
9:30 am - 5:30 pm