Gemma Forbes
@gemmaforbes
Compassionate CBT Therapist dedicated to client support and growth.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
As a CBT Therapist, I am committed to providing the highest quality support for my clients. My journey into counselling began at a young age, driven by my own life experiences that have instilled in me a deep sense of empathy. I strive to create a compassionate, non-judgmental, and safe space for my clients, ensuring that all core conditions are met during our sessions.
Throughout my education and professional experiences, I have honed my skills in active listening and cognitive-behavioral interventions. I believe in the importance of self-care, which I practice diligently in my free time to maintain my well-being while working in this challenging field. I am currently seeking a full-time position that will allow me to progress in my career and work towards accreditation with the BABCP.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Telephone Counsellor
Health Hero
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)
As a Telephone Counsellor at Health Hero, I provide support to clients through telephone consultations, utilizing my skills in active listening and cognitive behavioral interventions. I ensure a safe and confidential environment for clients to discuss their concerns.
Counsellor
Therapeutic Counselling Services
Mar 2021 - Jan 2024 (2 years 10 months)
At Therapeutic Counselling Services, I provide individual counselling sessions, focusing on creating a warm and welcoming environment for clients. I utilize cognitive and behavioral interventions to support their mental health needs.
Advice Line Counsellor
Spectrum Life
Mar 2023 - Jan 2024 (10 months)
In my role as an Advice Line Counsellor at Spectrum Life, I provide therapeutic support to clients over the phone, ensuring adherence to core counselling conditions and utilizing my training in cognitive behavioral therapy.
Counsellor
Abbeydale Court Care Home
Aug 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 3 months)
As a Counsellor at Abbeydale Court Care Home, I provided emotional support and counselling to residents, ensuring a safe and confidential space for them to express their feelings and concerns.
Counsellor
Wellhall Care Home
Jun 2021 - Aug 2021 (2 months)
In my role at Wellhall Care Home, I provided counselling services to residents, focusing on creating a supportive and non-judgmental environment. I utilized my skills in active listening and empathy to assist clients.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Therapeutic Counselling Services (TCS Group)
Counseling
2020 - 2023
Participated in induction training covering GDPR, online client record systems, and TCS protocols and policies.
Glasgow Cognitive Therapy Centre
Postgraduate Diploma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
2020 - 2022
Grade: Expected Pass
Pursued a Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focusing on advanced therapeutic techniques.
South Lanarkshire College
HNC Counseling, Counseling
2019 - 2020
Completed an Introduction to Psychology and Counselling, followed by an HNC in Counseling and a PDA in Addiction Counselling.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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