Christine Faulkner

Current Availability:

Mondays, Fridays Varying Hours Available Between 0930 - 1500. 

Saturday 930-1330.

Hello 鈥� my name is Christine-脕ine, but everyone calls me 脕ine. I run a private counselling practice called Tarvin Therapy which is based near Chester, UK, however I am available to conduct online or telephone sessions throughout the UK and beyond. I am originally from the Republic of Ireland and moved to the Chester area in 2008. People describe me as a warm, kind, genuine, honest person with a good sense of humour and understanding. These characteristics are what I bring to every counselling session along with offering my clients a non-judgmental, welcoming, safe and relaxed space.

I work with Adults, Children and Young People (Aged 11-18) and can offer sessions face to face or online/telephone (or blended).

Training & Qualifications

鈥� Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Children & Young People (11-18)

鈥� 麻豆原创 Approved Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

鈥� Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies

鈥� Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Studies

鈥� NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

• I am an Integrative Counsellor which means that I use my skills and knowledge in Psychodynamic Theory, Person Centred and CBT to tailor our sessions to your specific needs and goals. 
• I can help you to start understanding your patterns of behaviour, exploring thoughts or memories and support you in building practical tools and ideas that will help with day-to-day life.
• I am a firm believer in building trust between myself as the counsellor and you as my client. I personally know, that to share feelings you are unable to share elsewhere is a very difficult and frightening thought. That鈥檚 why it is of utmost importance to me that being in my presence is calming and reassuring for my clients as they embark on their journey to become the person they want to be, find healing and build self-awareness. 

• I offer a 15 - minute free telephone/video call to potential clients.  I can answer your questions, discuss your needs, expectations or concerns. 
• It also gives us both the opportunity to ensure that we are a good fit before beginning therapy together. Counselling is not about me giving you advice or telling you what to do, it鈥檚 about working together and building that trusting and respectful counselling relationship. 
• Once we agree to work together, I will ask you to fill out a short assessment form (which we can do together). 
• I will also discuss with you, our client agreement in our first full session, a copy of which will be provided to you.

Current Availability:

Mondays & Fridays Varied Hours Between 0930 - 1500

Saturdays 0930 - 1330

Hello, my name is Christine 鈥� 脕ine, although most people call me 脕ine. I am the founder of Tarvin Therapy, a private counselling practice based near Chester in the UK. Alongside face-to-face sessions, I also offer online and telephone counselling to clients across the UK and beyond.

Originally from the Republic of Ireland, I relocated to the Chester area in 2008. I also lived in the Isle of Man for 8 years before returning to Chester. I am often described as warm, kind, genuine and approachable, with a good sense of humour 鈥� qualities I bring into every session.

I am passionate about creating a safe, welcoming and non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable in exploring your thoughts and experiences at your own pace. I work with adults as well as children and young people aged 11 鈥� 18, and offer flexible options including face-to-face, online, telephone or blended sessions.

Training & Qualifications

鈥� Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Children & Young People (11-18)

鈥� 麻豆原创 Approved Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

鈥� Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies

鈥� Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Studies

鈥� NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

As an Integrative Counsellor, I draw on a range of approaches鈥攊ncluding psychodynamic theory, person-centred therapy, and CBT. This allows me to tailor our sessions to your specific individual needs and goals. Together, we can begin to gently explore patterns in your behaviour, develop an understanding and awareness of your thoughts and memories, and create practical tools to support you in your day-to-day life.

I feel a great importance on building a trusting and supportive relationship, where you feel safe and encouraged to share whatever is on your mind. I understand that opening up, especially about feelings you may not have shared before, can feel daunting. That鈥檚 why my aim is to offer a place where you feel heard, understood, and accepted.

You don鈥檛 have to face things alone. I will walk alongside you as you move towards greater self-awareness, healing, and becoming the person you want to be.

I offer a complimentary 15-minute telephone or video call for prospective clients. This gives you the chance to ask any questions, share your needs, expectations, and concerns, and consider any goals you may have. It also allows us both to see whether we feel comfortable working together before starting therapy.

Counselling is not about being given advice or being told what to do. It is a collaborative process, where we work together to build a trusting and respectful therapeutic relationship.

Current Availability:

Mondays & Fridays Varied Hours Between 0930 - 1500

Saturdays 0930 - 1330

Hello, my name is Christine 鈥� 脕ine, although most people call me 脕ine. I am the founder of Tarvin Therapy, a private counselling practice based near Chester in the UK. Alongside face-to-face sessions, I also offer online and telephone counselling to clients across the UK and beyond.

Originally from the Republic of Ireland, I relocated to the Chester area in 2008. I am often described as warm, kind, genuine and approachable, with a good sense of humour 鈥� qualities I bring into every session.

I am passionate about creating a safe, welcoming and non-judgmental space where you can feel comfortable in exploring your thoughts and experiences at your own pace. I work with adults as well as children and young people aged 11 鈥� 18, and offer flexible options including face-to-face, online, telephone or blended sessions.

Training & Qualifications

鈥� Level 5 Diploma in Counselling Children & Young People (11-18)

鈥� 麻豆原创 Approved Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling

鈥� Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies

鈥� Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Studies

鈥� NCFE Cache Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills

As an Integrative Counsellor, I draw on a range of approaches,including psychodynamic theory, person-centred therapy, and CBT. This allows me to tailor our sessions to your specific individual needs and goals. Together, we can begin to gently explore patterns in your behaviour, develop an understanding and awareness of your thoughts and memories, and create practical tools to support you in your day-to-day life.

I feel a great importance on building a trusting and supportive relationship, where you feel safe and encouraged to share whatever is on your mind. I understand that opening up, especially about feelings you may not have shared before, can feel daunting. That鈥檚 why my aim is to offer a place where you feel heard, understood, and accepted.

You don鈥檛 have to face things alone. I will walk alongside you as you move towards greater self-awareness, healing, and becoming the person you want to be.

I offer a free, initial 15-minute telephone or video call for prospective clients. This gives you the chance to ask any questions, share your needs, expectations, and concerns, and consider any goals you may have. It also allows us both to see whether we feel comfortable working together before starting therapy.

Counselling is not about being given advice or being told what to do. It is a collaborative process, where we work together to build a trusting and respectful therapeutic relationship.