A Counselling service based in Basingstoke to help you achieve a more
peaceful mind.
Peace of minds Values
About Me
With over 20 years of experience in the NHS setting my career has spanned diverse settings including community care, GP surgeries, hospice services, maternity services and more recently colleges and education where I work for the school wellbeing service.
I bring a compassionate, holistic approach that helps you explore your emotions, gain deeper self-understanding, and ease the impact of trauma.
Drawing on my experience supporting individuals and families in the NHS and education sector I offer individualised services to meet your unique needs.
I also offer Reiki that helps release trauma responses in the body by
- Reducing stress & anxiety symptoms
- Deepen relaxation
- Improve sleep
- Enhance wellbeing
and is supported by Trauma Research UK.
(Please see my offer to you page)
Counselling can help you develop a deeper awareness and understanding of your behaviours, giving you the opportunity to explore new perspectives and make alternative choices that feel more aligned with the life you want to live.
My belief in the power of connection and compassion has enabled me to develop strong personal skills as an advocate, listener, mentor, advisor, empath and counsellor.
I offer you time with me and aim to help you find
Peace of Mind.
My core values pledged to you are,
- Harmonious - Let’s unravel the answers together without judgement.
- Realistic - This is your place to talk, cry, think and explore issues from a different view with an empathetic advocate that will respect you, your life`s journey and your opinion.
- Invested - A safe, person centred, holistic, protected, calm environment where we persevere to peel away the layers of life one step at a time for as long as you need.
My AIM is to help you find "Peace of Mind".
Let me listen
What to expect in a counselling session
As a counsellor, I believe in creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Our sessions will be tailored to your unique needs.
Unconditional Positive Regard: I will offer you unwavering acceptance and respect, regardless of what you share.
Empathy: I will strive to understand your perspective and experience your world as you do.
Congruence: I will be genuine and authentic in my interactions with you, fostering trust and openness.
Active Listening: I will pay close attention to your words and non-verbal cues, reflecting back your thoughts and feelings to help you gain clarity.
Exploration: We will work together to explore your inner world, identify patterns, and develop new insights.
Self-Discovery: You will have the opportunity to discover your own strengths, resources, and potential for growth.
Online or In-Person: Sessions can be conducted online via video conferencing or in person at your home or my office space at Kingsclere Counselling Service.
Duration: Sessions are scheduled for an hour, but we typically spend time together for about 50 minutes. Then we can take 5 mins either end to settle in or wind down.
Frequency: The frequency of sessions can be discussed based on your individual needs and preferences.
Remember, you are the expert on your own life. I am here to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Unconditional Positive Regard: I will offer you unwavering acceptance and respect, regardless of what you share.
Empathy: I will strive to understand your perspective and experience your world as you do.
Congruence: I will be genuine and authentic in my interactions with you, fostering trust and openness.
Active Listening: I will pay close attention to your words and non-verbal cues, reflecting back your thoughts and feelings to help you gain clarity.
Exploration: We will work together to explore your inner world, identify patterns, and develop new insights.
Self-Discovery: You will have the opportunity to discover your own strengths, resources, and potential for growth.
Online or In-Person: Sessions can be conducted online via video conferencing or in person at your home or my office space at Kingsclere Counselling Service.
Duration: Sessions are scheduled for an hour, but we typically spend time together for about 50 minutes. Then we can take 5 mins either end to settle in or wind down.
Frequency: The frequency of sessions can be discussed based on your individual needs and preferences.
Remember, you are the expert on your own life. I am here to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
What to expect in healing (Reiki) & counselling
1. What is Reiki healing? Reiki is a gentle form of energy healing that helps restore balance to the mind, body, and spirit. It promotes relaxation, reduces stress, and supports overall wellbeing.
2. How can counselling work alongside Reiki?
Counselling gives you a safe space to talk, process, and reflect, while Reiki supports emotional release and balance on an energetic level. Together, they create a holistic approach to healing.
3. What happens in a session? You’ll be welcomed into a calm, supportive space. We’ll begin with a talk to understand your needs, then move into the healing session. You’ll remain fully clothed, sat in a chair or lying down while I channel Reiki energy.
4. How long is a session? Sessions typically last 60 minutes, but shorter or longer appointments can be arranged depending on your needs. (If having Reiki only)
5. Where are you based? I offer in-person sessions in Basingstoke and Kingsclere (Hampshire), as well as online Reiki healing for those who prefer to connect from home.
6. Do I need to believe in energy healing for it to work? No – Reiki is not linked to any religion or belief system. Many people experience deep relaxation and emotional release, regardless of their background.
7. How many sessions will I need? Everyone is different. Some people feel lighter after just one session, while others choose regular appointments to support their ongoing wellbeing.
2. How can counselling work alongside Reiki?
Counselling gives you a safe space to talk, process, and reflect, while Reiki supports emotional release and balance on an energetic level. Together, they create a holistic approach to healing.
3. What happens in a session? You’ll be welcomed into a calm, supportive space. We’ll begin with a talk to understand your needs, then move into the healing session. You’ll remain fully clothed, sat in a chair or lying down while I channel Reiki energy.
4. How long is a session? Sessions typically last 60 minutes, but shorter or longer appointments can be arranged depending on your needs. (If having Reiki only)
5. Where are you based? I offer in-person sessions in Basingstoke and Kingsclere (Hampshire), as well as online Reiki healing for those who prefer to connect from home.
6. Do I need to believe in energy healing for it to work? No – Reiki is not linked to any religion or belief system. Many people experience deep relaxation and emotional release, regardless of their background.
7. How many sessions will I need? Everyone is different. Some people feel lighter after just one session, while others choose regular appointments to support their ongoing wellbeing.
My offer to you
Individual Counselling
I offer counselling for individual adults or young adults (16+). This can be completed online, face to face at Kingsclere Counselling Service or my Basingstoke Pod. I am based in Basingstoke, Hampshire but also serve surrounding villages and areas. Click here to learn more
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Parental transitional sessions (Child welcome)
Imagine having a supportive space where you can bring your child (under 2) and explore your parental journey together at Kingsclere Counselling Service or online. Click here to learn more about what to expect.
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Healing & Counselling
As a Reiki Master, I offer a safe and supportive space for you to release emotional burdens, restore balance, and experience deep relaxation within a mixed counselling and healing session. This gentle yet powerful energy healing technique can help reduce stress, ease tension, and support emotional and spiritual wellbeing.
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Reiki Healing
This therapeutic approach aims to restore balance and harmony by addressing energy blockages and enhancing stress relief as an addition to aiding talking therapy's that I offer.
Book
Discovery call
MOST POPULAR £ 0
- Free discovery conversation
- to establish a relationship, discuss aims and ideas
- Email/text/call to book or for more information
Counselling session
MOST POPULAR £ 60
/Hour - 50 minute Counselling session
- Email/text/call to book or for more information
Healing and counselling
MOST POPULAR £ 60
/Hour - Healing and counselling session combined to help release inner held stress and trauma.
Reiki
MOST POPULAR £ 50
/Hour - Reiki healing session for the times when energy healing is required between talking therapies, to help release old patterns and allow in the new.
- (Price dependent on how long you would like the session but typically is £1 a min)
Contact
- 9 Sherborne Road, Basingstoke RG21 5TH, UK
- Kingsclere Counselling Service, Robinson Cottage, Folly Farm, Ramsdell, UK
- +44-07896699517
- jl.potter40@gmail.com
- Monday to Friday 9am to 8pm Sat AM and Sun PM online
My Credentials
- Integrative Counselling course Level 4 Diploma 2022-24
- Foundation Certificate in Counselling Skills Level 2/3 - 2022
- Transactional Analysis 101 - 2022 (Style of counselling where your transactions with your relationships are explored)
- Specialist Community Public Health Nurse PGDip 2016 (Health Visitor)
- Non-Medical Prescribing 2016
- UNICEF Breast Feeding Training 2 days 2015
- BSC (HONs) Health and Social Care 2004
- Advancing Nursing Practice Mentor Program 2003
- Advanced Diploma Health and Social Care 2002
Continued Professional Development
- Seichem Healing 2024 level 1&2
- Mental Health and Diet workshop with a Nutritionist - 2022
- Bach Flower Remedy Course Distinction - 2022
- Reiki Master - 2014
Your safety is my priority. I am a BACP Counsellor with a current enhanced DBS, ensuring a secure and confidential therapeutic environment along with my ongoing clinical supervision, demonstrate my dedication to professional excellence.
