Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy based in Sherborne, Online, Telephone and face to face
Rebecca Miles
Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Rebecca (Becky) is the owner and founder of The Sherborne Practice, having established the practice in 2023 as a sole practitioner, her drive and passion for mental health services has built The Sherborne Practice into a well renowned and respected clinical service, now with a strong team of Associates bringing additional skills and expertise.
Becky will be your first point of contact, using her clinical skills to assess and allocate each client with the therapist most suited to their needs. Happy to answer questions and reassure with empathy and
compassion.
Becky is an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, qualified in a range of theoretical approaches from psychodynamic, CBT, Transactional Analysis, person centred, existential, plus others. She works to match her approach to your needs. Some of her areas of specialism include relationships, neurodiversity and children and young people.
Alongside The Sherborne Practice, Becky is a Trustee and Director for Mind in Somerset and sits on one of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Governance Committees.
Having worked in several areas of mental health support including charities and education and specifically working with special educational needs and neurodiversity. This mix of experiences helps her to understand different perspectives and provide better support to her clients.
Outside of work, Becky enjoys renovating her old farmhouse and amateur photography. Activities that remind her of the importance of creativity and balance in life.
“My goal is to provide a warm, accepting space where you can be yourself. I work with adults, young people, and children, helping them through various life challenges.”
Qualifications, Training & Professional memberships
- Foundation Degree in Integrative Counselling, University of Worcester, accredited by the BACP
- Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
- Accredited registrant of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society
- APT (Association of Psychological Therapies) Level 2 & 3 Supervision.
- Member of the Sherborne Chamber of Commerce
- Governance Committee member- BACP
- Trustee and Director Mind in Somerset
- ASSIST suicide prevention trained
- Trained in working with children and young people
- Specialist training to work with pregnancy loss.
- Experience with neurodiversity and special educational needs
- Specialist training with CRUSE UK a national bereavement charity.
- Certified in various therapy approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic.
- Ongoing professional development in areas like anxiety management and trauma-informed practice
I'm committed to ongoing learning to ensure I can offer the best support to my clients. Whether you need short-term support or longer-term therapy, I'm here to help. Let's work together towards your wellbeing.
Associate Practitioners
Rebecca is supported by a wonderful team of highly qualified counsellors and psychotherapists, when you get in touch you will be matched with the professional who best meets your needs. Please see their details below...
Ren Griffiths
Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Ren qualified in 2004 with an 'Advanced Diploma in
Therapeutic Counselling’ with the Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB). She works with a broad range of approaches, including psychodynamic, person centred, CBT and systemic therapies. Ren has additional training in working with personality disorders, mental health first aid and a wealth of experience working within mental health services with a diverse and complex range of clients.
Her personal ‘style’ is creating a safe and trusting relationship with clients so experiences and feelings can be expressed without judgement. Her aim is to
help clients find a way of living life more comfortably with whatever they are bringing to a session. A key member of our team, Ren has worked for a number of years providing support for carers and their families, she is a therapist who truly cares, and her warmth and kind presence mean you can bring anything into the room with no judgement.
Outside work Ren loves being in nature, walking with her dogs and watching the seasons change. She enjoys singing, yoga and dipping in the sea all year. She has a keen interest in natural medicine and all things good for the soul.
Qualifications, Training & Professional memberships
- CPCAB Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling.
- The Dorset Carers Hub FAA level 3 award in supervising first aid for mental health.
- CPCAB Certificate in Therapeutic Counselling.
- CPCAB Certificate in Counselling Skills.
- The Training Exchange psychological Informed Responses to People with Personality Disorder Difficulties.
- Carers support services Rethink Mental Illness.
- Liaising with other healthcare professionals particularly the Community Mental Health Team.
- Delivering ‘Caring and Coping’ training to carers through Rethink, with modules including:
- Understanding Mental illness,
- What does mental illness feel like,
- What does it mean to be a Carer,
- Dealing with challenges,
Cristina Rebello
Person Centred Counsellor, CBT specialist
Cristina is a Person-Centred therapist having trained with the AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group. She is a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists and works with adults, children and young people, she has additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), online and phone counselling, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self-esteem, working with challenging behaviours, and creative art therapy. She has extensive experience working within school settings and in the mental health sector.
In her spare time Cristina finds joy in painting rocks and crafting beautiful frames from natural materials. She cherishes the simple pleasures in life, as they serve as a reminder of the peace and balance that can be found in everyday moments.
Cristina has a wonderful positive energy and is passionate about the work she does. She loves learning and gaining new skills, regularly adding to her training. Cristina can be found at the practice on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Qualifications, Training & Professional memberships
- Level 5 Diploma CBT Skills and Theory
- Level 4 Counselling Practice, Counselling and Psychotherapy
- Member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists
- Online and Telephone Counselling Certificate
- Self-harm and the role of education settings
- Specialist training with CRUSE UK a national bereavement charity.
- Working with young people
- First aid for youth mental health
- Trans awareness training
- Hearing voices training
- Online Course, Art Therapy
- Behaviour that Challenges, Counselling
- Children and Young People Mental Health, Counselling
- Level 3 Counselling Skills
- Level 2 Counselling Studies
Karen Kirton
Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor
Karen is a warm and empathic listener, her approach has a person centred base, meaning that she will be guided by her clients and will adapt her techniques to suit your needs.
An experienced practitioner who has worked both in schools and for mental health charities, Karen brings a wealth of experience to the Sherborne Practice team.
Specialising in working with adults and young people, Karen offers an inclusive space to support clients working through various difficulties ranging from anxiety, neurodiversity, sexuality, bereavement and low self-esteem.
Karen is a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, and has a strong network of professional contacts.
An avid learner, Karen regularly undertakes professional development with some of her additional training including: Working with Young People, Counselling Autistic Clients, Anxiety Disorders, Attachment Theory and Applying Attachment Theory in Counselling.
In her spare time Karen enjoys year-round sea swimming, yoga, countryside hikes and curling up with a good book.
Qualifications, Training & Professional memberships
- CPCAB Level 5 Certificate in Counselling Young People
- AIM Award Level 4 Diploma in Counselling Practice (inc. Counselling Children and Young People)
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Children and Young People’s Mental Health
- Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
- Excellence within Counselling Award 2024 – Yeovil College University Centre
- Level 2 Award in First Aid for Youth
- Mental Health (Orange Button Holder).
- Safeguarding Children Awareness Training
- Trans Awareness Training
- Trauma Informed Schools Webinar
- Prevent Awareness Course
- Specialist training with CRUSE UK a national bereavement charity.
