Hello, and thank you for visiting.
I’m a Person-Centred Counsellor offering professional counselling and therapy to support your emotional wellbeing and mental health. My approach is built on genuine care, empathy, and respect for your individual experiences and pace.
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I offer Online Counselling Across the UK, as well as in-person sessions in the New Forest, Southampton, and Eastleigh areas. Wherever you are, you’ll find a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about whatever feels important to you. You lead the way — choosing what to explore and when. My role is to listen with warmth and understanding, helping you find clarity, meaning, and connection within yourself.
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Life can sometimes feel overwhelming or confusing. You might be facing challenges such as grief, loss, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, or simply a sense that something isn’t right. Whatever you’re experiencing, you don’t have to face it alone. Talking with a qualified counsellor can help you make sense of your feelings, ease emotional distress, and discover a renewed sense of balance and hope.
Through person-centred counselling, I aim to support you in reconnecting with your inner strength and developing greater self-awareness and resilience. Together, we’ll create a space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely, at your own pace, and begin to move toward healing and personal growth.
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If you’d like to learn more or arrange an initial session, please get in touch. Whether online or in person in the New Forest, Southampton, or Eastleigh, I’d be honoured to walk alongside you as you take this step toward understanding and change.
Darren Boyce-Smith, DipHE Couns, MBACP
Professional Standards and Qualifications
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As a qualified Person-Centred Counsellor, I’m committed to offering Counselling that is ethical, compassionate, and grounded in professional integrity. I believe that creating a trusting and respectful relationship is at the heart of effective therapy. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and work in accordance with their Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions. This means I follow strict guidelines around confidentiality, professional boundaries, and ongoing personal development to ensure that I offer you the best possible care and support.
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My Training and Background
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Diploma of Higher Education in Humanistic Counselling
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Ongoing professional development in areas such as grief, trauma, anxiety, and self-esteem
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Certified Counsellor in Online and Telephone Counselling
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Regular clinical supervision to maintain ethical and reflective practice
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Enhanced DBS check
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Fully insured to practice as a Counsellor in the UK
My Approach to Professional Growth
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Counselling is a continuous learning journey — both personally and professionally. I regularly attend training and workshops to deepen my knowledge and stay up to date with best practices in therapy and mental health.
My aim is always to provide a welcoming, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can feel supported, respected, and empowered to explore your own path toward healing and self-understanding.
Offering online Counselling across the UK, and in-person sessions in the New Forest, Southampton, and Eastleigh.
