n this assignment I will look at how I would prepare for and set up a counselling practice. I will look at what are the essential requirements for a successful private practice and what will contribute to the quality of the service that will be provided.

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HEA 2074

Counselling Practise

Theoretical Assessment

Roy Spencer

12/12/2012

In this assignment I will look at how I would prepare for and set up a counselling practice. I will look at what are the essential requirements for a successful private practice and what will contribute to the quality of the service that will be provided.

My vision for practice is having the necessary systems in place so that I am available to practise counselling and be able to generate an adequate income for myself. I will accept a broad spectrum of client issues from stress and anxiety to depression and bereavement. I aim to provide a reduced rate service off peak with a standard charge during peak times. These charges will be based on the local norm. I have a three year plan in order to work toward BACP accreditation. My plan would include continuing to work as a support worker, offering my services as a counsellor on a voluntary basis to charitable organisations and dedicating time to see private clients. Working this way would allow me to build my private practice gradually while being able to support myself financially.

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