Emily at Turquoise Counselling Collective Canterbury

Emily at Turquoise Counselling Collective Canterbury

About Emily Russell

Emily Russell is a warm, empathetic, and highly experienced integrative therapeutic counsellor based in Canterbury. She brings a creative background, combining her expertise in Fine Art, education, and care work to offer a unique and tailored counselling experience. Emily believes that counselling provides a safe, supportive space where individuals can explore their challenges, foster self-awareness, and create meaningful positive change in their lives.

As a fully qualified counsellor and registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), Emily regularly engages in clinical supervision and ongoing professional development to maintain the highest standards of practice. She offers both short-term and longer-term therapy, ensuring that sessions progress at a pace comfortable to each client. Her integrative approach draws on person-centred theory alongside intersubjective psychology, attachment theory, transactional analysis, and gestalt psychotherapy.

Services

Emily provides bespoke counselling services that are client-led, meaning she works closely with you to focus on the issues you feel most compelled to address. She caters to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, tailoring her practice to meet diverse needs. This may include using creative or kinaesthetic techniques and adapting communication methods for inclusivity.

Her experience covers a wide range of issues, including:

• Anxiety and depression

• Trauma and low self-esteem

• Personal identity and cultural challenges

• Relationship difficulties

• Employment and lifestyle concerns

• Sexuality and self-exploration

Additionally, Emily has extensive experience counselling within Further and Higher Education, supporting both young people and adult learners. She also offers workplace counselling and mentorship to trainee counsellors, alongside managing counselling services. She specialises in working with individuals on the autistic spectrum, their families, and carers. Her knowledge extends to counselling parents, including new and expecting mothers and fathers, educators, and professionals within creative industries who face unique personal and professional challenges.

Additional Information Emily at Turquoise Counselling

Emily usually works during weekdays and does not take appointments on weekends or bank holidays. However, she welcomes non-urgent messages by phone or email and responds promptly on the next working day. Confidentiality remains a cornerstone of her practice, with all sessions held within professional ethical boundaries.

Whether you seek to understand your experiences better, improve relationships, or boost your overall well-being, Emily offers a nurturing and non-judgemental environment to help you move forward with confidence and clarity.

For further information or to book a session, please contact Emily directly at emily@turquoisecounselling.co.uk or on 07885 288264.