My Piece Of Peace

THERAPY WITH DOMINIQUE FRATER

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Here to empower you on your journey to inner peace.

My name is Dominique Frater and I am a counsellor providing both short and long-term therapy to adults all across London, via telephone and Zoom.

My approach to counselling has been formed from my own experiences, I believe everyone has the capability to reach a place of peace and live a fulfilling life but to do so you must learn about yourself. This can be an uncomfortable process but one that I believe is worth it. My purpose is to support my clients on their journeys to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and to empower them to make the changes they want to align with the life and the person they want to be. I am passionate about enhancing others experience of life as I am of my own but with the awareness that these changes can only come from within.

I have worked with clients from all walks of life, seeking support with a variety of issues. As a fully-qualified counsellor I am a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, and abide by their code of ethics.

Free 30 minute consultations available upon request.

How can counselling help?

Life brings many challenges, and it is understandable that at times we might look for support in facing them. As a counsellor my role is to provide a safe space and walk alongside you on your journey to a better understanding of self; enabling you to grow and work towards achieving the goals that you set for yourself.


I offer a space to reflect on the difficulties that you are facing, with someone from outside your day-to-day life. Together we can explore your situation in a way that leads to fresh perspectives - and perhaps a new understanding. Counselling isn’t about giving you solutions or advice, but empowering you to make your own changes.


My approach to therapy is an integrative one, as not one method fits all. I believe that the client, counsellor relationship should be a non-judgmental space that is built upon trust, where the counsellor creates the right conditions to support the client in increasing their self-awareness.

Speak in Confidence

It is important for me that I create a safe space for my clients. Allowing clients to be transparent and work at a pace that suits them.

A problem shared...

Whatever the issue that you may be facing, it can feel overwhelming and too big to deal with. Therapy allows you to share the issue and work towards a resolution. In some cases that may be better management using different coping techniques.

Make better, healthier choices

Therapy allows you to gain a better understanding of your triggers and why you may react in certain situations. Together we can work towards healthier coping mechanisms and self awareness.

What issues can counselling help with?

People come to me for help a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling:

Stress & anxiety

Panic attacks

Relationship problems

Grief, loss or bereavement

Addiction

Trauma and post-traumatic stress

Abuse

Depression

Low confidence or self-esteem

Anger management

Issues relating to sexuality

Difficulties at work

Family conflict

What my clients say...

"Therapy isn’t something I’d seriously considered before, due to a previously bad experience with it. That, coupled with many other fears, led me to putting therapy out of sight and out of mind. Since starting my therapy with Dominique I can honestly say that I’m glad I’ve waited until now to do it. From the very first consultation phone call we had, I knew I’d be comfortable with her. Dominique has given consistent structure to our sessions which is important to me. She challenges the way I view things which is the input I need in order to grow, and she asks the right questions. I feel completely at ease during sessions and Im truly starting to feel the benefits of working with her. I leave the sessions feeling encouraged, self-empowered and looking forward to the next week."

T.U, 28

"With Dominique I am doing therapy for the first time and I couldn't have been more lucky about it. She is smiley, patient and always listens carefully, asking questions I might have not thought about, or giving me an alternative view. Her help has been very important for understanding better myself and my daily life challenges. It is easy to open up with Dominique, and she never makes you feel judged. She provides a safe space for opening up and time flies during the session. I feel good to have her on my side and on several challenging occasions I have paused thinking "what will Dominique advise me to do". I highly recommend work with her."

M.C, 33

"Dominique is extremely attentive and has an incredibly broad perspective. She not only listens but will challenge me which I feel has allowed me to grow. Dominique has a very calming and inviting aura which would make anyone feel comfortable. She shows empathy whilst maintaining her professional boundaries at all times."

B.J, 26

"Dominique listens with a non judgemental ear, she creates a space that allows me to feel safe in my vulnerability. She helps me to question my thinking and gently help me find solutions that guide me to my next steps. Dominique believed in me and now I believe in myself."

A.F, 32

My location


Currently, my piece of peace operates remotely via Zoom and telephone, with the hope to offer face to face sessions in the near future.

Please feel free to contact me to find out more about how online therapy works.

Fees & availability

Counselling sessions last 50 minutes, usually taking place on a weekly basis, and cost £50 per session. Evening sessions are available at an additional cost. I also provide a limited number of spaces for those who are eligible for a concessionary rate; contact me to enquire about availability. I also offer discounts for block bookings.

Please note that cancellations require 48 hours’ notice; otherwise you will still be liable to pay for the missed session. All payments to be made prior to the session via bank transfer.

Get in touch

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange a free consultation. This enables us to discuss your reasons for deciding to attend counselling and whether you feel I am the right therapist for you.


You can also call me on 07734210777 to book your free consultation.


All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between counselling and therapy?

Many therapists tend to view Counselling as ‘short-term’ work; when someone has a problem that can be looked at and discussed in a clearly-resolvable way. This work often requires undertaking sessions for a certain number of weeks, to explore, discover and clarify a way forward. Therapy is a word used more to describe ‘long-term’ work; discussion that tends towards substantial issues and things that might be life-changing on a deeper level.

Whether counselling or therapy work best as a short- or long-term option depends on the client though, and the difficulties they are facing. In some cases counselling can prove helpful as a continuing, longer-term option, or therapy can help resolve an issue in just a few sessions.

How long will I need to have counselling?

There’s no fixed or ideal length of time for the counselling process; it varies from person to person and will often depend on the depth of the issues they are facing. While I work on an open-ended basis with clients, I find it is helpful for us to review regularly so we can check in to see where you feel you are at. You are able to decide how long your therapy will last, and in return my aim is to make sure therapy continues for only as long as it is of benefit to you.

It really is dependent on what your needs are. Some people find that after only a very few sessions they have gained clarity and focus and are ready to end the therapy. Whilst others value the ongoing support and relationship and will continue to come for weeks, months, or even years. There is no 'one-size-fits-all' when it comes to therapy.

How long will I have to wait for an appointment?

My aim is to book in consultations within 24hrs of our first contact, once the consultation takes place and I have sent over the client contract it is entirely up to you when you decide to start therapy. For many clients it is about working around their availability.

However, first sessions are usually booked within a week of the free consultation.

Will everything I say be kept confidential?

Confidentiality is one of the main ways in which therapy differs from many other forms of helping - for example, talking to friends or family can rarely offer the same degree of confidentiality as talking to a counsellor. Because of this confidentiality, you will find that - as you get used to coming for therapy - you are freer to talk about whatever you wish to.


No therapist can offer 100% confidentiality: there are some situations where the law requires disclosure of risk (e.g. certain child protection issues) and in common with most other therapists, there are some situations where I may not be able to keep total confidentiality. In particular, if someone tells me that they are thinking of harming themselves in a way that I believe puts them at serious risk, or if someone tells me that they are doing something that could put others at risk, I may not be able to keep such information confidential. However, breaking confidentiality is rare, and only happens after talking to the client first, unless that is not possible.

Any concerns around confidentiality can be discussed further in the first session.

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