Who Are Essence…?
Ashley Fletcher: Dip. Couns. Accred. MBACP
Ashley has spent 20 years working in the NHS and Voluntary Sector managing community based services, particularly with gay and lesbian communities, refugees and asylum seekers and with people living with HIV He is a writer on the Person Centred approach, has been community trainer for 20 years and a qualified practicing psychotherapist since 2003, and is a Member of the Directory of Pink Therapists.
Wendy J Colburn: Dip. Couns. MBACP
Wendy has fifteen year’s experience of working with vulnerable people one to one, in workshop and group settings and telephone crisis support. She has practiced as a counsellor for five years, and continues to specialize in working with clients who live with HIV. With a rich background in publishing, art and music, she brings creativity and a wide perspective to her therapeutic approach.
James Harper: Dip. Couns. MBACP
James has been a practising counsellor for 5 years with a wide range of experience in a variety of settings. He has experience in working with HIV, depression, abuse, relationship issues, and personal growth. He has worked in the HIV and care sectors prior to working in the voluntary sector, and is currently the manager of a voluntary sector counselling service.