Training & Qualifications

Training and Qualifications

B.A., PGCE, Dip (Couns), Member of ICEEFT

I am committed to the support that the Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy model provides me in my work with couples. However, I feel fortunate to be able to rely on the integrative Counselling model that I studied, namely Person-centred, Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, the Systemic model, and Mindfulness practices.

In 2021, I successfully completed Level One of the Internal Family Systems therapy training, and in 2022 I successfully completed Level Two of the Internal Family Systems therapy model for couples, which is known as ‘Intimacy from the Inside Out’ (IFIO).

in 2023, I successfully completed my training to be an Erotic Blueprint Sex Coach with Jaiya.

Here is a list of my training and qualifications:

2023: Awarded Certification as an Erotic Blueprint Sex Coach.

2022: Awarded Certification by the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy – Ottawa, Canada.

2022: I completed Level Two of the Internal Family Systems Therapy Training – which is known as ‘Intimacy from the Inside Out’.

2021: I completed Level One of the Internal Family Systems therapy.

2017: Core Skills 3 & 4 Advanced Training in Emotionally Focused Therapy – awarded by International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focussed Couples Therapy, Ottawa, Canada.

2017: Developing Skills in Couple Work International Summer School – awarded by the Tavistock Institute of Medical Psychology in London, United Kingdom.

2016: Core Skills 1 & 2 Advanced Training in Emotionally Focused Therapy – awarded by International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focussed Couples Therapy, Ottawa, Canada.

2015: Externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy – awarded by International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focussed Couples Therapy, Ottawa, Canada.

2016-14: Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling [Level IV] – awarded by ABC Awards and studied at Dartington Counselling and Psychotherapy Training Ltd in Dartington, Devon, United Kingdom.

2009-2010: Diploma in the Therapeutic and Educational Application of the Arts – awarded by the Institute for Arts & Therapy in Education, London, United Kingdom.

1998-1996: Certificate in Giving Guidance for Movement – awarded by Seminars in Movement Education, Amsterdam, Netherlands.

1989-1988: Post-Graduate Certificate in Education [P.G.C.E.] from Rolle College, Exmouth – awarded by Exeter University, United Kingdom.

1988-1985: Bachelor of Arts [B.A. (HONS)] in Drama – awarded by the University of Bristol, United Kingdom.

I have spent 38 years actively exploring Being Present in the Here and Now first within the traditions of Mindfulness [10 years] and Vajrayana [24 years now].

I have experienced a total of 13 years of personal therapy and three years of couples therapy.

For 11 years I have been giving talks under the theme of “How Love Works” both alone and in association with my friend and colleague Dr Roberta Bennett.

I regularly set aside time for my own continuing professional development, and I undertake extensive monthly supervision for both as an individual and in a group setting.

I am a Lifetime member of the International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy, ICEEFT. Please go to www.iceeft.com, click on “Find A Therapist” and search for me by entering my surname, “Jones”.

I am a member of the National Counselling Society