Autism – The Autistic Counsellor

Qualified, but still studying

So, I’m a qualified counsellor. In the UK, where the term “counsellor” is not yet a protected title, it is considered that anyone who has a qualification at level 4 and above is suitably qualified to provide mental health therapy to those who need it. I’m at level 5 and am currently studying level 6Continue reading “Qualified, but still studying”

First assignment feedback

Sorry I’ve been so quiet lately, I’ve had a lot going on. So I submitted my first assignment in December and got the feedback in the middle of January. I passed! is the first thing. We needed 40% to pass & were told students usually start low & gradually get better marks so I aimedContinue reading “First assignment feedback”

I’ve started studying…

So, I started a month ago but as its part time I’ve only actually done 4 days. My class is great & my lecturer is a fantastic person with years of experience. Of course, that was only month 1. Things will look rosey to start with, won’t they? For the first 2 days our 2Continue reading “I’ve started studying…”

Student finance & imposter syndrome

So, I had my interview a few weeks ago now. Maybe almost a month ago. I was told the same day that I had been offered a place on the foundation degree course but I have been putting off applying for student finance. I guess I didn’t believe I got in. I thought I couldn’tContinue reading “Student finance & imposter syndrome”

I was accepted to the Foundation Degree 🥴

So, I had my interview for a place on the foundation degree in counselling & I’ve been offered a place! My autistic personality really shone through & I really thought that I’d talked myself out of a place but to my surprise the interviewers said they appreciated my honesty. I’ve started reading books by theContinue reading “I was accepted to the Foundation Degree 🥴”