Roy Acland
About Roy Acland
Roy Acland is an IAPT Counsellor with extensive experience in providing mental health support. He has worked at Mind since 2014 and previously volunteered at The Heart of Kent Hospice, transitioning from a career in software engineering to focus on counselling.
Current Role at Mind
Roy Acland has been working as an IAPT Counsellor at Mind since 2014. In this role, he provides NHS funded counselling services through DGS Mind under the IAPT programme. His work focuses on supporting individuals in Dartford, Gravesham, and Swanley, utilizing his extensive training and experience to assist those in distress.
Previous Experience in Counselling
Prior to his current role, Roy Acland served as a Volunteer Counsellor at The Heart of Kent Hospice from 2012 to 2014. He also worked at Mind in various capacities, including as a Group Facilitator, Counsellor, and Centre Worker from 2009 to 2013. His cumulative experience in these roles has contributed to over 1000 hours of counselling practice.
Educational Background
Roy Acland studied at Queen Mary College, University of London, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. He also pursued further education in counselling, obtaining a Diploma in Integrative Counselling from Inter-Psyche and a Diploma in Hypnotherapy from Chrysalis. His foundational education includes GCE O levels and A levels in Pure Maths, Applied Maths, and Physics from Dartford Grammar School.
Transition to Counselling Career
In 2008, Roy Acland transitioned from a career in software engineering to focus on counselling. This shift was motivated by his desire to help people in distress, leading him to pursue formal training in counselling and hypnotherapy. His commitment to this new path has shaped his professional journey and dedication to mental health support.
Professional Accreditation
Roy Acland is a BACP Accredited Counsellor, which signifies that he meets recognized standards of proficiency and ethical practice in the field of counselling. This accreditation reflects his commitment to maintaining high standards in his professional practice and providing quality support to his clients.