Client Reviews
Deirdre, Cambridge
“I was introduced to REAL Life Therapy by a friend, I was having personal difficulties in my marriage and had a series of sessions with Madeleine. Her approach was friendly and professional, and I always felt in control of my own thoughts, I was gently nudged to question and delve further into my thought processes. This ultimately allowed me to see my then dilemma clearly and begin to resolve and find a way forward. At a later point in my life, I lost my very dear brother, we were extremely close and losing him was overwhelming for me. I turned to Madeleine for help as I could not see my way through this loss. Once again, she steered me into accepting my grief, I cried a lot in the earlier sessions but gradually through a very sensitive approach I was able to talk about my brother and begin to celebrate our closeness and his life and indeed acknowledge how I had helped him through his death. As grief is an ongoing journey and one which never leaves you, Madeleine invited me to group meditation sessions which gave me an enormous amount of comfort. I would highly recommend REAL Life Therapy and Madeleine and know for certain that she gave me a key to begin to unlock some of my pain. I know that I can always return when I need to, and I am confident that it won't be starting all over again but a continuation of my journey”.
Bibi, Ely
“I joined Madeleine’s REAL Life Therapy Meditation Group in January 2017. It was one of the best things I ever did, and I still feel like I learn something new every session. Madeleine has a very calming sensitive manner and offers gentle guidance and coaching. Being part of this small, completely non-judgemental group of likeminded people has helped me realise where things might need to change (in my life and self) and how to start implementing these changes. I have also experienced mental, physical, and also spiritual benefits, as each group member brings different skills, experience and outlook to the group, which has provided great opportunities to learn and expand my horizons. Having tried and not really got on with Meditation in the past I am also very pleased that I now feel much more comfortable with it and I am managing to sit in meditation longer and longer and go deeper. I would strongly recommend a REAL Life Therapy Group to anyone!”
Charlotte, London
"Madeleine has been my coach for the last two years now and has completely transformed my life. Through her transpersonal approach, she’s helped me through overcome challenges and unlock a deeper level of self-awareness. She’s enabled me to reconnect with myself and contributed hugely to my personal growth. "Our sessions are extremely therapeutic and I always really look forward to them. I’m excited about continuing to work with Madeleine to explore new ways of thinking and to navigate life and it’s obstacles!"
Trish, Cambs
"What a relief to discover Madeleine and her therapy. I only had a few sessions but she helped me work through some deep rooted family issues and a period of bereavement. I particularly appreciate her value-based and heart-centred approach. I won't hesitate to go back when life throws the next raft of confusion my way, as it undoubtedly will! - Thank you Madeleine, you are amazing! "
Client, Cambridge
“Madeleine is a very approachable person that instantly put me at ease. Her counselling method is one of reflection. She asks the right questions to allow you to get down to the real issues driving the problems you face.
I've had a nervous breakdown, have depression and am recovering from a difficult relationship. Working with Madeleine I have been able to see my strengths and achievements for what they are and put the past behind me having dealt properly with events. Together we have found the right tools for me to feel strong, confident and sure of myself and to also be able to manage my depression properly. After I Initiated huge changes, Madeleine provided considered, thoughtful and effective guidance.
I would definitely recommend Real Life Therapy as a source of comfort, support, advice and real lasting help with issues big and small.”
Pauline, Ely
“After many years of helping and being there for everyone else in my life, the time was right to do something for me. I had no idea how to do this effectively. Whilst on Facebook I came across an advert for a self-awareness course which was starting up and to run for a year one session a month. I thought, why not give it a go I need to be in a better place.... unfortunately, some events happened, and I was unable to start. I sent a message to Madeleine who assured me that once all was ok I could join the group at any time. I could feel the warmth I was later to encounter personally just by this email. Madeleine and Rita through the sessions I have given me guidance and support to help me make the changes that I hope will last. In the beginning I was very wary of whether this was right for me and even doubted myself, but it didn’t take long to feel at ease and open to the therapy that Madeleine and Rita were offering. There have still been times where I have doubted myself and the benefits of the changes I am making but with individual support I was soon back on track but not with the perspective of where I should have been but the perspective of where I now chose to be. My outlook on myself and the situations I find myself in has changed so much for the better and I can now ‘choose to use’ the tools that were kindly gifted me for not only the benefit of myself but also to the benefit of others around me. Every day, I am finding time for myself to reflect and revive rather than just switching everything off and back on again and I am very proud of this.
Madeleine and Rita complement each other and give so much in and out of our sessions. Thank you”.