Dr Angie Boyle
Introduction
Hello. My name is Dr Angie Boyle. I have worked for over 30 years supporting people as an advocate and support worker, therapist, trainer and educator. I am passionate about supporting those who have been disadvantaged by society and personal circumstances.
More recently I completed my PhD in Sociology. My research involved adults who experienced severe and enduring trauma in childhood. Listening to their lived experiences of how they looked back at different stages of their recovery process evolved into a framework which promotes recovery through reflection.
My research offers a message of hope. Recovery from trauma is possible but it does require a safe and supported therapeutic space in which you can be held to reflect, process and redefine your experiences of trauma and abuse.
As a trained person-centred therapist my research builds upon my experience of working with victim-survivors of domestic abuse in frontline services.
Please contact me to discuss how I can help you or your organisation.
Qualifications, Professional Membership and Training
Certificate in Counselling (Carlisle College)
Pg. Dip in Counselling (University of Cumbria)
Pg. Dip in Social and Environmental Studies (University of Winchester)
BSc in Sociology (University of East London)
M.A. in Education (University of Cumbria)
PhD in Sociology - Adults Who Grew Up Experiencing Domestic Abuse (University of Cumbria)
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Member British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP)
Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) training (SafeLives)
Respect Young People's Programme (Respect)
Action for Blind- Visual Awareness (Cumbria Learning Links)
British Sign Language Level 1 (Carlisle College)
Adult Substance Misuse - CADAS
Multi-agency Risk Assessment (MARAC) training (SafeLives)
Working with Groups in DV (Safelives)
Safeguarding and Child Protection Basic Awareness (Cumbria LSCB)
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (Cumbria Social Services)
Train the Trainers DV (Leeds Interagency Partnership)
Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (Lakes College/UCLAN)
Prevent Training (University of Cumbria)
Services Offered
Training and Consultancy
Personal and Professional Development
Training and Consultancy
Please contact me to discuss any training or consultancy issues you may have. The Framework for Redefining the Past was developed from research with adults who grew up living with domestic abuse (Click on the link above for my book chapter The Journey Towards Recovery). The Framework details the five distinct stages as described by adult survivors of childhood domestic abuse and shows how childhood trauma and abuse can be overcome.
The Framework for Redefining the Past moves from trauma and its impact to redefining the past. Processing past trauma enables new perspectives and insight, leading to a more integrated and positive self to flourish.
Training on the Redefining the Past Framework and the findings of my research is available, please contact me to discuss.
Recent conferences and publications
Boyle, A. (2019) Adults who experienced domestic abuse as children in the UK: initial findings from a qualitative pilot study. In: 3rd European Conference on Domestic Violence, 1-4 September 2019, Oslo Congress Centre, Oslo, Norway. (Unpublished)
Boyle, A. (2023) Framework for Redefining the Past. In: 5th European Conference on Domestic Violence, 11-13 September 2023, University of Iceland, Reykjavik, Iceland. (Unpublished)
Boyle, A. (2023) The Journey Towards Recovery: Adults Reflections on Their Learning and Recovery from Experiencing Childhood Domestic Abuse in Children and Adolescent’s Experiences of Violence and Abuse at Home. Taylor, J., and Bates, E.A, (Eds). Routledge: London. Pp.119-130
Blue Lotus Therapy
Personal and Professional Development
Training and Consultancy
I believe in a holistic approach to self-care. Using an integrated technique I draw upon my experience as a person-centred therapist, use of mindfulness and meditation tools.
I work online using Zoom and as I believe it fundamentally important that we feel we are a good fit, I offer a free 20 mins initial consultation. If you decide to work with me we will meet weekly for the first 4 sessions as it important to build momentum.
Sessions last for an hour and cost £50. Payment is required prior to each of the first 4 appointments.
I work in a non-judgemental person-centred tradition but also draw upon my experience across different traditions including the use of mantras and chanting, contemplative meditation, gratitude and prayer work, breathwork and qi gong. Together we will explore what techniques and practices can bring about balance and joy in your own life. I hold a safe therapeutic space for you to work through whatever difficulties and issues in your journey of growth and self-discovery.
I look forward to working with you.
Personal and Professional Development
Personal and Professional Development
Personal and Professional Development
A range of personal and professional development services are offered.
These include academic skills such as:
Referencing
Research skills
Transistioning to university from school
Dissertation supervision
Critical reflection
Organisation and planning tasks
Mentoring
Meditation and relaxation work
Goal setting
Please contact me to discuss your needs