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"Between stimulus and response lies a space. In that space lies our freedom and power to choose a response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom"- Viktor Frankl.

approach

I am a qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, specialising in Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy (REBT). I am accredited by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. 

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I am passionate about offering a therapy service which is completely tailored to you. We are all so uniquely different and because of that there is not a one size fits all when it comes to therapy. My sessions will follow a CBT/REBT framework but I will also integrate other therapeutic approaches depending on your needs.

 

My approach is empathetic and warm. I can offer you a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative space to explore what is troubling you. When we first start working together we will agree on your therapeutic goals which will guide our work together. My aim is to help you gain a sense of control of how you are feeling and behaving by working through the following together:

1. Developing awareness-Through discussion we will explore your difficulties to help you understand how they have developed and what is maintaining them.

2. ABC Model-I will introduce you to a model to help you make sense of what you are feeling and how you are behaving. 

3. Create change- Using the model and other techniques we will work together to introduce alternative ways of thinking and responding to what is troubling you.

4. Equip you with various tools and techniques- These can be used to create some space between you and your thoughts and feelings so you can choose how you want to respond.  

5. Understanding the role of the Nervous System- Whilst cognitive work can be really helpful for people, it's only one part of the puzzle. In order to maintain psychological wellbeing we also need to understand the role of the nervous system and how to regulate it. 

background and EXPERIENCE

Before training as a therapist, I began my career in Television Production. I have experience with stress and burnout and understand the challenges of balancing work with other demanding commitments.

I have a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from Goldsmiths, University of London and have completed 3 diplomas in CBT/REBT with the College of Cognitive Behavioural Therapies.

I currently work in private practice and have experience working with a range of issues, from common life issues, through to depression, anxiety, and trauma.

I am accredited with the NCPS and follow their standards of ethics and confidentiality and have regular supervision with an NCPS registered supervisor. 

ISSUES I OFTEN WORK WITH

  • Forms of anxiety: GAD (Generalised anxiety disorder), social anxiety, fears and phobias, performance anxiety.

  • Insomnia/sleep problems

  • Depression

  • Low self-worth

  • Shame

  • Relationship problems

  • Stress

 

There are a variety of reasons why people seek help. You may be experiencing one or more of the above or you may be going through a significant life change or feel stuck, generally unhappy and don't know how to move forward. Whatever the reason, and whether this is a recent problem or something you have been struggling with for a while, I can work with you to make sense of what you are experiencing and help you get clarity on what needs to change.

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