Therapies offered
My approach to therapy is founded on person-centred principles, placing the therapeutic relationship at its core. This means that your well-being and comfort are paramount, creating a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.
I draw from a diverse range of therapeutic frameworks and evidence-based therapy models, tailoring my approach to your individual needs and preferences. This personalised approach ensures that the therapy is uniquely suited to your specific challenges and goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): This is a structured and highly effective approach that focuses on identifying and challenging unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. By working together to reframe negative thinking and become aware of and change maladaptive behaviours, CBT helps you develop healthier coping strategies and attain lasting emotional well-being. CBT has a large scientific evidence base and is proven highly effective for depression and anxiety disorders, and is the main approach recommended by NICE (National Institute of Clinical Excellence).
Third Wave Approaches: I utilise third-wave approaches such as Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) within my practice. CFT is about creating self-compassion, reducing reducing self-criticism and fostering a greater sense of self-worth. ACT encourages mindfulness and acceptance of your thoughts and feelings, empowering you to live in alignment with your values and build emotional resilience.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): I use Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) to a great extent in my practice. This transformative approach is particularly valuable for trauma treatment and can lead to profound healing by addressing and reprocessing past traumatic experiences. It can also be a fast and effective treatment for other issues, including depression, self-esteem, anxiety disorders and relational problems. Often using EMDR in combination with CBT or as an alternative, if CBT treatment has already been attempted, can have a great impact.
Alongside the therapeutic frameworks of CBT and EMDR, I use attachment theory and schema therapy concepts and strategies in my practice. These approaches are particularly valuable when working with relational issues and addressing long-standing maladaptive patterns in an individual's life.
My integrated approach ensures that your therapy is a carefully tailored journey to help you achieve emotional balance, resilience, and personal growth. Together, we will work towards building a deeper understanding of yourself, resolve maladaptive emotional patterns and develop tools to enable you to overcome life's challenges.
