Psychotherapy is a means of exploring oneself - both for personal development and also to resolve personal, emotional and psychological difficulties. It can be undertaken in 'short-term' or 'long-term' formats and the period of time is discussed during the first meetings and at other times throughout the therapy.
Therapy is like a very focused conversation - you would talk to me about your difficulties, how you understand them and how they relate to your life in general. Sometimes it is a bit upsetting to think so clearly about the problems you have, but it also brings relief. The part I play is to listen intently, to understand the difficulties you have now and how they came about. This will allow us to consider together how you might tackle these difficulties effectively so that you can move forward more happily.
Psychotherapy has been proven to be helpful with a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, family and relationship difficulties, work related stress and sexuality and sexual issues.
You might have read a lot about different approaches to psychotherapy and how they are useful for different problems. As an integrative practitioner, my approach to psychotherapy is influenced by existential, psychodynamic and cognitive approaches.Qualifications & Training
I am qualified as both a psychologist (since 1994) and a psychotherapist (since 1996).
Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Registered Integrative Psychotherapist.
United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP).
Foundation member of the BPS register for Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy.Experience
I worked in the NHS for more than a decade and was Consultant Psychologist in Psychotherapy. I have experience of working with a range of emotional and psychological difficulties and with men and women from a wide range of backgrounds. My work is always informed by attention to such factors as cultural background, disability and sexual orientation. As an integrative practitioner, my approach to psychotherapy is influenced by existential, psychodynamic and cognitive theories.Fees
£90 Standard fees.
£65 Some places for self funding.
£50 Limited number of spaces for psychotherapy training.
Session fees should be paid at the end of the sessions. I am able to accept cash or cheque. Unfortunately, I am unable to offer credit card facilities or internet banking.
Private Insurance: as I am registered with several healthcare insurance companies (including PruHealth, AXA-PPP and BUPA) you will be able to reclaim the fees from your company (within the limits of your specific policy).
Some private healthcare insurance companies require a referral from a psychiatrist or from the company itself before the company will process your claim to cover the fees.
Please ensure that you clarify any stipulations with your company as soon as possible.
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