Narrative Counselling in Cobham

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Erica Maloney
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cobham KT11  (Online Only)
I draw on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Systemic approaches, particularly Narrative therapy.
My name is Erica, and I am a clinical psychologist offering private therapy with Collective Psychology Clinic alongside my work in the NHS. I have worked with children, young people and adults of all ages with a range of mental health experiences. The focus of my practice is to be creative and collaborative, taking an integrative approach and tailoring therapy to individual interests and values. My approach is centred on building trust and relational safety from where we can develop a shared understanding of any difficulties and acknowledging that people are experts in their own lives.
I draw on evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Systemic approaches, particularly Narrative therapy.
My name is Erica, and I am a clinical psychologist offering private therapy with Collective Psychology Clinic alongside my work in the NHS. I have worked with children, young people and adults of all ages with a range of mental health experiences. The focus of my practice is to be creative and collaborative, taking an integrative approach and tailoring therapy to individual interests and values. My approach is centred on building trust and relational safety from where we can develop a shared understanding of any difficulties and acknowledging that people are experts in their own lives.
01932 629942 View 01932 629942
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Barbara Cashman
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Cobham KT11
If you are having difficulties in your relationship with your partner or your family, if you are at a crossroad where you need to reassess your present and your preferred future, do not hesitate to contact me. I have more than 14 years experience in Relationship counselling, I offer a warm friendly and confidential approach face to face or online. Counselling in French available
If you are having difficulties in your relationship with your partner or your family, if you are at a crossroad where you need to reassess your present and your preferred future, do not hesitate to contact me. I have more than 14 years experience in Relationship counselling, I offer a warm friendly and confidential approach face to face or online. Counselling in French available
01474 555714 View 01474 555714
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Dr Peter Neil
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cobham KT11
Seeking psychological support can be a daunting task. That search for support is often undertaken when something has happened and we feel overwhelmed. Sometimes difficult memories or experiences become more troubling. Sometimes life feels tougher than we expect it to be. For me, therapy is a space that has to feel safe, supportive and helpful. It has to focus on things that are important for you. That should be supported by a professional who is flexible in what can best help you, right now.
Seeking psychological support can be a daunting task. That search for support is often undertaken when something has happened and we feel overwhelmed. Sometimes difficult memories or experiences become more troubling. Sometimes life feels tougher than we expect it to be. For me, therapy is a space that has to feel safe, supportive and helpful. It has to focus on things that are important for you. That should be supported by a professional who is flexible in what can best help you, right now.
01732 617467 View 01732 617467
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The Spectrum Clinic
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Cobham KT11
The Spectrum Clinic has been established to provide a person-centred approach to assess for Autism and ADHD without compromising on quality and reliability of our assessments. Our patients are at the centre of what we do and every assessment starts with hearing about their journey. We use the gold standard tools for our assessments and follow the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines when offering our services. This means that our assessments are evidence-based and that our clinicians adhere to the highest standards of practice set in the UK.
The Spectrum Clinic has been established to provide a person-centred approach to assess for Autism and ADHD without compromising on quality and reliability of our assessments. Our patients are at the centre of what we do and every assessment starts with hearing about their journey. We use the gold standard tools for our assessments and follow the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines when offering our services. This means that our assessments are evidence-based and that our clinicians adhere to the highest standards of practice set in the UK.
020 3667 9039 View 020 3667 9039
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Tracy Foster
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Cobham KT11
Are you coping with anxiety, relationship issues, life changes, loss, depression, stress, change, low self-esteem or perhaps you are just not feeling as you'd like? Life can be hard and managing feelings or situations can sometimes be overwhelming. Whatever you are faced with, I’m here to support you. I work with adults and teenagers whenever they need support.
Are you coping with anxiety, relationship issues, life changes, loss, depression, stress, change, low self-esteem or perhaps you are just not feeling as you'd like? Life can be hard and managing feelings or situations can sometimes be overwhelming. Whatever you are faced with, I’m here to support you. I work with adults and teenagers whenever they need support.
01372 235947 View 01372 235947
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Sarah Porter
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cobham KT11
I am aware that looking for and starting counselling can be challenging, often at a time when you may be feeling overwhelmed, making it hard to reach out. My aim is to offer a safe and supportive environment, providing you with a non-judgemental space so you can feel truly heard and understood. Within this safe space you will be able to explore past or present concerns that may be causing conflict within yourself and impacting on your psychological well being. Counselling can give you the emotional support to explore your life events and feelings. This support will allow you to gain understanding empowering choice.
I am aware that looking for and starting counselling can be challenging, often at a time when you may be feeling overwhelmed, making it hard to reach out. My aim is to offer a safe and supportive environment, providing you with a non-judgemental space so you can feel truly heard and understood. Within this safe space you will be able to explore past or present concerns that may be causing conflict within yourself and impacting on your psychological well being. Counselling can give you the emotional support to explore your life events and feelings. This support will allow you to gain understanding empowering choice.
01372 236066 View 01372 236066
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Angela Browne
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cobham KT11
Transform your life and navigate life's challenges with the support of a caring ally who is committed to your well-being. MindfulTransformation. Together we can create a space to explore your needs in a way that feels right for you. Therapy allows us to make sense of our feelings, behaviours and daily challenges, so we can overcome them with confidence and understanding. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues with partners, friends, our careers and most importantly with ourselves, are all important challenges we face in our lives. Navigating them is not always easy. I can help you with this and more.
Transform your life and navigate life's challenges with the support of a caring ally who is committed to your well-being. MindfulTransformation. Together we can create a space to explore your needs in a way that feels right for you. Therapy allows us to make sense of our feelings, behaviours and daily challenges, so we can overcome them with confidence and understanding. Anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues with partners, friends, our careers and most importantly with ourselves, are all important challenges we face in our lives. Navigating them is not always easy. I can help you with this and more.
01372 233780 View 01372 233780
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Josephine Bird
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Cobham KT11
We all struggle with life at times. situations and people can challenge us and the feeling of being alone or not knowing where to turn can be overwhelming.When you can no longer see joy in the world maybe you need some help finding yourself again. I will help you lift that heavy weight that is keeping you down. If anxiety is affecting your life we can explore the triggers and find ways to alleviate the symptoms and bring control back to your life.  This will improve sleep and allow you to access the world fully again.
We all struggle with life at times. situations and people can challenge us and the feeling of being alone or not knowing where to turn can be overwhelming.When you can no longer see joy in the world maybe you need some help finding yourself again. I will help you lift that heavy weight that is keeping you down. If anxiety is affecting your life we can explore the triggers and find ways to alleviate the symptoms and bring control back to your life.  This will improve sleep and allow you to access the world fully again.
01306 775129 View 01306 775129
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Evelyn Gaunt
Verified Verified
Cobham KT11
I provide a safe space for Talking Therapy and EMDR Therapy sessions. EMDR Therapy can be helpful for PTSD and Trauma, whether a one off incident or chronic trauma such as childhood abuse or neglect and many other mental health presentations, such as body dysmorphia, grief, self-esteem, chronic pain, anxiety, sexual assault, childhood neglect, domestic abuse and more. Many of these presentations can leave you feeling isolated, frustrated and helpless, by processing these via bilateral stimulation to a resolution, life can become more manageable and less triggering, allowing you to achieve your goals.
I provide a safe space for Talking Therapy and EMDR Therapy sessions. EMDR Therapy can be helpful for PTSD and Trauma, whether a one off incident or chronic trauma such as childhood abuse or neglect and many other mental health presentations, such as body dysmorphia, grief, self-esteem, chronic pain, anxiety, sexual assault, childhood neglect, domestic abuse and more. Many of these presentations can leave you feeling isolated, frustrated and helpless, by processing these via bilateral stimulation to a resolution, life can become more manageable and less triggering, allowing you to achieve your goals.
01483 694867 View 01483 694867
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Heather Dyson
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cobham KT11
There are many reasons why individuals choose to access therapy and it can be a daunting, sometimes painful, step. Please be assured that, with over a decade of experience, I offer an even-handed yet supportive approach in a safe, confidential setting. If you are feeling disconnected from yourself and those around you, are struggling to manage feelings of anxiety, are managing your distress through strategies such as alcohol, illegal substances, or self-harming behaviours, have experienced a trauma, or witnessed a traumatic event, I can help.
There are many reasons why individuals choose to access therapy and it can be a daunting, sometimes painful, step. Please be assured that, with over a decade of experience, I offer an even-handed yet supportive approach in a safe, confidential setting. If you are feeling disconnected from yourself and those around you, are struggling to manage feelings of anxiety, are managing your distress through strategies such as alcohol, illegal substances, or self-harming behaviours, have experienced a trauma, or witnessed a traumatic event, I can help.
01483 948016 View 01483 948016

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Amber Johnston
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU1
Hi there! I am Amber, the Director of Healthy Mind Psychology. We aim to be a different type of practice. Our focus includes work with those people trying to cope with all the stresses and strains of unprecedented times upon us. But many struggle with issues outside of the normal narrative of mental health, or physical health too. Our practice aims to explain the stress response (whether that be from overdue bills, a critical family system, a harsh workplace, current or previous traumas, or a host of other things!) and the science behind how the mind/body interact to create physical symptoms, emotional distress, or bad habits!
Hi there! I am Amber, the Director of Healthy Mind Psychology. We aim to be a different type of practice. Our focus includes work with those people trying to cope with all the stresses and strains of unprecedented times upon us. But many struggle with issues outside of the normal narrative of mental health, or physical health too. Our practice aims to explain the stress response (whether that be from overdue bills, a critical family system, a harsh workplace, current or previous traumas, or a host of other things!) and the science behind how the mind/body interact to create physical symptoms, emotional distress, or bad habits!
0118 207 2661 View 0118 207 2661
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Corvus Psychological and Coaching Services
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Virginia Water GU25  (Online Only)
Corvus can offer a range of therapeutic approaches based on your needs, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and narrative and story based approaches.
We have particular interests in work around emotional management, attachment and reducing barriers to change. We have a specialism in working with people around creativity - whether you wish to use creative approaches to reach your goals or are a creative seeking a therapist who understands your work and can help you to use your creativity to achieve the outcomes you want, we would love to hear from you. We welcome clients from all walks of life. Please note that at present, all sessions are via telephone or videocall. Discount offered for public, arts and martime sector workers.
Corvus can offer a range of therapeutic approaches based on your needs, including Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and narrative and story based approaches.
We have particular interests in work around emotional management, attachment and reducing barriers to change. We have a specialism in working with people around creativity - whether you wish to use creative approaches to reach your goals or are a creative seeking a therapist who understands your work and can help you to use your creativity to achieve the outcomes you want, we would love to hear from you. We welcome clients from all walks of life. Please note that at present, all sessions are via telephone or videocall. Discount offered for public, arts and martime sector workers.
0121 387 3589 View 0121 387 3589
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Dr Reena Amin
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Banstead SM7
Dr Amin has specialist training and skills in various therapeutic approaches and is skilled in delivering psychological interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Exposure Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy.
Dr Amin is an experienced Chartered Clinical Psychologist and an Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. In addition to her private practice, Dr Amin is currently working within the NHS with adults with complex and enduring mental health difficulties and works as a Lecturer and Clinical Tutor at University College London offering teaching, training and supervision. Dr Amin specialises in working with adult mental health and works with a range of difficulties such as trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, generalised anxiety, phobias, eating disorders and personality disorders.
Dr Amin has specialist training and skills in various therapeutic approaches and is skilled in delivering psychological interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Exposure Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy.
Dr Amin is an experienced Chartered Clinical Psychologist and an Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. In addition to her private practice, Dr Amin is currently working within the NHS with adults with complex and enduring mental health difficulties and works as a Lecturer and Clinical Tutor at University College London offering teaching, training and supervision. Dr Amin specialises in working with adult mental health and works with a range of difficulties such as trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic disorder, generalised anxiety, phobias, eating disorders and personality disorders.
020 8103 5986 View 020 8103 5986
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Dr Zara Hosany
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Kingston upon Thames KT2  (Online Only)
I use a variety of approaches in my work, which includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Systemic Family and Couple work, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), IPT-A, Solution-focussed, Psychodynamic, Play and Attachment based therapies.
Do you feel fed up and struggling to achieve your goals? Are you looking for movement and change? Would you like a therapist or supervisor who is understanding and able to help you progress forwards in the direction you would like to move in? I am Dr Zara Hosany, a Principal Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years experience working in mental health. I offer a range of interventions: individual work with adults, young people, parents, couples, family therapy; supervision for qualified professionals and trainees; coaching and mentoring, consultation work with organisations, and reflective spaces for groups.
I use a variety of approaches in my work, which includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Systemic Family and Couple work, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT), IPT-A, Solution-focussed, Psychodynamic, Play and Attachment based therapies.
Do you feel fed up and struggling to achieve your goals? Are you looking for movement and change? Would you like a therapist or supervisor who is understanding and able to help you progress forwards in the direction you would like to move in? I am Dr Zara Hosany, a Principal Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years experience working in mental health. I offer a range of interventions: individual work with adults, young people, parents, couples, family therapy; supervision for qualified professionals and trainees; coaching and mentoring, consultation work with organisations, and reflective spaces for groups.
01689 664642 View 01689 664642
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Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Leatherhead KT22  (Online Only)
Hello and Welcome, Life has indeed become complex. Many of us are now struggling with our mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings have risen to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a Master Degree and EMDR Accredited, I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues, undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life has indeed become complex. Many of us are now struggling with our mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings have risen to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a Master Degree and EMDR Accredited, I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues, undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
01895 545169 View 01895 545169
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Jayne Coates
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Kingston upon Thames KT2
Feeling low? Not sure why? Or maybe you know why but not sure what to do about it. Either way, I am here to help you work through this difficult time. It takes courage to reach out and ask for support so it is important to find a counsellor who you feel comfortable with. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space to help you reflect on your personal experiences, develop self-awareness and make the changes you are looking for, to obtain a more fulfilling life. Asking for support is not admitting you can't cope, it's about looking for ways to help you cope.
Feeling low? Not sure why? Or maybe you know why but not sure what to do about it. Either way, I am here to help you work through this difficult time. It takes courage to reach out and ask for support so it is important to find a counsellor who you feel comfortable with. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space to help you reflect on your personal experiences, develop self-awareness and make the changes you are looking for, to obtain a more fulfilling life. Asking for support is not admitting you can't cope, it's about looking for ways to help you cope.
01372 235285 View 01372 235285
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Sarah French
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Richmond TW10  (Online Only)
My name is Sarah and I have over 20 years experience working as a Psychotherapist in the NHS and in private practice. I specialise in CBT, ACT, Compassion focused approaches and in EMDR. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), includes a range of talking therapies, all based on the idea that thoughts, feelings, what we do, and how our bodies feel, are all connected. If we change one of these we can alter all the others. When we’re low or upset, we often fall into patterns of thinking and responding which can worsen how we feel. CBT works to help us notice thinking styles or unhelpful things that we do so we can live better.
My name is Sarah and I have over 20 years experience working as a Psychotherapist in the NHS and in private practice. I specialise in CBT, ACT, Compassion focused approaches and in EMDR. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), includes a range of talking therapies, all based on the idea that thoughts, feelings, what we do, and how our bodies feel, are all connected. If we change one of these we can alter all the others. When we’re low or upset, we often fall into patterns of thinking and responding which can worsen how we feel. CBT works to help us notice thinking styles or unhelpful things that we do so we can live better.
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Dr Sohini Shah
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Sutton SM2
I am a fully qualified and registered Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working in the NHS. I specialise in working with children, adolescents and their families. I also work with young adults.
I am a fully qualified and registered Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience working in the NHS. I specialise in working with children, adolescents and their families. I also work with young adults.
01737 931014 View 01737 931014
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Vivienne Freda Cracknell
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Guildford GU1
My main aim in life has and always will be to help people find peace and joy in their lives. This can be very difficult to source when life today is so challenging. Whether it is financial worries, loss of a loved one, disability, illness, family issues, bullying, work pressure, trauma, (amongst others) all can induce stress, depression and anxiety. Besides a wealth of life experience, I have a degree in Integrative relationship counselling, which enables me to work in a way to suit each individual and their issues. We will work together at your pace to find a healing path.
My main aim in life has and always will be to help people find peace and joy in their lives. This can be very difficult to source when life today is so challenging. Whether it is financial worries, loss of a loved one, disability, illness, family issues, bullying, work pressure, trauma, (amongst others) all can induce stress, depression and anxiety. Besides a wealth of life experience, I have a degree in Integrative relationship counselling, which enables me to work in a way to suit each individual and their issues. We will work together at your pace to find a healing path.
01483 924540 View 01483 924540
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Tricia Slater
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Guildford GU1
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile. I'm Tricia I'm a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and I'm currently training to be a Couple's Counsellor. I have a particular interest in working with clients who are having problems in their relationships. Do you struggle to set boundaries in your relationships? Are you a people pleaser who avoids conflict at all costs? I help clients get to a place where they can start setting boundaries and expressing their needs in an assertive and effective way. I support clients to explore where their difficulties with conflict come from, and how to manage difficult conversations and situations.
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile. I'm Tricia I'm a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor and I'm currently training to be a Couple's Counsellor. I have a particular interest in working with clients who are having problems in their relationships. Do you struggle to set boundaries in your relationships? Are you a people pleaser who avoids conflict at all costs? I help clients get to a place where they can start setting boundaries and expressing their needs in an assertive and effective way. I support clients to explore where their difficulties with conflict come from, and how to manage difficult conversations and situations.
01483 967485 View 01483 967485

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Narrative Counsellors

Is narrative therapy evidence-based?

Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioural therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.

How long does narrative therapy last?

Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.

Does narrative therapy work?

Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds — perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.

What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?

Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.