Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in Coulsdon
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I enhance traditional CBT with mindfulness-based CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), schema therapy and compassionate focussed therapy (CFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am a HCPC registered Psychologist , I am also a fully accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapy with the BABCP. I have over 13 years’ experience which includes working in both the private and public sector .I currently work in private practice providing short, medium- and long-term cognitive behavioural psychotherapy and EMDR. I treat a wide range of difficulties ranging from anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, low self-esteem, OCD, and PTSD. I also work with adolescents treating common mental health problems such as depression and anxiety and exam stress.
I enhance traditional CBT with mindfulness-based CBT, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), schema therapy and compassionate focussed therapy (CFT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am a HCPC registered Psychologist , I am also a fully accredited cognitive behavioural psychotherapy with the BABCP. I have over 13 years’ experience which includes working in both the private and public sector .I currently work in private practice providing short, medium- and long-term cognitive behavioural psychotherapy and EMDR. I treat a wide range of difficulties ranging from anxiety, depression, stress, insomnia, low self-esteem, OCD, and PTSD. I also work with adolescents treating common mental health problems such as depression and anxiety and exam stress.
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I hold an MSc, awarded with distinction, from Birkbeck University and have additional postgraduate certification as a mindfulness teacher.
As human beings we have natural, healthy needs, to feel seen, understood, valued, and included. When these needs go unmet, either in childhood or as adults it can cause deep psychological wounds, leading to a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and relational challenges. Change can be daunting even when wanted and needed, it can be difficult to make the step towards something new and unknown. Successful therapy acknowledges this and gently questions the, often unconscious, habits keeping us stuck. It opens up new possibilities and perspectives, empowering authentic and lasting change.
I hold an MSc, awarded with distinction, from Birkbeck University and have additional postgraduate certification as a mindfulness teacher.
As human beings we have natural, healthy needs, to feel seen, understood, valued, and included. When these needs go unmet, either in childhood or as adults it can cause deep psychological wounds, leading to a range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and relational challenges. Change can be daunting even when wanted and needed, it can be difficult to make the step towards something new and unknown. Successful therapy acknowledges this and gently questions the, often unconscious, habits keeping us stuck. It opens up new possibilities and perspectives, empowering authentic and lasting change.
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I am a qualified Psychotherapist with degrees in number of different therapeutic modalities and over 20 years experience in Family and Children Services and private practice. I use effective evidence-based techniques, practices and therapeutic skills to tailor-make my approach. I use active-directive psychotherapy that promotes change by helping clients to identify, confront, and change their self-defeating thoughts and beliefs. I have extensive experience working with attachment, Childhood trauma and family relationships and in the treatment of many mental and emotional disturbances.
I am a qualified Psychotherapist with degrees in number of different therapeutic modalities and over 20 years experience in Family and Children Services and private practice. I use effective evidence-based techniques, practices and therapeutic skills to tailor-make my approach. I use active-directive psychotherapy that promotes change by helping clients to identify, confront, and change their self-defeating thoughts and beliefs. I have extensive experience working with attachment, Childhood trauma and family relationships and in the treatment of many mental and emotional disturbances.
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Welcome, My name is Karen and I am a Therapeutic Counsellor and Therapeutic Life Coach. I offer counselling to children from 7 years old using a creative art and play. I can offer a place for you to feel heard and understood, without feeling judged or criticized. It can be the first step towards change and a more positive future. People may come to counselling or coaching because they feel stuck and cannot move forward. One of the aims of counselling or coaching is to explore aspects of ourselves that promote healing and recovery. I can work with you to enable you to have a better understanding of yourself and your relationships.
Welcome, My name is Karen and I am a Therapeutic Counsellor and Therapeutic Life Coach. I offer counselling to children from 7 years old using a creative art and play. I can offer a place for you to feel heard and understood, without feeling judged or criticized. It can be the first step towards change and a more positive future. People may come to counselling or coaching because they feel stuck and cannot move forward. One of the aims of counselling or coaching is to explore aspects of ourselves that promote healing and recovery. I can work with you to enable you to have a better understanding of yourself and your relationships.
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As a warm, approachable and skilled practitioner, I can help you to feel heard, gain understanding, build confidence and develop skills to help manage the difficulties you face. I am a highly experienced Psychologist and as such, am able to draw on a range of skills and evidenced-based, NICE recommended therapeutic approaches to best meet your needs.
As a warm, approachable and skilled practitioner, I can help you to feel heard, gain understanding, build confidence and develop skills to help manage the difficulties you face. I am a highly experienced Psychologist and as such, am able to draw on a range of skills and evidenced-based, NICE recommended therapeutic approaches to best meet your needs.
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We are a small friendly team of experienced Psychologists, CBT therapists and Counsellors based in Banstead, Surrey, who offer a wide range of treatments for many different ages (face to face and online). We value providing a kind and supportive experience, treating everyone with respect and goal oriented approach for anyone looking to improve their mental health and well-being. Our vision is to use our skills and professional training to effectively find solutions that are tailored to individual needs. We help clients to reflect on problems and learn strategies to make positive changes to their lives and relationships.
We are a small friendly team of experienced Psychologists, CBT therapists and Counsellors based in Banstead, Surrey, who offer a wide range of treatments for many different ages (face to face and online). We value providing a kind and supportive experience, treating everyone with respect and goal oriented approach for anyone looking to improve their mental health and well-being. Our vision is to use our skills and professional training to effectively find solutions that are tailored to individual needs. We help clients to reflect on problems and learn strategies to make positive changes to their lives and relationships.
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I am passionate about providing a place that is confidential and safe, in a non judgemental way. I am a qualified integrative counsellor. (Integrative means I use different approaches depending on what the client needs). I am a member of the BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists). I am also an accredited member of the Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. I can offer you the time and space to reflect on difficult feelings. I offer empathy and congruence. I am here to support you with whatever is troubling you, whether it be relationship problems. a traumatic even or bereavement, anxiety/depression.
I am passionate about providing a place that is confidential and safe, in a non judgemental way. I am a qualified integrative counsellor. (Integrative means I use different approaches depending on what the client needs). I am a member of the BACP (British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists). I am also an accredited member of the Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. I can offer you the time and space to reflect on difficult feelings. I offer empathy and congruence. I am here to support you with whatever is troubling you, whether it be relationship problems. a traumatic even or bereavement, anxiety/depression.
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I am certified and trained in CBT, EMDR, complex trauma, mindfulness, psychoanalysis, DBT.
As an integrative practitioner, I am engaging, insightful, curious, respectful, and able to design an individualised treatment that suits your needs. I practice CBT, EMDR, DBT, psychodynamic and integrative therapy. My 12-year clinical experience includes both the private mental health and the NHS, working both in individual and couples therapy. Previously, I had an executive corporate career at Microsoft UK and an MBA from INSEAD. I specialise in working with a spectrum of psychological issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, PTSD, low mood, low self-esteem, addiction, burnout, divorce and relationship issues.
I am certified and trained in CBT, EMDR, complex trauma, mindfulness, psychoanalysis, DBT.
As an integrative practitioner, I am engaging, insightful, curious, respectful, and able to design an individualised treatment that suits your needs. I practice CBT, EMDR, DBT, psychodynamic and integrative therapy. My 12-year clinical experience includes both the private mental health and the NHS, working both in individual and couples therapy. Previously, I had an executive corporate career at Microsoft UK and an MBA from INSEAD. I specialise in working with a spectrum of psychological issues including trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, OCD, PTSD, low mood, low self-esteem, addiction, burnout, divorce and relationship issues.
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Based on my work in the NHS, I use mindfulness for the treatment of anxiety and depression.
Many reasons can bring us to therapy whether they are temporary difficulties, long-term struggles or the desire for personal development. I offer a warm, non-judgmental and confidential space in which you can talk openly about any aspects of your life in a way which might not be possible with friends or family. I am here to listen and to work with you so that you can start to make sense of your feelings and create positive change in your life.
Based on my work in the NHS, I use mindfulness for the treatment of anxiety and depression.
Many reasons can bring us to therapy whether they are temporary difficulties, long-term struggles or the desire for personal development. I offer a warm, non-judgmental and confidential space in which you can talk openly about any aspects of your life in a way which might not be possible with friends or family. I am here to listen and to work with you so that you can start to make sense of your feelings and create positive change in your life.
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I am an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor working with individuals and couples at my Richmond and Weybridge practices. I draw from a range of approaches including CBT, mindfulness, existential psychotherapy and humanistic psychology. My aim is to tailor therapy to your individual needs and work with you to develop the most suitable approach.
I am an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor working with individuals and couples at my Richmond and Weybridge practices. I draw from a range of approaches including CBT, mindfulness, existential psychotherapy and humanistic psychology. My aim is to tailor therapy to your individual needs and work with you to develop the most suitable approach.
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I can tailor mindfulness, CBT, creative & nervous system/body-based approaches into our work.
I am BACP accredited & have 25 years’ experience of supporting people through life's difficulties, including many years doing so online. I am empathic, knowledgeable and consider it a real privilege to be a therapist. I will provide you a safe space- whatever issues have led you here, we can explore these together to understand them better, clarify what you want to see change & find the next steps to make those changes. I have worked with young people in care, families and with survivors of trauma and abuse so I am able to be alongside people in the messiness and distress of life and provide caring and skilful insight and support.
I can tailor mindfulness, CBT, creative & nervous system/body-based approaches into our work.
I am BACP accredited & have 25 years’ experience of supporting people through life's difficulties, including many years doing so online. I am empathic, knowledgeable and consider it a real privilege to be a therapist. I will provide you a safe space- whatever issues have led you here, we can explore these together to understand them better, clarify what you want to see change & find the next steps to make those changes. I have worked with young people in care, families and with survivors of trauma and abuse so I am able to be alongside people in the messiness and distress of life and provide caring and skilful insight and support.
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Hello and welcome! I'm Rebecca, a BABCP accredited psychotherapist with 10 years experience working in mental health, both in the NHS and privately. I offer a holistic integrative approach incorporating CBT, EMDR, CFT, ACT, mindfulness and grief work, this allows me to adapt my approach to your unique needs. I specialise in PTSD and traumatic bereavement, as well as working with issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, OCD, social or health anxiety and panic.
Hello and welcome! I'm Rebecca, a BABCP accredited psychotherapist with 10 years experience working in mental health, both in the NHS and privately. I offer a holistic integrative approach incorporating CBT, EMDR, CFT, ACT, mindfulness and grief work, this allows me to adapt my approach to your unique needs. I specialise in PTSD and traumatic bereavement, as well as working with issues such as depression, anxiety, low self esteem, OCD, social or health anxiety and panic.
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I primarily use Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with clients with a range of difficulties, including low mood, self-esteem issues, worry, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship issues, trauma, psychosis, schizophrenia, and bipolar affective disorder. I have a special interest in working with clients with anxiety-related difficulties, and self-esteem and self-confidence issues. I am experienced in working with clients in the corporate sector, and people in sport. I also have experience working with clients with Asperger’s Syndrome, and adapt therapy to meet the needs of my clients.
I primarily use Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience working with clients with a range of difficulties, including low mood, self-esteem issues, worry, anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, phobias, relationship issues, trauma, psychosis, schizophrenia, and bipolar affective disorder. I have a special interest in working with clients with anxiety-related difficulties, and self-esteem and self-confidence issues. I am experienced in working with clients in the corporate sector, and people in sport. I also have experience working with clients with Asperger’s Syndrome, and adapt therapy to meet the needs of my clients.
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You are unique and need to be understood in your own context! I work with people from all different backgrounds and with a diverse range of problems. In therapy, I support growth and a fuller self-expression through body awareness, creative experimentation, and the use of mindfulness techniques. Life throws many things at us which can knock us off our feet. Many of my clients have come to counselling feeling anxious, sad, frustrated, lonely, angry, depressed, feeling lost, experiencing relationship difficulties, or just really stuck and in each case, we have been able to work together to change those feelings.
You are unique and need to be understood in your own context! I work with people from all different backgrounds and with a diverse range of problems. In therapy, I support growth and a fuller self-expression through body awareness, creative experimentation, and the use of mindfulness techniques. Life throws many things at us which can knock us off our feet. Many of my clients have come to counselling feeling anxious, sad, frustrated, lonely, angry, depressed, feeling lost, experiencing relationship difficulties, or just really stuck and in each case, we have been able to work together to change those feelings.
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Dr Michael Eisen
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Kingston upon Thames KT1
If you are feeling stressed, low, or unsure about your direction in life, then perhaps I can help. My approach is rooted in mindfulness, but as a Clinical Psychologist I am trained in a range of therapies, and so can weave them together to produce the right therapy for you. Using mindfulness-based therapy you can learn to step back from your thoughts, stop struggling with your feelings, and live the life you want. I offer a free 30-minute initial consultation, so you can make sure that I am the right person to work with.
If you are feeling stressed, low, or unsure about your direction in life, then perhaps I can help. My approach is rooted in mindfulness, but as a Clinical Psychologist I am trained in a range of therapies, and so can weave them together to produce the right therapy for you. Using mindfulness-based therapy you can learn to step back from your thoughts, stop struggling with your feelings, and live the life you want. I offer a free 30-minute initial consultation, so you can make sure that I am the right person to work with.
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I use an integrated approach in my work, predominantly drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based approaches and CBT.
I am passionate about helping every person find better balance and create meaningful change in their lives. I have experience delivering evidence-based psychological interventions for people living with chronic pain and long-term health conditions and/or mental health difficulties such as depression, stress and anxiety. I have particular expertise and interest in working with clients with high levels of perfectionism and stress who are struggling to manage conflicting demands in their professional and/or personal lives.
I use an integrated approach in my work, predominantly drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness-based approaches and CBT.
I am passionate about helping every person find better balance and create meaningful change in their lives. I have experience delivering evidence-based psychological interventions for people living with chronic pain and long-term health conditions and/or mental health difficulties such as depression, stress and anxiety. I have particular expertise and interest in working with clients with high levels of perfectionism and stress who are struggling to manage conflicting demands in their professional and/or personal lives.
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I have trained in CBT and Mindfulness for stress reduction.
UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist and BACP Registered counsellor with 24 years experience. I use an integrative/relational approach, viewing each person as unique, and as such I use a coherent combination of therapeutic ideas and working relationship that will best suit you as an individual. This may involve looking at current difficulties, your past, clarifying and understanding your thoughts and behaviours and helping you to understand and express your emotions. In this way we will work together to find a way through problems that are troubling you to negotiate a more satisfying and less stressful way of living.
I have trained in CBT and Mindfulness for stress reduction.
UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist and BACP Registered counsellor with 24 years experience. I use an integrative/relational approach, viewing each person as unique, and as such I use a coherent combination of therapeutic ideas and working relationship that will best suit you as an individual. This may involve looking at current difficulties, your past, clarifying and understanding your thoughts and behaviours and helping you to understand and express your emotions. In this way we will work together to find a way through problems that are troubling you to negotiate a more satisfying and less stressful way of living.
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I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist with an extensive training in CBT, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy and Mindfulness, with many years of experience working in the field of mental health and emotional well-being.
Do you feel anxious, low, angry, disconnected with the world, stuck, depressed and not sure where to turn? Maybe you are experiencing problems with your relationship, your job or your family, maybe you are feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope with life in general. Perhaps you have a poor relationship with food and do not allow yourself to feel hunger? In order to get through each day, do you have coping strategies that are becoming a problem in themselves? If so, you are not alone, perhaps it is time for you to take control of your life. Our integrative therapeutic approach can help you get better.
I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist with an extensive training in CBT, Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR), Hypnotherapy and Mindfulness, with many years of experience working in the field of mental health and emotional well-being.
Do you feel anxious, low, angry, disconnected with the world, stuck, depressed and not sure where to turn? Maybe you are experiencing problems with your relationship, your job or your family, maybe you are feeling overwhelmed and unable to cope with life in general. Perhaps you have a poor relationship with food and do not allow yourself to feel hunger? In order to get through each day, do you have coping strategies that are becoming a problem in themselves? If so, you are not alone, perhaps it is time for you to take control of your life. Our integrative therapeutic approach can help you get better.
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That could be one specific model such as CBT or we can incorporate a variety, including mindfulness and meditation.
I have worked as a therapist for over 15 years counselling adults, teens, couples and families. I work as a clinical supervisor and have run a large counselling and mediation service whilst practicing as a therapist. I have supported clients with varying issues ranging from grief, loss of purpose and identity, anxiety and depression, through to complex trauma and neurodiversity. I specialise in supporting people looking to embark upon new relationships after a breakup, struggling in relationship and or going through separation and divorce.
That could be one specific model such as CBT or we can incorporate a variety, including mindfulness and meditation.
I have worked as a therapist for over 15 years counselling adults, teens, couples and families. I work as a clinical supervisor and have run a large counselling and mediation service whilst practicing as a therapist. I have supported clients with varying issues ranging from grief, loss of purpose and identity, anxiety and depression, through to complex trauma and neurodiversity. I specialise in supporting people looking to embark upon new relationships after a breakup, struggling in relationship and or going through separation and divorce.
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Dr Daniel O'Toole - Citadel Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SE21
My name is Dr Daniel O’Toole (Danny) and I am the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Citadel Psychology. I have over 15 years experience working in the NHS and have also worked in the private and voluntary sectors. As a clinical psychologist, I have worked with patients experiencing a wide variety of emotional and psychological difficulties. I take a compassionate and person-centred approach to my therapeutic work and draw on a range of evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
My name is Dr Daniel O’Toole (Danny) and I am the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Citadel Psychology. I have over 15 years experience working in the NHS and have also worked in the private and voluntary sectors. As a clinical psychologist, I have worked with patients experiencing a wide variety of emotional and psychological difficulties. I take a compassionate and person-centred approach to my therapeutic work and draw on a range of evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
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How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.