Narrative Counselling in Coulsdon

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Dr Naureen Whittinger
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Coulsdon CR5
Therapy provides a chance to learn, grow and thrive. You may wish to discover ways to manage life's challenges, explore patterns in your relationships that don’t serve you well, or consider how you might find connection or healing within the chaos of life. Bringing my dual training in Clinical Psychology and Systemic Family Therapy and over twenty-years experience working in mental health care and research, I will invite you to think with me about journeying beyond any challenges or barriers you've faced. We will develop new understandings of your situation so you can feel confident in your personal strengths and resources.
Therapy provides a chance to learn, grow and thrive. You may wish to discover ways to manage life's challenges, explore patterns in your relationships that don’t serve you well, or consider how you might find connection or healing within the chaos of life. Bringing my dual training in Clinical Psychology and Systemic Family Therapy and over twenty-years experience working in mental health care and research, I will invite you to think with me about journeying beyond any challenges or barriers you've faced. We will develop new understandings of your situation so you can feel confident in your personal strengths and resources.
020 3962 2160 View 020 3962 2160
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Baanu Baghbani-Irvine
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
Coulsdon CR5
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.
020 3856 4052 View 020 3856 4052
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Dr Adila Mahmood
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Coulsdon CR5  (Online Only)
My name is Adila and I'm a Counselling Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years. My professional background includes working in mental health hospitals and outpatient clinics in the National Health Service (NHS) as well as the private sector.
My name is Adila and I'm a Counselling Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I have been working in the mental health field for over 10 years. My professional background includes working in mental health hospitals and outpatient clinics in the National Health Service (NHS) as well as the private sector.
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Dani O'Connor
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Coulsdon CR5
My aim as a therapist is to aid individuals overcome challenges, and improve their overall well-being. If you seek a supportive, experienced counsellor, I welcome the opportunity to assist you on your journey to personal growth and positive change. I will challenge those thoughts that aren't serving your best interests and looking how we can reframe and change them to make them work for you.
My aim as a therapist is to aid individuals overcome challenges, and improve their overall well-being. If you seek a supportive, experienced counsellor, I welcome the opportunity to assist you on your journey to personal growth and positive change. I will challenge those thoughts that aren't serving your best interests and looking how we can reframe and change them to make them work for you.
01446 502291 View 01446 502291

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Charlotte Roxy Stoneman
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SW19  (Online Only)
I am a qualified systemic psychotherapist, accredited by UKCP, BACP registered, with over ten years' experience supporting people. I use a combination of systemic approaches, including narrative therapy, to understand you and your family (family considered as a broader term, as opposed to a ‘nuclear’ family, who you consider as family) within wider contexts. I hope to create a safe and calm therapeutic space for us to reflect upon what influences your experiences of the world. I also hope to support you through any dilemmas or difficulties you are experiencing. I offer individual, couples and family therapy.
I am a qualified systemic psychotherapist, accredited by UKCP, BACP registered, with over ten years' experience supporting people. I use a combination of systemic approaches, including narrative therapy, to understand you and your family (family considered as a broader term, as opposed to a ‘nuclear’ family, who you consider as family) within wider contexts. I hope to create a safe and calm therapeutic space for us to reflect upon what influences your experiences of the world. I also hope to support you through any dilemmas or difficulties you are experiencing. I offer individual, couples and family therapy.
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Priya Vigneswaran
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
Priya excels in helping children and young people recover from issues of anxiety, depression, bullying, loneliness and stress. Priya has specialist training in: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Family Therapy and Child Psychotherapy.
Priya excels in helping children and young people recover from issues of anxiety, depression, bullying, loneliness and stress. Priya has specialist training in: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, Family Therapy and Child Psychotherapy.
01689 661247 View 01689 661247
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The Psych Practice Limited
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Croydon CR0  (Online Only)
We offer a range of psychotherapeutic approaches which includes short-term CBT, EMDR, psychodynamic, compassionate focused, narrative and systemic therapy.
We work with a wide range of conditions, from common psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, to more complex health conditions such as brain injury. We see individuals, couples and families. We offer: Couple therapy, Family therapy; Neuropsychology assessment & treatment, including cognitive rehabilitation; EMDR, Expert witness work; consultation (with staff teams working with challenging behaviour); ADHD assessments, Neurodevelopmental disorder and Mental capacity assessments
We offer a range of psychotherapeutic approaches which includes short-term CBT, EMDR, psychodynamic, compassionate focused, narrative and systemic therapy.
We work with a wide range of conditions, from common psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, to more complex health conditions such as brain injury. We see individuals, couples and families. We offer: Couple therapy, Family therapy; Neuropsychology assessment & treatment, including cognitive rehabilitation; EMDR, Expert witness work; consultation (with staff teams working with challenging behaviour); ADHD assessments, Neurodevelopmental disorder and Mental capacity assessments
020 4538 2743 View 020 4538 2743
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Mary Joynt
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thornton Heath CR7  (Online Only)
I am a family therapist (systemic psychotherapist ) who has been working in public services with individuals, children, adolescents, couples and families for over 14 years. I believe it is important to create a good and trusting therapeutic relationship in order to allow space for change. In my work I will spend time getting to know you (and your partner/family member), your values and the way in which your problem impacts you. Through this narrative approach space for change and difference is discovered.
I am a family therapist (systemic psychotherapist ) who has been working in public services with individuals, children, adolescents, couples and families for over 14 years. I believe it is important to create a good and trusting therapeutic relationship in order to allow space for change. In my work I will spend time getting to know you (and your partner/family member), your values and the way in which your problem impacts you. Through this narrative approach space for change and difference is discovered.
020 7870 7443 View 020 7870 7443
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Dr Divya Patel
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
I offer a range of evidenced based therapies such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Schema-Informed Therapy, Narrative Exposure Therapy and Trauma Focused.
Are you suffering in silence, feeling stuck or unhappy? Struggling with unhealthy patterns that are problematic or having issues with past traumatic events? We all know life can be challenging and often complicated at times. Perhaps you’d like the space to think about you, a chance to heal old or new wounds? I can help by providing a supportive space to explore this with you. I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with HCPC, with 10 years of experience working with individuals experiencing a range of mental health difficulties in both the NHS (inpatient and outpatient services), school setting and charity sectors.
I offer a range of evidenced based therapies such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Schema-Informed Therapy, Narrative Exposure Therapy and Trauma Focused.
Are you suffering in silence, feeling stuck or unhappy? Struggling with unhealthy patterns that are problematic or having issues with past traumatic events? We all know life can be challenging and often complicated at times. Perhaps you’d like the space to think about you, a chance to heal old or new wounds? I can help by providing a supportive space to explore this with you. I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with HCPC, with 10 years of experience working with individuals experiencing a range of mental health difficulties in both the NHS (inpatient and outpatient services), school setting and charity sectors.
01689 663156 View 01689 663156
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Dr Julia Dabrowski
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW2  (Online Only)
I am trained in a broad range of approaches including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion-focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
I am a fully qualified and accredited Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with clients experiencing common psychological difficulties such as low mood and anxiety.
I am trained in a broad range of approaches including EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion-focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
I am a fully qualified and accredited Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with clients experiencing common psychological difficulties such as low mood and anxiety.
020 3856 4609 View 020 3856 4609
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Lorna French
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SE19
Many people come to therapy feeling low, anxious or lost, and I offer a space to explore those experiences and identify opportunities for doing things differently. I welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences, and usually start by working with you to understand who you are and what is important to you. I draw on a range of approaches (e.g. narrative therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and compassion focused approaches), with a particular focus on values and identity. I am experienced in supporting adults of all ages with a range of issues, such as low mood, stress, anxiety and shame.
Many people come to therapy feeling low, anxious or lost, and I offer a space to explore those experiences and identify opportunities for doing things differently. I welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences, and usually start by working with you to understand who you are and what is important to you. I draw on a range of approaches (e.g. narrative therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and compassion focused approaches), with a particular focus on values and identity. I am experienced in supporting adults of all ages with a range of issues, such as low mood, stress, anxiety and shame.
020 3835 4653 View 020 3835 4653
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Holly Bemrose
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SE27
In individual sessions I aim to work in an integrative way, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) alongside ideas from Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Narrative and Systemic approaches.
I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered practitioner who specialises in working with young adults, children and young people with a wide range of difficulties and challenges. I have experience of working within the NHS in both outpatient and inpatient hospital settings, as well as working within the private sector. I work in a warm, compassionate and person-centred way, to work towards an individual's goals and reasons for therapy. You can visit my website for more information about me and the services I offer: www.drhollybemrose.com
In individual sessions I aim to work in an integrative way, using evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) alongside ideas from Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Narrative and Systemic approaches.
I am a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered practitioner who specialises in working with young adults, children and young people with a wide range of difficulties and challenges. I have experience of working within the NHS in both outpatient and inpatient hospital settings, as well as working within the private sector. I work in a warm, compassionate and person-centred way, to work towards an individual's goals and reasons for therapy. You can visit my website for more information about me and the services I offer: www.drhollybemrose.com
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Dr Kylie Menolee
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Beckenham BR3  (Online Only)
I integrate CBT, ACT, CFT, Solution-Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy approaches depending on your individual needs.
Are you struggling with the emotional challenges of a physical health condition such as diabetes, cancer or obesity? Does it get in the way of living your desired life? I specialise in supporting children, young people and adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship and school difficulties, that can often accompany physical health conditions. This may also include adjusting to diagnoses or supporting the communication or understanding of illness, especially to children and young people. I am here to empower you to lead a fulfilling life despite facing these challenges.
I integrate CBT, ACT, CFT, Solution-Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy approaches depending on your individual needs.
Are you struggling with the emotional challenges of a physical health condition such as diabetes, cancer or obesity? Does it get in the way of living your desired life? I specialise in supporting children, young people and adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, relationship and school difficulties, that can often accompany physical health conditions. This may also include adjusting to diagnoses or supporting the communication or understanding of illness, especially to children and young people. I am here to empower you to lead a fulfilling life despite facing these challenges.
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Dr Sheila Redfern
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SW16
I use a range of psychological approaches, including Mentalization based therapy, CBT (including trauma focused), narrative therapy and Reflective Parenting.
I am Dr Sheila Redfern, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and I've been working with children & young people for 30 years. In my private practice, Redfern Psychology, I help children and young people to develop an understanding and awareness of their inner world and their important relationships. I specialise in helping parents and carers develop a deeper connection with their child; I developed the Mentalizing model of Reflective Parenting and authored two parenting books. My specialisms include attachment and trauma issues, ASD assessment, parenting and fostering and adoptions support. I'm warm, empathic and curious.
I use a range of psychological approaches, including Mentalization based therapy, CBT (including trauma focused), narrative therapy and Reflective Parenting.
I am Dr Sheila Redfern, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and I've been working with children & young people for 30 years. In my private practice, Redfern Psychology, I help children and young people to develop an understanding and awareness of their inner world and their important relationships. I specialise in helping parents and carers develop a deeper connection with their child; I developed the Mentalizing model of Reflective Parenting and authored two parenting books. My specialisms include attachment and trauma issues, ASD assessment, parenting and fostering and adoptions support. I'm warm, empathic and curious.
020 3667 9315 View 020 3667 9315
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Lydia Thomson
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London SE23
I work intergratively and collaboratively, that is to say I draw on different psychological therapies, including CBT, Narrative and Attachment ideas and techniques, depending on the challenges and stories brought into the therapy room by the client(s). I work within an overarching Systemic framework which pays special attention to supporting individuals, couples and families to find the strengths of their relationships so as to make disturbing symptoms less problematic. It is not just about problems however, Systemic therapy is  built on a bedrock of hope, focusing on resilience and resourcefulness. 
I work intergratively and collaboratively, that is to say I draw on different psychological therapies, including CBT, Narrative and Attachment ideas and techniques, depending on the challenges and stories brought into the therapy room by the client(s). I work within an overarching Systemic framework which pays special attention to supporting individuals, couples and families to find the strengths of their relationships so as to make disturbing symptoms less problematic. It is not just about problems however, Systemic therapy is  built on a bedrock of hope, focusing on resilience and resourcefulness. 
020 8138 8497 View 020 8138 8497
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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 Yasmine Lau
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SE22  (Online Only)
My skills include specialist training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) and third-wave therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist and CBT therapist, registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). In my private practice I see children, adolescents and adults with a range of difficulties. I strongly believe in cultivating a compassionate and non-judgemental space in which we work together to understand your current difficulties. In my work I draw upon current evidence-based practice to work collaboratively with children and their families or adults individually to deliver personalised treatment plans.
My skills include specialist training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET) and third-wave therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
I am a Clinical Psychologist and CBT therapist, registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). In my private practice I see children, adolescents and adults with a range of difficulties. I strongly believe in cultivating a compassionate and non-judgemental space in which we work together to understand your current difficulties. In my work I draw upon current evidence-based practice to work collaboratively with children and their families or adults individually to deliver personalised treatment plans.
020 7870 1806 View 020 7870 1806
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Bea Hannah
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SW17
I am skilled in providing a range of therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), Mentalisation based therapy, and Narrative Exposure Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist skilled in providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to adults, young people and families. I am currently working as a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in South London. I have experience providing comprehensive assessment and intervention to those who have experiencing a range of mental health difficulties including complex trauma, anxiety and depression as well as supporting parents and carers. I also have experience providing consultation and support to professionals and carers experiencing burnout and compassion fatigue.
I am skilled in providing a range of therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), Mentalisation based therapy, and Narrative Exposure Therapy.
I am a Clinical Psychologist skilled in providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to adults, young people and families. I am currently working as a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) in South London. I have experience providing comprehensive assessment and intervention to those who have experiencing a range of mental health difficulties including complex trauma, anxiety and depression as well as supporting parents and carers. I also have experience providing consultation and support to professionals and carers experiencing burnout and compassion fatigue.
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Ali Xavier
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW17
Waitlist for new clients
The main features of these include Systemic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, with a strong Person-Centred leaning.
I work with Millennial adults 1-1 and with couples, who are experiencing challenges in life transitions, their mental health, and relationships. It can be that all of these affect one another; therapy is a non-judgemental space to explore these, with the aim of coming to a fuller sense of understanding, renewed perspective, with clarity and healing along the way. My client work includes working managing a range of mental health issues, relationship breakdown, loss and bereavement, post-abortion grief, sexual abuse, and identity change. Work with couples includes conflict management, affair recovery, and supporting communication.
The main features of these include Systemic Therapy, Narrative Therapy, with a strong Person-Centred leaning.
I work with Millennial adults 1-1 and with couples, who are experiencing challenges in life transitions, their mental health, and relationships. It can be that all of these affect one another; therapy is a non-judgemental space to explore these, with the aim of coming to a fuller sense of understanding, renewed perspective, with clarity and healing along the way. My client work includes working managing a range of mental health issues, relationship breakdown, loss and bereavement, post-abortion grief, sexual abuse, and identity change. Work with couples includes conflict management, affair recovery, and supporting communication.
020 3835 4483 View 020 3835 4483
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Dr Zara Hosany
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (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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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.