Narrative Counselling in Guildford
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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!
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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.
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.
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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.
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Dr Miriam Mavia-Zajac
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU1
I am a Highly Specialist Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with the BPS & accredited by the HCPC. With more than 23 years of experience, I bring a diverse knowledge base & toolbox of skills & strategies that I draw from; to help tailor sessions to suit my client’s personality & struggles. I deliver bespoke therapy and work at my client's pace. I have a special interest in neurodivergence (ASD & ADHD) and am an accredited assessor.
I am a Highly Specialist Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with the BPS & accredited by the HCPC. With more than 23 years of experience, I bring a diverse knowledge base & toolbox of skills & strategies that I draw from; to help tailor sessions to suit my client’s personality & struggles. I deliver bespoke therapy and work at my client's pace. I have a special interest in neurodivergence (ASD & ADHD) and am an accredited assessor.
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Hi there, I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, trained to understand the different ways in which psychological distress can present itself and impact upon people’s lives. The breadth of my training and clinical experience enables me to draw upon different therapeutic approaches, thus allowing for a flexible approach, tailored to a person's needs and own set of circumstances. I will aim to help you better understand the underlying causes of your difficulties, supporting you along the way to make meaningful changes in the way you approach difficult situations in your work, with your partner or family, and in your social life.
Hi there, I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, trained to understand the different ways in which psychological distress can present itself and impact upon people’s lives. The breadth of my training and clinical experience enables me to draw upon different therapeutic approaches, thus allowing for a flexible approach, tailored to a person's needs and own set of circumstances. I will aim to help you better understand the underlying causes of your difficulties, supporting you along the way to make meaningful changes in the way you approach difficult situations in your work, with your partner or family, and in your social life.
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Inclusion Psychologists Limited
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU2 (Online Only)
We are Black Psychologists, Diversity & Inclusion Consultants offering assessments, therapy & coaching services. We are a multidisciplinary team offering counselling, neurodiversity counselling & family therapy. We work with clients from backgrounds, from all over the world & those seeking therapy responsive to their ethnic and cultural needs. We are antiracism experts providing training and assessments in EDI using our Six Stages Conceptual Framework on challenging discriminations & Racism. Providing bespoke training in the areas of diversity and inclusion including special educational needs. Expert witness and negligence claims.
We are Black Psychologists, Diversity & Inclusion Consultants offering assessments, therapy & coaching services. We are a multidisciplinary team offering counselling, neurodiversity counselling & family therapy. We work with clients from backgrounds, from all over the world & those seeking therapy responsive to their ethnic and cultural needs. We are antiracism experts providing training and assessments in EDI using our Six Stages Conceptual Framework on challenging discriminations & Racism. Providing bespoke training in the areas of diversity and inclusion including special educational needs. Expert witness and negligence claims.
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John Hugh Patrick O'Connor
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU2
Dr John O'Connor is a Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Director of Malone Psychology Services. He is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and is an Associate Fellow of The British Psychological Society. Dr O'Connor identifies and treats psychological problems across the entire spectrum with particular expertise in depression, anxiety and trauma. His Doctoral research explored the diagnosis of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and was completed at The Institute of Psychotrauma in London.
Dr John O'Connor is a Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Director of Malone Psychology Services. He is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and is an Associate Fellow of The British Psychological Society. Dr O'Connor identifies and treats psychological problems across the entire spectrum with particular expertise in depression, anxiety and trauma. His Doctoral research explored the diagnosis of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and was completed at The Institute of Psychotrauma in London.
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At Neurodiverse Online, I, Dr Jessie Gough, and my colleagues are a small team of specialist Clinical Psychologists who provide assessment and therapy for ADHD, Autism / ASD, Tics / Tourette's, Dyslexia and related mental health difficulties such as anxiety and low mood. We have a multidisciplinary team including Speech and Language Therapists and a Specialist Teacher so that our reports and advice can be used to support applications for reasonable adjustments and EHCPs at school, university and in the workplace.
At Neurodiverse Online, I, Dr Jessie Gough, and my colleagues are a small team of specialist Clinical Psychologists who provide assessment and therapy for ADHD, Autism / ASD, Tics / Tourette's, Dyslexia and related mental health difficulties such as anxiety and low mood. We have a multidisciplinary team including Speech and Language Therapists and a Specialist Teacher so that our reports and advice can be used to support applications for reasonable adjustments and EHCPs at school, university and in the workplace.
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Dianne Everitt
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Guildford GU1 (Online Only)
I’m a Clinical Psychologist, working with high achievers who struggle with high functioning anxiety, self-confidence and self-esteem, burnout, stress, and relationship difficulties. If on the surface you look like you have it all together, but the silent voice of self-doubt plagues you, then we will likely work well together. I like to work with the heart of a matter, rather than treat symptoms at a surface level. I work with both adolescents and adults, and have over 13 years experience in mental health. I have a fantastic team of Psychologists working with me, and we also specialise in ASD and ADHD assessments.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist, working with high achievers who struggle with high functioning anxiety, self-confidence and self-esteem, burnout, stress, and relationship difficulties. If on the surface you look like you have it all together, but the silent voice of self-doubt plagues you, then we will likely work well together. I like to work with the heart of a matter, rather than treat symptoms at a surface level. I work with both adolescents and adults, and have over 13 years experience in mental health. I have a fantastic team of Psychologists working with me, and we also specialise in ASD and ADHD assessments.
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We offer intensive residential treatment with 24-hour nursing and medical care alongside psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services all within a caring and stylish homely environment.
We offer intensive residential treatment with 24-hour nursing and medical care alongside psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services all within a caring and stylish homely environment.
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As a Clinical Psychologist I offer treatment for a range of presenting difficulties including anxiety, depression and trauma. I specialise in working with parents, parents-to-be and those trying to conceive. I also have further training and experience in working with conception and pregnancy after loss. I work closely with my clients to build a true understanding of their story and what has brought them to therapy. This enables me to develop individualised treatment plans grounded in the evidence base.
As a Clinical Psychologist I offer treatment for a range of presenting difficulties including anxiety, depression and trauma. I specialise in working with parents, parents-to-be and those trying to conceive. I also have further training and experience in working with conception and pregnancy after loss. I work closely with my clients to build a true understanding of their story and what has brought them to therapy. This enables me to develop individualised treatment plans grounded in the evidence base.
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Hello and a warm welcome to my profile. I'm Tricia and I'm a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor. I work with clients that struggle with a range of issues, such as anxiety, stress, low mood, anger issues, low self-esteem, bereavement and relationship issues. I also work with clients who wish to explore past events that are still impacting their lives today. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can be heard, accepted and supported.
Hello and a warm welcome to my profile. I'm Tricia and I'm a fully qualified Integrative Counsellor. I work with clients that struggle with a range of issues, such as anxiety, stress, low mood, anger issues, low self-esteem, bereavement and relationship issues. I also work with clients who wish to explore past events that are still impacting their lives today. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can be heard, accepted and supported.
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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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Private and personalised Counselling, Psychotherapy and Supervision in Surrey, London, online, nationwide and international. Person-centred, Psychodynamic, CBT techniques and relational therapy . I am an experienced professional with a passion for helping people and a proven track-record of achieving results. You have decided to make some positive changes in your life and had the courage to reach out for support. I can help you work through many difficult life experiences, move forward and lead a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life. I provide guidance, trauma recovery and tools and techniques to facilitate change.
Private and personalised Counselling, Psychotherapy and Supervision in Surrey, London, online, nationwide and international. Person-centred, Psychodynamic, CBT techniques and relational therapy . I am an experienced professional with a passion for helping people and a proven track-record of achieving results. You have decided to make some positive changes in your life and had the courage to reach out for support. I can help you work through many difficult life experiences, move forward and lead a happier, healthier and more fulfilling life. I provide guidance, trauma recovery and tools and techniques to facilitate change.
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Do you keep coming back to the same problem, and struggle to get yourself out? Have you tried lots of different things and feel it’s time to reach out for professional help? Perhaps life has thrown challenge after challenge at you, and you are reaching your limit. Perhaps there has always been a problem you’ve suppressed, and you now feel it’s time to get help for it. Or you would like some time and space to explore your past. You could be seeking help for yourself, or it could be for a loved one or a child - they need help and you also want to know how to help them.
Do you keep coming back to the same problem, and struggle to get yourself out? Have you tried lots of different things and feel it’s time to reach out for professional help? Perhaps life has thrown challenge after challenge at you, and you are reaching your limit. Perhaps there has always been a problem you’ve suppressed, and you now feel it’s time to get help for it. Or you would like some time and space to explore your past. You could be seeking help for yourself, or it could be for a loved one or a child - they need help and you also want to know how to help them.
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Hello, how can I help? My expertise is in couple’s and relational difficulties, I specialise in psychosexual therapy. This form of therapy is designed to help partners reconnect via improved sexual and relational communication. These are areas that can become fraught, tense and stuck seemingly impossible to find a way forward. I can help. I usually offer some individual sessions followed by joint ones to really learn about how things are for you both. Please know you will not be asked to do anything other than talk in the therapeutic sessions but there will be homework for you both.
Hello, how can I help? My expertise is in couple’s and relational difficulties, I specialise in psychosexual therapy. This form of therapy is designed to help partners reconnect via improved sexual and relational communication. These are areas that can become fraught, tense and stuck seemingly impossible to find a way forward. I can help. I usually offer some individual sessions followed by joint ones to really learn about how things are for you both. Please know you will not be asked to do anything other than talk in the therapeutic sessions but there will be homework for you both.
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Ruchi Bakshi
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU1
Not accepting new clients
I work using an integrative approach, which means that I am trained in a wide range of therapies and models including CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Systemic, Psychodynamic and Attachment based approaches.
Hello, I am Dr Ruchi Bakshi a Clinical Psychologist. I work at Riverside Psychology Marlow in Buckinghamshire and remotely. I have over ten years experience working as a Clinical Psychologist in the public and private sector. I specialise in women’s health, emotional wellbeing and the perinatal period as well as child, parent and family work. I offer evidence based Psychological therapy working in an integrative and holistic way to support you in your health and emotional well-being.
I work using an integrative approach, which means that I am trained in a wide range of therapies and models including CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Systemic, Psychodynamic and Attachment based approaches.
Hello, I am Dr Ruchi Bakshi a Clinical Psychologist. I work at Riverside Psychology Marlow in Buckinghamshire and remotely. I have over ten years experience working as a Clinical Psychologist in the public and private sector. I specialise in women’s health, emotional wellbeing and the perinatal period as well as child, parent and family work. I offer evidence based Psychological therapy working in an integrative and holistic way to support you in your health and emotional well-being.
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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.
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Hello. As a highly experienced therapist with 20 years’ experience of working with children, adolescents, and families, I appreciate the challenges life can bring. I am a qualified systemic family psychotherapist and drama therapist, with many other trainings to enhance what I can offer you. Therapy can be an opportunity to explore, manage and move on from difficult feelings and experiences. My aim is to provide you with a safe and confidential space to manage your feelings in a non-judgmental environment.
Hello. As a highly experienced therapist with 20 years’ experience of working with children, adolescents, and families, I appreciate the challenges life can bring. I am a qualified systemic family psychotherapist and drama therapist, with many other trainings to enhance what I can offer you. Therapy can be an opportunity to explore, manage and move on from difficult feelings and experiences. My aim is to provide you with a safe and confidential space to manage your feelings in a non-judgmental environment.
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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.
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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.