Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in Isleworth
Living with unresolved trauma it is like living with a constant energy leak. We are not living only with the emotions, but also with the perceptions and beliefs that formed as a result of what happened to us. Trauma is a result of unprocessed past or present events or experiences and it can happen to anyone. it shows up in our body, emotions, reactions, patterns of behaviour, habits. It may manifest as anxiety/depression, people pleasing, procrastinating, impostor syndrome, hard time saying No; burn out, feeling, lonely, hard time putting yourself first; not asking for help, feeling unworthy, guilty or ashamed, hypervigilance, etc.
Living with unresolved trauma it is like living with a constant energy leak. We are not living only with the emotions, but also with the perceptions and beliefs that formed as a result of what happened to us. Trauma is a result of unprocessed past or present events or experiences and it can happen to anyone. it shows up in our body, emotions, reactions, patterns of behaviour, habits. It may manifest as anxiety/depression, people pleasing, procrastinating, impostor syndrome, hard time saying No; burn out, feeling, lonely, hard time putting yourself first; not asking for help, feeling unworthy, guilty or ashamed, hypervigilance, etc.
I believe psychotherapy is an opportunity to connect with your Inner-Spirit through a process of reflection and self-awareness. I have a heart-centred approach to therapy and provide a warm, safe environment essential for the healing process to unfold. I work in from an integrative approach using the methods that are suited to the individual needs of each person. By taking a Mind, Body and Soul approach to therapy I can provide a space where you can re-connect to your Inner-Self, your essence, truth, joy, compassion, and sense of aliveness. This authenticity will enables you to reconnect with your Soul Nature.
I believe psychotherapy is an opportunity to connect with your Inner-Spirit through a process of reflection and self-awareness. I have a heart-centred approach to therapy and provide a warm, safe environment essential for the healing process to unfold. I work in from an integrative approach using the methods that are suited to the individual needs of each person. By taking a Mind, Body and Soul approach to therapy I can provide a space where you can re-connect to your Inner-Self, your essence, truth, joy, compassion, and sense of aliveness. This authenticity will enables you to reconnect with your Soul Nature.
I believe that every human being, most of all, is striving for freedom. This could be a freedom from dependency on anything we use to compensate or self-regulate (food, drugs, shopping, etc). Freedom from compulsive thoughts, anxiety and depression. Or, this could be the freedom that we are all aware of but lost or unable to assign a deeper meaning to, to navigate to a more authentic direction in life. In my clinical practice, the methods I use are all aimed at assisting in the awareness, comprehension and embodiment of freedom.
I believe that every human being, most of all, is striving for freedom. This could be a freedom from dependency on anything we use to compensate or self-regulate (food, drugs, shopping, etc). Freedom from compulsive thoughts, anxiety and depression. Or, this could be the freedom that we are all aware of but lost or unable to assign a deeper meaning to, to navigate to a more authentic direction in life. In my clinical practice, the methods I use are all aimed at assisting in the awareness, comprehension and embodiment of freedom.
I wonder if you have been feeling sad, stressed or anxious? Have these feelings been with you for a long time? Are you wondering when they will reappear? It’s like dreading what is around the corner and finding it hard to enjoy or feel good in the present. Other people look like they’re having fun but your world is a shade of grey. Things that you loved doing no longer give you happiness and it's hard to concentrate. At times it takes lots of energy to go out or spend time with people who care about you. Your confidence and ability to cope disappear as you become stuck and the people around you become as worn down as you feel.
I wonder if you have been feeling sad, stressed or anxious? Have these feelings been with you for a long time? Are you wondering when they will reappear? It’s like dreading what is around the corner and finding it hard to enjoy or feel good in the present. Other people look like they’re having fun but your world is a shade of grey. Things that you loved doing no longer give you happiness and it's hard to concentrate. At times it takes lots of energy to go out or spend time with people who care about you. Your confidence and ability to cope disappear as you become stuck and the people around you become as worn down as you feel.
I work with families, couples and individuals. Specialising in relationships, anger, self-esteem issues, addictions and emotional difficulties, I help you have a better relationship with others as well as yourself. I work with you to explore and understand your struggles, repeating patterns and find ways to change them or adapt them to make them helpful. Couples tend to argue in a cyclic nature without ever resolving their arguments. I work with couples to understand this cycle and how to exit it. Individuals can also get stuck in repeating patterns. Examining them, understanding them and working through them brings change.
I work with families, couples and individuals. Specialising in relationships, anger, self-esteem issues, addictions and emotional difficulties, I help you have a better relationship with others as well as yourself. I work with you to explore and understand your struggles, repeating patterns and find ways to change them or adapt them to make them helpful. Couples tend to argue in a cyclic nature without ever resolving their arguments. I work with couples to understand this cycle and how to exit it. Individuals can also get stuck in repeating patterns. Examining them, understanding them and working through them brings change.
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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.
We bring a variety of approaches and skills but have been most influenced by the following – gestalt; mindfulness; arts based therapies; attachment theory; positive psychology and CBT.
Are you a parent, teenager or child looking for support from an experienced and compassionate counsellor to work through challenges and reach a better place? We offer both counselling and coaching and tailor our service to your needs by working with the individual child or teenager, the parent or both. We are experts in treating common psychological problems faced by young people today. We create a safe and comfortable environment in which they can explore these issues. As well as being highly trained psychotherapists, we are also parents with plenty of real life experience of navigating the challenges that family life can bring.
We bring a variety of approaches and skills but have been most influenced by the following – gestalt; mindfulness; arts based therapies; attachment theory; positive psychology and CBT.
Are you a parent, teenager or child looking for support from an experienced and compassionate counsellor to work through challenges and reach a better place? We offer both counselling and coaching and tailor our service to your needs by working with the individual child or teenager, the parent or both. We are experts in treating common psychological problems faced by young people today. We create a safe and comfortable environment in which they can explore these issues. As well as being highly trained psychotherapists, we are also parents with plenty of real life experience of navigating the challenges that family life can bring.
I practice a ‘whole person’ healing approach to include your emotional physical and energetic process by integrating psychotherapy with holistic healing and mindfulness techniques to improve your overall wellbeing.
I believe we all hold the power to heal ourselves. It takes courage to face our insecurities and discomfort that can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed or confused. You don't have to struggle alone, sometimes we could use a little support. My role as your therapist is to work with your unique process and guide you to reconnect with your own healing energy- So you can start to trust yourself to make the changes you need and achieve your personal goals from a balanced place of clarity and confidence.
I practice a ‘whole person’ healing approach to include your emotional physical and energetic process by integrating psychotherapy with holistic healing and mindfulness techniques to improve your overall wellbeing.
I believe we all hold the power to heal ourselves. It takes courage to face our insecurities and discomfort that can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed or confused. You don't have to struggle alone, sometimes we could use a little support. My role as your therapist is to work with your unique process and guide you to reconnect with your own healing energy- So you can start to trust yourself to make the changes you need and achieve your personal goals from a balanced place of clarity and confidence.
I have extensive experience in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and other approaches based on CBT, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy & Behavioural Family Therapy.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with adults to address mild to severe psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD and Bipolar Affective Disorder. I can also help with concerns around stress, relationships, challenging life events, loss, adjustment to illness, low self-esteem, and unresolved childhood issues. Since becoming a mother, I have developed a specific interest in working with maternal mental health and wellbeing. I frequently support parents as they navigate the new demands, change in role and stresses that come with pregnancy and parenthood.
I have extensive experience in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and other approaches based on CBT, such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy & Behavioural Family Therapy.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with adults to address mild to severe psychological difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD and Bipolar Affective Disorder. I can also help with concerns around stress, relationships, challenging life events, loss, adjustment to illness, low self-esteem, and unresolved childhood issues. Since becoming a mother, I have developed a specific interest in working with maternal mental health and wellbeing. I frequently support parents as they navigate the new demands, change in role and stresses that come with pregnancy and parenthood.
Depending on your needs, I may offer creativity, breathwork, mindfulness, Compassion Focused Therapy and embodied work.
I am a professionally trained, BACP-registered Integrative Counsellor who balances private practice with life as an NHS Clinical Supervisor, so I am comfortable with complexity. In addition to a wealth of experience, I bring warmth and humour to my sessions. I work with individual adults of all ages and older adolescents (16+) looking for a safe space to navigate mental distress, overwhelm, suffering and grief, feeling stuck and hopeless, or in need of counselling in periods of transition and upheaval. My aim is to help you move through current setbacks towards greater contentment, joy and purpose.
Depending on your needs, I may offer creativity, breathwork, mindfulness, Compassion Focused Therapy and embodied work.
I am a professionally trained, BACP-registered Integrative Counsellor who balances private practice with life as an NHS Clinical Supervisor, so I am comfortable with complexity. In addition to a wealth of experience, I bring warmth and humour to my sessions. I work with individual adults of all ages and older adolescents (16+) looking for a safe space to navigate mental distress, overwhelm, suffering and grief, feeling stuck and hopeless, or in need of counselling in periods of transition and upheaval. My aim is to help you move through current setbacks towards greater contentment, joy and purpose.
I use CBT and IPT and favor an experiential approach to therapy such as chairwork, imagery and mindfulness.
Has there been a lot of change in your life recently, that maybe feels overwhelming, making you feel exhausted and unsure about the future? Are you concerned about your mental health? Are there changes you would like to make, to live a more fulfilling life, but find it difficult to figure out how? My name is Barbara Pizl, and I am a Cognitive-Behavioural and Interpersonal Therapist. I specialise in depression, low self-esteem, anxiety disorders, PTSD and Trauma. I believe everyone deserves to live a fulfilling life, be truly themselves and look after their mental health.
I use CBT and IPT and favor an experiential approach to therapy such as chairwork, imagery and mindfulness.
Has there been a lot of change in your life recently, that maybe feels overwhelming, making you feel exhausted and unsure about the future? Are you concerned about your mental health? Are there changes you would like to make, to live a more fulfilling life, but find it difficult to figure out how? My name is Barbara Pizl, and I am a Cognitive-Behavioural and Interpersonal Therapist. I specialise in depression, low self-esteem, anxiety disorders, PTSD and Trauma. I believe everyone deserves to live a fulfilling life, be truly themselves and look after their mental health.
Through the effective integration of mindfulness and Self-Compassion in Therapy (SCIP), Buddhist psychology and the Person-Centred Approach you will discover transformational inner resources and insights.
Perhaps a particular event, experience or relationship, whether recent or in childhood, has left you feeling wounded, overwhelmed and unable to live with the sense of freedom and open heartedness that you long for. You may feel an underlying sense of never belonging, of shame and unworthiness. You recognise it’s time that you gave yourself the chance to try for a more satisfying and fulfilled life. Perhaps simply you need to talk through your concerns confidentially with someone who isn’t a friend or family member. Whatever you are bringing you need to feel safe, understood and experience meaningful change.
Through the effective integration of mindfulness and Self-Compassion in Therapy (SCIP), Buddhist psychology and the Person-Centred Approach you will discover transformational inner resources and insights.
Perhaps a particular event, experience or relationship, whether recent or in childhood, has left you feeling wounded, overwhelmed and unable to live with the sense of freedom and open heartedness that you long for. You may feel an underlying sense of never belonging, of shame and unworthiness. You recognise it’s time that you gave yourself the chance to try for a more satisfying and fulfilled life. Perhaps simply you need to talk through your concerns confidentially with someone who isn’t a friend or family member. Whatever you are bringing you need to feel safe, understood and experience meaningful change.
Since completing my clinical training and qualifying as a Counselling Psychologist I have engaged in additional training including Mindfulness-Based approaches and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing).
My name is Toni and I am an HPCP Registered and BPS Chartered Counselling Psychologist working in Reading, Berkshire and online. In addition to my private practice, I worked in the NHS for over fifteen years where I gained experience working with adults and elders who struggled with a wide variety of issues including anxiety and panic, depression, stress, trauma, psychosis, substance misuse, bereavement, domestic violence, rape, personality issues, self-harm and suicidality. The knowledge and the experience I gained throughout the years enables me to adapt my approach to suit the needs of each individual that I meet.
Since completing my clinical training and qualifying as a Counselling Psychologist I have engaged in additional training including Mindfulness-Based approaches and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing).
My name is Toni and I am an HPCP Registered and BPS Chartered Counselling Psychologist working in Reading, Berkshire and online. In addition to my private practice, I worked in the NHS for over fifteen years where I gained experience working with adults and elders who struggled with a wide variety of issues including anxiety and panic, depression, stress, trauma, psychosis, substance misuse, bereavement, domestic violence, rape, personality issues, self-harm and suicidality. The knowledge and the experience I gained throughout the years enables me to adapt my approach to suit the needs of each individual that I meet.
I also have knowledge of DBT and Mindfulness and may draw on these should they be relevant to our work together.
Currently I have availability for group, not for 1-2-1. Hi, my name’s Ed, I’m a Therapist working in Twickenham, West London, and online nationally. I work with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties from many different backgrounds, everyone’s story and reason for coming to therapy are different but all are equal. I offer both long and short term individual therapy, generally the length of therapy is something that we would discuss in our first session. In the case of longer term therapy we would frequently review as the therapy progresses to consider what work remains and when might it be appropriate to conclude therapy.
I also have knowledge of DBT and Mindfulness and may draw on these should they be relevant to our work together.
Currently I have availability for group, not for 1-2-1. Hi, my name’s Ed, I’m a Therapist working in Twickenham, West London, and online nationally. I work with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties from many different backgrounds, everyone’s story and reason for coming to therapy are different but all are equal. I offer both long and short term individual therapy, generally the length of therapy is something that we would discuss in our first session. In the case of longer term therapy we would frequently review as the therapy progresses to consider what work remains and when might it be appropriate to conclude therapy.
Shung Yan (Beatrice) Ng (Kessler)
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Richmond TW9
I specialize in the use of mindfulness to support well-being.
I am a registered clinical psychologist in the UK and Hong Kong, and a Certified Advance Schema Therapist and Supervisor from ISST. I have also been certified as a mindfulness trainer from Canada. I speak English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. I have extensive experience in treating complicated cases such as Trauma, PTSD, DID, Personality Disorders, OCD, and Mood Disorders. I am particularly experienced in treating people with pervasively negative life patterns. I stop seeing couples in recent years and I do not see children anymore. But I hold a company with some colleagues that serve them. My target clients are 16 years old plus.
I specialize in the use of mindfulness to support well-being.
I am a registered clinical psychologist in the UK and Hong Kong, and a Certified Advance Schema Therapist and Supervisor from ISST. I have also been certified as a mindfulness trainer from Canada. I speak English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. I have extensive experience in treating complicated cases such as Trauma, PTSD, DID, Personality Disorders, OCD, and Mood Disorders. I am particularly experienced in treating people with pervasively negative life patterns. I stop seeing couples in recent years and I do not see children anymore. But I hold a company with some colleagues that serve them. My target clients are 16 years old plus.
I integrate a range of cognitive behavioural therapies such as mindfulness-based approaches.
I am a counselling psychologist accredited by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I currently work at a private hospital providing therapy to people living with physical health conditions such as cancer and I also work in private practice. Over the years, I have worked for the NHS, Westminster MIND and university counselling services. I believe each person is unique and I use a range of therapeutic approaches to meet your needs.
I integrate a range of cognitive behavioural therapies such as mindfulness-based approaches.
I am a counselling psychologist accredited by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I currently work at a private hospital providing therapy to people living with physical health conditions such as cancer and I also work in private practice. Over the years, I have worked for the NHS, Westminster MIND and university counselling services. I believe each person is unique and I use a range of therapeutic approaches to meet your needs.
While Rogerian person-centred therapy forms the core of my practice, I also draw on psychodynamic, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and MCBT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy).
Hello, I'm a non-binary, pansexual, integrative psychotherapist registered with the BACP & NCPS. I am based in London, providing compassionate and LGBTQIA+ affirmative support to adults. In my practice, I offer a safe and empathic space where you can explore your challenges and work towards healing. I specialise in gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity (GSRD), my approach is trauma and kink-informed. Whether you're feeling stressed, lonely, or overwhelmed, I am here to help. Sessions are primarily online through Zoom. I offer short- and long-term counselling and psychotherapy. Please feel free to drop me a line.
While Rogerian person-centred therapy forms the core of my practice, I also draw on psychodynamic, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and MCBT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy).
Hello, I'm a non-binary, pansexual, integrative psychotherapist registered with the BACP & NCPS. I am based in London, providing compassionate and LGBTQIA+ affirmative support to adults. In my practice, I offer a safe and empathic space where you can explore your challenges and work towards healing. I specialise in gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity (GSRD), my approach is trauma and kink-informed. Whether you're feeling stressed, lonely, or overwhelmed, I am here to help. Sessions are primarily online through Zoom. I offer short- and long-term counselling and psychotherapy. Please feel free to drop me a line.
I draw on a variety of therapeutic tools using Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy, Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), NLP, Mindfulness and EMDR.
Masters level qualified psychotherapist, counsellor and clinical CBT hypnotherapist, accredited by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. I use an integrative and supportive approach to offering high quality therapy, that is discreet and confidential for children, young people and adults. My private practice has been running since 1999. I deal with a range of simple and complex problems like anxiety, depression, panic attacks, low self esteem, fears, phobias, eating disorders including ARFID, body image worries, OCD, self harm, relationship issues to exam and revision stress.
I draw on a variety of therapeutic tools using Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy, Counselling, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), NLP, Mindfulness and EMDR.
Masters level qualified psychotherapist, counsellor and clinical CBT hypnotherapist, accredited by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society. I use an integrative and supportive approach to offering high quality therapy, that is discreet and confidential for children, young people and adults. My private practice has been running since 1999. I deal with a range of simple and complex problems like anxiety, depression, panic attacks, low self esteem, fears, phobias, eating disorders including ARFID, body image worries, OCD, self harm, relationship issues to exam and revision stress.
I see therapy as a team work to go on an adventure: step into the unknown of your being! My approach is Holistic and Integrative. Holistic means that we work with different layers of your being: your physical, mental, emotional and energetical bodies. If you’re open to, we will work with breath, mindfulness, chakras, energy blocks and dreams. I have seen over and over that the process of healing is quicker when we both go beyond our minds and work with all of us. Working Integratively means that I have a tool box of different approaches and I use the one which is suitable to you at the right time.
I see therapy as a team work to go on an adventure: step into the unknown of your being! My approach is Holistic and Integrative. Holistic means that we work with different layers of your being: your physical, mental, emotional and energetical bodies. If you’re open to, we will work with breath, mindfulness, chakras, energy blocks and dreams. I have seen over and over that the process of healing is quicker when we both go beyond our minds and work with all of us. Working Integratively means that I have a tool box of different approaches and I use the one which is suitable to you at the right time.
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- Brentford
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- Hampton
- Hayes
- Hounslow
- Kingston upon Thames
- Richmond
- Southall
- Sunbury-on-Thames
- Teddington
- Twickenham
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors
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.