Psychoanalytic Counselling in Braintree
Hello, You will find Counselling with me to be a warm and comfortable environment in which you can talk about your life safely. I believe that developing an honest and trusting relationship between counsellor and client is essential. My therapy is based on building an understanding of how your life up to today, has influenced how you feel, think and behave now. We will also look at understanding how the mind and body connection is working for you now and how you can improve that connection.
Hello, You will find Counselling with me to be a warm and comfortable environment in which you can talk about your life safely. I believe that developing an honest and trusting relationship between counsellor and client is essential. My therapy is based on building an understanding of how your life up to today, has influenced how you feel, think and behave now. We will also look at understanding how the mind and body connection is working for you now and how you can improve that connection.
My priority is always to understand you - your goals, challenges, and aspirations - so that we can create meaningful, lasting change together. I am passionate about making a difference in your life, whether that means helping you overcome pain, stress and trauma or supporting you in building resilience and reaching your fullest potential!
I have worked extensively with people impacted by addiction, bereavement trauma and other major life changes, using a range of therapeutic techniques to provide comprehensive support. My approach will be tailored to you, continuously adapting to your evolving needs.
My priority is always to understand you - your goals, challenges, and aspirations - so that we can create meaningful, lasting change together. I am passionate about making a difference in your life, whether that means helping you overcome pain, stress and trauma or supporting you in building resilience and reaching your fullest potential!
I have worked extensively with people impacted by addiction, bereavement trauma and other major life changes, using a range of therapeutic techniques to provide comprehensive support. My approach will be tailored to you, continuously adapting to your evolving needs.
Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
Are you struggling with the stresses and strains that family, friendship, and/ or work life can bring and unsure what to do? Life is not always easy or straightforward, our lives can become challenging at times, causing us to feel overwhelmed with an array of complex emotions which can have an impact on our daily lives. Very often we don’t have someone that we can completely share our innermost thoughts and feelings with so having someone who is a trained professional, allows the opportunity to open up and confide in. I trust that I am able to provide a safe, non-judgemental space to work collaboratively with you.
I believe that therapy should be accessible to everyone no matter their back ground or social status.
I specialize in psychodynamic therapy, which explores how unconscious processes and past experiences shape current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This therapeutic approach is particularly effective for those experiencing anxiety, depression, or struggling to understand themselves on a deeper level. Psychodynamic therapy is a proven and powerful tool for addressing emotional difficulties, as it helps individuals make sense of their emotions and life experiences.
I believe that therapy should be accessible to everyone no matter their back ground or social status.
I specialize in psychodynamic therapy, which explores how unconscious processes and past experiences shape current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. This therapeutic approach is particularly effective for those experiencing anxiety, depression, or struggling to understand themselves on a deeper level. Psychodynamic therapy is a proven and powerful tool for addressing emotional difficulties, as it helps individuals make sense of their emotions and life experiences.
As a psychodynamic counsellor with 15 years experience both in the education and NHS sector, I have worked with a range of clinical themes including: trauma, parental illness and terminal illness, anxiety, incontinence, ADHD, absconding, abuse, domestic violence, bereavement and grief, aggression, psychosomatic illness, disassociation disorder, depression, LGBTQ+. This list is not exhaustive to my knowledge and understanding to the many other themes that clients may present with. If you are willing to go on this journey with me and to trust me with your mental health, I will be there to support you every step of the way
As a psychodynamic counsellor with 15 years experience both in the education and NHS sector, I have worked with a range of clinical themes including: trauma, parental illness and terminal illness, anxiety, incontinence, ADHD, absconding, abuse, domestic violence, bereavement and grief, aggression, psychosomatic illness, disassociation disorder, depression, LGBTQ+. This list is not exhaustive to my knowledge and understanding to the many other themes that clients may present with. If you are willing to go on this journey with me and to trust me with your mental health, I will be there to support you every step of the way
With years of professional experience I provide psychotherapeutic and counselling support specialising in:
• Severe anxiety (work-related, health, social, stress)
• Substance dependency (including alcohol and drugs)
• Addictions (including gambling, sex/masturbation, social media)
• ADHD / ADD
• Autism / ASD and other neurodiversities
• Effects of trauma
• Depression and low-self esteem
• Relationship issues, including infidelity
• Loss & grief.
Contact me for a FREE, 30 minute phone consultation (with no follow-up obligation) so you can get a feel for how I will support you. I will reply within hours on the same day.
With years of professional experience I provide psychotherapeutic and counselling support specialising in:
• Severe anxiety (work-related, health, social, stress)
• Substance dependency (including alcohol and drugs)
• Addictions (including gambling, sex/masturbation, social media)
• ADHD / ADD
• Autism / ASD and other neurodiversities
• Effects of trauma
• Depression and low-self esteem
• Relationship issues, including infidelity
• Loss & grief.
Contact me for a FREE, 30 minute phone consultation (with no follow-up obligation) so you can get a feel for how I will support you. I will reply within hours on the same day.
I am very mindful of how difficult finding a therapist that you feel comfortable with can be and I offer a calm and compassionate approach, while we gain an understanding of your concerns. My primary therapeutic method is ‘psychodynamic’ but I draw on a variety of ‘models’ to help in whichever way is appropriate: These may include CBT or EFT. Once we have revealed, talked-through and understood the root causes of your concerns we can examine ways of dealing with the issues and moving forward. This is a very much a joint effort where we work together to help you through the troublesome episode and out the other side.
I am very mindful of how difficult finding a therapist that you feel comfortable with can be and I offer a calm and compassionate approach, while we gain an understanding of your concerns. My primary therapeutic method is ‘psychodynamic’ but I draw on a variety of ‘models’ to help in whichever way is appropriate: These may include CBT or EFT. Once we have revealed, talked-through and understood the root causes of your concerns we can examine ways of dealing with the issues and moving forward. This is a very much a joint effort where we work together to help you through the troublesome episode and out the other side.
I’m passionate about helping people develop into the most authentic, and chosen, version of themselves. Are you feeling ashamed, anxious, angry or sad? Do you find you get stuck in the same patterns of relationships? Are you trying to avoid difficult memories, and is this limiting your quality of life? I get the exhaustion. You are not alone. I am trained to doctoral level in a variety of therapeutic approaches (including CBT) and have additional training in CAT and EMDR. In a nutshell, this means, together, we can work out what’s going on for you and use a variety of approaches to get you heading in the direction.
I’m passionate about helping people develop into the most authentic, and chosen, version of themselves. Are you feeling ashamed, anxious, angry or sad? Do you find you get stuck in the same patterns of relationships? Are you trying to avoid difficult memories, and is this limiting your quality of life? I get the exhaustion. You are not alone. I am trained to doctoral level in a variety of therapeutic approaches (including CBT) and have additional training in CAT and EMDR. In a nutshell, this means, together, we can work out what’s going on for you and use a variety of approaches to get you heading in the direction.
I offer a safe and confidential environment in which you can explore, understand and work through your problems. I am able to assist you with a wide range of issues such as: stress, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, abuse, self defeating behaviours and addictions, anger, relationship issues, and much more. I work with adolescents and adults of any age and support you without judgement on your counselling journey.
I offer a safe and confidential environment in which you can explore, understand and work through your problems. I am able to assist you with a wide range of issues such as: stress, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, abuse, self defeating behaviours and addictions, anger, relationship issues, and much more. I work with adolescents and adults of any age and support you without judgement on your counselling journey.
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I offer psychoanalytic psychotherapy in person in Cambridge and online.
I've particular experience working with people seeking to deepen their creative life. Some of my work involves thinking about processes in organisations, which can be particularly helpful to people processing difficult work / organisational situations.
I offer psychoanalytic psychotherapy in person in Cambridge and online.
I've particular experience working with people seeking to deepen their creative life. Some of my work involves thinking about processes in organisations, which can be particularly helpful to people processing difficult work / organisational situations.
Welcome! “The Privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are”Carl Jung. Whether it be at home, work, or in your personal life you may desire to make change and are unsure of where to begin.
Welcome! “The Privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are”Carl Jung. Whether it be at home, work, or in your personal life you may desire to make change and are unsure of where to begin.
I specialise in supporting adults (18+) to recover from anxiety disorders (e.g. panic disorder/panic attacks, agoraphobia, emetophobia and other phobias, social anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, health anxiety, OCD, etc.), predominantly using CBT, with ERP for OCD, and EMDR. I also specialise in trauma, childhood trauma and low self-esteem/lack of confidence using recovery focused psychotherapy, including inner child rescue work, and EMDR. I am so passionate about this work as a result of my own experience of recovery.
I specialise in supporting adults (18+) to recover from anxiety disorders (e.g. panic disorder/panic attacks, agoraphobia, emetophobia and other phobias, social anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, health anxiety, OCD, etc.), predominantly using CBT, with ERP for OCD, and EMDR. I also specialise in trauma, childhood trauma and low self-esteem/lack of confidence using recovery focused psychotherapy, including inner child rescue work, and EMDR. I am so passionate about this work as a result of my own experience of recovery.
I am a fully qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor MA Child Psych, Dipl Supv, PG-Dip CAMHS, BA (Hons) I have been working in the field for over twenty years with vast experience within all areas of mental health and emotional wellbeing. Whether you are an adult, child, couple or family I can help you work through your current, and or, past issues that are impacting your life, sense of self, relationships etc.
I am a fully qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor MA Child Psych, Dipl Supv, PG-Dip CAMHS, BA (Hons) I have been working in the field for over twenty years with vast experience within all areas of mental health and emotional wellbeing. Whether you are an adult, child, couple or family I can help you work through your current, and or, past issues that are impacting your life, sense of self, relationships etc.
You’ve felt it, the tight knot in your chest, the looping thoughts, trauma whispering “danger” when you’re safe. Depression’s heavy fog stealing your mornings.Nights when your body refuses to rest because your nervous system is locked in alert. You’ve tried the pills.They mute the pain but don’t fix the wiring and you already sense they’re quietly costing you years of life.
What if it could all change naturally and permanently? Imagine your nervous system calming and growing stronger.Old subconscious patterns dissolving.Your reflexes rewired for joy instead of fear, not to flinch at shadows, but to reach for presence & life itself.
You’ve felt it, the tight knot in your chest, the looping thoughts, trauma whispering “danger” when you’re safe. Depression’s heavy fog stealing your mornings.Nights when your body refuses to rest because your nervous system is locked in alert. You’ve tried the pills.They mute the pain but don’t fix the wiring and you already sense they’re quietly costing you years of life.
What if it could all change naturally and permanently? Imagine your nervous system calming and growing stronger.Old subconscious patterns dissolving.Your reflexes rewired for joy instead of fear, not to flinch at shadows, but to reach for presence & life itself.
Why we come to therapy may not necessarily at first appear connected to relationships in our lives past or present. What often becomes evident however, is that the relationship we have with ourselves, such as with our thoughts, feelings, desires, worries and concerns may be a source of difficulty for us. Looking at this relationship together offers a route to transformation.
Why we come to therapy may not necessarily at first appear connected to relationships in our lives past or present. What often becomes evident however, is that the relationship we have with ourselves, such as with our thoughts, feelings, desires, worries and concerns may be a source of difficulty for us. Looking at this relationship together offers a route to transformation.
There are times in all our lives when we feel we have lost our way, need some to listen or simply want somebody to help us reach the next step in our journey. Maybe that sounds like you and you're looking for help to take that first step, or simply share your concerns in a safe space and really feel heard. My focus is to help individuals heal, energise, and become aware of their inner strengths by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customising a treatment plan. My specialities include Relationship+Family Counselling, Anxiety+Depression, Abuse+Narcissism and Grief+Loss
There are times in all our lives when we feel we have lost our way, need some to listen or simply want somebody to help us reach the next step in our journey. Maybe that sounds like you and you're looking for help to take that first step, or simply share your concerns in a safe space and really feel heard. My focus is to help individuals heal, energise, and become aware of their inner strengths by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customising a treatment plan. My specialities include Relationship+Family Counselling, Anxiety+Depression, Abuse+Narcissism and Grief+Loss
Whatever life's challenges or goals may be, it can help to think with another to find understanding and change. Working with individuals (16+) and couples, I provide warm, non-judgemental, compassionate therapy in a confidential space - online or in person from a dedicated consulting room at my Chelmsford home - to support you in an exploration towards insight, resilience and a freer, more positive way of living.
Whatever life's challenges or goals may be, it can help to think with another to find understanding and change. Working with individuals (16+) and couples, I provide warm, non-judgemental, compassionate therapy in a confidential space - online or in person from a dedicated consulting room at my Chelmsford home - to support you in an exploration towards insight, resilience and a freer, more positive way of living.
I have over 20 years' experience as a senior specialist psychotherapist and counsellor in the NHS. My approach to both psychological and physiological suffering is to help patients work through their often long-standing personal difficulties, whilst promoting self-acceptance and committed action. An assumption I bring to my clinical practice is that most people want to live their lives in a direction of their choosing and in a way that reflects their personal values. As a therapist, my main focus is on those things that keep us 'stuck', that make it difficult for us to feel connected to the people and things that matter to us.
I have over 20 years' experience as a senior specialist psychotherapist and counsellor in the NHS. My approach to both psychological and physiological suffering is to help patients work through their often long-standing personal difficulties, whilst promoting self-acceptance and committed action. An assumption I bring to my clinical practice is that most people want to live their lives in a direction of their choosing and in a way that reflects their personal values. As a therapist, my main focus is on those things that keep us 'stuck', that make it difficult for us to feel connected to the people and things that matter to us.
My name is Rachel, and I am an Art Psychotherapist based in Colchester, Essex. I have an MA in Art Psychotherapy from Goldsmiths College, University of London.
I practise using a non-directive psychodynamic approach, which means you are free to use the art materials in your own way. This method encourages exploration of how past experiences may influence your current thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
Through this process, we can build trust, self-awareness, and help you better understand your emotions and behaviours.
My name is Rachel, and I am an Art Psychotherapist based in Colchester, Essex. I have an MA in Art Psychotherapy from Goldsmiths College, University of London.
I practise using a non-directive psychodynamic approach, which means you are free to use the art materials in your own way. This method encourages exploration of how past experiences may influence your current thoughts, feelings, and behaviours.
Through this process, we can build trust, self-awareness, and help you better understand your emotions and behaviours.
I use a psychodynamic approach, this includes psychoanalytic, attachment based and group analytic.
I am a fully qualified individual psychotherapist and group psychoanalyst working with individuals and groups, in-person and online. I offer short-term, and medium-term therapy, as well as more open-ended therapy.
I work with individuals and groups in private practice with a variety of issues with people from diverse backgrounds. These include relationship issues, depression, anger, social isolation, self-esteem, loneliness, life-stage difficulties, stress, loss, trauma, abuse, cultural adaption issues, women's issues.
I use a psychodynamic approach, this includes psychoanalytic, attachment based and group analytic.
I am a fully qualified individual psychotherapist and group psychoanalyst working with individuals and groups, in-person and online. I offer short-term, and medium-term therapy, as well as more open-ended therapy.
I work with individuals and groups in private practice with a variety of issues with people from diverse backgrounds. These include relationship issues, depression, anger, social isolation, self-esteem, loneliness, life-stage difficulties, stress, loss, trauma, abuse, cultural adaption issues, women's issues.
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- Basildon
- Billericay
- Brentwood
- Chelmsford
- Colchester
- Dunmow
- Halstead
- Maldon
- Saffron Walden
- Sudbury
- Wickford
- Witham
Psychoanalytic Counsellors
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.