Psychodynamic Counselling in Edgware
I utilise a broad range of therapies spanning the humanistic and psychodynamic spectrum, coupled with mindfulness-based interventions.
I am an MBACP registered counsellor & coach specialising in men's mental health relating to loss & bereavement, anxiety and overwhelm, and relationship issues.
I utilise a broad range of therapies spanning the humanistic and psychodynamic spectrum, coupled with mindfulness-based interventions.
I am an MBACP registered counsellor & coach specialising in men's mental health relating to loss & bereavement, anxiety and overwhelm, and relationship issues.
I work in an integrative method, that is, focusing on one or more counselling methods - Humanistic (person centred), CBT or Psychodynamic.
Hello and welcome to my site. Life is not lived in isolation. Tensions, sadness and anger to mention a few, can upset your equilibrium. This psychological turmoil creates 'dis - ease' and can be daunting, leaving one depressed, demotivated, etc - it all needs attention. By giving expression to these feelings in a safe, talking therapy environment where CBT together with an Integrative approach is offered, the light can start to shine once more. Let’s journey together to find a path through to navigate life’s challenges with renewed strength and clarity. Naturally compassionate. Let's meet and greet!
I work in an integrative method, that is, focusing on one or more counselling methods - Humanistic (person centred), CBT or Psychodynamic.
Hello and welcome to my site. Life is not lived in isolation. Tensions, sadness and anger to mention a few, can upset your equilibrium. This psychological turmoil creates 'dis - ease' and can be daunting, leaving one depressed, demotivated, etc - it all needs attention. By giving expression to these feelings in a safe, talking therapy environment where CBT together with an Integrative approach is offered, the light can start to shine once more. Let’s journey together to find a path through to navigate life’s challenges with renewed strength and clarity. Naturally compassionate. Let's meet and greet!
Then depending on the presenting issues, we decide the most appropriate approach for your therapeutic journey whilst maintaining a psychodynamic foundation throughout.
Always anxious, feeling low and only ever imagining what a different life can look like? Are you tired of repeating the same patterns in life and ready for change? Continuously feeling misunderstood by others and sometimes even yourself? Do you often wonder who you are and what you really want in life?
Our life experiences can make us feel like there is always something to worry about, we often worry about a yesterday we will never get back and a tomorrow that is not promised. We can work together to find happiness in the present. Therapy can be a daunting place, and everyone has their views on how it may help.
Then depending on the presenting issues, we decide the most appropriate approach for your therapeutic journey whilst maintaining a psychodynamic foundation throughout.
Always anxious, feeling low and only ever imagining what a different life can look like? Are you tired of repeating the same patterns in life and ready for change? Continuously feeling misunderstood by others and sometimes even yourself? Do you often wonder who you are and what you really want in life?
Our life experiences can make us feel like there is always something to worry about, we often worry about a yesterday we will never get back and a tomorrow that is not promised. We can work together to find happiness in the present. Therapy can be a daunting place, and everyone has their views on how it may help.
My approach is psychodynamic: this means that I work with the deeper underlying issues.
Sometimes in life you arrive at a point where you know that you need some help. The problems that you are facing are too much for you to overcome on your own. In particular, if you are a young adult, you are confronted with a unique set of challenges that needs someone who understands those challenges and has experience in helping you navigate your way through them. Whether it is bullying, or a feeling that you don't fit in, or whether it is depression and anxiety, stress or relationship problems or problems to do with gender and sexuality, I can offer you a safe place to explore these issues.
My approach is psychodynamic: this means that I work with the deeper underlying issues.
Sometimes in life you arrive at a point where you know that you need some help. The problems that you are facing are too much for you to overcome on your own. In particular, if you are a young adult, you are confronted with a unique set of challenges that needs someone who understands those challenges and has experience in helping you navigate your way through them. Whether it is bullying, or a feeling that you don't fit in, or whether it is depression and anxiety, stress or relationship problems or problems to do with gender and sexuality, I can offer you a safe place to explore these issues.
I am an experienced & qualified psychotherapist/coaching psychologist mostly working with a mix of cognitive behavioural therapy CBT & Psychodynamic theory.
My specialism is anxiety - I have been working with people who suffer from anxiety for many years, I have an in-depth knowledge in this area. I have seen many people come with little hope, only to find that things can improve, and that they don't have to live in fear and dread.
I am an experienced & qualified psychotherapist/coaching psychologist mostly working with a mix of cognitive behavioural therapy CBT & Psychodynamic theory.
My specialism is anxiety - I have been working with people who suffer from anxiety for many years, I have an in-depth knowledge in this area. I have seen many people come with little hope, only to find that things can improve, and that they don't have to live in fear and dread.
What does a Psychodynamic Counsellor offer over a CBT Counsellor?
I apply Psychodynamic Theory in a straight forward manner to help you understand what is troubling you and how, working collaboratively we can lessen the symptoms that have brought you to counselling. I have worked effectively, but not exclusively with individuals experiencing low mood, anxiety, hopelessness, difficult family relations and low self esteem.
What does a Psychodynamic Counsellor offer over a CBT Counsellor?
I apply Psychodynamic Theory in a straight forward manner to help you understand what is troubling you and how, working collaboratively we can lessen the symptoms that have brought you to counselling. I have worked effectively, but not exclusively with individuals experiencing low mood, anxiety, hopelessness, difficult family relations and low self esteem.
A typical treatment plan involve exploring your past and present experiences, identifying patterns, and addressing emotional pain through a combination of humanistic and psychodynamic therapy.
Anxiety, feeling on edge, distressing thoughts, depression, avoidance, loss of interest, or excessive self-blame are common reactions to trauma. These responses are often overlooked, yet they can create significant obstacles in life. With over two decades of experience in psychology, special education, and therapy, I specialize in trauma, PTSD, relationship difficulties, divorce, and parenting. I believe safety and validation are essential for healing, and I aim to create a space where your emotions and experiences are fully acknowledged and validated.
A typical treatment plan involve exploring your past and present experiences, identifying patterns, and addressing emotional pain through a combination of humanistic and psychodynamic therapy.
Anxiety, feeling on edge, distressing thoughts, depression, avoidance, loss of interest, or excessive self-blame are common reactions to trauma. These responses are often overlooked, yet they can create significant obstacles in life. With over two decades of experience in psychology, special education, and therapy, I specialize in trauma, PTSD, relationship difficulties, divorce, and parenting. I believe safety and validation are essential for healing, and I aim to create a space where your emotions and experiences are fully acknowledged and validated.
I am an experienced and qualified Psychodynamic Counsellor.
Not everybody has been fortunate enough to have been heard. To talk and feel they are being listened to. I would like to be able to give you this opportunity. In a safe, reliable and comfortable setting I will offer you a non-judgemental space in which to explore difficult feelings and share your thoughts. Life is often fast paced and I would like to offer you the opportunity to slow down a little.
I am an experienced and qualified Psychodynamic Counsellor.
Not everybody has been fortunate enough to have been heard. To talk and feel they are being listened to. I would like to be able to give you this opportunity. In a safe, reliable and comfortable setting I will offer you a non-judgemental space in which to explore difficult feelings and share your thoughts. Life is often fast paced and I would like to offer you the opportunity to slow down a little.
As a trained psychodynamic counsellor, I offer a safe non-judgmental and confidential environment, where you can feel comfortable and at ease in expressing and exploring your feelings.
Counselling can provide you with help and support if you are going through a difficult time. I understand that you may be feeling anxious, a lack of connection, have a sense of loss or just feel stuck. You may even feel disconcerted or ill at ease, and cannot understand why or who to turn to. Coming to counselling may feel daunting, but actually is a sign of strength, and is often the first brave step towards finding a stronger sense of self and inner peace.
As a trained psychodynamic counsellor, I offer a safe non-judgmental and confidential environment, where you can feel comfortable and at ease in expressing and exploring your feelings.
Counselling can provide you with help and support if you are going through a difficult time. I understand that you may be feeling anxious, a lack of connection, have a sense of loss or just feel stuck. You may even feel disconcerted or ill at ease, and cannot understand why or who to turn to. Coming to counselling may feel daunting, but actually is a sign of strength, and is often the first brave step towards finding a stronger sense of self and inner peace.
I am an accredited and registered psychotherapist and psychosexual therapist with twenty four years experience in Primary Care mental health service. I work with a variety of psychological conditions and I aim to help my clients to develop the tools they need to cope with life's challenges. My practice is informed by the latest researches highlighting the mind-body connection and the way that brain and body work together both in well being as in ill health. It is an insight-oriented psychotherapy.
I am an accredited and registered psychotherapist and psychosexual therapist with twenty four years experience in Primary Care mental health service. I work with a variety of psychological conditions and I aim to help my clients to develop the tools they need to cope with life's challenges. My practice is informed by the latest researches highlighting the mind-body connection and the way that brain and body work together both in well being as in ill health. It is an insight-oriented psychotherapy.
Life can be tough, and sometimes you can be overwhelmed by seemingly impossible problems. I specialise in helping adults dealing with the challenges of caring for others or who are bereaved. I also have a special focus on older clients many of whom have never had counselling before. It can be an enormous help when a trained, non-judgemental person, independent from those around you, really listens to you. My work helps you find a positive way through challenges, thoughts, and feelings. This helps you manage the complications of life which can lead to stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression if not addressed.
Life can be tough, and sometimes you can be overwhelmed by seemingly impossible problems. I specialise in helping adults dealing with the challenges of caring for others or who are bereaved. I also have a special focus on older clients many of whom have never had counselling before. It can be an enormous help when a trained, non-judgemental person, independent from those around you, really listens to you. My work helps you find a positive way through challenges, thoughts, and feelings. This helps you manage the complications of life which can lead to stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression if not addressed.
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Hi, I am Shoshana. I am an Art Psychotherapist. Whether you are struggling to cope with current events or longer term unresolved feelings, I can help you explore the meaning of these emotions and how to process through them to become healthier and happier in yourself. By using art in the therapy, we can explore deep rooted causes for why we feel the way we do. Art helps us reach our unconscious voice that wants to be heard. Through developing a relationship in a safe and confidential space, I will help you explore what it is that you need to process.
Hi, I am Shoshana. I am an Art Psychotherapist. Whether you are struggling to cope with current events or longer term unresolved feelings, I can help you explore the meaning of these emotions and how to process through them to become healthier and happier in yourself. By using art in the therapy, we can explore deep rooted causes for why we feel the way we do. Art helps us reach our unconscious voice that wants to be heard. Through developing a relationship in a safe and confidential space, I will help you explore what it is that you need to process.
Have you ever felt like everything is just too much and you have no one to talk to who will really listen to you and understand how you feel? This is what my clients experience when they come to see me. I have over 30 years of experience working with many different people and issues and I can listen without getting involved on a personal level so that I can use my many skills to help you. My sole purpose is to support your growth and development to deal effectively with your life and overcome your difficulties. My passion is to help people become more functional and effective in their work, home, family and social relationships.
Have you ever felt like everything is just too much and you have no one to talk to who will really listen to you and understand how you feel? This is what my clients experience when they come to see me. I have over 30 years of experience working with many different people and issues and I can listen without getting involved on a personal level so that I can use my many skills to help you. My sole purpose is to support your growth and development to deal effectively with your life and overcome your difficulties. My passion is to help people become more functional and effective in their work, home, family and social relationships.
I have worked as a Counsellor for over 30 years and can help you if you are struggling with Relationship issues, Bereavement, Anxiety and Depression. I treat both adults and adolescents and am also interested in helping people who are generally struggling with their identity and finding meaning in life. I am a warm and approachable person and am happy to offer therapy via FaceTime, What’s App or Skype
I have worked as a Counsellor for over 30 years and can help you if you are struggling with Relationship issues, Bereavement, Anxiety and Depression. I treat both adults and adolescents and am also interested in helping people who are generally struggling with their identity and finding meaning in life. I am a warm and approachable person and am happy to offer therapy via FaceTime, What’s App or Skype
In my practise I have worked with individuals from teenagers through to adults past retirement age all with their own way of being and feeling about the world they experience. You may express your own uniqueness in several different ways, from ways of thinking (neurodiverse), sexuality and cultural identity. However you experience the world I offer a safe space where you can explore the challenges your are facing and hope to work with you to build up a sense of trust to allow you to explore your thoughts and behaviours in as much depth as you feel comfortable.
In my practise I have worked with individuals from teenagers through to adults past retirement age all with their own way of being and feeling about the world they experience. You may express your own uniqueness in several different ways, from ways of thinking (neurodiverse), sexuality and cultural identity. However you experience the world I offer a safe space where you can explore the challenges your are facing and hope to work with you to build up a sense of trust to allow you to explore your thoughts and behaviours in as much depth as you feel comfortable.
Hi, Im Sharon Zeidman an accredited Psychotherapist dedicated to guiding individuals through their well-being journeys with empathy, compassion, and professional expertise. I provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to improve their emotional, psychological, and behavioural well-being. A space where your thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I work in a person centred and relational manner-we work on what is important and meaningful to You. This could be personal growth, issues causing relationship strain or any other mental health concerns.
Hi, Im Sharon Zeidman an accredited Psychotherapist dedicated to guiding individuals through their well-being journeys with empathy, compassion, and professional expertise. I provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to improve their emotional, psychological, and behavioural well-being. A space where your thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I work in a person centred and relational manner-we work on what is important and meaningful to You. This could be personal growth, issues causing relationship strain or any other mental health concerns.
I am an integrative psychotherapist/counsellor, meaning I have been trained to use a variety of approaches to be able to work fluidly with you and whatever issue has led you to seek therapy. Part of human experience is to encounter challenges in many different guises. Sometimes these challenges upset our inner equilibrium and that can feel very difficult and overwhelming to cope with. Maybe you have been coping with something for a long time? Perhaps you are looking for support beyond family and friends? My strength is in my ability to create a warm, supportive space in which you can talk without fear of being dismissed or judged.
I am an integrative psychotherapist/counsellor, meaning I have been trained to use a variety of approaches to be able to work fluidly with you and whatever issue has led you to seek therapy. Part of human experience is to encounter challenges in many different guises. Sometimes these challenges upset our inner equilibrium and that can feel very difficult and overwhelming to cope with. Maybe you have been coping with something for a long time? Perhaps you are looking for support beyond family and friends? My strength is in my ability to create a warm, supportive space in which you can talk without fear of being dismissed or judged.
"Dianne helped my husband and I bridge seemingly impossible gaps in our understanding of each other and ability to communicate despite considerable differences. Dianne took us from a place where we encountered apparently unresolvable emotional blockages daily, from a place of frustration and chronic misunderstanding to a place where we were able to appreciate each other's feelings and show love to one another increasingly unreservedly. She was skilfully professional, without ever faltering in compassion or humanity. She has given us the tools we needed to succeed in our marriage and we are hugely grateful for her help. " Annon
"Dianne helped my husband and I bridge seemingly impossible gaps in our understanding of each other and ability to communicate despite considerable differences. Dianne took us from a place where we encountered apparently unresolvable emotional blockages daily, from a place of frustration and chronic misunderstanding to a place where we were able to appreciate each other's feelings and show love to one another increasingly unreservedly. She was skilfully professional, without ever faltering in compassion or humanity. She has given us the tools we needed to succeed in our marriage and we are hugely grateful for her help. " Annon
Hi! I’m Amy. I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I was very lucky to really enjoy going to university to study psychology. I quickly knew it was the area I wanted to work in and so began my journey in training to be one, completing masters and doctorate degrees along the way! I’ve worked with lots of different people, including children and young people, older adults and people with intellectual disabilities, neurodevelopmental and neurological conditions. I have also worked with include both child and adult eating disorders, OCD, psychosis, stroke rehabilitation and people who have offended who are staying in hospital.
Hi! I’m Amy. I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I was very lucky to really enjoy going to university to study psychology. I quickly knew it was the area I wanted to work in and so began my journey in training to be one, completing masters and doctorate degrees along the way! I’ve worked with lots of different people, including children and young people, older adults and people with intellectual disabilities, neurodevelopmental and neurological conditions. I have also worked with include both child and adult eating disorders, OCD, psychosis, stroke rehabilitation and people who have offended who are staying in hospital.
Hi! I'm Laura, a Clinical Psychologist trained in the UK and based at The Oak Tree Practice and Little Bee Clinic in Finchley, London. I appreciate that choosing a psychologist can be a tricky task so am always happy to have a chat before agreeing to meet! I believe therapy is an active process where we work together to really make a difference to your life, whether that be by managing difficult thoughts and feelings, to taking action to improve challenges you’re experiencing. Therapy can also be useful to help you better understand how your mind works & why you are the way you are!
Hi! I'm Laura, a Clinical Psychologist trained in the UK and based at The Oak Tree Practice and Little Bee Clinic in Finchley, London. I appreciate that choosing a psychologist can be a tricky task so am always happy to have a chat before agreeing to meet! I believe therapy is an active process where we work together to really make a difference to your life, whether that be by managing difficult thoughts and feelings, to taking action to improve challenges you’re experiencing. Therapy can also be useful to help you better understand how your mind works & why you are the way you are!
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Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.