Counselling in Enfield

There may be a host of reasons why you are considering counselling at the moment. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed or having difficulty processing past experiences? Maybe you have realised that you keep repeating the same self-defeating patterns and getting the same negative outcomes? Or perhaps you want to build your self-confidence and find the power to change and be the person you want to be...? Life can can feel overwhelming and challenging but you have the ability to make profound and lasting changes, and I would love to help you.

Taking the first step in therapy may be the hardest. Perhaps you have never opened up to anyone before, and this might seem like a daunting or overwhelming prospect. It is easy to get stuck in old patterns of behaviour, which prevent us from realising our potential or moving our lives forward. Do you carry baggage from your past or have fears for the future? You may be struggling to come to terms with the loss of a loved one, or perhaps you have self-destructive thoughts. You could have problems with addiction or depression or be locked in an abusive relationship or an unhappy marriage. I am here to help you find the real you.

You may have found yourself here as a result of wanting help with things that feel overwhelming right now. Perhaps your relationship isn't going in the direction you would like or work is becoming difficult to face. Maybe you have suffered a bereavement or you have a daily struggle with anxiety or depression. Whatever your battle may be, counselling is a way to gain support and a deeper understanding for what is impacting you and your life. I mainly use the psychodynamic modality, however I draw on a range of theoretical perspectives, depending on what is explored.

I specialise in seeing individual clients who have experienced loss and grief, and couples who need support around their relationships. Even in situations where we do not experience bereavement explicitly – in divorce, for example, or when events conspire to permanently deny us certain opportunities – we can experience this shattering dimension of loss. It can be very difficult to talk about these issues, others do not know what to say to you, and may even minimise your loss. It can be a great relief to speak to someone non-judgmental, who really listens and can understand the world from your perspective.

If you are feeling troubled and are not sure how to move forward it may be a relief to talk things through. I specialise in working with people who have lost someone close, experienced a trauma that haunts them or an unexpected change in life such as a sudden loss, a health, work, or family problem. Difficulties in your relationships or work can cause anxiety, anger and loneliness in daily life and impact your sense of self. Often problems stem from the past, and unhealthy patterns can re-emerge. I can offer a safe space where together we can explore, locate, and work through what is troubling you so as to help you move forward.

If you feel low, stressed, overwhelmed or anxious, having difficulties at work or in your relationships, struggling with your physical health, feeling angry, stuck, afraid or confused or you simply wish to understand yourself better, you are in the right place. I offer psychological therapy for: • Stress, Anxiety, Burn out • Low mood, depression • Imposter syndrome •Work related stress • Panic attacks, phobias • Trauma, PTSD • Relationship difficulties, separation , divorce • Low self-esteem , lack of confidence • Adjustment difficulties, coping with transition and life change, bereavement • Cardiac conditions, long covid.

I'll work with you on a deep, holistic and energetic level; focusing on the mental, emotional and spiritual. I'll go deeper than the symptom or diagnosis, treating you as a whole. I'll help guide you to the root causes of your imbalances and work on a deeper sub-conscious level. I use powerful tools to help you access, feel and heal what's blocking you from living a healthy life of joy, passion and purpose. From Reiki, to Breath Work, to intuitive guidance, creative visualisation, journaling, meditation, to gentle counsel. I use what works, for you, personally, in the moment, at the time it's needed.

I am a warm & empathic integrative counsellor working to help you with your everyday concerns and mental health challenges. I am committed to helping you build positive mental health & reach your full potential, whatever that looks like for you. You might wonder how I work; I am an Integrative counsellor combining three approaches; I am person centred at the core meaning that I am client led, you are in charge of the focus/concerns of your sessions. I also use a psychodynamic approach to explore your past and cognitive behavioural approach to think about how to deal with everyday unhelpful thinking, all according to your needs.

In the world we live in life presents us with many difficulties in our everyday functioning. Our personal life, our working environment, difficult experiences from our past , the relationship we have or had with significant others and so on. Being a therapist i am here to assist you with any of the above and much more. Everyone is unique in thier own way and my therapeutic interaction would be tailored to your needs.

Therapy can make a difference - it can help you to carry on when you feel that life is impossible. Each of us has our own story to tell, and our own particular reason for choosing therapy. Perhaps you are finding it hard to cope with the end of a relationship? Or feeling the pain of raw grief at losing a loved one? You may have been living with painful feelings and thoughts for a long time, perhaps because of an unhappy relationship with parents or siblings - the effects of dysfunctional relationships can build up over years, affecting your self-esteem and confidence.

Feel comfortable enough to truly express what is really going on. To find clarity, relief and be empowered in discovering how to move forward with professional support. I have been working successfully with depression, anxiety, addiction and recovery, male issues, sexual identity, confidence & direction, childhood trauma, breakups & divorce, work stress and bereavement. As an integrative counsellor there are a variety of techniques which can be used to address each issue in their own way. I have a proven track record within local services & private practice. Free telephone consultation (Online/Enfield Town/Islington)

Having been a practitioner for many years, working with clients from childhood to adulthood, I can see the range of benefits to all ages therapy can have. I am a Psychodynamic Counsellor and Child & Adolescent Integrative Psychotherapist situated in Enfield and Golders Green, North London. Working either long-term or solution-focused short term depending on what is suitable for you at the present time. As well as many years of clinical experience, I am an Integrative Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychotherapy and Counselling Supervisor.

Sometimes you may feel a sense of general dissatisfaction and unhappiness in your life, but you may be unsure where this stems from, and sometimes you may have the understanding but not the motivation or resources to deal with the uncomfortable feelings. In our sessions, we will have the chance to explore whatever is troubling you and help you build on your resources and strengths to confront whatever you are dealing with at the time or in the past. Together, we will identify your patterns of behaviour and relating to others which may be preventing you from realising your true potential and living a fulfilled life.

Starting therapy can feel unnerving, often it takes time and courage for one to take the first step. Often this initial anxiety about starting therapy can be down to, in part, not knowing what to expect. An initial session, often referred to as an assessment, can be a way of knowing whether or not you and I would like to start working together. Perhaps there are specific things in your life that are bothering you, or maybe you are not sure about why you are feeling the way that you are. Therapy is a place where we can think together in a confidential space.

Most of us experience feelings of sadness, loss, frustration, anger and stress at some time in our lives. It can be extremely difficult to express, understand and resolve these feelings when we are emotionally distressed. It may also be difficult to share some issues with family and friends for fear of being judged or misunderstood. I am here to offer you an empathic and non-judgmental ear. I am a highly experienced psychotherapist, offering a safe, calm and supportive space for you to work through those experiences and feelings, which are preventing you from leading a happy and fulfilling life.

The past couple of years has made therapy accessible to all and online therapy was a lifesaver when we were not able to see our therapists in person and still is for many. For some, speaking to a counsellor virtually may feel like work, when you are already working from home and attending online meetings, it may also be difficult to switch off, having your family or flatmates close by during a session. Finding a therapist who is willing to see you face to face has recently become quite challenging. There's something quite calming about just sharing your thoughts and feelings in a space knowing you won't be interrupted.

Common difficulties I work with are depression and anxiety, low self-esteem and trauma. This means you might be struggling to manage stressors in your daily life, often feeling overwhelmed and that life is just too much to cope with. You might be struggling with socialising or managing day to day life tasks or finding it hard to move on from a difficult or traumatic experience, despite it being in the past. My aim as a therapist is to help you develop the skills and tools you need to manage life’s challenges again and to help you feel hopeful about the future.