Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Hitchin
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, I have experience working in helping clients with anxiety disorders, depression, relational issues, trauma and family conflicts. I believe you are the expert of your story and the aim of the work is assisting you in taking the steps towards change. I am here to support and empower people in that journey, walking alongside them. My clinical experience spans across post natal services, IAPT, Specialist CAMHS and private practice. I am an Associate for RDA Psychology Practice and am available to offer therapy in Hitchin, Ware and Online.
I am a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist, I have experience working in helping clients with anxiety disorders, depression, relational issues, trauma and family conflicts. I believe you are the expert of your story and the aim of the work is assisting you in taking the steps towards change. I am here to support and empower people in that journey, walking alongside them. My clinical experience spans across post natal services, IAPT, Specialist CAMHS and private practice. I am an Associate for RDA Psychology Practice and am available to offer therapy in Hitchin, Ware and Online.
Hi, I am Geena, a qualified and experienced Clinical Psychologist. I am registered with the Health & Care Professions Council and hold membership with the Associates of Clinical Psychologists UK. I have trained and worked in a variety of different settings including with children and young people, children and young people with neurodiversity, adults, families, mothers and babies during the perinatal period, people with intellectual disabilities and older adults with dementia. I currently work as a Specialist Clinical Psychologist in the NHS in Specialist CAMHS. I am also an Associate for RDA Psychology Practice.
Hi, I am Geena, a qualified and experienced Clinical Psychologist. I am registered with the Health & Care Professions Council and hold membership with the Associates of Clinical Psychologists UK. I have trained and worked in a variety of different settings including with children and young people, children and young people with neurodiversity, adults, families, mothers and babies during the perinatal period, people with intellectual disabilities and older adults with dementia. I currently work as a Specialist Clinical Psychologist in the NHS in Specialist CAMHS. I am also an Associate for RDA Psychology Practice.
My work is primarily informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Hello, I’m Hannah. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a background in NHS and private settings, offering a calm and compassionate space to explore what’s brought you to therapy. I work with adults who are adjusting to health challenges, experiencing anxiety or low mood, or navigating significant life changes. These experiences can feel overwhelming or difficult to make sense of. I aim to offer a warm, safe, and approachable space to reflect on what’s been happening, consider what feels most important to you, and explore practical, meaningful ways forward.
My work is primarily informed by Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Hello, I’m Hannah. I’m a Clinical Psychologist with a background in NHS and private settings, offering a calm and compassionate space to explore what’s brought you to therapy. I work with adults who are adjusting to health challenges, experiencing anxiety or low mood, or navigating significant life changes. These experiences can feel overwhelming or difficult to make sense of. I aim to offer a warm, safe, and approachable space to reflect on what’s been happening, consider what feels most important to you, and explore practical, meaningful ways forward.
Maybe you can see where you want to be and don't know how to get there, or maybe you just feel totally lost.
Are you finding yourself repeating old patterns, or in habits that you just know aren't helpful, but don't seem to be able to stop? Maybe you're avoiding things in life because it just feels too much. You might understand what the issue is, and why it’s there - and yet you still feel the same.
Or is there something you really could do with talking about, but you've been putting it off, or you just aren't sure where to start?
You are not alone. I can help - in London, Hertfordshire, and across the UK online.
Maybe you can see where you want to be and don't know how to get there, or maybe you just feel totally lost.
Are you finding yourself repeating old patterns, or in habits that you just know aren't helpful, but don't seem to be able to stop? Maybe you're avoiding things in life because it just feels too much. You might understand what the issue is, and why it’s there - and yet you still feel the same.
Or is there something you really could do with talking about, but you've been putting it off, or you just aren't sure where to start?
You are not alone. I can help - in London, Hertfordshire, and across the UK online.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, cultural issues, work-related stress, and living with illness. We all face times when we feel confused, stuck or unsure about what to do. During these difficult or uncertain times talking to someone who listens, yet has distance from the issue, can really help. Asking for support is not a sign of weakness. It takes courage to focus on ourselves so that we can find solutions, make changes, and move forwards. I offer compassionate, non-judgmental, confidential yet proactive therapy in a safe and supportive space. I work in the evenings and weekends.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, cultural issues, work-related stress, and living with illness. We all face times when we feel confused, stuck or unsure about what to do. During these difficult or uncertain times talking to someone who listens, yet has distance from the issue, can really help. Asking for support is not a sign of weakness. It takes courage to focus on ourselves so that we can find solutions, make changes, and move forwards. I offer compassionate, non-judgmental, confidential yet proactive therapy in a safe and supportive space. I work in the evenings and weekends.
My main therapeutic models are compassion focused therapy, narrative therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy however I will tailor my approach to you and your circumstances, always keeping your goals at the centre of our work together.
Whether you're looking to learn about yourself, navigating challenges related to your mental health, relationships, or life transitions, or seeking support to live more in line with your values, I provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore you and work toward your gaols.
My main therapeutic models are compassion focused therapy, narrative therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy however I will tailor my approach to you and your circumstances, always keeping your goals at the centre of our work together.
Whether you're looking to learn about yourself, navigating challenges related to your mental health, relationships, or life transitions, or seeking support to live more in line with your values, I provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore you and work toward your gaols.
Hello, I am Dr Rima Lamba. I'm a feminist counselling psychologist with an interest in the unique experiences of women from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds. I work closely with women who have struggled with self esteem & identity, relationship issues, difficulties in motherhood, life transitions, attachment and early trauma, and transgenerational trauma. I am particularly interested in the structural power differences that impact people, so I work closely on issues to do with patriarchy, race, culture and more. I also work with a team of therapists who can support clients, including adult families.
Hello, I am Dr Rima Lamba. I'm a feminist counselling psychologist with an interest in the unique experiences of women from a variety of ethnic and cultural backgrounds. I work closely with women who have struggled with self esteem & identity, relationship issues, difficulties in motherhood, life transitions, attachment and early trauma, and transgenerational trauma. I am particularly interested in the structural power differences that impact people, so I work closely on issues to do with patriarchy, race, culture and more. I also work with a team of therapists who can support clients, including adult families.
I draw on models such as CBT, ACT and Existential approaches, amongst others, where I not only help my clients find ways to cope with perpetuating distressing symptoms.
As a clinical psychotherapist, I have over 10 year’s experience of working with patients and clients with many different struggles and difficulties. Trained as an integrative therapist, I work in a unique way that is based on your own individual needs. I believe that everyone is different and not every modality suits everyone. I know only too well how difficult life can be, yet uniquely different, we all suffer pain and loss in many similar ways. I feel truly humbled to work in this field and would be honoured to support you. You are not alone.
I draw on models such as CBT, ACT and Existential approaches, amongst others, where I not only help my clients find ways to cope with perpetuating distressing symptoms.
As a clinical psychotherapist, I have over 10 year’s experience of working with patients and clients with many different struggles and difficulties. Trained as an integrative therapist, I work in a unique way that is based on your own individual needs. I believe that everyone is different and not every modality suits everyone. I know only too well how difficult life can be, yet uniquely different, we all suffer pain and loss in many similar ways. I feel truly humbled to work in this field and would be honoured to support you. You are not alone.
I am an integrative practitioner and the therapeutic models I adopt are Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Systemic ideas, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Mindfulness, DBT, and EMDR.
Hello, I'm Wendy and I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience working in the NHS and Charity sector. I currently work within a specialist services with individuals and families with emotional difficulties. When we first meet, we will think together about your experiences, why you have come to therapy now, and your hopes for change. I hope to offer you a warm, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic safe to help explore current difficulties and to find ways to overcome the challenges that are having an impact on your life.
I am an integrative practitioner and the therapeutic models I adopt are Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Systemic ideas, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focussed Therapy, Mindfulness, DBT, and EMDR.
Hello, I'm Wendy and I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience working in the NHS and Charity sector. I currently work within a specialist services with individuals and families with emotional difficulties. When we first meet, we will think together about your experiences, why you have come to therapy now, and your hopes for change. I hope to offer you a warm, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic safe to help explore current difficulties and to find ways to overcome the challenges that are having an impact on your life.
My clients appreciate my holistic approach to mental health. Their goal is usually to find their authentic selves, to become more self aware and to thrive and find joy and purpose, not just survive and settle for a life that is not working for them. We all want to be seen, heard and understood and that is often at the very heart of Healing.
My clients appreciate my holistic approach to mental health. Their goal is usually to find their authentic selves, to become more self aware and to thrive and find joy and purpose, not just survive and settle for a life that is not working for them. We all want to be seen, heard and understood and that is often at the very heart of Healing.
I have also received training in compassion-focused therapy (CFT) and acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT).
As a CBT and EMDR therapist, I can support individuals who are looking to make active changes to their day-to-day life. You may be struggling with feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or perhaps restricted in life due to a chronic illness. You may have goals about making life feel more meaningful, despite its challenges.
You could be aware of past experiences that are affecting the way you feel and respond to situations, and you are willing to spend time, in a safe environment, working through the difficult thoughts and feelings to reach a place where it doesn't affect you in this way anymore.
I have also received training in compassion-focused therapy (CFT) and acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT).
As a CBT and EMDR therapist, I can support individuals who are looking to make active changes to their day-to-day life. You may be struggling with feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or perhaps restricted in life due to a chronic illness. You may have goals about making life feel more meaningful, despite its challenges.
You could be aware of past experiences that are affecting the way you feel and respond to situations, and you are willing to spend time, in a safe environment, working through the difficult thoughts and feelings to reach a place where it doesn't affect you in this way anymore.
Drawing on years of experience and evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, CFT, narrative, and systemic models, I focus on helping families feel understood, empowered, and better equipped to cope with their health challenges.
I’m a HCPC-registered Paediatric Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of experience in paediatric settings. I support children and young people with physical health conditions, as well as their parents, caregivers, and families. Health challenges can bring significant emotional struggles, from fear and anxiety around medical care to low mood and frustration around changes or limitations to daily life. Hospital appointments can feel overwhelming, especially for neurodiverse children. Meanwhile, parents face stress and worry while navigating healthcare systems, supporting siblings, and managing everyday responsibilities.
Drawing on years of experience and evidence-based therapies like CBT, ACT, CFT, narrative, and systemic models, I focus on helping families feel understood, empowered, and better equipped to cope with their health challenges.
I’m a HCPC-registered Paediatric Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years of experience in paediatric settings. I support children and young people with physical health conditions, as well as their parents, caregivers, and families. Health challenges can bring significant emotional struggles, from fear and anxiety around medical care to low mood and frustration around changes or limitations to daily life. Hospital appointments can feel overwhelming, especially for neurodiverse children. Meanwhile, parents face stress and worry while navigating healthcare systems, supporting siblings, and managing everyday responsibilities.
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I primarily offer CBT and CBT-E, alongside integrating DBT, ACT and Compassion-Focused approaches where helpful.
Living with an eating disorder can be really difficult. Between guilt around food, constant body checking, and pressure to look a certain way, it can feel as if your mind is stuck in a loop that’s hard to step out of.
Many feel caught between two different versions of themselves: one that believes control over food or weight is crucial, and another that knows there is more to life than rules and self-criticism, but doesn’t know how to make lasting change. This can bring doubt, but your experience is very human and manageable.
There is a place where food feels more neutral, choices come from self-trust, and worth comes from within.
I primarily offer CBT and CBT-E, alongside integrating DBT, ACT and Compassion-Focused approaches where helpful.
Living with an eating disorder can be really difficult. Between guilt around food, constant body checking, and pressure to look a certain way, it can feel as if your mind is stuck in a loop that’s hard to step out of.
Many feel caught between two different versions of themselves: one that believes control over food or weight is crucial, and another that knows there is more to life than rules and self-criticism, but doesn’t know how to make lasting change. This can bring doubt, but your experience is very human and manageable.
There is a place where food feels more neutral, choices come from self-trust, and worth comes from within.
I offer specialised therapeutic approaches including CBT, ACT and DBT.
At some time or another, we all need help in dealing with the difficulties that life can bring. Modern, fast-paced living is often overwhelming and so making choices that are beneficial for us becomes more challenging. We often find ourselves taking decisions that move us away from who we truly are and the life we want to lead. Through therapy we can explore what has brought you to where you are now, what is no longer working for you and how to facilitate a shift towards a preferred present and future.
I offer specialised therapeutic approaches including CBT, ACT and DBT.
At some time or another, we all need help in dealing with the difficulties that life can bring. Modern, fast-paced living is often overwhelming and so making choices that are beneficial for us becomes more challenging. We often find ourselves taking decisions that move us away from who we truly are and the life we want to lead. Through therapy we can explore what has brought you to where you are now, what is no longer working for you and how to facilitate a shift towards a preferred present and future.
Dr Pointer- OCD Specialist - OCD Therapy Treatment
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
London W1S
Specialist OCD therapy (one-to-one, tailored to your OCD themes & personal psychology) - using an innovative synergy of evidence-based therapies for OCD: CBT (ERP, RF-ERP, MCT, ACT, CFT, & I-CBT).
Unique insights & practices embedded within a synergy of evidence-based therapies for OCD. Both my own personal experiences of OCD from an early age & my clinical training have led me to deeply understand OCD, & how to recover from it. I have been where you are now, & have recovered from OCD. I work with all Pure O OCD related themes, including taboo themes (e.g. POCD, Incest OCD), sexual themes (e.g. HOCD/ SO-OCD), & violent themes (e.g. Harm OCD), Magical Thinking OCD, ROCD, False Memory OCD, Real Event OCD, Somatic OCD/ Sensorimotor OCD, & “surreal” themes. My service is for adults (18+). For main website, google "Dr Pointer OCD"
Specialist OCD therapy (one-to-one, tailored to your OCD themes & personal psychology) - using an innovative synergy of evidence-based therapies for OCD: CBT (ERP, RF-ERP, MCT, ACT, CFT, & I-CBT).
Unique insights & practices embedded within a synergy of evidence-based therapies for OCD. Both my own personal experiences of OCD from an early age & my clinical training have led me to deeply understand OCD, & how to recover from it. I have been where you are now, & have recovered from OCD. I work with all Pure O OCD related themes, including taboo themes (e.g. POCD, Incest OCD), sexual themes (e.g. HOCD/ SO-OCD), & violent themes (e.g. Harm OCD), Magical Thinking OCD, ROCD, False Memory OCD, Real Event OCD, Somatic OCD/ Sensorimotor OCD, & “surreal” themes. My service is for adults (18+). For main website, google "Dr Pointer OCD"
I blend CBT and evidence-based practice with elements from third-wave approaches such as ACT and DBT-informed techniques, alongside somatic awareness, trauma-informed care, and insights from Schema Therapy — particularly in understanding deeper emotional patterns and unmet needs.
Feeling stuck despite trying everything? Many of my clients say: "I understand what's wrong, but I still feel overwhelmed and exhausted." If anxiety or low mood feels constant, patterns keep repeating, or you're carrying past experiences you can't shake - you're not broken. Your nervous system is doing exactly what it learnt to do.I specialise in evidence-based CBT enhanced with nervous system awareness and neuroscience education. Many clients notice meaningful shifts within 3 sessions - not because we just talk, but because we work with your body's responses, not against them.
I blend CBT and evidence-based practice with elements from third-wave approaches such as ACT and DBT-informed techniques, alongside somatic awareness, trauma-informed care, and insights from Schema Therapy — particularly in understanding deeper emotional patterns and unmet needs.
Feeling stuck despite trying everything? Many of my clients say: "I understand what's wrong, but I still feel overwhelmed and exhausted." If anxiety or low mood feels constant, patterns keep repeating, or you're carrying past experiences you can't shake - you're not broken. Your nervous system is doing exactly what it learnt to do.I specialise in evidence-based CBT enhanced with nervous system awareness and neuroscience education. Many clients notice meaningful shifts within 3 sessions - not because we just talk, but because we work with your body's responses, not against them.
I often draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) as a way of supporting clients to learn skills on being more mindfully aware of their experience and in taking steps towards a more meaningful life.
Hi, I’m Jonathan. I offer compassionate support for a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress, panic attacks, feelings of shame, and low self‑esteem. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your sense of purpose, I provide a safe space to explore what’s happening and move toward meaningful change.
Whether you're navigating relationship difficulties, grappling with identity, sexuality, or aspects of neurodiversity such as ADHD and autism - I can support you to make sense and overcome pain. As a foster carer, I also bring unique insight into the emotional impact of fostering and adoption.
I often draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) as a way of supporting clients to learn skills on being more mindfully aware of their experience and in taking steps towards a more meaningful life.
Hi, I’m Jonathan. I offer compassionate support for a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress, panic attacks, feelings of shame, and low self‑esteem. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from your sense of purpose, I provide a safe space to explore what’s happening and move toward meaningful change.
Whether you're navigating relationship difficulties, grappling with identity, sexuality, or aspects of neurodiversity such as ADHD and autism - I can support you to make sense and overcome pain. As a foster carer, I also bring unique insight into the emotional impact of fostering and adoption.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist specialising in trauma, PTSD, stress-related difficulties, and ADHD. I help individuals process overwhelming experiences, develop effective coping strategies, and regain stability and control. I have extensive experience working with adults with ADHD, supporting emotional regulation, attention, organisation, self-esteem, and work or relationship challenges through practical, strengths-based, and individualised approaches. I also support PTSD following road traffic accidents and provide psychological assessments and mental health reports for legal, occupational, and medical purposes.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Psychotherapist specialising in trauma, PTSD, stress-related difficulties, and ADHD. I help individuals process overwhelming experiences, develop effective coping strategies, and regain stability and control. I have extensive experience working with adults with ADHD, supporting emotional regulation, attention, organisation, self-esteem, and work or relationship challenges through practical, strengths-based, and individualised approaches. I also support PTSD following road traffic accidents and provide psychological assessments and mental health reports for legal, occupational, and medical purposes.
Whether you're feeling low, anxious, repeating unhelpful patterns of the past, or going through a difficult period I'm your life, I can offer a space where we can work towards change and a greater understanding.
I am an experience HCPC registered Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist with experience across a range of settings working with adults, children, young people and families.
Whether you're feeling low, anxious, repeating unhelpful patterns of the past, or going through a difficult period I'm your life, I can offer a space where we can work towards change and a greater understanding.
I am an experience HCPC registered Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist with experience across a range of settings working with adults, children, young people and families.
You may look successful, capable and in control from the outside, yet privately struggle with intimacy, sexuality or relationship patterns that feel confusing or difficult to change. Perhaps you find yourself caught in cycles of compulsive sexual behaviour, sexual anxiety, shame, painful intimacy, erectile difficulties, changes in desire, or relationships that repeatedly leave you feeling disconnected or alone. Often these difficulties are rarely isolated issues. They are shaped by biological factors, psychological history, attachment patterns, cultural context, and lived experience.
You may look successful, capable and in control from the outside, yet privately struggle with intimacy, sexuality or relationship patterns that feel confusing or difficult to change. Perhaps you find yourself caught in cycles of compulsive sexual behaviour, sexual anxiety, shame, painful intimacy, erectile difficulties, changes in desire, or relationships that repeatedly leave you feeling disconnected or alone. Often these difficulties are rarely isolated issues. They are shaped by biological factors, psychological history, attachment patterns, cultural context, and lived experience.
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How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.