Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counselling in Sevenoaks
Many people come to me when life feels heavier than it should. They may be carrying emotional pain, feeling overwhelmed by relationships or family dynamics, or noticing patterns that keep repeating despite their best efforts. Others simply want a calm, steady space to pause and make sense of what’s going on beneath the surface. I offer that space. Working relationally and at a safe pace, we explore their inner world with curiosity and compassion, untangling what holds them back and supporting meaningful, lasting change.
Many people come to me when life feels heavier than it should. They may be carrying emotional pain, feeling overwhelmed by relationships or family dynamics, or noticing patterns that keep repeating despite their best efforts. Others simply want a calm, steady space to pause and make sense of what’s going on beneath the surface. I offer that space. Working relationally and at a safe pace, we explore their inner world with curiosity and compassion, untangling what holds them back and supporting meaningful, lasting change.
Hello and Welcome.
Life can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to struggle alone.
Therapy can support you to gain a deeper understanding of how you relate to yourself and other people, and how these patterns of relating might influence your experience of life or contribute to emotional difficulties in the present.
We can work together to understand what is going on for you, taking a personalised approach to therapy that considers all aspects of your wellbeing to help you reach your treatment goals.
Hello and Welcome.
Life can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to struggle alone.
Therapy can support you to gain a deeper understanding of how you relate to yourself and other people, and how these patterns of relating might influence your experience of life or contribute to emotional difficulties in the present.
We can work together to understand what is going on for you, taking a personalised approach to therapy that considers all aspects of your wellbeing to help you reach your treatment goals.
I have a wealth of experience in helping people to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing. As a clinical psychologist I value the therapeutic relationship and think that it is vital to find a therapist you 'click' with. My personable, warm and empathetic nature has helped many people to overcome the difficulties holding them back in life. It can be daunting to embark on a therapy journey with someone - I am mindful of this and will help you to feel relaxed and comfortable when using therapy for your personal development.
I have a wealth of experience in helping people to improve their mental and emotional wellbeing. As a clinical psychologist I value the therapeutic relationship and think that it is vital to find a therapist you 'click' with. My personable, warm and empathetic nature has helped many people to overcome the difficulties holding them back in life. It can be daunting to embark on a therapy journey with someone - I am mindful of this and will help you to feel relaxed and comfortable when using therapy for your personal development.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals to enhance their mental and emotional wellbeing. My approach centres on creating a warm, collaborative space, with a strong emphasis on building a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. I believe that meaningful change occurs when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported.
I have extensive experience supporting individuals to enhance their mental and emotional wellbeing. My approach centres on creating a warm, collaborative space, with a strong emphasis on building a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. I believe that meaningful change occurs when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported.
Please visit my website for further information about my practice, my qualifications and experience, and what services I offer: https://drrhiannawatts.com/
Please visit my website for further information about my practice, my qualifications and experience, and what services I offer: https://drrhiannawatts.com/
I draw from a wide range of therapeutic models including CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychodynamic therapy, and trauma-informed care.
As a fully qualified BACP Registered psychotherapist, I run a private practice in Kings Hill offering integrative psychotherapy. I draw on extensive and continued training in many different evidence-based theories to support my client’s needs. I am adept at helping people untangle complex problems. My specialism is in trauma work, including PTSD and complex PTSD as I understand the far-reaching impacts of trauma. I have a special interest in attachment styles and impacts on relationships.
My prior experience has provided opportunities to work in a variety of sectors including NHS referrals, education, voluntary and private sector.
I draw from a wide range of therapeutic models including CBT, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychodynamic therapy, and trauma-informed care.
As a fully qualified BACP Registered psychotherapist, I run a private practice in Kings Hill offering integrative psychotherapy. I draw on extensive and continued training in many different evidence-based theories to support my client’s needs. I am adept at helping people untangle complex problems. My specialism is in trauma work, including PTSD and complex PTSD as I understand the far-reaching impacts of trauma. I have a special interest in attachment styles and impacts on relationships.
My prior experience has provided opportunities to work in a variety of sectors including NHS referrals, education, voluntary and private sector.
We are a multi-award winning psychological therapies clinic based in Cobham offering fast and effective, evidence-based treatment to support people of all ages and with a variety of mental health difficulties. Our team consists of clinical and counselling psychologists, psychotherapists, an ADHD coach and family therapy. Our beautiful clinic rooms offer a tranquil setting for your sessions. We know the value of the therapeutic relationship and think that it is vital to find a therapist you 'click' with. Our team are personable, warm and empathetic which has helped many people overcome the difficulties holding them back in life.
We are a multi-award winning psychological therapies clinic based in Cobham offering fast and effective, evidence-based treatment to support people of all ages and with a variety of mental health difficulties. Our team consists of clinical and counselling psychologists, psychotherapists, an ADHD coach and family therapy. Our beautiful clinic rooms offer a tranquil setting for your sessions. We know the value of the therapeutic relationship and think that it is vital to find a therapist you 'click' with. Our team are personable, warm and empathetic which has helped many people overcome the difficulties holding them back in life.
Life itself is complex and through no fault of our own brings up many challenges that can lead to worry, anxiety, self-criticism, stress and low-esteem to name a few. As a clinical psychologist, I am flexible in my approach and work with a range of difficulties. I strongly believe therapy can be such a rewarding experience and the importance of creating a safe space in offering a non-judgemental and compassionate place for a person to feel heard and understood as we work together towards what is important to you. As such, issues relating to past or present, it is a space to create self-awareness and further move towards your values.
Life itself is complex and through no fault of our own brings up many challenges that can lead to worry, anxiety, self-criticism, stress and low-esteem to name a few. As a clinical psychologist, I am flexible in my approach and work with a range of difficulties. I strongly believe therapy can be such a rewarding experience and the importance of creating a safe space in offering a non-judgemental and compassionate place for a person to feel heard and understood as we work together towards what is important to you. As such, issues relating to past or present, it is a space to create self-awareness and further move towards your values.
I am keen to support people struggling psychologically with the impact of life experiences. Life is hard, and there are times for all of us when it becomes overwhelming. You might be trying to deal with difficult dynamics with those around you,
You might be a new parent or parent-to-be, having difficulty managing thoughts and feelings about this life transition or related events, or finding that memories of your own experiences of being parented are affecting you.
I am keen to support people struggling psychologically with the impact of life experiences. Life is hard, and there are times for all of us when it becomes overwhelming. You might be trying to deal with difficult dynamics with those around you,
You might be a new parent or parent-to-be, having difficulty managing thoughts and feelings about this life transition or related events, or finding that memories of your own experiences of being parented are affecting you.
I also use DBT skills (inc. mindfulness), and all of these techniques help clients explore and understand their feelings, and realise their options moving forwards.
Struggling with anxiety, work/exam stress, self-esteem issues, feeling out of control or that you've 'lost yourself'? Whatever is affecting your mental health and wellbeing, together we can talk it through, explore the issues that arise, and look at your options to discover some coping strategies and goals that work for you. I provide a 'safe' caring environment - unbiased and non-judgemental - for clients to talk about their worries and issues in confidence, enabling a positive way forward. I offer emotional support to all ages, with the focus on YOU as an individual.
I also use DBT skills (inc. mindfulness), and all of these techniques help clients explore and understand their feelings, and realise their options moving forwards.
Struggling with anxiety, work/exam stress, self-esteem issues, feeling out of control or that you've 'lost yourself'? Whatever is affecting your mental health and wellbeing, together we can talk it through, explore the issues that arise, and look at your options to discover some coping strategies and goals that work for you. I provide a 'safe' caring environment - unbiased and non-judgemental - for clients to talk about their worries and issues in confidence, enabling a positive way forward. I offer emotional support to all ages, with the focus on YOU as an individual.
I use principles from CBT, DBT and relational psychological concepts.
I have a special interest in working with the effects of little-t trauma (ie, events which exceed our capacity to cope such as loss, relationship breakdown, neglect, bullying, abuse or abrupt changes in our environment). I help build your self-esteem so that you can have the healthy relationships you deserve.
I use principles from CBT, DBT and relational psychological concepts.
I have a special interest in working with the effects of little-t trauma (ie, events which exceed our capacity to cope such as loss, relationship breakdown, neglect, bullying, abuse or abrupt changes in our environment). I help build your self-esteem so that you can have the healthy relationships you deserve.
I use EMDR to help process difficult memories, DBT to build skills for managing strong emotions and relationships, Transactional Analysis to increase awareness of old patterns, and Solution Focused Therapy to help you move toward your goals.
EMDR helps the brain reprocess distressing experiences so they lose their emotional intensity and no longer feel overwhelming.
DBT provides structured skills in mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to manage intense emotions and strengthen relationships.
Transactional Analysis (TA) explores the pa
I use EMDR to help process difficult memories, DBT to build skills for managing strong emotions and relationships, Transactional Analysis to increase awareness of old patterns, and Solution Focused Therapy to help you move toward your goals.
EMDR helps the brain reprocess distressing experiences so they lose their emotional intensity and no longer feel overwhelming.
DBT provides structured skills in mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to manage intense emotions and strengthen relationships.
Transactional Analysis (TA) explores the pa
Alongside CBT, I integrate approaches such as EMDR, ACT, DBT and Compassion Focused Therapy to support meaningful, practical and lasting change tailored to the individual rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
I often work with adults who appear to cope well on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, stuck in overthinking, emotionally exhausted or disconnected from themselves. Many come with anxiety, OCD, trauma-related difficulties, burnout, low mood or relationship patterns they are struggling to change. I aim to provide a supportive and collaborative space where we build a shared understanding of what may be keeping difficulties going, while tailoring therapy to the individual so that change feels meaningful, practical and lasting.
Alongside CBT, I integrate approaches such as EMDR, ACT, DBT and Compassion Focused Therapy to support meaningful, practical and lasting change tailored to the individual rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
I often work with adults who appear to cope well on the outside, but internally feel overwhelmed, stuck in overthinking, emotionally exhausted or disconnected from themselves. Many come with anxiety, OCD, trauma-related difficulties, burnout, low mood or relationship patterns they are struggling to change. I aim to provide a supportive and collaborative space where we build a shared understanding of what may be keeping difficulties going, while tailoring therapy to the individual so that change feels meaningful, practical and lasting.
I am a psychotherapist and counsellor, I am a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy, and I adhere to the high standards and ethical framework for this membership. I provide a supportive, non-judgemental and confidential space for you which is compassionate, understanding, professional and focused. People I work with have stated that in working with me they have experienced improvements in their life, from increased emotional robustness, mental strength to a stronger sense of self, confidence and self esteem with increased awareness and improvements in their relationships with partners, family and friends.
I am a psychotherapist and counsellor, I am a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy, and I adhere to the high standards and ethical framework for this membership. I provide a supportive, non-judgemental and confidential space for you which is compassionate, understanding, professional and focused. People I work with have stated that in working with me they have experienced improvements in their life, from increased emotional robustness, mental strength to a stronger sense of self, confidence and self esteem with increased awareness and improvements in their relationships with partners, family and friends.
Do you feel stuck? Numb? Robotic? Locking yourself away? Avoiding people and places? On edge all the time? Can't sleep? Short tempered? You are possibly describing some symptoms of trauma, loss or even PTSD. Traumas can occur in adulthood: as a car accident, military trauma, domestic violence, losing a loved one; or in childhood: as bullying, abuse or neglect. ---- If this sounds like you? I am here to help. I have 25yrs experience in the NHS, and 5yrs in private practice. I provide therapies online, including: CBT, EMDR, and Brainspotting, which can gently and quickly reduce distress and release you from the grip of the past.
Do you feel stuck? Numb? Robotic? Locking yourself away? Avoiding people and places? On edge all the time? Can't sleep? Short tempered? You are possibly describing some symptoms of trauma, loss or even PTSD. Traumas can occur in adulthood: as a car accident, military trauma, domestic violence, losing a loved one; or in childhood: as bullying, abuse or neglect. ---- If this sounds like you? I am here to help. I have 25yrs experience in the NHS, and 5yrs in private practice. I provide therapies online, including: CBT, EMDR, and Brainspotting, which can gently and quickly reduce distress and release you from the grip of the past.
My work is also informed by DBT, CBT, brief therapy, solution-focussed therapy, attachment theory & trauma-informed care amongst others.
Hello, I am Eleanor, Systemic Psychotherapist, Family Therapist &Supervisor. I work with children individuals, couples & families. Life can be painful, challenging & puzzling at times. Some enter therapy knowing what they wish to change, others to explore their discomfort & pain. I offer a confidential, respectful & collaborative space integrating talking, creative approaches, parenting coaching & psychoeducation. Together we can discover new ways to understand, manage/find resolution so you can move forwards into a more satisfying life with deeper understanding of yourself & others. My special interest is Chronic Illness.
My work is also informed by DBT, CBT, brief therapy, solution-focussed therapy, attachment theory & trauma-informed care amongst others.
Hello, I am Eleanor, Systemic Psychotherapist, Family Therapist &Supervisor. I work with children individuals, couples & families. Life can be painful, challenging & puzzling at times. Some enter therapy knowing what they wish to change, others to explore their discomfort & pain. I offer a confidential, respectful & collaborative space integrating talking, creative approaches, parenting coaching & psychoeducation. Together we can discover new ways to understand, manage/find resolution so you can move forwards into a more satisfying life with deeper understanding of yourself & others. My special interest is Chronic Illness.
In therapy, I integrate mentalisation-based treatment (MBT), dialectical behavioural therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), compassionate enquiry and some other evidence-based techniques and concepts.
We may use different words to describe what's going on for us when we are looking for therapy: unsure, fed up, low, empty, frustrated, anxious, panicky, over-thinking, unable to sleep, too sensitive, or like can't carry on... Perhaps feeling not in control, not belonging, invisible or wanting to escape, or lost. It can be overwhelming, taking too much from us. So starting therapy is right. We can use therapy space, free of judgement, expectation or failure, to talk it all through and work things out.
In therapy, I integrate mentalisation-based treatment (MBT), dialectical behavioural therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), compassionate enquiry and some other evidence-based techniques and concepts.
We may use different words to describe what's going on for us when we are looking for therapy: unsure, fed up, low, empty, frustrated, anxious, panicky, over-thinking, unable to sleep, too sensitive, or like can't carry on... Perhaps feeling not in control, not belonging, invisible or wanting to escape, or lost. It can be overwhelming, taking too much from us. So starting therapy is right. We can use therapy space, free of judgement, expectation or failure, to talk it all through and work things out.
I am a clinical psychologist providing short and long-term therapy and autism assessments to children and adults in a private practice Kent. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can develop an understanding of your difficulties. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural (CBT), and systemic (including narrative and solution-focused). I have 9 years of experience working with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I have worked with children diagnosed with Autism (including PDA profile) and supported them their families for many years.
I am a clinical psychologist providing short and long-term therapy and autism assessments to children and adults in a private practice Kent. I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where we can develop an understanding of your difficulties. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioural (CBT), and systemic (including narrative and solution-focused). I have 9 years of experience working with a variety of difficulties including depression, anxiety and trauma. I have worked with children diagnosed with Autism (including PDA profile) and supported them their families for many years.
H&N Psychology (Health and Neuro Psychology Services) is a private service offering psychological therapy and educational groups for individuals struggling with their mental health or adjusting to life after illness or injury, or for those with a diagnosis of ADHD/Autism/AuDHD. It grew out of years of Dr Atkin and Dr Woollard working side by side in the NHS, supporting people in busy hospital settings, and learning first-hand what really helps.
We’ve found that the most meaningful change happens when there’s space for genuine collaboration. We clearly set out a plan for our sessions and timelines so you know what to expect.
H&N Psychology (Health and Neuro Psychology Services) is a private service offering psychological therapy and educational groups for individuals struggling with their mental health or adjusting to life after illness or injury, or for those with a diagnosis of ADHD/Autism/AuDHD. It grew out of years of Dr Atkin and Dr Woollard working side by side in the NHS, supporting people in busy hospital settings, and learning first-hand what really helps.
We’ve found that the most meaningful change happens when there’s space for genuine collaboration. We clearly set out a plan for our sessions and timelines so you know what to expect.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC, specialising in trauma, eating disorders, body image issues, and attachment difficulties. I am passionate about helping people overcome anxiety and develop the tools to build a meaningful and fulfilling life. I work collaboratively with my clients, using an integrative, evidence-based approach that includes CBT, EMDR, and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). I tailor each treatment plan to the unique needs, values, and goals of every individual.
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Dialectical Behaviour (DBT) Counsellors
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behaviour and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behaviour, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioural change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behaviour; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.