Asperger's Syndrome Counselling in Tonbridge

I have over 15 years experience in providing psychotherapy for problems including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder, panic, phobias and problems related to autism. Although I primarily use Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) in my work, I also draw on a variety of other therapy approaches so that I can tailor my therapy to your individual needs. I work privately with individuals and couples and I am also experienced at working with children from the age of 13 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.

At various points in our lives, we all experience feelings, thoughts and events that we find challenging. You may be feeling anxious or depressed, finding it difficult to come to terms with something that has happened in the past, or worried about what the future will bring. Perhaps you feel stuck in a difficult situation, or caught between what seem like impossible choices. You may be seeking an opportunity to think about who you are, what is important to you, and the kind of life you want to lead.

I am Dr Diana Goldsmith, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist registered with the Heath and Care Professions Council (HCPC). I am Clinical Director and Senior Psychologist for Foundations Child & Family Therapy – www.foundationschildtherapy.co.uk- a psychological therapies service offering UK-wide psychological therapy and clinical supervision. We offer support for children, young people and their families. We also offer ADHD and ASD assessments and follow-up post-diagnostic services. We aim to provide a supportive, understanding and compassionate service that works alongside families and their children.

My clients like the informal, friendly approach, tailored to their individual needs. My work is informed by the highly effective Human Givens framework, embodying thorough scientific but holistic understandings of how to help people make good changes. I've been a solution-focused psychotherapist/counsellor and clinical hypnotherapist for more than two decades. For the past four decades, I've also been a professional storyteller, chaired the Society for Storytelling in the 'nineties, often tell appropriate stories as part of therapy sessions with both adults and children.. Clients work with me to achieve specific goals.

Hello and welcome. Please know that seeking help is a sign of strength and courage. I am here to support you and walk alongside you on your journey in achieving a more peaceful, fulfilling, meaningful and balanced life. I understand that starting therapy may feel very vulnerable, you may be unsure about what to expect or what you would like to get out of therapy. I offer a safe space for you to explore and unpack your thoughts, feelings and emotions and I will support you to find the best way forward for you. I offer face to face, online and telephone counselling. I also offer Walk and Talk therapy in and around Tunbridge Wells.

Have you been feeling you're stuck in a rut, you have no one you can talk to in confidence without being judged.   You may be struggling with anxiety, loss, questioning your own identity with others, leading to low self-esteem and self-worth, and with no sense of direction.

I am an Accredited Member of the BACP. This means The British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy recognises me as an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist who's practice meets their higher standard as a competent, ethical, independent practitioner. I am trained in Humanistic Integrative Counselling and work with adults (18+) experiencing a broad range of personal, emotional or mental health difficulties. For example grief and loss, divorce, redundancy or other major life event, anxiety, depression, illness, family and relationship issues.

I am a qualified CBT therapist. My approach is both adaptive and solution orientated and works best for people who want to change how they are feeling, thinking and behaving. I can help you manage distressing emotions by changing your unhealthy thought patterns and replacing any unhelpful, destructive and self-sabotaging behaviours you may have developed with healthy, helpful practices. My approach is to help you develop a deeper understanding of who you are and why you do the things you do. I will help you develop a sense of self-respect and recognise you are stronger than you think.

I specialise in support and counselling for children, young people and adults by offering a space to think about, explore and talk about issues that may be concerning or affecting the quality of your life. Together, we will explore your thoughts and feelings at a pace that feels right for you. My aim is to help you take greater control of your life so that you feel more content, resilient and able to respond to life's different challenges. Therapy is an opportunity to heal the wounds from the past by expressing your truth in a confidential and non-judgemental space.

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 think it's very brave to acknowledge when there are difficulties in your life and to embark on a journey of change. It is my privilege to accompany individuals on a therapeutic process which enables them to live a more meaningful life. Our journey together can sometimes be a brief stepping stone of goal focused support, or at other times the therapeutic process is longer term and more explorative. I am passionate about supporting neurodiverse individuals as well as individuals who have lived through adverse or traumatic life experiences. I welcome enquiries from all genders and sexualities.

Joanna is a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and advanced Schema Therapist.  She uses  tried and tested methods in her practice, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), CBT-I (CBT for insomnia), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and for more complex issues, schema therapy & EMDR. Jo sees adults with anxiety, OCD, insomnia, nightmares, post-traumatic stress disorder, post-natal depression, work stress, health anxiety (hypochondria) , performance anxiety, panic attacks, agoraphobia, phobias, social anxiety and shyness, low self-esteem and confidence issues and personality-level issues.

With 14 years of experience in the NHS, I can offer you a tailored approach to overcome a variety of challenges. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties or relationship issues, I can provide you with a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts and feelings.

Sometimes strong emotions such as anger, sadness and anxiety can leave children feeling overwhelmed. This can lead them to become withdrawn, struggle at school and in friendships, or show their feelings in behaviours which are unhelpful. Psychotherapy can help your child to put their feelings into words and help them to express themselves in a different way. They will have access to a confidential space in which they can explore what is causing their distress and, by understanding themselves better, they can have better relationships with their family and friends and begin to build their confidence.