Obesity Counselling in KT13

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Melanie Richards
Psychotherapist, BPC
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I am an experienced Psychodynamic psychotherapist and EMDR therapist working in private practice in London Bridge and Weybridge and have years of experience working in NHS. Psychological problems are common and may affect anyone at any point in their lives. Some are short lived and are linked to a single traumatic event and respond well to brief focused psychotherapy such as EMDR; others may be linked to early relational problems and respond better to longer term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
I am an experienced Psychodynamic psychotherapist and EMDR therapist working in private practice in London Bridge and Weybridge and have years of experience working in NHS. Psychological problems are common and may affect anyone at any point in their lives. Some are short lived and are linked to a single traumatic event and respond well to brief focused psychotherapy such as EMDR; others may be linked to early relational problems and respond better to longer term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
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Daniel James Thomas-Wallis
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
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Hello. I’m Daniel, and I specialize in crafting personalized psychotherapy treatment plans to address each client's unique mental health struggles and personal growth objectives. Whether you’re feeling directionless, held back by past traumas, or experiencing strained relationships, I am committed to supporting you on your healing journey. Together, we will explore the root causes of your pain, uncover your purpose, and work toward profound healing and lasting personal growth.
Hello. I’m Daniel, and I specialize in crafting personalized psychotherapy treatment plans to address each client's unique mental health struggles and personal growth objectives. Whether you’re feeling directionless, held back by past traumas, or experiencing strained relationships, I am committed to supporting you on your healing journey. Together, we will explore the root causes of your pain, uncover your purpose, and work toward profound healing and lasting personal growth.
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Sarah Porter
Counsellor, MBACP
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I am aware that looking for and starting counselling can be challenging, often at a time when you may be feeling overwhelmed, making it hard to reach out. My aim is to offer a safe and supportive environment, providing you with a non-judgemental space so you can feel truly heard and understood. Within this safe space you will be able to explore past or present concerns that may be causing conflict within yourself and impacting on your psychological well being. Counselling can give you the emotional support to explore your life events and feelings. This support will allow you to gain understanding empowering choice.
I am aware that looking for and starting counselling can be challenging, often at a time when you may be feeling overwhelmed, making it hard to reach out. My aim is to offer a safe and supportive environment, providing you with a non-judgemental space so you can feel truly heard and understood. Within this safe space you will be able to explore past or present concerns that may be causing conflict within yourself and impacting on your psychological well being. Counselling can give you the emotional support to explore your life events and feelings. This support will allow you to gain understanding empowering choice.
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Siobhan Ward
Psychotherapist, MBACP
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I am a fully-qualified psychotherapist and addiction psychologist with over 10 years' experience of working with clients worldwide. Prior to this, I was a successful commercial artist and illustrator for 15 years, working in the advertising, fashion and music industry, before I myself began my recovery journey. Although since then I have worked primarily in the private addiction and eating disorder sector, including as the lead therapist at one of Europe’s foremost private residential treatment centres, I am now also able to offer help to those seeking support through my private practice.
I am a fully-qualified psychotherapist and addiction psychologist with over 10 years' experience of working with clients worldwide. Prior to this, I was a successful commercial artist and illustrator for 15 years, working in the advertising, fashion and music industry, before I myself began my recovery journey. Although since then I have worked primarily in the private addiction and eating disorder sector, including as the lead therapist at one of Europe’s foremost private residential treatment centres, I am now also able to offer help to those seeking support through my private practice.
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Nikki Della-Rocca
Counsellor, MBACP
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Nikki Della-Rocca, an experienced and qualified therapist providing compassionate and effective counselling services in Surrey. Contact me for a consultation. My services include individual counselling, both face to face and remotely. I also offer 'walk and talk' by special arrangement. Get the support you need today. I offer a safe and confidential space to explore your emotions and develop coping strategies. I currently work from two offices in Surrey so I can offer flexibility. Working integratively I will adapt our sessions to suit you, encouraging you to explore your emotions and feelings.
Nikki Della-Rocca, an experienced and qualified therapist providing compassionate and effective counselling services in Surrey. Contact me for a consultation. My services include individual counselling, both face to face and remotely. I also offer 'walk and talk' by special arrangement. Get the support you need today. I offer a safe and confidential space to explore your emotions and develop coping strategies. I currently work from two offices in Surrey so I can offer flexibility. Working integratively I will adapt our sessions to suit you, encouraging you to explore your emotions and feelings.
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Rose Stephen
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
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I have more than 15 years working with adults and young people. I have worked with people from a diverse background. I am non-judgemental, acceptance and transparent. I understand how different cultures and languages can generate a unique way of working with the clients and helping them achieve their goals that are in line with their cultural background. My speciality is mental health and drugs and alcohol problems. I also have a wide experience of working with bereavement/loss and trauma caused by all sort of abuse.
I have more than 15 years working with adults and young people. I have worked with people from a diverse background. I am non-judgemental, acceptance and transparent. I understand how different cultures and languages can generate a unique way of working with the clients and helping them achieve their goals that are in line with their cultural background. My speciality is mental health and drugs and alcohol problems. I also have a wide experience of working with bereavement/loss and trauma caused by all sort of abuse.
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Michelle Kirk
Counsellor, MBACP
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I am an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist/counsellor. I work with both individuals and couples. Perhaps you are feeling stuck in your life and unable to move forward from a crippling depression. Or you may be suffering from anxiety or loneliness or post-traumatic stress or are experiencing relationship difficulties. I have a warm approach and can help you to explore both your present and your past in a supportive environment. I can help you to work through complicated feelings and gain a better understanding of yourself.
I am an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist/counsellor. I work with both individuals and couples. Perhaps you are feeling stuck in your life and unable to move forward from a crippling depression. Or you may be suffering from anxiety or loneliness or post-traumatic stress or are experiencing relationship difficulties. I have a warm approach and can help you to explore both your present and your past in a supportive environment. I can help you to work through complicated feelings and gain a better understanding of yourself.
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Liz Goldspink
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
When you know you can’t go on as you are, something needs to change. You might be feeling stuck in a relationship or a job which just isn’t working anymore. Maybe you’re faced with a big life transition and feel lost and uncertain about your future. All these issues show up as anxiety, depression, relationship problems and low self esteem. By raising your self-awareness I will help you explore these issues and find the root causes of the symptoms you're experiencing. For me, counselling is a vocation not a job and I am passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. I hope I can make a difference in yours.
When you know you can’t go on as you are, something needs to change. You might be feeling stuck in a relationship or a job which just isn’t working anymore. Maybe you’re faced with a big life transition and feel lost and uncertain about your future. All these issues show up as anxiety, depression, relationship problems and low self esteem. By raising your self-awareness I will help you explore these issues and find the root causes of the symptoms you're experiencing. For me, counselling is a vocation not a job and I am passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. I hope I can make a difference in yours.
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Dr Mihaela Zdrali
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
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Today, more and more people are faced with overwhelming stress, in their relationships, at work and in their personal circumstances. However more and more people are becoming aware and motivated to take steps towards a more fulfilled and happy life. If you feel worried or depressed in your present situation and/or stuck and unhappy in your relationship, talking to a therapist may be the best choice you make. Therapy offers a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, get support, understanding and professional guidance towards a resolution and peace of mind.
Today, more and more people are faced with overwhelming stress, in their relationships, at work and in their personal circumstances. However more and more people are becoming aware and motivated to take steps towards a more fulfilled and happy life. If you feel worried or depressed in your present situation and/or stuck and unhappy in your relationship, talking to a therapist may be the best choice you make. Therapy offers a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, get support, understanding and professional guidance towards a resolution and peace of mind.
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Jane Barnfield Jukes
Psychotherapist, MBACP
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Jane is an experienced integrative psychotherapist/counsellor who practices using a combination of therapeutic approaches, ensuring that therapy is tailored to meet the individual need, be it short or long term. She currently works with adults, couples and young people with GP referrals and in the public and private sector. She has wide experience of working with depression, anxiety, panic, stress, loss, addiction, life limiting illness, self-harm, eating disorders, phobias and abuse and believes that to be heard in a safe, confidential environment is essential to effective therapy.
Jane is an experienced integrative psychotherapist/counsellor who practices using a combination of therapeutic approaches, ensuring that therapy is tailored to meet the individual need, be it short or long term. She currently works with adults, couples and young people with GP referrals and in the public and private sector. She has wide experience of working with depression, anxiety, panic, stress, loss, addiction, life limiting illness, self-harm, eating disorders, phobias and abuse and believes that to be heard in a safe, confidential environment is essential to effective therapy.
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Andy Schiller
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
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Hello and welcome to my profile page. I am a UKCP-registered clinical psychotherapist offering short and long-term therapy in Surrey and London. Most of my work is with clients experiencing depression, low mood or anxiety. I understand that the process of therapy may appear daunting and that the first steps take a lot of courage. I also believe we all possess the capacity to make new meaning of our lives and experiences to ease any distress we may experience.
Hello and welcome to my profile page. I am a UKCP-registered clinical psychotherapist offering short and long-term therapy in Surrey and London. Most of my work is with clients experiencing depression, low mood or anxiety. I understand that the process of therapy may appear daunting and that the first steps take a lot of courage. I also believe we all possess the capacity to make new meaning of our lives and experiences to ease any distress we may experience.
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The Practice
Psychotherapist, MBACP
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We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
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Christine Houghton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
I tailor my approach to suit each particular individual's circumstances and issues. I have over 25 years post qualification experience in psychotherapy and counselling and I see people with a range of issues and work both short and long term.
I tailor my approach to suit each particular individual's circumstances and issues. I have over 25 years post qualification experience in psychotherapy and counselling and I see people with a range of issues and work both short and long term.
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Obesity Counsellors

Can obesity be a cause of depression and anxiety?

Yes. It can be stressful and debilitating to carry excess weight. Many people make inaccurate assumptions about people who are overweight. This stigma may lead individuals to feel badly about themselves, decreasing their self-esteem, or leading to feelings of worthlessness. An association between obesity and depression is well-established.

When should an individual seek treatment for obesity?

When obesity, or the feelings it causes, creates a disruption in your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Examples include avoiding social situations due to anxiety, an inability to participate in family life as a result of health problems, or poor performance at work due to low self-esteem or other concerns.

Are there specific medications for weight loss?

There are several prescription drugs that can help with weight loss, including semaglutide and phentermine. These drugs reduce appetite and must be prescribed by a physician. Professionals will suggest lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise, before turning to drugs, which have side effects and typically are prescribed only for a short duration. Many people regain weight after taking weight loss drugs if they have not made significant lifestyle changes.

What is body positivity?

Body positivity is a cultural movement that promotes the acceptance of bodies of all sizes and types, rather than those that conform to societal ideals of beauty. It places self-worth, self-acceptance, and an appreciation for one’s body as goals to achieve a happier, healthier attitude about oneself and others, focusing on who a person is rather than what they look like.