As an Integrative Counsellor I work with a holistic, client led approach that takes into account that human beings function in five different but inter-related ways; physically, emotionally, spiritually, behaviourally and rationally. In therapy with myself you will be able to gain self awareness on how these ways are connected and be more integrated and whole.

 

Establishing a therapeutic relationship with you I believe is a key for any progress to be made. Part of being integrative is offering you what I call a ‘toolbox’ of ways to help you tell your story as different points of your therapeutic process may require a different approach. Therapy is tailored to the needs of each person.

 

Attachment theory (early childhood attachment experiences) and Psychodynamic theory (how the past affects the present) inform my approach.

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“It’s been my experience, Langford, that the past always has a way of returning. Those who don’t learn, or can’t remember it, are doomed to repeat it.”

Steve Berry, The Charlemagne Pursuit (Cotton Malone, #4)

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I believe that gaining an understanding of how your past has affected you will empower you to make different choices in the present, so that you can have a different future. History does not need to repeat itself. This will take time to do; there is no quick fix. It may have taken you months, weeks, years or decades to become the way you are now, so it is important to be patient with yourself and give yourself permission to understand.

 

“You cannot always control what happens to you in life, but you can always control what you will feel and do about what happens to you.” 

Viktor Frankl, Man’s Search For Meaning

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