I work integratively in therapy, which means that I draw upon a range of models and theory to custom-tailor my approach to the individual I am working with. I always endeavour to work in a trauma-informed manner. 

Please see below to find out more about some of the approaches I typically draw upon. My general style and approach has been described as warm, and direct. 

ACT is a type of psychotherapy that combines cognitive and behavioural approaches with mindfulness strategies. It focuses on helping individuals accept their thoughts and feelings rather than trying to control or eliminate them. The goal of ACT is to increase psychological flexibility, which involves being open, adaptable, and effective in the presence of difficult emotions and thoughts. ACT encourages individuals to clarify their values and commit to actions that are in line with those values, even in the face of challenging emotions.

CAT integrates elements of cognitive therapy and psychoanalytic principles. It typically involves a collaborative process between the therapist and the individual to explore and understand patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving. CAT focuses on identifying negative patterns that individuals may adopt in relationships or in response to certain situations, and uses 'maps' to visually represent these patterns. The therapy aims to help individuals recognize these patterns, understand their origins, and develop alternative ways of thinking and behaving to improve their emotional well-being and relationships. 

CBT that focuses on the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. It is based on the idea that negative patterns of thinking and behaving can contribute to emotional difficulties. CBT aims to identify and challenge these patterns, replacing them with healthier thoughts and behaviours. 

CFT focuses on cultivating self-compassion and fostering a kind and understanding relationship with oneself. CFT integrates cognitive-behavioural techniques with insights from evolutionary psychology and mindfulness. CFT aims to help individuals develop a compassionate mindset, and is particularly effective for addressing self-criticism and shame. Practitioners of CFT work on building inner warmth, self-soothing, and feelings of safeness to counteract negative self-judgments. The therapy often involves exercises, imagery, and mindfulness techniques to enhance the capacity for self-compassion and promote mental well-being. 

EMDR therapy is used to help individuals process and heal from trauma or distressing experiences. It involves recalling traumatic memories while simultaneously focusing on an external stimulus, typically side-to-side eye movements, sounds, or taps. This process is thought to help the brain reprocess the traumatic memory, reducing its emotional intensity and altering the way it is stored, making it less intrusive in everyday life.

I am currently completing training and working towards accreditation as an EMDR therapist and can offer a heavily discounted session rate to clients who are willing to be a training case. Please get in touch to discuss further. 

Systemic Therapy is an approach that views individuals within the context of their relationships and social systems, and considers that problems or challenges experienced by an individual are often influenced by and interconnected with the dynamics of their family, social, or organisational systems. The therapist works to explore these relational patterns, communication styles, and interactions, and understand how these systemic factors contribute to the presenting issues. Systemic therapy aims to bring about positive change by altering patterns of interaction within the system, rather than solely focusing on individual symptoms.