Viridian psych​
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Who I Am

I am a fully qualified and registered integrative arts psychotherapist and research psychologist.  Working in an integrative way, means that my training enables me to draw upon a number of different theories and approaches (i.e., Humanistic (client/person-centred), Transactional Analysis, Attachment, Psychoanalytical, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and Gestalt).

​My work as a research psychologist means that I keep abreast of cutting-edge research, with a keen eye for critically evaluating evidence as it relates to my practice. Therein, I like to work in a way which also enables the work I do with each client to be evidence based. My approach, when needed, can also include techniques and methodology which inform the domain of art therapy: Some clients believe that they need to be ‘arty’ or to have some art experience in order to engage with this way of working.  However, this is not the case. 


Pictorial cognition (e.g., thinking and communicating through images/imagery) is one of many forms of thinking in non-verbal representations (Horowitz, 1967). Often, we do not have the words to describe what we are feeling.  In fact, research demonstrates that language often constrains the ways in which we think (Brown, 1986): so being able to ‘step-outside’ of the language we use can be incredibly useful and productive. In this way, working with imagery can help to give form and meaning to that which is felt, but unobservable (e.g., Malchiodi, 1998; Horowitz, 1967). Working in this way, can also be beneficial if you are experiencing a creative block in your thinking/work.

What I Can Offer

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
I offer both short and long term therapy in a safe, discrete and confidential setting. Therapy is always at a level and pace commensurate with the needs of each client. 
Sessions are weekly for 50 minutes.  
I can offer skype appointments/sessions if required.
In the first instance, you can telephone or email me for further information, or just to have an informal chat about what it is you want to come into therapy about and how I can help. If you then decide to go ahead, you can book a first session.

FOCUS AREAS
  • Abuse
  • Addiction and Substance Abuse 
  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement
  • Child Related Issues
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Post-Traumatic Stress
  • Stress
  • Support for individuals going through relationship change (e.g., divorce, separation)

FEES
Fees are £50.00 per 50-minute session. I offer day and evening appointments.
There is a 48-hour cancellation policy. The full fee will be charged for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance and for missed sessions.
After the initial session, payment is one-week in advance. 
I also offer discounts for students and individuals for block sessions paid in advance.

GROUP THERAPY
I am happy to work with groups of no more than eight individuals in a workshop format.  I run group workshops for private corporate clients aimed at improving group creativity and dynamics.  I am happy to discuss your individual requirements. Fees by negotiation.

PSYCHOLOGY LECTURES
As a part-time university lecturer in psychology, depending on my calendar, I run workshops during spring and summer term-time holidays for groups of up to eight focusing on: attachment in early childhood, mother and baby bonding in utero, mother and baby bonding in the early months, and core psychological concepts and theories. I am happy to discuss your individual requirements. Fees by negotiation.

HELP WITH PSYCHOLOGY AND PSYCHOTHERAPY RELATED DISSERTATIONS
I am also able to offer guidance, support and help with psychology projects from A-Level standard to PhD and with psychotherapy related essays and dissertations to MA level. I am happy to discuss your individual requirements. Fees by negotiation.
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