Psychotherapeutic Counselling Muswell Hill
Life can be full of struggle. You may be feeling depressed or anxious. You may be experiencing unhelpful repeating patterns or conflict in a relationship. Perhaps you find yourself stuck, alone, or simply unclear about things in your life. Counselling can help us to find clarity and new perspectives by talking through and making sense of our experiences, thereby gaining a deeper understanding of ourselves and our needs together with more helpful ways of thinking and being. I will work collaboratively with you to help you explore whatever you find yourself struggling with. I hope to provide an empathetic balance between support and challenge so you can work with what is difficult at a pace that feels right for you. My aim is for you not to have to face your difficulties alone, but to feel you have a trained companion alongside you offering skilled attention and acceptance.
The UK Council of Psychotherapy (UKCP) writes: ‘What distinguishes psychotherapeutic counselling from traditional counselling is the emphasis it places on the in-depth therapeutic relationship, jointly created by the therapist and the client. This relationship is a central factor.’
I work relationally, meaning I consider the relationship between us to be an important part of the healing process, and I endeavour to foster a trusting and real relationship with you. Working holistically, I will strive to develop a personally meaningful conversation with you and to understand your whole person – mind, body and spirit.
As an integrative therapist, I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches and techniques which allows me to adapt my way of working to meet each client’s individual needs. I was trained mainly in humanistic and person-centred therapies but also in psychodynamic and cognitive behavioural approaches. I am also interested in the practice of mindfulness and compassion-based orientated approaches. I work with a wide range of presenting issues including anxiety, bereavement and loss, depression, health-related issues, self-esteem, relationship issues, trauma and abuse.
Kay is a registered and accredited member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). This means she has met the BACP high quality standard as a competent, ethical and independent practitioner and practices in accordance with the guidelines and code of ethics of the BACP.
To arrange to speak to Kay, please phone us on 020 8883 4981 or email reception@muswellhealth.uk
