I work with adults and couples, and the type of therapy I practice is Person-Centred and experiential psychotherapy. This is based on the work of Carl Rogers who believed it is inherent within all of us to grow and expand what it means to be us, to evolve to be the best version of ourselves possible, but that this natural tendency can be thwarted in adverse conditions. As challenging as this may sound he also provided much research which demonstrated that given the right conditions we are able to make the changes we seek. I am not a classically-orientated Person-Centred psychotherapist, I work very much with the experiential side of my training. The analogy I like to use is that of looking at a map; you tell me the direction you would like to go and I offer you different ways of getting there. I won't tell you which direction to go in, that's your choice, but I will help you navigate the path you choose.
There are many different types of therapy, but the most important factor is choosing someone you feel comfortable with. We now know the the relationship between client and therapist is one of the most significant factors affecting the outcome of therapy. This is why it is important to choose a therapist who feels like a good ‘fit’ for you. Someone who it feels easy to be with as you change and heal, someone you feel safe with as you explore what is troubling you. Someone who has not only has credible qualifications, but who has attended to their own personal development. If you're unsure if therapy can help you, feel free to contact me to discuss this.