Parenting Counselling in North West London, London

The well-known Jungian Analyst Marion Woodman says, 'the process not the goal is everything.' Similarly, I do not offer quick fixes, goals or solutions. I offer to facilitate a process, your individual process, in resonance with what's true and right for you - as that emerges. As a result, a starting point for therapy is me getting to know you: what events or symptoms have prompted you to reach out; what struggles, fears or hopes do you bring and what do you feel comfortable to begin to share about your life story?

Have you hit rock bottom? Do you feel you can't stop worrying? Are you afraid of losing your temper? I can help you overcome depression, anxiety, anger or relationship issues or support you in coping with bereavement and loss.

My initial interest in Existential therapy was informed by my personal and professional experiences. Throughout the years I have explored diverse ways of supporting my clients, looking to improve their emotional and spiritual balance. Existential therapy encapsulates all my core beliefs about the therapeutic process and the powerful therapeutic connection between psychology and philosophy. It is anchored in the lived experiences (not their theoretical representation) and their relational context. It relates to human existence and predicaments, our choices and responsibilities, meaning and purpose, freedom and limitations.

I am an experienced psychotherapist specialised in relationship difficulties based in North London (NW8) and Harley St (W1G). With a postgraduate from Oxford University in Family and Couple's Therapy. I offer face to face and online therapy. If you are experiencing relationship difficulties, family problems, online dating disappointments, anxiety or going through a difficult period, please contact me If you'd like to discuss whether counselling could help. I offer face to face and online therapy (or both, if you find this combination works for you) I work both in English and Spanish

About me: I combine a rigorous training at the University of Oxford with a gentle and compassionate approach to each individual client. We are all unique. So are the things we find painful or meaningful. The way forward will also be unique. I aim to provide a non-judgemental space in which we can identify how you might live a more rounded life. This is a gradual and meaningful journey towards some sense of healing, rather than a short-term alleviation of symptoms.

Hello there, my name is Dr Erin Reid and I am a Counselling Psychologist and Systemic Practitioner and Lecturer, working with the NHS, voluntary sector, and in private practice. I work with people experiencing a full range of emotional difficulties and life challenges.

Finding a therapist that "feels right" can be a daunting prospect at a time when you may already be feeling overwhelmed. I offer a space that is safe and without judgement, where you can start to make sense of your feelings. I am interested in how we relate to each other and what makes us connect as human beings. Working relationally, I take notice of what happens between us as this will reveal something of your relationships with other people. I believe that once we gain a better understanding of our experience and what motivates us, we can make new choices, rather than being driven by old patterns of behaviour.

Navigating today's world doesn't get any easier, does it? Social media tells us how to look and feel and yet many of us can end up feeling shamed and inadequate. We may have goals we want to achieve yet it's all too easy to feel discouraged, out of control, and feel we will never get there. Sometimes the only thing we feel we can have control over is our eating or other addictions. But this usually leads into a downward spiral. What my clients have found is that by joining me in a course of psychological therapy they can unravel the twists and turns they have found themselves in.

Difficult life events and experiences, particularly the early ones, impact the way we perceive ourselves and relate to others. They often lead to challenging emotions such as fear, anger, anxiety, guilt, or shame. When the emotions remain unexpressed and unprocessed, they may cause physical symptoms, intrusive thoughts, feelings of incompetence and unworthiness, lack of interest, concentration difficulties, stress, poor boundaries, relationship issues, and so on.

Therapy My focus is working towards change. Deciding to start therapy is the first step on the road to change. Change is about understanding your own patterns of behaviour and learning new ways to deal with the difficulties life often throws at us. Leaning how to make these changes enables you to deal with any issues in your life, using a whole new skill set and a new sense of self-worth and self-empowerment. There are times when everyone needs somebody to listen. As a Psychotherapist I listen objectively, with acceptance and without judgement. I provide the space to explore your feelings and understand all the choices you have,

Welcome... there are many reasons to choose counselling; From a variety of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, sexuality, challenging relationships and many more. Or maybe self-development goals, removing the barriers that hold you back from self-actualisation and reaching your fullest expression of yourself. Whatever your reasons for reaching out I would hold a safe and gentle space for you be deeply heard. Here you can truly be yourself without judgement, to explore or process difficult feelings, view different perspectives or options and help facilitate the changes you want to see.

Taking the first step by asking for help is a significant and courageous moment. I am an experienced qualified psychotherapist, for almost a decade I have conducted psychotherapy groups and offered psychodynamic therapy to individuals within the NHS. I am a registered BACP psychotherapist, a group work practitioner and an Associate Member of the Institute of Group Analysis.

How do I work? I provide an open, non-judgemental space for you, either as an individual or as a couple, to explore and make sense of your issues, to help you move forward in life to the place you want to be. There are roughly three stages: Stage 1: Explore the problem in an empathetic, non-judgemental environment. Stage 2: Clarify the key patterns and themes and make sense of some of the contradictions; put it all into context and gain insight into yourself and your life, and how and why the same problems keep coming up. Stage 3: Use this insight to start moving towards a richer, more pleasurable life.

Thank you for visiting my page and taking the step to access support. Having worked with a wide range of clients experiencing difficulties with their emotional wellbeing, I have developed skills in recognising the sources of problems and how to work on solving them. We would work together in reaching your goals and I encourage a holistic and non-judgemental space that takes into account your individual needs and wants.

"I just want to talk about everything that is going on...!". "I want to be happy". "I am looking for a place to vent". "Some days the world is too big". "I do not know what is happening to me". "I am sad". "I am anxious". "I am stressed". "Work is too much". "I feel lonely". "I have a problem with my partner, friends, children, teachers, family, work colleagues...". These are some of the things that I had heard from friends, relatives, colleagues, clients over the years when they are looking for a different point of view or extra support in their life.

My mission is to provide an authentic, safe therapeutic space to help you navigate the challenges & complexities of life. Whether you’re experiencing overwhelm, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma or PTSD, existential crisis or spiritual awakening, lack of boundaries, repeating unhealthy patterns, or dealing with grief & loss, I can help you find some relief from these challenges, and help you to move towards deep personal healing and growth. I predominantly use a combination of the following psychotherapeutic modalities: Internal family systems (IFS), Mindfulness based approaches, Gestalt Psychotherapy, & Somatic therapy.

Passionate about helping individuals overcome trauma and achieve their full potential, I am a bilingual counsellor delivering therapy in the English and Albanian language, with extensive experience in the field of mental health. I possess a unique blend of expertise that enables me to provide holistic support to my clients. Over the past few years, I have worked with diverse populations, providing evidence-based counselling and therapeutic interventions. Whether it’s overcoming traumas, managing stress, or improving one’s mental health and well-being, I am dedicated to working collaboratively to achieve those goals.

Life is not always easy and there may be certain times where you feel stuck, unsupported, overwhelmed or confused. Perhaps a recent occurrence has caused you to feel emotional, or perhaps something from the past keeps revisiting but you cannot face it alone. Whatever your reason for seeking counselling, here you can feel free to explore your feelings at your own pace in a safe, non-judgmental environment, and can arrive at a place where you can better manage them. Through the therapy you can build resilience and emerge with a better understanding of yourself and feel happier and more comfortable within yourself.

Are you or your loved ones struggling with difficulties like depression, anxiety or trauma? Do you have difficulties getting to or staying asleep? Tricky relationships or situations at work or at home can cause stress and anxiety. For your children, the difficulties could be about school and university. I enjoy working with adults and young people who are finding life a little tricky. My 30 year career in the classroom means I understand adolescents and their difficulties. My aim is to help you identify the areas that are difficult and then to find strategies and solutions to overcome these.