Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) therapists in Barnt Green, England ENG, United Kingdom GB
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
John Castleford
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, mARCHTI
Many therapists focus on what is "wrong" and use 'referring issues' as the starting point. However, current best practice strongly suggests that personal introspection, guided or not, tends to keep the pain of the past very much in the present. If you want to focus on what is adversely affecting you, what better way to keep the brain tuned in to it is staying focused on it. I base my approaches on the very latest findings from neuroscience, and my starting point is often the time when you were at your best, and experiencing high points in your life: by recalling those we not bring great memories into our present focus but we also recreate those wonderful feelings we felt at that time. So, just as you do your best work when you are at the top of your game, focusing on positive rather than negative feelings from the past is a great place to begin work. Just ask yourself if you make your best decisions when you are feeling low. Now compare that to when you have been so buoyed up that you feel all but unstoppable.
Most people aren't 'broken'. But they may be side-lined or undermined. Or held back, Stuck, or otherwise constrained by a mismatch between expectations/aspirations and how you feel. The logical bits of the brain don't always align with emotions and feelings.
Maybe external circumstances have contributed to persistent low mood. Perhaps your self-esteem took a nose-dive, or you find it hard to cope, or don't feel you're in control anymore.
Our thoughts often control us, and our feelings -- and our behaviour often depends on how we feel. So do our thoughts and the associated feelings prevent us from becoming the best version of who we could (and should) be? Are your thoughts stopping you from being the best version of who you could be? I suspect it probably wasn't always like this. I
f I can't make you feel better about yourself within 15 minutes then I don't deserve to work with you.
Why not let me use my academic background (degrees in anthropology, and a degree in education) as well as decades of experience in psychological support, coaching, education, and psychotherapy to help you?
As well as general issues, such as low mood, phobias and traumatic experiences, I also specialise in existential therapy and have an extensive background in the philosophy of Stoicism [not the unemotional/stiff-upper-lip Mr Spock version] on which Albert Ellis' REBT and Aaron Beck's CBT both based their therapeutic approaches.
I draw on a broad background in academia, teaching (secondary and higher education), anthropology, philosophy, neurology and psychology which I update continuously. I suspect Neurology and Psychology are boring through the proverbial mountain towards each other but they are still some distance apart. So insights from both are useful. I feel the therapeutic professions tend to over-label conditions too readily and that often means their clients identify with the label. I have a wide range of theoretical orientations and can utilize specialist modalities and interventions that are appropriate for the client. I list specialties below and also include testimonials that describe outcomes that speak more eloquently than any personal statement.
14 Years Experience
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
The PsychoTRAUMA Clinic (Convergence College of Psychotherapy)
Registered Psychotherapist, Rev, DD (hon), DMin, Various Dips & Certs.
Results are important and that is what I deliver fast. Evidenced results and great testimonials.
I am a Psychotraumatologist and work in Harley Street, London & Milton Keynes, as an Integrative Counsellor / Psychotherapist / Hypnotherapist . I am an Author, Senior Lecturer and experienced Conference Speaker. I am part of the Expert Witness programme in UK.
My current project is researching and using Bio & Neuro-Feedback to aid my various patient’s recovery, in relation to Major Trauma therapies, and will publish findings in my latest book.
Special due to COVID-19 the first thirty Minutes is FREE.
My patients feel comfortable as I offer a very relaxed and welcoming, yet totally professional service. I work with any type of personal issues.
My Work: This has included my work for various large Multi-National and National Companies, such as Babcock International, ITV- Television, The Royal Mail and Her Majesty’s Prison Service; including work for local authorities – Social Services. Also for occupational health / eap's, and Insurance Companies, Solicitors, Immigration, Disabilities PIP. Employers.
I help with Anxieties, Depression / Fears & Phobias, Personality Disorders, Sexuality / Relationships / Rape / Violence / Complex - Combat Trauma / PTSD, Abuse / Family / Children and support those with personality disorders. I have an Enhanced DBS including the Barred Listings for Vulnerable Adults and Chidren. I am currently insured for £10 million public liability.
Part of my service is to also produce Personal Psychotrauma Psychotherapy Assessment Reports where necessary, at very reasonable rates. Fast Therapy is offered at the Psych-Trauma Surgery here, Convergence Counselling Services London (CCSL) agency & the NewStart Services in Central Milton Keynes.
Our Therapy is 'means' tested and we may offer you concessionary fees for counselling and only £50 for full psychotherapy assessments. Our caring work does not usually allow low finances to prevent access to therapy.
Prices and further information is on the web site at: www.talktherapy4u.org and www.thebus-stop.org which depends on the seriousness of your issues.
NewStart Service: There is also regular weekly counselling at our NewStart Drop-In & Counselling Service in CMK, run by volunteers, which is on a first come first served basis when a volunteer is in attendance through the week. This is a two tier service and is a Free Drop-In for crisis listening and then after assessment or £20, regular counselling will be means tested priced from only £20 per session and we have many therapist available there and in our local private practice with regular Psychotherapy from £50.
Please Note: My work at The Lifescript Clinic of Harley Street in London, is priced from over £250 per session, due to location costs and my personal experience level offered, see web site. I also offer some private charitable pro-bono work, at the NewStart Drop-In service in CMK too.
For Major Trauma Therapy (C-PTSD & PTSD) in MK, my fees are usually around £80-99, single session for those who are currently employed and is means tested also.
See my latest book on Trauma Therapy…
'NO MORE TRAUMA' Why Suffer in Silence?
~ Rev Dr George A. Booty.
29 Years Experience
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Nicole Rolls
Counsellor/Therapist, PG Dip, MA, BACP Accred, EMDR Accred, 20 years experience as a Therapist
I am a fully qualified and accredited Psychotherapist, with 20 years experience. I trust that I can help you to transform the difficulties you are struggling with at the moment, by listening to you and supporting you in a way that can help you to move forward with your life in a good way.
19 Years Experience
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Heather Macfarlane
Registered Psychotherapist, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist
I decided on this profession as having had therapy myself I know that it can make such a difference and I'm passionate about helping others fulfill their potential and not be held back in life by issues that can be dealt with. It can help to have someone impartial to talk to who can help you through difficult times and give you some space to deal with whatever is causing your distress. This is where I can help. I believe people seek therapy because they want to make a change in their lives. This can be scary, but I hope to be able to offer a supportive, calm, safe environment for you to explore your issues and work towards the best solution for you.
I have worked with people on a wide variety of issues including OCD, phobias, tokophobia (fear of pregnancy and childbirth) general anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationships and weight issues. I am an Accredited Member of COSCA, the professional body for counsellors in Scotland and am fully insured by the Psychologists Protection Society.
15 Years Experience
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Kat Pachana-Pereira
Registered Psychotherapist, Integrative Therapist (CBT), Couples Therapist, EMDR Therapist
Welcome! Therapy is my passion and I feel grateful to be able to help clients change their lives and feel happier.
I truly believe that with diraction and understanding anyone can overcome their unique challenges. I integrate different approaches (including EMDR, Mindfulness, ACT, Attachment theory, etc.) to help clients develop coping skills, re-frame thinking and behavior and make changes in order to move past the problems and negative emotions.
I am also relationship therapist and help couples in restoring loving, compassionate relationship and communication.
6 Years Experience