Psychological Services
Our psychological services can provide psychological and emotional help and support through the following mediums:-
Counselling
Counselling offers a safe place to come to terms with unique experiences, allowing time and space to explore, confront and resolve fears, issues or problems. For example:-
anxiety prior to amputation surgery
stress and distress following a traumatic incident
difficulties coping with altered status
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy is a state of enhanced relaxation and concentration in which the deeper parts of the mind become more accessible allowing suggestions for positive change. Hypnotherapy is scientifically verified and effective in the treatment of:-
emotional & psychological conditions
developing coping mechanisms
get rid of undesirable feelings & fears
conquer phantom limb pain
overcome trauma
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy - CBT
CBT focuses on the thoughts, images, beliefs and attitudes held (the cognitive processes) and how this relates to behaviour as a way of dealing with emotional problems. The client and therapist work together to understand the problems and to develop new strategies for tackling them. CBT can be an effective therapy for a number of problems:-
anxiety and panic attacks
anger management
depression
general health problems
mood swings
post-traumatic stress disorder
sleep problems
Neuro Linguistic Programming -NLP
NLP is a practical, "how to" approach to the psychology of change, development and effectiveness. Utilising easy to learn and subsequently self administer, yet effective techniques to significantly enhance the ability to handle life changing events and challenges. By focusing on outcomes as a way of dealing with problems the following may be achieved:-
reducing limiting beliefs
pain management
enhancing self-appreciation and esteem
setting appropriate, achievable and motivating goals
freedom from past negative experiences
overcoming phobias
stress management
eliminate unwanted habits
Our therapist is an accredited member of the Counselling Society (CS), a member of the British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and a member of the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapy (BACP) and as such adheres to and is bound by its Code of Ethics and Practice.