Solution Focused Coaching (SFC)

I have extensive training in a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques which can be integrated in sessions, which I base around several approaches including Solution Focused Coaching, (SFC) which is particularly useful if clients have an idea of what is the root of their issues, or have a specific behaviour which they would like to alter. This approach can be particularly useful as it allows the client to play an active part in the therapeutic process, by setting goals and activities to work on in between sessions, and creates a strong sense of f accomplishment and achievement, and is very effective where traditional counselling or therapeutic approaches have not quite addressed the problem for clients.

Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)

Sessions can be focused around Neuro Linguistic Programming, which is based on the concept of how we use language (including self-talk), affects our experience, and by looking at the used at and altered to a more favourable use of language, which will in turn effect our expectation and experiences, to more favourable and agreeable outcome.

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) 

Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, (MBCT) offers a unique subtle approach to therapy, where clients are taught simple meditations to use within and between sessions, which allow any discomfort within the mind or body to be acknowledged and noticed. This allows for any fear regarding it to be reduced, and in turn the symptom be that fear, pain, discomfort or anxiety is also reduced. This approach is particularly effective with ongoing issues such as pain management.

Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR)

According to the NHS, EMDR involves recalling the traumatic incident in detail while making eye movements, usually by following the movement of your therapist's finger. other methods may include the therapists tapping their finger or playing sounds. It works very similar to Hypnotherapy and is another tool which can be highly effective for some clients, particularly with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It can be the basis of a series of therapy sessions, or as part of a more integrative, holistic approach. 

Having completed an MSc in Positive Psychology I have a great appreciation for new and revised therapeutic approaches which focus on positive behaviours and attributes such as Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, (MBCT). I also offer Emotional Freedom Techniques, (EFT) including Tapping Therapy, Eye Movement and Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Neuro-Linguistic Programming, (NLP) and Positive Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. All can be integrated into counselling sessions, or as stand-alone approaches.