psychotherapy:healing

There is a view from the path at every turn. Sometimes the panorama is spectacular, positive and uplifting; at other times the view is misty, cloudy and uncertain. The photograph below, taken on a walk in the Lake District near Grasmere, is one of my favourite places. It can be seen at once to reflect not only the choices and pathways found in life, but also those found on the therapeutic journey and the many views from it and within it.

You may find yourself here because life and its challenges are overwhelming at this time.

You may find yourself here as your personal and professional choices require you to begin a journey of development and increasing self knowledge that is

Psychotherapy and healing can help you on your journey following your inner path; both exist as practices with their own professional standards, ethos and culture. In reality the former is working with the psyche and the latter with the energies of the body. At first glance they may appear to be mutually exclusive, but there is an emerging trend for some consideration of a holistic approach that could include both.

The September 2007 edition of Therapy Today, the monthly journal of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy, features an article by Phil Mollon from which the following quote is offered :

"When we work with the psyche and the body's energy system concurrently, there is a powerful therapeutic synergy that is not present when working with the psyche alone or with the body alone"

My psychotherapy is Jungian, psychodynamic and transpersonal and is built on a dialogue rooted in the developing relationship and partnership between myself and my client. It also has elements of both Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy developed by John Kabat Zinn; and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy developed by Aaron Beck. Both of these in different ways make us aware of the connections between thoughts and feelings, their relationship and the potential for change.

My healing is focussed on the relationship and balance between mind and body. It is built on a dialogue which is focussed on the tones of the voice, pure sound and the channeling and focusing of energies.

There are many reasons for seeking therapy and beginning a psychotherapeutic journey. Entering into psychotherapy will bring both the therapist and the client into a close focus upon the inner world of the client.

I work in dedicated premises used solely for psychotherapy and counselling. The rooms are comfortable, quiet and ideal for the purpose.

Situated to the east of the centre of Bedford they are easily accessible to those living in Northampton, Luton and Milton Keynes.

Please leave me a message or email, if I can help in any way.