"Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren't always comfortable, but they're never weakness."
- Brené Brown
My Approach
I offer an integrative approach to therapy, drawing on a range of theories and tailoring therapy to the individual and their unique context, circumstances and challenges. This often includes person-centered, psychodynamic, attachment-focused modalities, and CBT/DBT techniques where appropriate. My approach is grounded in empathy, integrity, and evidence-based practices, ensuring a safe and supportive space for clients to navigate life’s challenges.
About me
Hello, I'm Bêne (pronounced "Beanie"), a South African/British Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC. I have been practicing for over four years, providing compassionate and tailored support to individuals and couples. Currently, I am in the final stages of completing my PhD, which focuses on disenfranchised grief—a subject I am deeply passionate about.
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Individual
Psychotherapy
Individual psychotherapy is a collaborative and confidential process between a therapist and a client aimed at addressing various psychological, emotional, and behavioural challenges. In this therapeutic relationship, the client has the opportunity to explore their thoughts, feelings, experiences, and behaviors in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space.
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Couples Therapy
Couples therapy using an Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) approach, offers a supportive space for partners to address relationship challenges, enhance communication, and deepen emotional bonds. Though a structured process couples work together to identify and transform negative patterns of interaction, fostering greater understanding, connection, and resilience in their relationship.
How I can help
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Whether you're grappling with a specific issue or simply not feeling like yourself, please don't hesitate to reach out to discuss your specific needs. Here are some common reasons individuals come to see me:
Grieving the loss of a loved one
Anxiety/
panic attacks
High-functioning depression
Couples therapy
Trauma
Low self-esteem
Difficulties with managing anger
Stress/
burnout
Navigating life transitions and significant life events
If the difficulty you are struggling with is not on this list, please get into contact as I may still be able to help you or refer you to a colleague.
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