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My Approach to Therapy

I embrace an integrative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to the unique context, circumstances, and needs of my clients. I was trained in a variety of therapeutic modalities, including:

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  • Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

  • Person-Centred Therapy

  • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)

  • Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) 

  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

  • Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
     

This diverse training allows me to work from an integrative perspective, drawing from different modalities to meet the evolving needs of each client. My approach is flexible, adapting to the session's focus, and holistic, acknowledging the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and environment in shaping emotional well-being. Central to my practice is the creation of a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel safe to open up and experience being seen, heard, and understood.

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I offer EMDR therapy for trauma, an evidence-based approach designed to help process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity. EMDR is particularly effective for PTSD, complex trauma, and distressing life experiences, allowing clients to move forward without feeling controlled by past events.

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I prioritise fostering a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust and empathy. Within this relationship, clients take an active role in their healing journey, drawing on their unique insights and experiences. This empowerment enables them to navigate both their internal and external worlds with curiosity, compassion, and understanding.

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Bêne Otto - The Remote Psychologist
"Rather than particular techniques, the far greater predictors of positive outcomes are therapeutic relationships, or counsellor qualities in therapeutic relationships that capitalize on clients’ internal strengths."
 

- Jeff Cochran and Nancy Cochran

Calm Sea
Dr Bêne Otto Counselling Psychologist
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