Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy in South East London

What sort of problems might therapy help me with?
At many different times during our life we may find ourselves questioning why it is we think, feel or act the way we do, particularly when stressed, hurt and feeling overwhelmed. Many people seek psychotherapy for different reasons and these might relate to:

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• Experiencing anxiety, depression, or a sense of emptiness

• Struggling to cope with losses, or separation

• Facing challenges with self-confidence and esteem

• Difficulty in forming or maintaining healthy relationships

• Repeatedly engaging in unsatisfactory or toxic relationships

• Feeling a lack of direction or purpose in life

• Dealing with unresolved issues from the past

• Seeking to understand and accept one's identity

• Compulsive and destructive behaviour 

• Cultural discrimination, race and immigration issues 

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Whatever your reason for seeking help, I can provide a safe, non-judgmental, and confidential environment where I can help you identify, explore and work through the things troubling you.

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Counselling or Psychotherapy
Many people wonder about the difference between counselling and psychotherapy and the distinction between the two can often be understood in terms of their duration and focus.
 
Counselling is generally shorter-term, lasting around 12 to 24 sessions. It is typically sought in response to a specific issue that requires immediate attention. The primary goal of counselling is more solution-focused, to restore balance and a sense of self while providing support during a challenging period of time.
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Psychoanalytic psychotherapy, however, involves a longer-term investment of the self as It delves into deeper unconscious aspects of the psyche and usually spans 1 -2 years or more. Through the development of a therapeutic relationship, psychoanalytic psychotherapy can foster a more profound understanding and acceptance of oneself.
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