Christine WestI offer Counselling and Arts Psychotherapy to explore your issues in a warm, supportive and confidential space. I have a private practice in Crouch End and Archway in North London, and I am within easy reach of Camden, Kentish Town, Holloway, Highgate, Wood Green, Finsbury Park and Barnet.
I have been a member of the BACP for 15 years, and am State Registered with HPC (Health Professions Council). I work in two organisations as a therapist and clinical supervisor. As well as talking about what concerns you, we can also explore the issues you bring, through the use of different creative techniques. These can include Dramatherapy, Gestalt, Role-play, Drawing, Mindfulness and CBT based therapies.
Conditions/problems I have worked with:- Stress and anxiety
- Low self-esteem and confidence
- Difficulties in relationships
- Bereavement and other losses
- Depression
- Feelings of panic
- and any other problems that prevent you from living a fulfilling life.
What to expectI will not give you direct advice, instead I will encourage you to talk about what concerns you and help you to explore those issues, as well as look at your feelings and thoughts about yourself and in relation to others. To help make sense of what is happening we will touch in on your past history and current circumstances and find a way to move forwards. Most clients come weekly, some for a limited number of sessions, but most prefer open-ended therapy. Commitment and motivation to change can really make a difference.