Therapies We Offer

Our specialties

Although we specialise in therapy for adults experiencing past traumatic events, anxiety, depression and low self-worth, we have extensive experience supporting diverse populations and a wide range of mental health concerns. We draw from EMDR, CBT, DBT, Mind-Body Bridging, family and group therapy, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) for couples. We also incorporate attachment theory and mentalization-based psychodynamic psychotherapy. We specialise in helping clients with: - Stress and anxiety - Depression - Trauma - Addiction - Grief - Chronic illness - Caregiving - Divorce and family conflict - Life transitions - Relationship issues - Self-esteem - Spirituality Anxiety Fear and anxiety are common, evolutionary emotions that help us protect ourselves. But when the alarm bells ring constantly it becomes exhausting, and we start avoiding parts of our lives to feel safe. Anxiety disorders include Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), specific phobias, Social Anxiety Disorder, Selective Mutism, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia and Separation Anxiety Disorder. Anxiety disorders are both very common and very treatable. Parenting Parenting a child, adolescent or young adult who is struggling is hard, and common-sense techniques or advice from well-meaning friends often are not enough. Over time this cycle can leave parents and children frustrated and sometimes hopeless. In therapy we address limit-setting and ways to support your children. Our approach is forward-looking, focusing on your goals and desires rather than remaining rooted in past obstacles.

EMDR explained

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured psychotherapy technique used to help people recover from trauma and other distressing life experiences. It involves recalling a distressing memory while a therapist guides you through bilateral stimulation — side-to-side eye movements, tapping or sounds — to help the brain process the memory and reduce its emotional charge. The goal is to reprocess the memory so it is no longer as vivid or upsetting, allowing you to form new, more positive beliefs about the event. How it works - Processing trauma. Trauma can overwhelm the brain's natural processing, leaving distressing memories "stuck" and easily triggered. EMDR helps the brain process these memories and resolve the associated negative emotions, beliefs and sensations. - Bilateral stimulation. The core of EMDR is a back-and-forth stimulus while you focus on the memory — typically following the therapist's finger with your eyes, but it can also involve tapping on hands or legs, or auditory tones. - Brain integration. This is thought to help the brain's hemispheres work together to reprocess the memory, making it less overwhelming so normal healing can resume. The experience is still remembered, but with significantly reduced emotional intensity. EMDR was originally developed for PTSD and is now also used for anxiety disorders, depression, phobias, panic disorders, eating disorders and other conditions related to distressing past events.

DBT explained

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based psychotherapy focused on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness and mindfulness. Key components - Mindfulness — cultivating present-moment awareness and acceptance of thoughts, emotions and behaviours. - Distress tolerance — developing strategies to cope with difficult emotions and situations without engaging in harmful behaviours. - Emotion regulation — identifying and managing intense emotions in a healthy way. - Interpersonal effectiveness — communicating effectively, setting boundaries and maintaining healthy relationships. Benefits Reduces self-harm and suicidal behaviours, improves emotional regulation, enhances coping skills, reduces anxiety and depression, and improves interpersonal relationships. Conditions it targets Borderline personality disorder, emotional dysregulation, substance use disorders, depression, anxiety and trauma. Treatment structure Individual therapy sessions with a licensed therapist, skills training group sessions, homework assignments and practice exercises, and crisis intervention support. Research studies have demonstrated significant improvements in symptoms, quality of life and overall functioning.

CBT explained

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of talk therapy that helps people manage problems by changing unhelpful thinking and behaviour patterns. It is goal-oriented and practical, focusing on current issues and teaching coping strategies. The core principle is that thoughts, feelings and behaviours are interconnected — so changing one can improve the others. How it works - Identifies negative patterns. A therapist works with you to identify unhelpful thought patterns, beliefs and behaviours. - Challenges and reframes. You learn to challenge and reframe negative or irrational thoughts with more realistic ones. - Develops coping skills. You build practical strategies to manage difficult situations and emotions. - Combines cognitive and behavioral techniques for a holistic approach. What it can treat - Mental health conditions: depression, anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, PTSD, eating disorders and phobias. - Other health conditions: insomnia, chronic pain, stress and substance use disorders. - Emotional concerns: grief, divorce and low self-esteem. Key characteristics Collaborative, solution-focused and structured, with homework between sessions — practice exercises are crucial for the therapy to be effective.