Sometimes our turmoil can build up gradually as we experience painful events, the slow accumulation of suppressed pain can take its toll.
I work to give release to pain, freeing internal space and nurturing contentment.
-Psychotherapy, Counselling, Beckenham-
The grieving process can be long and confusing with sadness and anger seeking expression, challenging our core beliefs and the meaning to our existence.
I work to find ways to process and make sense of this painful chapter.
Psychotherapy, Counselling, Beckenham, Grieving.
Life can be overwhelming at times, the joys and heartaches, losing those we care for, processing news atrocities, feeling blocked, wanting to feel but scared of what might emerge.
I provide support to make sense and feel better. #psychotherapy#counselling#Beckenham
Sometimes an obvious present moment distress might be symptomatic of a deeper underlying area not fully processed. I work to make sense of the deeper emotions fuelling present moment thoughts and behaviours. #psychotherapy#Beckenham#counselling#anxiety#depression
Anger and hostility can be masking very deep hurt and feelings of threat, a maladaptive adjustment to an environment that did not offer enough consistent support and care. Through a gradual process I help my clients to assimilate their pain and feel more content. #psychotherapy
Shame can be ubiquitous and the most potent of experiences for anyone, it can cause much distress and pain.
I work to make sense of my clients healthy and unhealthy shame reactions, in turn nurturing more self compassion and acceptance. #psychotherapy#counselling#Beckenham
A deep longing to connect and bond with others can also be fraught with challenge. Festive periods can highlight such challenges. I work to make sense of what is within the turmoil so as to live more peacefully. #psychotherapy#counselling#family#innerchild#beckenham
Our inner defences can block us from seeking help, growing and feeling better, our avoidance of what troubles us can be complex and sophisticated.
I work to understand and embrace those defences.
#psychotherapy#counselling#Beckenham#somatic#gestalt#london
For some their needs get mixed up with being selfish or self absorbed, neither is true. I work to make sense of why this internal judgement exists and how to feel more at peace with our intrinsic nature to meet our valid needs. #counselling#psychotherapy#Beckenham#Sevenoaks
A true great in the understanding and writing of personalities and how to treat them, and more importantly care for those seeking help.
To my friend, may you rest in peace. Thank you Steve for everything. #StephenMJohnson#PhD#psychologist#psychotherapist#friend
We can resist change even if we know it would benefit us, elaborate defences once needed may not serve us any longer.
I work to support my clients through these stages to a more content life. #counselling#psychotherapy#beckenham#sevenoaks#therapy
Sometimes we can feel hopeless and lost, with patience and focus on our deepest self this can change. I work towards making sense of the inner clouds and fog and moving towards internal clarity and contentment. #psychotherapy#counselling#beckenham#sevenoaks#hope#gestalt
A normal and healthy part of self growth is to feel resistance and anxiety, this includes considering starting therapy. I work to understand what is in the unknown and ease those anxieties. #therapy#counselling#psychotherapy#beckenham#sevenoaks
To be human is to experience emotional turmoil to varying degrees, unprocessed feelings and thoughts can lead to inner struggles. I work to support my clients through their unique process, building resources ready for future challenges. #beckenham#psychotherapy#counselling
It is hard to be happy when we try to be what others want us to be, connecting with our deepest self can bring increased wellbeing, confidence and contentment.
I work to support others in finding who they are. #counselling#psychotherapy#therapy#beckenham#sevenoaks#kensington
The process of grieving can last a long time, if blocked can lead to trapped grief or depression. I work to support my clients through their losses, to be with sadness, anger and pain, in turn being able to move forwards. #counselling#psychotherapy#beckenham#kent#sevenoaks
Our deepest of yearnings is for human connection, if this is disrupted in childhood or in significant adult relationships it can cause much inner turmoil. I work to make sense of this turmoil and how these deepest of needs can be met. #counselling#psychotherapy#attachment
Trapped, unprocessed feelings can cause much inner turmoil, we may not know how best to express them, in turn strengthening the inner block.
I work to provide a safe space for full expression of any emotions that need such release. #therapy#counselling#psychotherapy#beckenham