Anneke McCabe

Kilburn
NW6 		Anneke McCabe
020 7372 7901
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I am a BPC registered psychotherapist, working both in the NHS and in private practice. I have substantial experience of working with people with depression, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, addictions, psychosexual problems, eating disorders and low self esteem.

I am based in Kilburn, close to the Jubilee Line, the Bakerloo Line, the Overground and West Hampstead Thameslink.

Whilst trained as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I also offer psychodynamic counselling, adapting my approach as appropriate to the presenting problems.  My approach is based on the understanding that difficult experiences in the past can continue to affect the way we feel and behave in the present.  I aim to provide a safe place in which people can talk openly about themselves so as to help them understand what might have contributed to their problems and change the way they respond.

Who is psychodynamic/psychoanalytic therapy for?

This is one of many different types of therapy and involves talking to a person who is trained to listen and think in a sensitive way.  It is helpful for those who suspect their difficulties have an emotional or psychological origin and who are seeking to gain a deeper understanding.

How is it different from CBT?

In psychodynamic/psychoanalytic therapy the therapist is not directive and does not usually give advice.  The relationship between the therapist and patient is a key element of the treatment.  This approach is particularly helpful for those whose symptoms are more pervasive, less specific and more longstanding.

What is the evidence for psychodynamic/psychoanalytic therapy?

There is a growing body of evidence.  For example see Shedler,J (2009) "The efficacy of psychodynamic psychotherapy", in American Psychologist. Shedler examines the empirical evidence and finds that it supports the efficacy of psychodynamic psychotherapy. Moreover, patients maintain their therapeutic gains and appear to continue to improve after treatment ends.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

I graduated in Social Psychology in 1976 and worked in a residential therapeutic community for people with mental health problems. I then completed a number of further courses including a Diploma in Humanistic Psychology.

In 1989 I attended a two year pre-training course titled Seminars in Psychotherapy at the Tavistock Clinic and then in 1995 I began my professional training as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist at the British Association of Psychotherapists.

I qualified as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist in 2000 and became a Senior Member of the British Association of Psychotherapists in 2004.  

I completed a one year course in Supervision Skills with the British Association of Psychotherapists in 2001 and offer clinical supervision.

In 2009 I completed a training in group analysis at the Turvey Institute and obtained a Diploma in Group Analytic Psychotherapy. I am also registered with the Institute of Group Analysis as a group analyst.

I have worked in GP surgeries as a primary care counsellor, and in various other NHS settings. I am currently a Consultant Psychotherapist in the NHS, employed by CNWL Foundation Trust.  I worked previously for many years as a BACP accredited counsellor.

I have done a number of further courses, including a course in Mentalisation Based Therapy and a course in brief Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy.

I have over 16 years experience of providing counselling and psychotherapy in my private practice, and over 20 years experience of working with people with mental health problems in the NHS and Local Authorities.

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies Offered

Fees

£42 - £48 per session.

Further Information

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Registered / Accredited Counsellor or Psychotherapist
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