Cassandra Jay

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BSc (Hons) Psych, Dip. Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy
Available for new clients
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This professional is available for new clients.

Central London W1G & Chinnor OX39
Available for new clients
Available for new clients

This professional is available for new clients.

About me

Welcome to my profile.

I provide unbiased, empathic and confidential psychotherapy for individuals, couples and family groups remotely and in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and London. I am a Psychosexual, Relationship and Forensic Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. 

I am also certified by the European Federation of Sexology and the European Society for Sexual Medicine as a Clinical Psycho-sexologist.

My therapeutic approach is integrative and incorporates elements of Person-centred therapy, Psychodynamic theory, Trauma therapy, Gestalt and Imago therapies and a systemic approach. I work with each and every client in a way that is right for you.

I am the Clinical Director and founder of The Caesura Centre in Oxfordshire. From this centre, myself and a number of other therapists offer talking therapies including Psychosexual and Relationship therapy, Addiction therapy, Mindfulness, CBT and general counselling. We strive to find you the right therapist with the specialism to suit your needs and a fee to suit your budget.

After completing my BSc (Hons) in Psychology, I qualified with the Post-Graduate London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy. I also hold a Diploma in Clinical and Training Supervision and an HNC in Early Childhood Studies with extensive study in child/parental relationships and attachment, in addition to completing clinical research towards my doctorate in Couple Psychotherapy.

 I am committed to on-going personal and professional development and have taught and attended extensive CPD courses and seminars in the areas of Psychology, Counselling, Addiction, Clinical practice and Sexuality. I have also completed specialist training on working with sexual and gender diversity including the LGBTTQQIP2SAA + community.

In addition to this, I have extensive experience spanning 15 years of specialist work with individuals and couples (including non-monogamous and polyamorous couples and those with interests in a variety of kink and fetish behaviours). 

I have completed specialist training with Patrick Carnes and other pioneers in the field of sexual compulsivity and have vast experience of working with compulsive behaviours including addictions, sex and pornography compulsivity and co-dependent relationships.

I also have a specialism in OCD and intrusive thoughts, hoarding behaviours and assisting those who would like to introduce systems for organisation into their lives. 

I strongly believe that Psychotherapy should be available for everybody, and as such, I always strive to find a therapist within my organisation that you will be able to see for a fee that is affordable for you, no matter what your circumstances are. Please do call or e-mail to discuss your requirements further and to see how Psychotherapy or counselling may be able to help you.

Training, qualifications & experience

HNC in Early Childhood Studies and Attachment
BSc (Hons) Psychology
Post-Graduate Counselling Skills
Post-Graduate London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy Diploma in Clinical and Training Supervision

Currently researching for Professional Doctorate with the Tavistock Institute of Medical Psychology (Tavistock Relationships)
Sexual Compulsivity Therapy
Certificate in working with Sexual Diversity Clients from the LGBT(Q) community

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.

Accredited register membership

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Sexual Compulsivity  
Pornography Compulsivity 
Co-dependent Relationships
Fetishes/ Kink

Gender transitioning 

Gender and Sexuality 

Hoarding 

Intrusive Thoughts 

Organisation and Productivity 

Further information

Our discreet centre is located near Princes Risborough. There is ample free parking on-site.

I also have a practice in Harley Street in Central London which may be more accessible for you. This office is located within a 5 minute walk of Oxford Circus tube station.

Central London, W1G

Chinnor, Oxfordshire, OX39

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Children (0-12)
Young people (13-17)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Families
Organisations

Key details

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Cassandra Jay
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