Vivienne Cobden UKCP FPC (WPF) MBACP

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As you have entered into this website it is clear you are looking for some help in managing/changing areas of your life which are troubling you, so please read on & hopefully, together, we can work towards achieving this, in a comfortable non-judgemental environment, at your pace on a mutually convenient day & time.

HOW CAN THERAPY/COUNSELLING HELP ME?

In 1992 I embarked on 4 year training course to become a therapist/counsellor. I chose to train in this field having had many years of personal therapy which I found invaluable to understanding my own role and responsibilities within relationships, friendships, work colleagues etc.

One of the many benefits from therapy was how it showed me that things didn't have to remain the same. Becoming aware of myself, my thought processes, that didn't help with my 'well being' or happiness, helped me to see that I had the choice to make changes (however uncomfortable) or to choose not to make changes.

That old metaphor "one can't see the wood for the trees" is so true. When we are entrenched within our personal lives and situations we cannot see the wider picture nor be able to separate ourselves or our thinking from it in order to recognise what changes may be possible.

My approach helps guide people towards a deeper understanding of their innate mental well-being by showing them a set of 3 universal principles that depict the relationship between thinking and experience. By recognising that the creative process that generates thinking is the key to health and stability; people are able to navigate life’s ups and downs more effectively.

Within a safe, non-judgemental, accepting environment, therapy/counselling could be the first step to coming out of the "wood" in order to see how beautiful the trees might look.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

As a service provider I work both within the NHS and privately. I am predominantly a psychodynamic counsellor (understanding how events/circumstances in earlier years affect our present) & whilst I am not a CBT counsellor, I do incorporate CBT & Innate health (How our thinking affects all areas of our lives) into my work.

I typically meet with individuals on a weekly basis for 50 minutes.

Depending on one's situation & preference, I work both long term & shorter term.

I am a member of the following recognised organisations

UKCP - UK Council for Psychotherapy
CPJA - Council for Psychoanalysis and Jungian Analysis college
FPC (WPF) - Foundation for Psychotherapy & Counselling
MBACP - Member of the British association of counselling & Psychotherapy

Qualifications:

Diploma in Group Analytic Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

• Abortion
• Abuse
• Addiction(s)
• Affairs and Betrayals
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bereavement
• Bullying
• Child Related Issues
• Depression
• Domestic Violence
• Emotional Abuse
• Family Issues
• Generalised Anxiety
• Low Self-Confidence
• Low Self-Esteem
• Panic Disorder
• Physical Abuse
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Postnatal Depression
• Relationship Issues
• Seasonal Affective Disorder
• Self Harm
• Separation and Divorce
• Sexual Abuse
• Sexual Issues
• Sexuality
• Spirituality
• Stress
• Trauma
• Work Related Issues

Therapies Offered

• Cognitive and Behavioural Therapies
  - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

• Psychoanalytical and Psychodynamic
  - Psychodynamic Therapy

Fees

This is negotiable

Further Information

In Hampshire I work privately from my home in Pilley, Lymington, where there is ample off street parking & a 3 minute walk from the 112 bus stop (Boldre war memorial)

In Hertfordshire I work privately & for the NHS at Bushey Therapy Centre, Bushey.  There is ample on street (no restrictions) parking & a short walk from 142 & 258 bus stops.

Both of the places I work from are comfortable, non clinical environments.

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