Premila Ashcroft

I am a BACP accredited, experienced counsellor, having achieved my Advanced Diploma in Counselling with University of Cambridge. My training , theoretical background and Clinical Practice is rooted in Psychodynamic discipline where the focus is mainly on the unconscious relationship patterns that have evolved since childhood.
I draw on and use other therapeutic methods , including CBT techniques mainly with Depression and Anxiety; Brief Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Imago Therapy mainly with Couples work. I currently work within the NHS , in GP surgeries delivering the IAPT services. I  tailor my approach to provide a professional and confidential service to meet individual needs whilst ensuring empathic listening without judgement.

I work with all EAP providers using Brief CBT techniques as well as Counselling .

I work with most Mental Health distresses and offer safe, caring, confidential and non- judgemental therapy to Individuals as well as Couples.

I support, enable and work with

those who are self harming

survivors of sexual abuse ,emotional abuse, physical abuse and verbal abuse.

those experiencing Domestic abuse
those suffering with PTSD and other Trauma
those struggling with Eating disorders and Dissociative disorders.

Addictions, including Drug and Alcohol and Internet Addiction.

I  support those suffering with OCD and other disorders including Excoriation , Skin Picking or Trichotillomania and Hair Pulling.

As well as running my own private practice, I work with organisations and EAP providers and offer general counselling in a wide range of issues including depression, stress, anxiety, panic attacks, bullying, low self esteem and low self confidence, bereavement, relationship issues as well as provide more specialised therapy.
I regularly update my clinical and professional expertise through Continuing Professional Development and Supervision.

I am an Accredited Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and adhere to its Code of Ethics (MBACP) (Accred).

The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, or BACP, define counselling as...
“Counselling and psychotherapy are umbrella terms that cover a range of talking therapies. They are delivered by trained practitioners who work with people over a short or long term to help them bring about effective change or enhance their wellbeing.”