Adrian Herceg
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About me
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, or trauma? Do daily challenges feel overwhelming, or are you grappling with feelings of isolation and loneliness following a significant life changing event or loss? Do you feel stuck, unable to understand why life feels more difficult than it should?
At times, life can become difficult, and we may find ourselves disconnected not only from the world around us but also from our true selves. When this occurs, professional support can make all the difference.
I am a fully qualified, MBACP registered counsellor based in Bedford dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey of personal development and healing. With experience in both private and NHS settings, I incorporate a variety of traditional counselling and psychotherapeutic approaches such as:
Person Centered
Emotion Focused/Experiential
Psychodynamic
DBT
Solution Focused/Coaching Skills
Additionally, I specialize in addiction recovery, working in the private rehabilitation sector and having had a profound experience with my own recovery journey.
Through my own experience, I have learned that the most powerful form of addiction/dependency is not tied to substances or behaviors, but to the thoughts and belief systems we all carry with us that shape our perceptions of ourselves and the world we live in, which is where we often get stuck. Throughout our lives we are conditioned by our experiences and environments, influencing the ways we think and feel. My role is to walk with you as you explore and challenge these beliefs, uncovering the emotions and patterns that shape your life. Together, we will work towards your goals, in a safe, non-judgmental environment, helping you achieve personal growth and lasting positive change.
Practice Overview:
My primary goal is to create a safe, supportive space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and emotions, grounded in trust. I offer fresh perspectives, guiding you to examine your life experience from angles that may alleviate the pain they cause. Our thoughts and perceptions directly influence our feelings, which in turn create the reality we live in.
Having worked with diverse client groups in both the private rehabilitation sector and the NHS as a Relational Therapist for depression, I have supported individuals from various walks of life, each with unique challenges, often underpinned by trauma. I believe that the key to healing lies in uncovering the root causes of pain and providing a space where individuals can explore their emotions freely. It is through this process that clients often experience true freedom and peace of mind.
Many of my clients have found relief from deep emotional pain related to:
• Bereavement & Suicide
• Sexual Abuse
• Dysfunctional Family Environments & Childhood Trauma
• Relationship Breakdown & Divorce
• Children/Families of Alcoholics/Addicts
• Bullying
• Loneliness & Isolation
• PTSD, Depression & Anxiety
• Chronic Illness & Long-Term Health Conditions
• Addictions (Substances, Alcohol, Medication, Eating Disorders, Gambling, Pornography, Work, Social Media/Dating Apps, Sex/Love/Relationship Addiction)
• Self-Harm, OCD, Intrusive thoughts & Compulsive Behaviours
• Co-Dependency & Sex/Love Addiction Difficulties
• ADHD & Emotional Regulation
I believe that within each of us lies the capacity to overcome the challenges holding us back from living a fulfilling and meaningful life. My role is to help you recognize and harness your own inner strengths so that you can experience peace and thrive as your authentic self.
Your First Session:
I understand that the first session with a new therapist can feel daunting. You may be wondering, “What will they be like? Will we connect? What will happen during our time together?”
As part of my commitment to ethical practice, I offer a complimentary 15-minute phone assessment to ensure we are a good fit for each other before committing to a full session.
In the first session, we will explore your needs and expectations, setting a foundation for the work we will do together. My approach is rooted in the therapeutic relationship between myself and my clients, so there is no pressure to commit to ongoing sessions right away. You’ll have time to reflect on the session before deciding if I am the right therapist for you.
Our sessions will be open-ended, tailored to your unique needs, and never bound by a fixed number of appointments. The pace and structure of therapy will evolve as we work together, ensuring that you are always at the center of your therapeutic journey.
Next Steps:
If you’re ready to begin your journey toward healing and self-discovery, I’m here to walk alongside you. Together, we will explore your thoughts and emotions, uncover underlying patterns, and work towards creating lasting positive change in your life
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Keywords : alcoholism, drug addiction, alcoholic, alcohol, drugs, drinking, drink problem, drug problem, alcoholism, drug addiction, alcoholic, alcohol, drugs, drinking, drink problem, drug problem, generalised anxiety disorder, feeling sad, family issues, trauma, affairs and betrayals, cognitive behavioural therapy, CBT, bipolar disorder, separation and divorce, adhd, sexual abuse, person-cantered therapy, addiction, addiction, loneliness, emotional abuse, suicidal thoughts, post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd), anger management, obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd), emdr, integrative, work-related stress, eating disorders, borderline personality disorder, psychoanalytical and psychodynamic, alcoholism, sex problems, abuse, binge-eating disorder, health anxiety, addiction(s), self-harm, sexuality, attachment disorder, drug addiction, gambling, sex addiction, alcoholism, hoarding, gambling, smoking, neglect, loss of identity, bullying, bereavement, Childhood trauma/abuse, chronic illness, co-dependency
Training, qualifications & experience
MBACP registered Member:
I work with and have experience in the following:
Person Centered
Psychodynamic
CBT
Mindfulness
12 Step Recovery
Addiction Specialist
Life Coaching
Experiential
Counselling for Depression
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
