Catherine Allen

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BACP Accred. EMDR Therapist

About me

I am an experienced, BACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor and EMDR Therapist, with over 18 years' experience working with adults.

I specialise particularly in trauma and the impact that difficult or painful experiences can have on us, both in the present and over time. This includes childhood and developmental trauma, abuse, PTSD and complex PTSD. I also work with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and low self-esteem.

I believe that our experiences can shape the way we see ourselves, our relationships and the world around us. Counselling can provide an opportunity to understand these patterns, make sense of what has happened and explore what you might want to do differently.

My work is relational and integrative, drawing on different therapeutic approaches according to the individual person and what they need. Where appropriate, I also use EMDR when working with trauma.

Training, qualifications & experience

Psychology BSc (Hons)

Diploma in Integrative Counselling

EMDR Therapist

CBT

PG in Supervision

BACP Accredited

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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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

Fees

£70.00 per session

Health Insurance/EAP

  • Aviva
  • Axa Health
  • Vitality
  • BUPA

Additional information

Location of therapy 

Bromley  - £70.00

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Type of session

In person
Online
Home visits

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Groups
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

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Online platforms

Bilateral Base
FaceTime
Microsoft Teams
Whatsapp
Zoom

Supervision

In person

Supervision available.

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Catherine Allen
Catherine Allen