Cigdem Berrett

Hello and welcome.

I am a fully qualified psychotherapist and psychotherapeutic counsellor.

I work with individuals and couples who are seeking emotional well-being,  clarity, and a greater connection with themselves and others.

Life can be challenging. We might find ourselves grappling with complex and challenging emotions that leave us feeling weighed down. We may doubt ourselves and our choices or carry a sense of 'not getting things right'. We may find ourselves stuck in patterns of thoughts, feelings, or behaviours that cause difficulty. 

I will work with you to explore aspects of yourself or your life with a fresh perspective so that you can find a way forward. Therapy provides an excellent platform to do this, where you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships. 

Whether you are seeking support for emotional well-being, personal growth, or deeper connections in your relationships, I'd love to hear from you.

Where

Currently, I offer sessions from two locations; Braintree and Colchester. Both locations offer peaceful and welcoming spaces. Additionally, I offer online sessions.

Experience

I have provided counselling and psychotherapy in a variety of settings, including charitable organisations and the NHS, and have experience of working with people (18+) from diverse backgrounds. 

Some of the issues I have helped people with in the past include:

• relationships troubles
• anxiety
• depression and low mood
• low self-esteem
• life transitions (becoming a parent, changing jobs, retirement, relocation, children leaving home etc.)
• stress management
• grief and loss
• trauma and trust issues
• unresolved childhood experiences

In addition, I have special interests in neurodivergence, low self-esteem and attachment.

My approach

My therapeutic approach is underpinned by Transactional Analysis. Transactional Analysis is a versatile and efficient approach to therapy which incorporates important aspects of different types of modalities (humanistic, cognitive behavioural and psychoanalytic).

This means that I make use of a range of therapeutic concepts and methods that are tailored to unique individual needs. My style is collaborative, and focused on here-and-now while paying attention to past/present relational experiences.

I am passionate about psychological and emotional wellbeing. I believe that we all have the capacity for positive change and personal growth.  I adopt an empathic and respectful approach while offering gentle challenges.

In couples therapy, we would focus on you and your partner's relationship, past and present ways of relating and your connection as a couple. 

Length and format of therapy

I offer short, medium/long-term therapy depending on your needs and preference. When therapy is short-term, we might focus on an issue that is at the forefront of your mind. Or you may wish to work long-term to deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships. 

What happens in our first meeting?

At our first session, we can discuss your reasons for seeking therapy and how we might work together. Understanding your expectations, aims and hopes from the therapy process is important.

Next steps

If you're considering working with me, please feel free to reach out via text, email, or phone call. I understand that it may be daunting to begin therapy, so I offer a complimentary 15-minute phone call, where we can have a chat, and you can ask me any questions, you may have. 

For more information, please visit my website or please reach out to make an appointment.

Please see my articles below for more resources.

I practice from Braintree and Colchester. Both locations offer safe, calm and welcoming spaces which are easily accessible from Halstead, Sudbury, Coggeshall, Chelmsford, Colchester, Dunmow and other nearby places.

There is free onsite parking available in Braintree. If you are coming by train, there is a walk of approximately 10 mins from the mainline station. 

My Colchester practice is in the city centre. There is no parking available at the premises; however, there are a number of public car parks nearby.