About me
Hi, I'm Dan
Some of the issues I help people with include anxiety, stress, burnout, depression, low mood, feeling stuck, loneliness, addiction, bereavement, relationship difficulties, workplace pressures, identity issues and abuse.
I work with professionals experiencing high levels of responsibility, pressure and change.
I'm a registered Psychotherapist who works primarily through talking therapy. I established my practice in 2000 and have over 25 years' experience working with individuals, groups and young people. I offer therapy online and face to face at my practice in London Bridge throughout the year, as well as Walk & Talk Therapy in Southwark Park during the summer months.
I am also an experienced Clinical Supervisor and Placement Manager for trainee therapists. Despite my extensive experience, I remain committed to keeping my fees accessible to as many people as possible.
How I work (Jungian Psychology)
My approach is rooted in Jungian psychology, which recognises the unique potential within each individual. Therapy provides a space to explore difficulties, gain deeper self-understanding and work towards living a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Jungian therapy often explores how past experiences continue to influence present-day thoughts, emotions and relationships. Together we identify and work through obstacles that may be preventing you from moving forward.
Difficulties such as anxiety, depression, stress and burnout can sometimes arise when important aspects of ourselves remain underdeveloped or unheard. These patterns are often linked to life experiences, family history, significant relationships or workplace pressures.
Some people come to therapy following trauma, loss or major life changes, including bereavement, relationship breakdown, redundancy, retirement, ageing, illness, relocation or challenging experiences at work. Others seek support with confidence, identity, self-esteem, social anxiety, relationship difficulties or the desire to feel more comfortable being themselves.
As Jung observed, every individual is unique. Consequently, every therapeutic relationship and every course of therapy is unique.
Exploring personal issues takes time and meaningful change rarely happens in a single session. In line with British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) guidance, short-term therapy may range from 6–12 sessions. I generally recommend beginning with four sessions and then reviewing together how the work is progressing.
I offer online, Walk & Talk and face-to-face therapy in London Bridge. Areas I frequently work with include anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, low confidence, workplace stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, family issues, social anxiety and panic attacks.
Taking the First Step
Starting therapy can feel daunting. Many people worry about stigma, appearing unable to cope, or simply not knowing what to expect. This is particularly common among people carrying significant professional, personal or family responsibilities.
Therapy offers a confidential space to reflect, gain perspective, develop self-awareness and learn more effective ways of navigating life's challenges. Whether you are struggling with a specific issue or simply feel that something is not quite right, talking with someone outside your everyday life can be enormously valuable.
I believe that no therapeutic approach can be effective without a strong and trusting relationship. I see each person as unique and work in a holistic way, focusing on the individual rather than the problem. I am passionate about helping people overcome difficulties, build resilience and create meaningful change in their lives.
Dan
I currently facilitate a free online Men's Wellness, Discussion and Support Group. Further mixed-gender support groups are planned for the future.
www.creative-arts-psychotherapy.com
Training, qualifications & experience
- I graduated from The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama in 2000 and have over 26 years, as a therapist and have extensive experience working with children, young people and adults in various settings. I was employed by the London Borough of Sutton as a Dramatherapist for the Sutton Clinical Health Team for People with Learning Disabilities for 20 years and was here the placement manager supervising Dramatherapy Roehampton University students and Drama and Movement Therapy students from the Royal Central School of SD for a period of 15 years.
- I am a registered C.A.S.T. Clinical Supervisor and offer supervision to all professionals who work in the health and caring professions which could be counsellors, therapists, nurses, doctors, teachers, social workers or care workers.
- I teach Introduction to Dramatherapy at the established City Literary Institute in Covent Garden throughout the year. I previously worked at ‘Studio Upstairs’ - the arts community with a therapeutic concern for 8 years, where I facilitated the Psycho-therapeutic Performance Group in a mental health setting, as well as also supervising students and volunteers.
- I worked extensively with women and men who experience domestic abuse, in the London Borough of Greenwich for ‘Tryangle Project 2011’, where Augusto Boal’s Psych-Educational Forum Theatre (Theatre of the Oppressed) is at the heart of the work.
- I regularly facilitate and make use of Gestalt chair work, Psychodrama, Forum Theatre, Playback Theatre and Gabriel Roth‘s Five Rhythms, as a part of my practice; as well as talking therapy.
Over the years I have very much enjoyed worked closely with Music Therapists, Art Therapists and Dance/Movement Psychotherapists – where I have felt that sharing ways of working with other disciplines, yet related disciplines, and being inspired by them, is not only useful but an essential way of developing one’s own clinical practice.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 16 professions.
They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
- Sexual and identity issues
Therapies offered
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Fees
£70.00 - £80.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I OFFER A FREE 30 MINUTE CONSULTATION - ONLINE
My face to face practise is in London Bridge just behind Guy's Hospital. Despite my 24 years as a therapist I like keeping my fee affordable
- ONLINE/FACE TO FACE/WALK AND TALK: 50 minute individual sessions sliding scale £70 - £80
- Trainees/students only £60 per session.
- Group sessions: £40.00 per person.
- Couple Therapy/mentoring separate and together £80 per hour.
- Clinical Supervision for professionals is priced at £60.00 - £70 per 50 minute session (£50.00 concession price for trainees/students)
- Group supervision offered and is priced at £40 - £45 per person.
I will usually get back to you within a few hours if not immediately, if you initially contact me via email; leaving a voice message will take me a little longer, as I don't always have the chance to call you back swiftly.
When I work
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Further information
How I work:
I work with professionals experiencing high levels of responsibility, pressure and change as well as individuals from any other part of our society.
Creative Arts Psychotherapy has its roots in Jungian psychology which starts by recognising the potential in each individual and working toward allowing the person to develop themselves fully. Jungian therapy frequently involves looking at the way that past experiences have affected the individual and the way they continue to prevent us from living fulfilled lives; in other words, Jungian therapy is about ‘removing obstacles’.
I have extensive experience in:
- Anxiety management
- Stress coping skills
- Anger issues
- Depression
- Addictions
- Relationships
- Identity issues
- Family problems
- Dating
- Self-confidence
- Sexual issues
- Associated unconscious work.
- demanding careers
workplace pressures
burnout
significant life changes -
I currently offer FREE online mens's therapy sessions: Men's Wellness, Discussion and Support Group. Just go to our profile and click to join us: https://www.meetup.com/menswellnessssupport.
Groups sessions including all genders is in the making and will hopefully happen soon too.
Please see the website for a further explanation of dramatherapy and Creative Arts Psychotherapies: www.creative-arts-psychotherapy.com
