Doug Stow


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About me
Hello, my name is Doug Stow and I’m an experienced Psychotherapist, Couple & Relationship Psychotherapist, Psychosexual & Sex Addiction Psychotherapist with over 28 years experience - mainly within NHS but also in private practice.
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Accreditation /Registration:
- Accredited Psychosexual Therapist with The Collage of Sexual and Relationship Therapist (COSRT)
- Registered with The United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
- Member of the Association for the Treatment of Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity (ATSAC).
My model of psychotherapy approach is integrative. It means that I will use different approaches from different therapeutic models to suit your needs best. Focusing on current difficulties whilst tracing the root causes, which may be found in earlier life experiences.
My core belief is simple, no matter what the issue being discussed, most important is the relationship between therapist and client. It is that strong relationship that will see us make progress together.
Training, qualifications & experience
Postgraduate Diploma - Psychosexual Therapy, London South Bank University, February 1997
Postgraduate Certificate - Forensic Sexology, University of Central Lancash, June 2005
Professional Certificate - Association for the Treatment of Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity (ATSAC), October 2012
Advance Certificate - Psychosexual & Relationship Psychotherapy (COSRT) - Accredited Training Course, September 2002
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.

COSRT is the UK’s leading membership organisation for therapists specialising in sexual and relationship issues.
All members must abide by their Code of Ethics and the performance of accredited members is regularly monitored.

The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.

The Association for Treatment of Sexual Addiction and Compulsivity (ATSAC) is the leading UK organisation providing hope, information, support, and treatment options for those affected by sexual addiction and compulsivity.
ATSAC sets standards of practice for qualified therapists and provides accreditation for specialist training courses. A therapist who has gone through ATSAC recognised training will have the knowledge to respect and work with you sensitively to find out how best to support your needs.
Therapy options may include one-to-one sessions, group work, and/or relationship counselling. ATSAC is a not-for-profit organisation.
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).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.

Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I am a specialist in four areas:
- Psychosexual and relationship therapy, for individuals and/or partners also known as couples counselling or sex therapy
- Gender and Sexual Diversity – Gender and Sexual Identity, Paraphillia, BDsM/Kink/Fetish, Escorts, Pornography
- Sexual Trauma - Rape
- Therapy for sexual addiction and compulsivity for individuals and/or partners
Therapies offered
Fees
£85.00 - £110.00
Free initial telephone or online session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Please contact by telephone; 07704651234 or email; doug@ds-therapia.com to discuss person details and fee's
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Please contact by telephone; 07704651234 or email; doug@ds-therapia.com to discuss and arrange initial consultation sessions
Further information
Milton Keynes and surrounding area clients are being offered either Face to Face or Zoom or Telephone sessions
Please contact by telephone; 01788227343 or email; doug@ds-therapia.com to discuss and arrange