Holly Brockwell

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Sexual and Relationship Therapy (UKCP; COSRT)
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location_on Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7
Accepting new clients
Accepting new clients

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About me

You may be seeking help with challenges in your relationship, and/or issues with physical intimacy. With 16 years' experience in the psychotherapy field, I work with couples and individuals struggling with a wide range of difficulties. I also specialise in treating sexual difficulties and have undertaken advanced training in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy at the Tavistock Centre in London. 

I work with all the major sexual dysfunctions including difficulties with desire, arousal/erection and/or orgasm/ejaculation; sexual pain (dyspareunia); vaginismus; sexual trauma, and life changes including menopause and pregnancy-related issues. 

After a piece of work - which may be either short or longer term, clients often report improved sexual functioning, deeper intimacy and communication; as well as a sense of healing from past wounds.

If you would like to go ahead, we will spend several sessions gaining a thorough understanding of the factors contributing to the issues you bring. We will also seek to understand any underlying relationship difficulties which may need addressing. Treatment options can then be explored. It is possible to work individually, although often helpful and fruitful if your partner can attend as well.

What I Offer: 

  • Study and experience of a wide range of Therapeutic Approaches, both short and long-term. 16 years' experience.
  • Interventions tailored to your specific challenges and needs.  
  • A warm, welcoming space of acceptance to explore and address any intimacy difficulties. 
  • I value and promote Inclusive Practice - welcoming those from LGBTQA communities, as well as those practicing consensual non-monogamy, or who may be exploring what sexuality means to them. 
  • I use a collaborative approach, with interventions grounded in a solid evidence base.
  • Face-to-face and remote sessions are available, or a combination of the two to suit your needs. 

If you would like to get in contact to set up an Initial Consultation to explore the possibility of working together I look forward to hearing from you via email. 

Registered with BUPA, AXA, Vitality and Aviva. 


 

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Current: Diploma in Psychosexual Therapy (2022-2024) (Tavistock Relationships, London)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Psychotherapy and Counselling (Regent’s College, London) - Distinction 
  • Advanced Diploma Existential Psychotherapy (Regent’s College, London)
  • Fully accredited (UKCP)
  • 16 years’ Clinical Experience
  • Areas of Speciality include Psychosexual Therapy, Couple and Relationship Therapy, Trauma (including Sexual), attachment, and loss.

I have worked for many years as an NHS Psychotherapist, as well as in several charity sector areas – giving me extensive experience working with people suffering from a wide range of mental and emotional difficulties. 

Memberships:

I am an accredited member of UKCP; an additional member of The Society of Existential Analysis (SEA), and a student member of COSRT (College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists).

Fully insured with up-to-date Enhanced DBS check.

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UKCP
UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

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Accredited register membership

UK Council for Psychotherapy
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UK Council for Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Fees

Health Insurance/EAP

  • check_circle Aviva
  • check_circle Axa Health
  • check_circle BUPA
  • check_circle Vitality

Additional information

I am currently taking on Couples and Individuals experiencing Relationship and Sexual Issues. Once vacancies are filled, I keep a waiting list for prospective clients. 

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples

Key details

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Holly Brockwell
Holly Brockwell