Irene Brown-Martin
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About me
I am a highly skilled psychodynamic and interpersonal psychotherapist who works remotely, and have experience working in the third sector as a clinical lead, supervisor, and also within NHS services. Currently alongside an established private practice, I am the head of service for an early intervention community mental health service.
In my clinical work I have supported Individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, race-based traumatic stress, unresolved childhood experiences as well as individuals affected by life transitions. I work with adults, young adults, as well as children and adolescents experiencing emotional or behavioural difficulties.
In psychodynamic treatment I offer a therapeutic setting in which you can put words to difficult thoughts and feelings through the exploration not just of current difficulties, but of patterns of behaviour, family history, relationships, and significant events, which might lead to greater self understanding and acceptance. I work with you to gain greater insight, recognise, experience and understand your deep rooted feelings in order for you to build your own unique solutions.
In Interpersonal psychotherapy, we will work on a time limited basis. We will focus on relieving symptoms of depression, and also work in ways that help you improve your current relationships.
I am aware that the decision to enter therapy can be an emotional one, and offer an initial telephone consultation session for you to begin to explore your issues with me and see if I'm a good fit. I offer ongoing weekly sessions- these can be on an open ended or a time limited basis.
Whatever you are finding difficult in life, whether it be relationships difficulties, works issues, a loss or bereavement, psychotherapy can offer a life-changing experience which can help you to improve your mental health, overcome social or emotional challenges.
Training, qualifications & experience
I studied at Goldsmiths University where I gained MA in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. My MA dissertation was published by Goldsmiths University. I then trained at the Anna Freud Centre to specialise in treating depression. My clinical experience stems from working with a diverse client group in various settings, including leading a community mental health service in Southwark.
As well as working as a private therapist, I currently lead a clinic for child, adolescent, and adult mental health service.
I am accredited by BACP and IPTUK
Member organisations
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.
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred).
Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision.
Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training.
All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
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 trained as a supervisor at the Terapia Centre in child, adolescent and adult psychotherapy and counselling supervision.
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 - £80.00
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
- Specialist treatment for depression: £90
- Psychodynamic counselling: £70
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Further information
Therapy can be a powerful tool in managing your anxiety and low mood symptoms. However, it can take time to figure out what type of therapy is right for you. I offer a free consultation to see if we are the right fit for each other.
