Mandy Wax
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About me
I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist and counsellor in Clapham, London SW4 and accessible for surrounding areas.
Why psychotherapy?
Whether you are dealing with a recent crisis or something that has troubled you for a while, psychotherapy can feel like a much needed pause. It provides an opportunity to think, develop and heal. I offer a safe, non judgemental space that enables reflection, questioning and resolution.
What happens in therapy?
Working with a therapist can open up ways to understand yourself better and work through the issues you are facing. If you are struggling to manage anxiety or a relationship you may find speaking to a therapist really helpful. Many people seek therapy because they would like to think about their lives generally as well as those who are working through specific problems or difficulties.
What will be gained from therapy?
Psychotherapy is an opportunity to work with someone who will listen and accept you, and who will understand what you are going through. If you decide to work with me I feel confident that you will find warmth, compassion and an invitation to work through whatever is troubling you.
About me
I have a previous career as a secondary teacher, but I always wanted to be a psychotherapist. Growing up I felt 'different' and misunderstood. My own therapy journey was transformative and I believe that a therapeutic relationship can be very powerful and beneficial. I feel privileged to work with others who trust me enough to share their thoughts and feelings with me.
What happens next?
You can contact me by telephone or email - I offer a free 15 minute telephone consultation and if you wish we can arrange an initial appointment. It isn't always easy to take this step and I recognise the anxieties that may be stirred up for you in making this first move. An initial appointment, and sometimes more than one, is to see how therapy feels for you and to help us decide if we would like to work together. You may say as much as you are able to in these first sessions and I will offer some responses. I will give you an idea about what is entailed in psychotherapy.
If we do want to work together, subsequent sessions are 50 minutes longand take place at the same regular time, agreed by us.
I am very conveniently located in Clapham at The Awareness Centre on Abbevile Road, and it is easy to get to from other areas of S.W. London.
Training, qualifications & experience
I trained at The Site for Contemporary Psychoanalysis which qualified me to be registered as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). This was an intensive training which involved my own therapy and supervision.
In addition to private practice I am the Course Lead at The Awareness Centre Training School. I have a number of years experience working at a London NHS Trust. I have also worked at a North London branch of MIND. My background is in education and therefore also have experience working with adolescents and young adults.
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.
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.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£90.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I offer a free 15 minute telephone consultation that you can schedule before booking an appointment.
