Dr Sherylin Thompson CPsychol DCPsych UKCP MBACP (Canary Wharf, E14)

About me

Did you know that one in five Britons has consulted a counsellor or psychotherapist?* You are certainly not alone in turning to professional support to help you through a difficult time. Counselling and psychotherapy is valuable to so many people at some point in their lives. I practice out of Canary Wharf in the Docklands in East London as well as by Skype.

About me
I am a counselling psychologist and psychotherapist in private practice in Canary Wharf in the Docklands of East London (E14). I am recognised by the UK's leading professional organisations for counselling and psychotherapy, the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) as well the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapists (UKCP) and I am a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS), the governing body for psychologists and the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC).

I combine my leaning towards academic accomplishment with a down-to-earth and approachable manner in working with clients. I have worked clincially in a number of settings and with clients from a variety of backgrounds and presenting difficulties. These settings have spanned hospital contexts, not-for-profit organisations as well as private practice. I currently work with leading insurance and Employee Assistance Programmes to meet the high-quality service demands of their corporate clients. I am a recognised by Aviva, AXA PPP, Bupa and Cigna. I also accept GP referrals in Tower Hamlets and am experienced in working with a diversity of concerns. I am also very pleased to hear from private individuals considering entering counselling and so I have endeavoured to make my practice as accessible as possible in terms of affordability, disability and diversity.

On a more personal note, I am South-African born and have been living in London for the previous 13 years. On relocating myself in the UK, I set about establishing dual career paths. Before dedicating my career to psychotherapy and psychology, I also worked in the pressurised world of the media and communications departments in high-profile organisations. The blend of my two cultural and professional backgrounds helps me bring a grounded and practical stance to what might seem like lofty and inaccessible psychological ideas.

My areas of work
I work generally with individuals facing common human struggles and couples wanting to resolve their difficulties. We all go through rocky periods in our lives and therapy can help you smooth a way forward. Some examples of how therapy can help you move through difficulties include:

• Understanding what might be causing problems and repetitive patterns.
• Clarifying what direction you want to take in your life.
• Exploring problems with intimate relationships or family members.
• Overcoming trauma - be it from childhood or more recently.
• Coping with loss and bereavement.
• Managing workplace issues such as stress, bullying and career decisions.

In particular, I have worked extensively with bereavement, domestic violence and adult survivors of childhood abuse. In addition, examples of my experience include stress, identity issues, panic disorders, eating disorders and self harm, anxiety and depression. You can see a full list on my website.
I will be leading an 8-week mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) course on Tuesday evenings starting from 7th February 2017. Find out more at http://eastlondonmindfulness.uk/mbsr-london/

See me in Canary Wharf or by Skype

I work with individuals and couples in person at my practice in Canary Wharf, East London. I also offer therapy by Skype to individuals who find it difficult to access therapy in any other way. You can find out more about Skype therapy at my website (www.psychologist.city/skypetherapy).

My office is less than an eight-minute walk from Canary Wharf Underground Station (Jubilee Line) or 4 minutes from West India Quay DLR station. This is less than a 15-minute journey from London Bridge, Bank, Tower Hill, Greenwich and Stratford.

In sum, you can learn about my work at these following links:

www.psychologist.city
www.thebeingwell.org

* The statistic, of 1 in 5 Brittons consulting a counsellor or psychotherapist, comes from the British Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists. For more information, see: http://counsellinginpartnership.bacp.co.uk/media/index.php?newsId=2066&count=538&start=66&filter=&cat=&year=