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Hi, I'm Anjelena and I'm so glad you're here 

It's common to feel like we've lost touch with who we really are. Certain experiences in life can shape us to relate and respond the the world around us in a certain way. I work with a lot of people who would describe themselves as chronic overthinkers and "people-pleasers". People who find themselves constantly doubting what they say and do, self-critise a lot, seamlessly attuning themselves to others' needs at the expense of their own wellbeing and end up feeling overwhelmed, drained and distant from themselves as well as loved ones.

 

I'm so passionate about this area of therapy because I have personally navigated the path that many of my clients face. A journey that has been profoundly transformative for me and led me to have a deep understanding why and where my anxiety and people pleasing tendencies came from, recognise my triggers and unhelpful coping mechanisms; having healthier ways to express, respond, practice setting and maintaining boundaries and cope with challenging or stressful situations. 

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I’m here to help you gain clarity and understanding on how and why past experiences may be impacting your present and guide you in breaking free from your limiting beliefs and unhelpful patterns. Together, we’ll build a personalised toolbox to empower you in enriching your life with more authenticity, assertiveness, inner-security and contentment. 

 

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My Professional Background

This bit might sound quite psychobabble-y but it's important that you know I'm fully qualified to be your therapist. I have over 15 years experience of practicing in the NHS as well as private practice and I am an accredited member of the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP). This accreditation confirms that my qualifications meet rigorous standards and that I practice in line with the BABCP code of ethics. You can verify my credentials by searching for my name here:  CBT Search Results (babcp.com)

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Qualifications:

  • Level 1-3 Somatic Therapy for Complex Trauma
  •  Postgraduate Diploma in High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Interventions 

  • MSc Clinical and Forensic Psychology 

  • BSc in Psychology and Counselling 

Continued Professional Development:

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  • Compassion Focused Therapy for the Self-Critical Mind

  • Putting Polyvagal Theory Into Practice: Essential Strategies for Creating Safety and Connection with Trauma clients

  • Addressing Unconscious Bias & Systemic Microaggression

  • Using Compassion Focused Therapy to Work with Shame Based Trauma Memories

  • Fostering Queer Joy: Affirming Cognitive Behaviour Therapy with LGBTQIA+

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy for Trauma 

  • Acceptance Commitment Therapy: ACTivating in practice 

  • Delivering CBT with autistic clients to improve mental health

  • CBT for adult ADHD: Helping clients turn intentions into actions

  •  Working with Survivors of Coercive Control in Narcissistic Abuse

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