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Therapy Modalities

 

You do not need to know exactly which type of therapy is right for you before getting started. Research consistently shows that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the strongest predictor of successful therapy outcomes.

This page offers a simple introduction to the different approaches our therapists work with.

Under each modality, you’ll find the therapists who offer this approach. Click on their name or profile to learn more about them.

 

Integrative psychotherapy

Brings together methods from different traditions, not as a patchwork of techniques but as a way of working responsively with the uniqueness of each person. An integrative therapist considers the psychological, relational, and embodied dimensions of experience, adapting their approach as the work unfolds. This allows therapy to remain both flexible and grounded, rather than tied to a single model.

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Psychoanalytic psychotherapy

Explores the influence of unconscious processes, especially those formed early in life, on our present ways of relating and feeling. Through attention to the therapeutic relationship itself, patterns of thought and behaviour become visible and open to reflection. Over time, this can create new possibilities for understanding oneself and relating differently to others.

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Art psychotherapy

Uses creative expression—drawing, painting, or other forms of making—as a way of accessing feelings and experiences that may not yet have words. The focus is not on producing artwork but on what emerges in the process, and how it reflects a person’s inner life. This can be especially helpful where language feels limited or overwhelming.

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Sex and relationship therapy

Provides a safe and open space to explore difficulties with intimacy, desire, and connection. The work considers both personal history and wider cultural or relational contexts, recognising how strongly these shape our experience of sexuality and closeness. The aim is not to prescribe solutions, but to create conditions where new ways of relating can be discovered.

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Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

Examines the connections between thoughts, emotions, and actions, often using structured exercises to interrupt patterns that keep distress in place. While it offers practical tools for change, CBT also invites reflection on the assumptions behind these patterns. In this way, it balances short-term relief with longer-term understanding.

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Humanistic psychotherapy

Centres on empathy, authenticity, and the conviction that people have the capacity to grow when met with genuine understanding. Rather than focusing on diagnosis or pathology, humanistic therapy places trust in the client’s lived experience. The therapeutic relationship itself becomes the ground where change and self-discovery can occur.

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Person-centred psychotherapy

Developed by Carl Rogers, this approach emphasises the healing power of unconditional acceptance, accurate empathy, and genuineness. In a consistent environment of respect and non-judgement, people often find the freedom to explore difficult aspects of themselves. This process can restore a sense of inner trust and direction.

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Couples psychotherapy

Helps partners to recognise and work through the repeating patterns that underlie conflict or disconnection. The focus is not only on communication techniques but also on the deeper emotional meanings behind each partner’s position. By creating space for both to be understood, couples therapy can open the possibility of greater intimacy and resilience.

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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)

Originally developed for trauma, EMDR uses bilateral eye movements or similar rhythmic stimulation to support the re-processing of difficult memories. The technique allows distressing experiences to be integrated in a way that reduces their emotional charge and intrusiveness. Many people find EMDR effective when other forms of talking therapy have not reached the core of their trauma.

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IFS (Internal Family Systems)

Treats the mind as made up of different ‘parts,’ each with its own voice, perspective, and history. Some parts protect us, others hold pain, and others carry resources we may have overlooked. By fostering dialogue between them, IFS helps to cultivate a more balanced and compassionate inner system.

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MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy)

Combines mindfulness practice with cognitive techniques to prevent relapse in depression and to ease cycles of negative thinking. By learning to notice thoughts and feelings as they arise, clients develop a greater sense of perspective and choice. The emphasis is on cultivating awareness rather than trying to control experience.

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ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)

Encourages people to open to difficult feelings rather than avoid them, while taking action guided by their values. Instead of focusing on symptom reduction alone, ACT emphasises living meaningfully even in the presence of ongoing difficulty. This can create a sense of freedom and alignment between what matters and how one lives.

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DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy)

Developed for people struggling with intense emotions and relationships, DBT combines acceptance with practical strategies for change. Skills are taught in areas such as mindfulness, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. The balance of validation and challenge is central to its effectiveness.

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Clinical supervision for therapists

Supervision provides a structured space for therapists to reflect on their work, monitor the impact of unconscious dynamics, and safeguard both client and practitioner wellbeing. It supports clinical judgement by encouraging curiosity, honesty, and ethical reflection, while also offering containment in the face of demanding therapeutic encounters. Good supervision is both supportive and exacting: a place where the therapist’s practice can deepen in rigour and responsiveness.

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Deciding to start therapy can feel like a big step and finding the right therapist can be challenging. All our therapists offer an initial consultation to explore whether they can offer you what you need.

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