My Therapeutic Approach
My Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy and Counselling in Cambridge
At the heart of the therapy I offer is a safe, confidential, and emotionally attuned relationship—a space where you can feel fully seen, heard, and accepted without judgment. From this secure foundation, we can begin to gently explore the challenges that may be troubling you, and start finding meaningful, lasting ways forward.
As a UKCP, HCPC, and BACP-registered psychotherapist based in Cambridge, I provide therapy and counselling for adults, teens, children, and parents. Many people have never experienced a relationship where they feel deeply understood. Experiencing this in therapy can be profoundly transformative—offering new perspectives on who you are, how you relate, and what you need in order to thrive.
Issues Therapy Can Help With
Attachment-based therapy in Cambridge can be especially helpful for individuals dealing with:
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Anxiety, including constant worry, overthinking, or fear of judgment
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Depression, low energy, or emotional numbness and disconnection
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Low self-esteem or self-confidence, especially shaped by early experiences
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Stress related to parenting, work, relationships, or school
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Sleep difficulties linked to emotional tension or chronic stress
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Emotional overwhelm and challenges with self-regulation
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Past trauma or attachment disruptions affecting current relationships
Together, we’ll bring compassionate attention to the emotional patterns that may have developed over time—understanding their roots, loosening their hold, and discovering new ways of relating to yourself and others. Therapy offers a place not just to reflect on the past, but to practice new ways of being in the present. With time, this can lead to lasting emotional change, renewed confidence, and a deeper sense of wellbeing.
Read these blog posts for more information:
🔗 Why Attachment-Based Therapy Is So Effective for Anxiety and Depression
🔗 A Trauma-Informed Approach to Therapy: Listening to the Story Beneath the Symptoms
An Integrative and Creative Process
In addition to being an attachment-based psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I am also an HCPC-registered Arts Therapist, offering creative approaches for those who prefer or benefit from non-verbal forms of expression.
Sometimes our deepest emotions can feel hard to articulate. Using creative tools can help give shape and voice to what feels unclear or unspeakable.
Creative exploration may include:
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Working with postcard images or symbolic objects
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Exploring metaphors, dreams, or storytelling
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Placing items in a sand tray
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Listening to meaningful music
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Engaging in simple visual or movement-based techniques
These approaches can offer deep insight, especially when working with trauma, shame, or a harsh inner critic. For many clients, this adds a gentle but powerful dimension to the therapeutic process.
Mindfulness and Self-Compassion
I also draw on mindfulness and compassion-focused practices to support emotional regulation, particularly when a person has experienced criticism, shame, or neglect. These tools are evidence-based and can be incredibly helpful in managing anxiety, stress, and low self-worth.
To learn more about how this works, you may find these resources helpful:
🔗 How Mindfulness Changes the Brain
🔗 The Power of Self-Compassion in Therapy: Healing Begins Within
Tailored Therapy for Each Person
I work integratively, drawing on:
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Attachment theory
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Psychoanalytic and relational approaches
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Creative arts therapy
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Mindfulness and compassion-based techniques
Whether you are seeking therapy for anxiety in Cambridge, support with depression, or counselling for low self-esteem, our work together will be guided by curiosity, respect, and a shared commitment to healing.
Ready to Begin?
If you're unsure where to start, the 🔗FAQ page may answer your initial questions.
When you feel ready, you're warmly invited to book a session online, or contact me directly to explore how therapy in Cambridge can support you or your child.