Jonnie Leach HG Dip (Psychotherapy)

Psychotherapy Practice

An effective psychotherapist...

...understands depression and how to lift it
...helps immediately with anxiety problems, including trauma or fear related symptoms
...is prepared to give information and advice as needed
...will not use jargon or 'psychobabble'
...will not dwell unduly on the past
...will be supportive when difficult feelings emerge
...will not encourage people to get emotional beyond the normal need to 'let go' of any bottled up feelings
...may assist you to develop your social skills so that your needs can be better fulfilled
...will help you to draw and build on your own resources
...will be considerate of the effects of counselling on the people close to you
...will help you think about your problems in new and more empowering ways
...will use a wide range of techniques as appropriate
...may ask you to do things between sessions
...will take as few sessions as possible
...will increase your self confidence and independence and make you feel better after every consultation