Christabel AdebayoClaimed

My name is Christabel and I am a CBT and EMDR Therapist. I have worked with people from every walk of life and it is my mission to improve lives as much as I can and hope I can help you too.

There is a lot of stigma about mental health problems; many people are ashamed, afraid and confused. The resulting effect is that people often feel guilty, angry and ultimately worsen and prolong the problem by staying silent. I provide a safe, regular space for you to talk and explore difficult feelings, and enable you to feel empowered and learn that you have the capacity to succeed and recover.

I have 10 years of extensive NHS experience of understanding and helping individuals manage their emotional distress, challenging life events, and complex psychological issues. I have developed a depth of knowledge and a passion to help and support people with mental health difficulties.

I do not believe in a ‘one size fits all’ approach and view each individual as an expert of their own experiences. I approach each session with genuine care, warmth and curiosity and ensure that therapy is a collaborative process. I draw from various conceptual models and therapeutic approaches and explore both present and past difficulties. I usually start by helping people to learn ways of improving their lives in the ‘here and now’. This is followed by helping people connect their current problems to their past.

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THERAPY –
CBT: Depression • Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) • Health Anxiety • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) • Panic Disorder • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) • Social Anxiety • Specific Phobias • self-esteem difficulties • stress • physical health problems • Habit Disorders (hair-pulling, skin-picking) • Self-Harm

EMDR: • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder • anxiety and panic attacks • depression • stress • phobias • sleep problems • complicated grief • addictions • pain relief • self-esteem • abuse • performance anxiety

** Concessionary rates are available to people who are in receipt of benefits and the precise amount you will pay each week is negotiated and agreed with you before your sessions begin.