We are all part a family from the very beginning of our life, whether it is blood related, adopted, or foster family. Our family influences greatly our development as human. Family dynamics and relationships impact on our experience of life and inform or understanding of ourselves, others, and the world around us.
Being a member of a family a warm and joyful experience. However, sometimes families can go through challenges and issues, which can affect its members. Some examples of challenges and issues a family can face are:
- Separation or divorce
- Financial issues such as debt or redundancy
- Parenting issues
- Step-family life issues
- Changes in family due to a bereavement or illness
- Problematic behaviour with children
- Children leaving home
- Issues with pregnancy (for example, miscarriage) or unwanted pregnancy
- Affairs
Signs that a family might be struggling include:
- Abuse (physical, emotional, sexual)
- Avoidance/indifference
- Breakdown in communication
- Constant arguments and disagreements
Family issues not only impact on the relationship between its members, but they can significantly impact on everyone in the family separately. If family issues are impacting on you might be experiencing:
- Anxiety or Stress
- Anxiety
- Anger or irritability
- Sadness
- Confusion
- Eating and/or sleeping problems
- Exhaustion
- Feelings of loneliness
- Withdrawal
- Low life satisfaction
- Low self-esteem
- Use of substances as a coping mechanism (alcohol/drugs)
My approach
I am a highly trained and experienced Psychologist with more than 10 years in clinical practice, offering evidence based psychological treatment tailored to your unique needs. My approach allows me to draw from different therapeutic models and skills to offer a thoughtful therapeutic service and the best psychological care.
My qualifications
I am a Chartered Psychologist HCPC, BPS and BACP registered with more 10 years of experience in the NHS, third sector and private practice. I am a highly trained and experienced practitioner psychologist providing evidence based psychological services to individuals and couples. I apply my clinical expertise in a wide range of psychological and emotional difficulties offering a psychological service tailored to your unique needs. I aim to help you develop insight into your difficulties, acquire healthy coping strategies in order to lead a meaningful life and build meaningful relationships.