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Shereen Alexander, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Shereen Alexander

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Shereen Alexander, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Shereen Alexander

English
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My Approach

I understand the decision to enter therapy can be a daunting one, especially if you're feeling sensitive about how therapy works and the material it might bring up. There is no 'right' or 'best' therapy, only what's right and best for you at the time you come in for treatment. My training as an integrative therapist allows me to dip in and out of different therapeutic interventions depending on what you need. Sometimes you want or don't want a certain approach, which is where my years of experience in different modalities comes in. I appreciate being able to psycho-educate clients on what's available and what style of therapy we might want to try, especially if you've had therapy before and didn't find it beneficial.

I pride myself on transparency and honesty and never take for granted the intimate nature of my work. My clients trust me to be a guardian of their most hidden worlds and providing that confidential space, free from judgement is something I greatly value.

I enjoy working with clients ready to be challenged and ready to do the work! And that work might entail laughter as well as tears. I appreciate people willing to push their boundaries and work in creative as well as traditional ways.

Having an internal conflict? Let's get those opposing sides to talk.

Struggling to assert yourself? Here are practical skills that produce results.

Tried so many therapies before but still depressed? Okay, let's uncover what your story is through psychodrama and change the narrative.

These are just a few ways I might work with you...

About Me

If you're looking for a serious, quiet, dressed in a suit therapist, I'm not for you. Whilst my interventions and approach are tailored to a client's specific needs, I'm always the same. I enjoy humour and laughing in a session, especially when we can recognise it's not being used as a defence. I believe the answers to most of our dilemmas aren't complicated and find tremendous beauty in simplicity. I like taking a lot of my cues from nature and trust my clients have all the resources already available to them, I just provide guidance and honest reflection.

I have lots of books on my shelves but haven't read one of them cover to cover since I was forced to in secondary school. I don't believe in a world of 'shoulds' and encourage this practice with my clients. I'm not afraid to walk the difficult path through trauma and discomfort and I ensure my clients feel uniquely supported every step of the way on their journey. If I don't think I'm the right fit for you, I'll be sure to communicate this and refer you to someone I trust.

I work with

  • Groups
  • Individuals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Living with anxiety or having panic attacks is a debilitating, day to day struggle. Over the years I've worked with a range of clients who've greatly benefited from having someone with whom they could troubleshoot their fears and worries. Providing tips and reading resources (ones that actually work) is part of how I treat clients struggling with anxiety, as well as working with visualisations and the body. We have to 'make friends' with anxiety, if we avoid it, it will find another way to express itself; often somatically.
As a former teacher, seeing how children behave in their formative years has become enormously helpful in my work with adults. Bullying isn't a 'one-off' event, it's repetitive and abusive behaviour that often results in feelings of low self-worth and confidence. Whether you were bullied at school or are being bullied at work, knowing the signs of bullying and being able to confront the abusive behaviour is tremendously useful in developing a greater sense of our own self-worth and potential.
Depression or a depressive episode is something that can often bring about feelings of shame for a person. Just as with anxious thoughts, we have to first allow ourselves permission to admit we're feeling low and then to explore the causes or triggers of those depressive thoughts. Depression is like that family member you don't want to invite to a special event, but feel it's unavoidable. There are ways to manage those feelings and develop confidence to confront the things we often avoid, therefore helping us to mange depressive moods.
The biggest issue that often comes into my consulting room has to do with difficulties within a relationship--whether that's our partner, friend, or family member. The cure? Learning effective communication styles so that you express yourself clearly and confidently. We often find ourselves in relationships where we're angry, sad, irritated or annoyed by something but don't have the tools to communicate that in an effective manner. Instead of having our feelings heard, the opposite party hears an 'emotional overreaction' and thus arguments and stand-offs ensue. When you're willing to work on how you communicate, you'll see an incredible change in your relationship.
Such a small word for such a big issue. We often diminish signs of stress by saying things like, "It'll pass," or "It's not that big a deal," or "It's fine." Just like depression and anxiety, stress is a sign your body is trying to cope with an 'unseen enemy.' The best thing we can do to manage stress, is to first acknowledge it's there and that we have a right to be stressed, no matter how small you might think the matter may be. The simple (but often difficult) task of talking to someone can greatly reduce stress levels and improve your quality of life.

Types of Therapies Offered

  • Transpersonal Psychotherapist

What I can help with

  • Abuse
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement
  • Bullying
  • Couple Issues
  • Cultural Issues
  • Depression
  • EMDR
  • Employment Difficulties
  • Family
  • Identity Problems
  • Mental Health Issues
  • Obsessions
  • Online Counselling
  • Private Practice Issues
  • Relationships
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Trauma
  • Workplace Counselling

Types of sessions

  • Face to Face - Long Term
  • Face to Face - Short Term
  • Online Therapy

UKCP College

  • Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy College (HIPC)
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