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Specialises in

• Applied Relaxation
• Behavioural Activation (BA)
• Behavioural Couples Therapy
• CBT with Exposure and Response Prevention (CBT with ERP)

• Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
• Counselling
• Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
• Motivational Interviewing

• Psychotherapy
• Solution Focused Brief Therapy
• Trauma focused CBT

Offers

• Face-to-face consultations
• Video and telephone consultations

About me

I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, and my core modalities are EMDR, CBT, & CFT. With 20 years of clinical experience, including extensive work within the NHS, charity and private sector, I offer a warm, professional space for deep healing to take place in.

Alongside my private practice I am also a Clinical Lead for Student Mental Health in a Higher Education institution and have years of experience working with the mental health difficulties that young adults present with in this setting.

I take a trauma informed approach to my work which is grounded in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) alongside the use of EMDR as a highly effective modality for processing traumatic memories. I believe true change happens when we address the connection between the mind-body and brain and I place emphasis on working in an integrative, somatic-focused way that is tailored to the needs of the individuals that I am working with. My work is guided by Polyvagal theory, and I incorporate elements of mindfulness and body focused interventions that help to alleviate stress in the body and regulate the nervous system, restoring a sense of safety and supporting recovery from anxiety and depression symptoms.

I place strong emphasis on the healing power of the therapeutic relationship as a foundation for all my clinical work and provide a safe and confidential space for individuals to explore their lived experiences and facilitate change in a way that feels collaborative respectful and in line with the individuals' goals.

I am a HCPC registered and BABCP-accredited practitioner committed to inclusive care. I believe that one's cultural identity is a profound strength, and I work to ensure therapy is a collaborative space where every part of you is welcome

I tailor my approach to the individuals unique presentations. Below is an overview of the modalities I am trained in:

� EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): A gentle, effective way to process trauma and PTSD without needing to speak extensively about the events.
� Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT): Using neuroscience and evolutionary psychology to help you regulate difficult emotions and quiet the "inner critic."
� CBT & ACT: Evidence-based strategies to help you navigate stuck thought patterns and take value-driven action.
� Yoga: As a qualified Yoga Therapist and Yoga Teacher (Hatha, Prana Kriya), I offer a holistic, body-centred perspective on recovery from depression, anxiety and trauma.

My contact email is: shimapsychology38@gmail.com

I work with the following presenting problems:
Anxiety
Depression
PTSD
C-PTSD
Generalized Anxiety
Social Phobia
Phobias
Health Anxiety
Depression
Insomnia
Low Self-Esteem
Hoarding
Improving Self-Confidence
Perfectionism
Stress Management
Life transitions
Panic Disorder
Trauma
Long Term Health Conditions
Alcoholism
Bereavement

Areas of interest

PTSD; C-PTSD;Insomnia; Alcohol abuse; Low-self esteem;Stress;Perfectionism; Self-Criticism; Anxiety; depression;Hoarding; Long Health Conditions

Medical secretaries

• Shima Bhunjun
• N4 2ZT
• shimapsychology38@gmail.com