Affordable Therapy Sessions
Whether you are interested in working through a specific problem or want to find out more about yourself, I can help you explore what might be holding you back.
I'm Deborah Coughlin, an advanced trainee psychotherapist. I offer a non judgmental space for you to process your thoughts and feelings. I see clients in person in Carmarthenshire and London, and also online UK-wide.
I offer a free 15 min introductory call so please get in contact for us to arrange.
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My own personal development, in combination with my background in the arts, innovation, and social impact, all led me to train in Gestalt Psychotherapy.
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I believe the truth of our lives is often stored in our bodies and the way we make contact with the world, and that by taking the time and care to understand who we really are, we are only then able to change. Together, we can create a non judgemental space for this work.
My specialism is in Gestalt psychotherapy. Gestalt is an experiential and humanistic approach to supporting human growth and development, based on the principle that everyone is a whole – made up of mind, body and soul. It draws on the philosophical idea of the I-Thou encounter, where we relate to each other as authentic beings, without judgment, qualification, or objectification. I meet you as you are, and you meet me as who I am.
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I am experienced in working with clients struggling with relationships, sexuality, illness, work, trauma, histories of abuse, people who suffer from anxiety or depression and those who are looking to understand themselves.
Gestalt therapy is flexible, creative and there is evidence it can be effective for trauma, depression, anxiety and personal development in general. I also integrate other training, including Transactional Analysis, Trauma Informed Neuroscience, Dreamwork and more, depending on the clients needs.
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What to Expect...
About psychotherapy
Psychotherapy can be a powerful, life-changing experience which can help you to improve your mental health, overcome social or emotional challenges, and fulfil your potential.
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I have a specialism in Gestalt psychotherapy, which is a form of therapy that focuses on helping individuals become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in the present moment. Gestalt therapists employ techniques and principles to facilitate this process of self-awareness and personal growth, which can include dialogue, creative experiments, movement, and constellations if in service of the client.
In addition, as my work is integrative I draw on a number of different models and techniques in service of the clients needs, including Transactional Analysis, Dreamwork and Trauma-Informed Neuroscience including poly-vagal theory.
My qualifications & training
Advanced PG Diploma Gestalt Psychotherapy (After completing 4 years of training, I am in Independent Study Stage)
Certificate in Transactional Analysis
Certificate in Mental Health First Aid
Certificate in Online Counselling
Hoffman Process CPD Certificate
Certificate in Safeguarding Level 2
Enhanced DBS
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What I offer
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One-to-one psychotherapy for adults
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In person therapy in Carmarthen and London
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Online therapy UK-wide
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My rate ranges from £35 - £65 depending on location
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Limited numbers of places at concession rates
Contact me to arrange a free 15 min introductory call.
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More about how I work
As an advanced trainee at the Welsh Psychotherapy Institute I am registered with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). I abide by the Codes of Ethics of both UKCP and my training organisation (WPI), including their confidentiality policy and General Data Protection Regulation guidance, as well as meeting their requirements for regular supervision by an experienced and accredited supervisor, which also supports my work in being anti-oppressive.
In Person Locations
I am able to offer In Person Sessions in both Carmarthen and London. As well as online sessions UK-wide.