Huw Rees Therapy
Welcome
Whatever is going on for you, I’m glad you are now taking a step forward by getting some help.
My main area of work is men’s mental health, not that we necessarily experience different issues to anyone else, but as a man I can empathise with how we are maybe affected differently. I also understand how we are largely socialised to mistrust emotional vulnerability, seeing it as a weakness and so appreciate that looking for a therapist can be daunting. It was for me however my experiences since then, both as a client and as a practitioner have taught me that being supported by a therapist that works hard to 'get you', in a relationship built on trust, openness, commitment and empathy, can provide clarity and emotional healing from all manner of issues such as anxiety, depression, anger, low self-esteem or feeling confused.
Please read on to find out more about me and how I work, and if anything resonates with you please get in touch for a free, non-committal 20-minute telephone consultation.
About Me
As an integrative therapist I do not believe that one approach stands out as the best for all clients so adapt my work, using the skills and methods from a range of approaches (including Person-centred, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), to provide a unique and supportive experience for each of my clients.
There can be welcome relief for many in being listened to compassionately and empathetically and in being able to express sadness or anger without challenge or a problem-solving reaction. Exploring both the physical and psychological aspects of anger, a valid emotion (which is often supressed, misunderstood and misdirected) in a non-judgemental space can be hugely insightful and lead to a better understanding of ourselves.
If the client is ready for it, reflecting on other difficult and often painful emotions, can lead to an increased sense of self-acceptance and clarity around authentic identity. It is important that the deeper work it is done at the right pace for you and that you feel accepted, listened to and respected at all times. These processes can take time as our unconscious minds often dictate our behaviours, thoughts and feelings, but by working towards bringing these and other misunderstood aspects of ourselves to light, positive change does happen.
However, this is just a glimpse into some of the kind of work done in therapy.
Sometimes a more goal attaining or action-based approach is needed with the added support and accountability from a trusted therapist, which can lead to resolving once invisible blockages of our own making. There can also be huge benefits from doing CBT exercises to help change our ways of thinking both about ourselves and the challenges we face in life, often enabling us to see opportunities where there were once only problems.
It could be that you don’t really know what you want from therapy, but you know things could be better and you would like to have someone to help you unpack that in a safe and holding environment.
Regardless of where you are in life, through improved self-knowledge and understanding it is my belief, based on the changes I have witnessed, that this can help to break the patterns of negative thinking, as well as provide relief from the painful feelings which can hold us back from taking the actions which we know will improve our lives.
My Credentials
I trained at The Minster Centre in London, one of the longest established and leading Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling training institutions in Europe, graduating with a Diploma in Integrative Counselling (Level 7, BACP Accredited
Course) and also hold qualifications awarded by the CCBT (College of CBT) and CPCAB (Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body).
I have considerable experience of working both in-person and online, both long and short-term, and with a wide range of clients. As well as working in the private sector, I work and volunteer in various community based mental health programmes, including MIND, Crisis, Talk for Health.
I have a particular interest in men’s mental health and suicide prevention and speak regularly at group meetings in London.
What Can Counselling Help With?
I work with clients on a whole range of issues including:
Social anxiety
General anxiety
Detachment disorder
Stress
Depression
ADHD
Neurodiversity
Feeling sad
Trauma
Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSD)
Complex-PTSD
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Addiction
Family issues
Bereavement
Anger
Repressed feelings
Loneliness
Suicidal thoughts
Panic attacks
Emotional abuse
Dissociation
Self-harm
Low self-esteem
Men’s mental health
Imposter Syndrome
My Location
I practice in London Bridge (Tooley Street - 2 mins walk from the station), West Hampstead (2 mins) and Queens Park (5 mins).
I also offer online sessions. Please feel free to contact me to ask any questions you may have.
Fees & Availability
- In-person sessions are £80
- Online sessions are £65
Sessions are 50 mins, although longer sessions can be arranged. Please contact me to arrange a free, non-committal 20 min telephone consultation.
Want to Talk?
If you would like to have a chat about the possibility of working together or if you have any questions, please contact me to arrange a free 20-minute telephone call.
This will allow us to discuss what is going on for you and give you the chance to get a feel for whether I could be the right therapist for you.
If we do decide to work together then we can talk about practicalities, including a regular weekly session time and whether you might like therapy in-person or online.
I will endeavour to respond to your enquiry within 1 working day.
Frequently Asked Questions
It can be daunting trying to decide which therapist is going to be right for you, especially as there are so many options available. The most important thing is to work with a therapist that you feel you can develop a good connection with. Clinical research shows that the relationship formed with your therapist is of the utmost importance.
Finding the right therapist to work with can be life changing and I firstly, and sincerely, encourage you to contact at least a few to get a feel for who you best connect with.
I offer a free 20-minute initial telephone conversion for this very reason and will be happy to discuss any initial questions or concerns you may have.
This varies from person to person as everyone is unique and dealing with different issues, some much deeper and complex than others. Some clients may feel that after 6 or 12 sessions they have enough clarity on what brought them to counselling and decide that they want to end the work there.
For others, they find that they get a lot from the ongoing support and relationship with their therapist and decide to continue working together for months or sometimes years. The decision is always yours and I feel it is important that the ending of therapy is something that can be discussed openly with your therapist.
Everything we talk about in our work together will remain between us and all client records are protected by the General Data Protection Regulation and Data Protection Act.
The only exceptions to this would be if I felt that you may be a danger to yourself or others, or if I was required by law to make a disclosure. If any event such as this did arise, I would always try to discuss this with you first and obtain your consent.
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