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James Woodward Family Therapist Highbury London N5James Woodward:

Family Therapist London (UKCP / Social Work England)

I am a qualified Systemic and Family Psychotherapist and Social worker with over 13 years of experience working with individuals and families across local authority and NHS settings.

 

My approach:
Through our work I will offer a space to talk confidentially about the issues you may be facing, think with you about the sources of these and seek out opportunities for change through understanding and self-discovery.

I work in a way that focuses on relationships, interactions and how these impact upon your sense of self and potentially maintain the problems you experience. This allows us to identify unhelpful patterns which may be present and so provide the opportunity for change.

This can be by looking at generational patterns passed down to us through our families and how these stories, especially in relationships, impact how we relate to one another. I use an approach that is non-blaming which aims to move the problem from being situated in a person to being placed in a system or family. This can be particularly useful when working with couples and families as it allows those involved to come together to face the problem together as oppose to placing the blame on each other.

During our work we will start by agreeing a goal together. This ensures, especially in a family or couple, that we are on the same page in regards to the outcome we are working towards. It also allows us to reflect on the goal throughout the work to see how the work has progressed and whether the goal is still one shared by everyone.

My work will always be led by you and the outcomes you want to achieve, though I will challenge you from time to time.

My practice is grounded in curiosity, compassion, and a deep respect for each person’s story. I pay close attention to how culture, identity, and life experiences shape the way we relate to one another and also the stories we tell about ourselves. Part of the work will be thinking about these stories and how they impact upon how we engage and navigate with the world and our relationships.

 

Fees:
For individuals I charge £80 for 50 minutes sessions and for couples or a family I charge between £130-£150 and we can discuss this when we meet. If you get in contact we will start our work by having a 15 minute consultation, usually over video to think about what is currently impacting you and what you would like to work on.

This will also give you the chance to meet me, find out what our work would look like and get a feeling of whether I would be the right fit for you. I currently have space to see clients Monday evening after 5pm.

If you would be interested in working with me please feel free to contact me on [email protected] to find at time that suits you.

 

***If you require more information and guidance about therapy, please use the contact form at the bottom of this page.***

James Woodward – Working Hours

Monday – 18.00 pm – 21.00 pm

Contact Details

James Woodward, Family Therapist, can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]

Clients James Woodward Works With

Client Issues James Deals With

Attachment Issues thumb

Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

Lack of Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence thumb

Low Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

Explore the roots of your low self-esteem issues & address your current symptoms.

LGBTQIA+ Therapy & Counselling thumb

Sexual Orientation (LGBTQIA+)

Helping you support your gender, romantic or sexual identity issues.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD thumb

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Helping overcome behavioural patterns.

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Trauma

Helping you to talk openly & receive support about your traumatic experience.

Family and Work Conflicts thumb

Work & Family Conflict Issues

Seeking resolution through short-term goal-oriented forms of counselling.

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Autism

Finding ways to manage your life in a way that is healthy for you.

Childhood Trauma and PTSD thumb

Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

Relationship therapy and counselling thumb

Relationships

Exploring feelings about current & past relationships, or relationships in general.

Panic Attacks, Anxiety and Depression thumb

Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

Abuse and Domestic Violence thumb

Domestic & Emotional Abuse

Mental and Emotional Abuse is the deliberate & unethical misuse of power.

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Life Transitions

Dealing with important changes or adjustments in your life that impact you.

Therapy Modalities James uses With Clients

James Woodward: Training and Qualifications

– Social Work Masters and Systemic Psychotherapy Masters.

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– Non-Violent Reistance.

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