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Jorge Camarena Altamirano Art Psychotherapist, Relationally-Focused Psychotherapist, MBT Practitioner, Clinical SupervisorJorge Camarena Altamirano:

Art Psychotherapist, MBT Practitioner, Clinical Supervisor (HCPC, BAAT)

My name is Jorge Camarena Altamirano and I am a very creative and passionate Art psychotherapist with more than 13 years of clinical, managerial and supervisory experience within the NHS and privately.

Throughout these years, I have specialised in working clinically with individuals and groups of young adults, and adults with diverse mental health difficulties such as schizoaffective disorders, psychosis, acute and mild depression,  substance misuse, eating disorders, acute anxiety, bipolar and pronounced interpersonal difficulties associated to disorganised and confused self-other experiences.

I have provided both group and individual relationally-focused psychotherapy, over the short, medium or long term.

My clinical practice has been framed on robust psychoanalytic, psychodynamic and art based evidence-based psychotherapeutic approaches, which have given me a solid framework to work with mild and complex interpersonal, intrapersonal dynamics and presentations.

I have always been interested in developing my clinical skills and enriching the theoretical ground I have gained over this time with the hope to get a further and deeper understanding of the diverse states of mind of the people that I have had the fortune to work with.

That is why, I have done further studies in evidence-based relationally-focused psychotherapies. All of them have contributed greatly not only to inform my clinical work but also to my clinical supervision skills.

I have learnt to validate, contain, explore and understand various challenging, difficult people’s experiences and presentations including impulsive and reactive behaviourss as well difficult relational patterns.

Within this context, I think is vital to pay attention to both verbal, and non-verbal aspects of the therapeutic intervention, our therapeutic stance and the use of creative media, to help individuals manage their presenting difficulties, with the hope to enhance their strengths and reach a more organised and coherent narrative of self/other experiences.

 

Clinical supervision
I have been offering clinical supervision for all age groups and clinical specialism within the NHS, voluntary and private sector. I have also provided individual and group clinical supervision to trainees within different clinical settings and from different training bodies.

I have specialist experience supervising work in adult mental health, psychosis, border personality disorder, mood disorders, eating disorders and substance misuse.

Within my practice I have proven to maintain, a high degree of professionalism at all times in both my clinical and supervision roles.

I am also strongly convinced of the importance of conducting a robust assessment of people’s presentations, of co-creating an detailed formulation and understanding of this presentation and the needed therapeutic intervention, with the view to build and maintain a safe, sensitive and trusting therapeutic relationship that could enable grow and expected change in people’s lives.

I am fully insured and hold Enhanced DBS Certification, and a state-registered practitioner supervises my private clinical work.

I work with clients face-to-face and online (via Skype/ Zoom) at HQ Therapy in Haggerston and Dalston, Hackney, E8.

 

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS 

  • 2021: Mentalization-Based Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorders: Practitioner level. Anna Freud Centre. London-UK
  • 2019: Systemic Psychodynamic approach. The Tavistock Consulting. The Tavistock and Portman Clinic. London-UK
  • 2016: Moving teams from conflict to collaboration – a systems psychoanalytic approach. Tavistock Consulting, Tavistock and Portman Clinic. London-UK
  • 2016: Psychoanalytic observational studies. The Tavistock and Portman, NHS Foundation Trust- University of East London. London-UK
  • 2015: Evidence-Based Practice Series for Arts Psychotherapies: Exploring the reflective function in Arts Psychotherapies. ICAPT, The International Centre for arts psychotherapies training in Mental Health. London-UK
  • 2014: Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy training. Anna Freud Centre. London-UK2013: Clinical Supervision training: Skill Workshop. BAAT. London-UK
  • 2013: Introduction to Forensic Psychotherapy. The Portman Clinic. London-UK
  • 2011: Mentalization-Based Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorders: Basic Training. Anna Freud Centre. London-UK
  • 2010: Brief Interpersonal Therapy. The Tavistock Clinic. London
  • 2009 MA in Art Psychotherapy, Goldsmiths University of London2005: P.G. Dip Art Therapy. 1999 B.A. (Hons) Degree Fine Arts.

 

Hours: Week days, please email for availability.   

Fees: Individual work, initial consultation £75 for 50 minutes. Ongoing weekly individual sessions £75 for 50 minutes. Couples: £100 for 60 minutes.

Trainee therapists/students: Individual supervision £65 for 50 minutes. Group supervision: £150 for 1hr and half session

 

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

Jorge Camarena Altamirano – Working Hours

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Tuesday N/A Friday 12:00 – 19:00
Wednesday N/A Sat-Sun N/A

Contact Details

Jorge Camarena Altamirano, Art Psychotherapist, Relationally-Focused Psychotherapist, MBT Practitioner & Clinical Supervisor, can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]

Clients Jorge Camarena Altamirano Works With

Client Issues Jorge Deals With

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Motivation

Helping you set and achieve the goals that are important to you.

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Cultural Issues of Identity & Belonging

Helping cultural identity & diversity issues.

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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Overcoming extreme emotional issues.

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Loneliness

Explores the emotional & psychological issues that might lead to isolation.

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

Helping you to explore the underlying causes of your addiction issues.

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Self-Harm

Helping people work on expressing their feelings in a more positive way.

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Work & Family Conflict Issues

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

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Trauma

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

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Relationships

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

Therapy Modalities Jorge uses With Clients

Offers client Sessions In Languages Other Than English

Spanish

Previous Therapeutic Experience

Within the NHS (13 years experience)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Should I Seek Therapy?

Many people, new to this type of help, believe that they need to be suffering from “mental illness” or serious “psychological problems”, or be in crisis in order for therapy and counselling to be appropriate for them. This is a common misconception; anyone can benefit from therapy when it comes to helping you deal with your personal feelings and problems, make positive changes in your life, and understand yourself better.

So what is therapy and counselling? If you’re new to this world then the first steps can sometimes be the most difficult. Therapy can be a very effective treatment for a whole range of personal problems covering areas from physical and emotional problems, different types of behavioural disorders, through to human sexuality issues and a host of wellbeing and complementary therapy techniques.

Any problem you have that is causing you concern, anxiety or distress is a valid and appropriate reason to reach out and find a therapist and talk to them about it. Far from something to be ashamed of, acknowledging your vulnerability and asking for help is a sign of maturity and strength.

If you feel that you have a desire and are committed to making changes in your life in order to overcome your current problems and achieve more long-term satisfaction, psychological wellbeing and personal fulfilment, then you are ready to seek therapy. We are here to help you work through a wide range of therapy issues that might be troubling you.

Will Information About Me Be Safe & Secure?

It is quite normal to be hesitant when it comes to sharing private and intimate information about yourself with a stranger. You may fear that you will receive judgment from your therapist, or that your therapist will share your details with others.

HQ Therapy Rooms takes your privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Our therapists are required to keep everything said in therapy sessions between you, just like your doctor is required to keep your records private.

For therapy to be effective, there must be unconditional trust built between you and your therapist, and this relies on a shared understanding of confidentiality. It applies to the outside world as well: it is standard practice for therapists not to acknowledge their clients if they run into them outside of the therapy rooms in order to help protect their client’s confidentiality. Read our full privacy policy for more information.

Can I Contact You For Advice About Getting Therapy?

Talking about your thoughts and feelings with a supportive therapist can often make you feel better and help you face your problems. It feels good to be listened to and to know that someone cares about you and wants to help. It is important that you find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and can build a trusting relationship to help you make positive changes in your life.

But how do you know what type of therapy is right for you? Taking the first steps in finding the right therapist can be the biggest hurdle for newcomers, so we have made it easy. Simply fill out the form below in confidence, and one of our fully qualified referral therapists can work with you to make sure you connect with the right practitioner and receive the correct therapy and counselling services you require.

Our practitioners deal with a wide range of therapy issues using different types of therapy modalities tailored for the types of clients we work with. We also cater for people who are beset with financial difficulties, offering them services ranging from low-cost therapy and reduced rate therapy, to working with seasoned, qualified and accredited talking therapists.