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Keren Lewis Art Psychotherapist Hackney London E8Keren Lewis:

Art Psychotherapist (HCPC)

I’m Keren and I’m passionate about creative making within Psychotherapy. I see it as an important part of non-verbal processing which, alongside the therapeutic relationship, can provide a valuable tool for developing self-knowledge.

I provide confidential and creative therapeutic spaces giving freedom for children and adults to experiment with a wide variety of art and craft-based materials, allowing sensitive and challenging issues to emerge, be reflected upon and held.

My approach is client-led and psychodynamic, incorporating various psychological perspectives to meet individual needs. I am an HCPC-registered Art Psychotherapist and a member of the British Association of Art Psychotherapists (BAAT).

I have worked and work in charities, education establishments and NHS provision with children and adults of varying ages, nationalities, heritage, sexual orientation, learning disabilities and religious backgrounds.

My therapeutic work with children has covered issues of peer relationship difficulties, learning disabilities, domestic and sexual trauma and bereavement.

With adults, my therapeutic work has included areas such as depression, isolation, homelessness, substance use disorders, domestic and sexual trauma, bereavement, parenting, learning disabilities, sexual identity, the impact of historical trauma and complex family relationships.

No pre-existing artistic skills or creative flair are needed to choose Art Psychotherapy; instead, an openness to what can emerge through the visual.

 

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

Keren Lewis – Working Hours

Monday – 10:30 – 14:00

Tuesday – 10:30 – 14:00 & 14:00 – 17:00

Wednesday – 10:30 – 14:00 & 14:00 – 17:00

Thursday – 10:30 – 14:00

Friday – 10:30 – 14:00

Contact Details

Keren Lewis, Art Psychotherapist, can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.kerenartpsychotherapy.co.uk

Clients Keren Lewis Works With

Client Issues Keren Deals With

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Domestic & Emotional Abuse

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

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Bereavement, Grief & Loss

Supporting you through grief & adjusting to a new life.

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Trauma

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

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Sexual Orientation (LGBTQIA+)

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

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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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Learning Difficulties & Disabilities

Helping people manage the psychological impact of these & other issues

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Relationships

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

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

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

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Gender Identity Issues

Giving you a safe space to explore & express your feelings without judgement.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Helping overcome behavioural patterns.

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Body Image Issues

A negative or unhealthy body image can be distressing in your daily life.

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Low Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

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

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Work & Family Conflict Issues

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

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Self-Harm

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

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Eating Disorders

When your relationship to food is complicated or beyond your control.

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

Therapy Modalities Keren uses With Clients

Training and Qualifications

– M.A Art Psychotherapy.

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– My therapeutic experience includes working in the charity and education sectors with children and adults in individual and group settings.

– With children, I have worked across the issues of peer relationship difficulties, learning disabilities, domestic and sexual trauma and bereavement.

With adults, my work covered the issues of depression, isolation, homelessness, substance use disorders, domestic and sexual trauma, bereavement, parenting, learning disabilities, sexual identity, the impact of historical trauma and complex family relationships.

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.

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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.

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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.