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Cecilia d'Alancon Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist hackney London E8Cecilia d’Alancon:

Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist (ACP)

I am Dr Cecilia d‘Alancon and I practice as a Child and Adolescent, and Young Adult psychotherapist based in HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston, London E8

Growing up is a process that can be as exciting as it can be difficult. The challenges that children and young people experience can be hard to think about and put into words.

This can cause anxiety and patterns of behaviours that leave them feeling stuck and unhappy. These behaviours will often have an impact on different areas of functioning and development such as friendships, family relationships and education.

Exploring the underlying feelings and causes in psychotherapy can help to move forward again and find the tools to express themselves and feel understood.

Child and Adolescent psychoanalytic psychotherapy is a confidential and non-directive way of reflecting on internal and external experiences while developing a relationship and shared understanding with the psychotherapist.

This process fosters new insights and allows self-awareness, regulation and new possibilities to emerge.

I am a qualified Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist trained at the Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust and a full member of the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP). I work with children, adolescents, young adults up to the age of 25, parents and families.

I also offer consultations and supervision to professionals. I have over 10 years of experience working in a number of inpatient and outpatient settings within the NHS and the charitable sector with children and young people with a range of emotional, developmental and behavioural difficulties.

Alongside independent practice, I teach and work within NHS child and adolescent mental health services.

My practice begins with a consultation exploring whether psychoanalytic psychotherapy is an intervention that could work.

I work in English, French and conversational German.

 

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

Cecilia d’Alancon – Working Hours

Monday – 15:00 – 17:00

Contact Details

Cecilia d’Alancon, Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]

Offers client Sessions In Languages Other Than English

– French.

Clients Cecilia d'Alancon Works With

Client Issues Cecilia Deals With

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Bereavement, Grief & Loss

Supporting you through grief & adjusting to a new life.

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Bipolar & Mood Disorders

Managing your symptoms & helping you to let go of internalised stigma.

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Eating Disorders

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

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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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Substance Abuse & Addiction

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

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Cultural Issues of Identity & Belonging

Helping cultural identity & diversity issues.

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Bullying

A repeated characteristic pattern of behaviour directed towards it's victims.

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Motivation

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

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Sexuality & Sexual Health

Helping you deal with the psychological aspects of sexual health & wellbeing.

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Body Image Issues

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

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Work & Family Conflict Issues

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

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Life Transitions

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

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Self-Harm

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

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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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Domestic & Emotional Abuse

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

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Pregnancy Loss

Helping express & process emotions in a supportive & non-judgemental space.

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Sex & Intimacy Issues

Addressing sexual & intimacy issues to make your sex life more pleasurable.

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Autism

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

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Helping you to rebuild a sense of safety.

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Codependency

Overcome control issues, low self-esteem, poor boundaries & ‘saviour’ mentality.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Helping overcome behavioural patterns.

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Anger Management

Managing the symptoms of your anger issues & controlling your reactions.

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Sexual Orientation (LGBTQIA+)

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

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Relationships

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

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Chronic Pain & Illness

Preventing a detriment to the physical & psychological well-being of the sufferer

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Loneliness

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

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Gender Identity Issues

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

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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Overcoming extreme emotional issues.

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Learning Difficulties & Disabilities

Helping people manage the psychological impact of these & other issues

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Trauma

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

Therapy Modalities Cecilia uses With Clients

Training and Qualifications

– Professional Doctorate in Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy – Tavistock Centre.

– MSc Psychoanalytic Developmental Psychology- University College London and Anna Freud Centre.

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– NHS and Charity.

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.