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Duncan Reid Psychotherapist Hackney London E8Duncan Reid:

Psychotherapist (UKCP)

Hello, my name is Duncan Reid. I am a mindfulness-based, psychodynamic psychotherapist working with individuals and couples, in person and online at HQ Therapy Rooms in Dalston and Haggerston, Hackney, London E8.

Whether you are facing specific challenges or just have a general sense that life isn’t going as planned, my intention is to offer a space to talk openly about what’s happening for you in a supportive, non-judgemental atmosphere.

Working together in a mindful way involves bringing attention to your thoughts, feelings and body sensations without judgement, helping to bring your awareness to how you experience and react to situations and then exploring what feels most authentic and genuine to you.

Often what is affecting us involves relationships with partners, friends, family, or colleagues which can bring up feelings of anger, depression or anxiety. Similarly, our relationship with ourselves can sometimes need some support if we have tendencies such as self-criticism and self-sabotage.

By bringing more awareness to your thoughts and feelings, new perspectives can emerge, and new options can become available.

 

Couples work:
I also specialise in couples therapy. In relationships, sometimes patterns begin to emerge which can strain connections. Without support, it can be difficult to discuss these dynamics without escalating them.

My intention is to offer a space to discuss these openly by providing support and guidance in helping to identify the underlying issues and possible ways to work towards resolving them.

 

About Me:
I have an MA in Mindfulness Based Core Process Psychotherapy from the Karuna Institute. I am a fully accredited member of the UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy) and ACPP (Association of Core Process Psychotherapists) and I adhere to their ethical codes of good practice.

 

Sessions and Fees:

  • Individuals £70 per 50-minute session.
  • Couples £90 per 50-minute session.
  • I also offer Low-Cost and Reduced-Rate therapy sessions for couples. Please contact me for more information.
  • Sessions are usually at the same time and place every week. I work in person and online.

 

Finding the right therapist is an important first step so I offer a free introductory meeting online so you can find out what working together would be like.

If you would like to explore this further, please email me at [email protected]

 

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

Duncan Reid – Working Hours

Monday 09:00 – 20:00 Thursday 09:00 – 16:00
Tuesday 09:00 – 16:00 Friday N/A
Wednesday 09:00 – 16:00 Sat-Sun N/A

Clients Duncan Reid Works With

Client Issues Duncan Deals With

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Bereavement, Grief & Loss

Supporting you through grief & adjusting to a new life.

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Relationships

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

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Life Transitions

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

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Trauma

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

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Anger Management

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

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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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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Loneliness

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

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Body Image Issues

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

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Codependency

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

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Bullying

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

Therapy Modalities Duncan uses With Clients

Duncan Reid – Training and Qualifications

– MA in Mindfulness based Psychotherapy.

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.