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Elena Della Rosa Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist London E8Elena Della Rosa:

Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist (ACP)

My name is Elena Della Rosa, I am a qualified Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist working at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston, Hackney, London E8.

My training was undertaken at the Tavistock Centre in London.

I have worked as a child and adolescent psychotherapist in CAMHS (child and adolescent mental health service in the NHS) where I have undertaken short and long term psychoanalytic psychotherapy with adolescents with mild or complex difficulties and who often engaged in self-harming behaviour.

I have experience in carrying out risk assessments and working alongside A&E and Paediatric ward medical staff.

This work has sparked my interest in working with adolescents and young adults who are struggling with the transition into adulthood and are experiencing depression and anxiety as well as difficulties in relationships.

As part of my training, I focussed on the importance of relationships and how our personal vulnerabilities get expressed towards those close to us, as well as our school or work friends or colleagues.

Understanding what happens between us and others in-depth can be the most important trigger for change.

Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic psychotherapy is a non-directive therapy which allows the patient to express themselves and their concerns in a non-structured way. This can be very helpful for children and young adults who want to understand what is going on beneath the surface.

Becoming aware of unconscious unhelpful patterns is thought to allow children and adults to develop themselves and their potential more freely and fully.

I have attended training in Mentalisation Based Treatment for Adolescents and for Families and I am interested in the integration of Mentalization-based therapy (MBT) with psychoanalytic psychotherapy.

Alongside my private practice, I am a part-time lecturer at The Centre for Psychosocial and Psychoanalytic Studies at the University of Essex and I continue my research activities in psychotherapy research and conversation analysis.

I am currently seeing clients face to face and online (Zoom, Skype, etc) and via phone. If you would like to book an appointment or ask me any questions please contact me below.

 

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

Elena Della Rosa – Working Hours

Mon – Morning (depending on existing clients)
Tues – N/A
Weds – Afternoon (depending on existing clients)
Thurs – Afternoon (depending on existing clients)
Fri – Morning/Afternoon (depending on existing clients)
Sat – N/A
Sun – N/A

Contact Details

Elena Della Rosa, Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist (ACP), can be reached using the following:
Telephone: 07787 360624
Email: [email protected]

Clients Elena Della Rosa Works With

Client Issues Elena Deals With

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Bipolar & Mood Disorders

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

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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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Self-Harm

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

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Body Image Issues

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

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

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

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Behavioural Disorders

Understanding your behaviour patterns & managing the challenges you’re facing.

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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Overcoming extreme emotional issues.

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Motivation

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

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Autism

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

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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Helping overcome behavioural patterns.

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Loneliness

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

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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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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.

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Work & Family Conflict Issues

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

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Cultural Issues of Identity & Belonging

Helping cultural identity & diversity issues.

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Eating Disorders

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

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Trauma

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

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Pregnancy Loss

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

Therapy Modalities Elena uses With Clients

Offers client Sessions In Languages Other Than English

Italian

Training and Qualifications

BA Psychology

MA Psychoanalytic Observational Studies

Prof. Doc.

Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (Tavistock 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.