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James Crossland Integrative Counsellor Hackney London E8James Crossland:

Integrative Counsellor (BACP)

Firstly, I’d like to extend a warm welcome.

Relationships play a crucial role in our lives, especially romantic ones. But do you find yourself repeating the same behavioural patterns? Are you drawn to partners who aren’t right for you or even toxic?

Perhaps you experience anxiety in relationships, always worrying, “Why haven’t they called?” Or maybe you feel suffocated by a partner’s neediness, leaving you yearning for space. Or are you someone who finds it difficult to set boundaries, letting your partners take advantage of you?

If you feel vulnerable in relationships and struggle with asserting yourself, you’re not alone.

When our relationships are dysfunctional, it can lead to low self-esteem, anxiety, stress, and depression, which can also affect those close to us, like friends and family. Toxic relationships can cause a loss of identity and self-worth.

I can help. I specialize in working with attachment and helping clients who experience these kinds of behaviours cultivate healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

Family: While you can choose your friends, you can’t choose your family! This saying rings true for so many. Family dynamics are often complex. Do you find it challenging to connect with siblings or other family members? Is your family making you unhappy?

Many of us struggle with family relationships, but there is often a path forward. By discussing your feelings and emotions surrounding your family, we can work together to help you navigate these feelings.

Change: I once had a vibrant career in music, but in 2010, the industry shifted, and I lost my career. This change plunged me into depression, and I found myself in a very dark place.

However, as I trained to become a counsellor, I realized that a life crisis can serve as an opportunity for a reset that can bring about positive change. Are you going through something similar? Have you recently had to re-adjust your whole life? Do you find change difficult, perhaps even frightening?

Let’s work together to help you navigate change and embrace the unfamiliar.

What I specialise In:
Through my integrative approach, I have helped clients deal with the following problems.

I am committed to working on any of these issues at a pace that aligns with your comfort and needs. Remember, taking this step is a commendable move toward your well-being, and I am here to assist you every step of the way.

 

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

James Crossland – Working Hours

Tuesday – 08:00 – 10:00 / 17:00 – 22:00

Contact Details

James Crossland, Integrative Counsellor, can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]
Web: crosswaytherapy.org

Clients James Crossland Works With

Client Issues James Deals With

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Cultural Issues of Identity & Belonging

Helping cultural identity & diversity issues.

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Sexual Orientation (LGBTQIA+)

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

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

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

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Career Counselling & Coaching

Offering people guidance with choosing, building or changing their career path.

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Sexuality & Sexual Health

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

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Anger Management

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

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Relationships

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

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Sex & Intimacy Issues

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

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Work & Family Conflict Issues

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

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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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Life Transitions

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

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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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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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.

Therapy Modalities James uses With Clients

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Attachment-Based Therapy

Securing attachments to help rebuild emotionally secure relationships.

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Humanistic Psychotherapy

Focusing on a you as a whole & with a core belief that humans are innately good.

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Life Coaching

Helping you to addresses specific issues & finding strategies to achieve your goals.

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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Develop self-awareness & understanding of past influences on present behaviour.

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Transactional Analysis (TA)

Helping attain & maintain your autonomy by strengthening your Adult state.

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Person-Centred Therapy

Guiding you to seek & tackle your own natural self-healing process.

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What Is Psychotherapy?

Dealing with past events that make you feel unsafe, helpless or vulnerable.

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What Is Counselling?

Allowing you to discuss problems & difficult feelings in a safe environment.

Training and Qualifications

– Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling: Integrative Pathway.

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.