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Kitty Lester Contemporary Psychotherapist and Trainee Sex and Relationship TherapistKitty Lester:

Kitty Lester Contemporary Psychotherapist (UKCP), Trainee Sex & Relationship Therapist (COSRT)

Hello, I’m Kitty Lester and I’m a Contemporary Psychotherapist and a Trainee Sex & Relationship Therapist. I see clients in person, remotely, or a combination of both.

How I Work:
Therapy is a deep, transformative process that facilitates recovery, growth and healing. Contemporary Psychotherapy is a Pluralistic Outcome-oriented approach.

In simple terms, this means that I blend different therapeutic approaches to tailor sessions for each of my clients based on their needs and desired outcomes.

At times, therapy can feel elitist and exclusive. That’s why I like to adopt a relatable and culturally inclusive approach that’s free from jargon.

Qualifications:
I trained at the BeeLeaf Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy and have a Diploma in Psychology from UCL. I am currently undertaking a two-year postgraduate specialist training in psychosexual and relationship therapy with The Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology, (CICS).

Experience:
I have experience working with addiction and trauma, having worked in a drug & alcohol recovery service and with young people in the Criminal Justice System. Separate from my work with HQ Therapy, I am undertaking a clinical placement in the NHS, offering psychosexual therapy at Homerton Hospital’s sexual health service.

Professional Memberships:
Psychotherapy is a deeply ethical profession and all appropriately qualified therapists are bound by the Code of Ethics of their accrediting organisation. I am a registered member of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and the College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (COSRT) and adhere to their Code of Ethics.

Background:
I have a professional background in the music industry, having worked as a publicist for 15 years before qualifying as a therapist, so I understand the challenges that come from working in highly pressurised industries.

Fees:
My standard fee is £60 for a 50-minute session.
I firmly believe that therapy should be inclusive and accessible, particularly to those who need it most. I am currently offering therapy through HQ’s Concessionary Rate service. I offer a sliding scale between £20-£40 per session.

Next steps:
If you’re interested in working with me, reach out at [email protected] and I will share my Client Information Pack which explains in detail how I work, and my Pre-therapy Assessment Form, which explores what has brought you to therapy and what you are looking to get from therapy.

These forms are designed to give you more information about me, in order to help you consider whether or not to proceed working with me and to help me determine if I am the right therapist for you.

 

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

Kitty Lester – Working Hours

Tuesday – 16:00 – 21:00

Wednesday – 16:00 – 21:00

Contact Details

Kitty Lester, Contemporary Psychotherapist & Trainee Sex and Relationship Therapist, can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.kittylester.com

Clients Kitty Lester Works With

Client Issues Kitty Deals With

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Relationships

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

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Life Transitions

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

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Body Image Issues

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

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Helping you to rebuild a sense of safety.

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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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Trauma

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

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Loneliness

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

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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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Low Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

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

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Motivation

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

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

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

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Bipolar & Mood Disorders

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

Therapy Modalities Kitty uses With Clients

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What Is Psychotherapy?

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

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Psychoanalytic Therapy

A talking therapy focusing on bringing the unconscious to the conscious mind.

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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

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

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Integrative Psychotherapy

A unifying psychotherapy helping affirm the inherent value of each individual.

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Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Strengthening motivation & commitment to specific behavioural changes.

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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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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Helping focus on practical solutions to current issues that you are experiencing.

Mindfulness Therapy & Counselling

Mindfulness

Helping to control your thoughts & feelings, rather than be controlled by them.

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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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Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)

Understanding the agenda of your mind.

Training and Qualifications

– Diploma in Psychology (UCL)

– Diploma in Contemporary Psychotherapy (BeeLeaf Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy).

– Certified Generative Trance Practitioner (International Association for Generative Change).

– Training as a sex & relationship therapist at the Contemporary Institute for Clinical Sexology (CICS).

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– NHS clinical placement at Homerton Hospital Sexual Health Service.

– Clinical placement at drug & alcohol recovery service, Change Grow Live.

– Mentor at Belong, providing one-to-one mentoring to people in contact with the Criminal Justice System.

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.