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Mark Crow Counsellor London E8Mark Crow:

Gestalt Counsellor (BACP)

My name is Mark Crow and I’m a Gestalt counsellor in private practice working from HQ Therapy in Haggerston, Hackney. I work from a Gestalt perspective, which is one of the humanistic therapies, and I integrate other approaches into my work such as Mindfulness and Person-Centred.

There may be many factors drawing you to therapy, or a single, persistent worry. You may feel stuck, reduced to a small part of your potential. We give names such as anxiety and depression, loneliness, trauma, loss, low self-esteem, relationship problems, to our experience, yet what we mean is also unique and personal.

More than anything else, therapy is a confidential, supportive space to talk about what’s troubling you and to proceed step by step to a freer and more accepting state of mind.

As a Gestalt counsellor, I will listen and will work with you in the here-and-now. Gestalt is close in meaning to wholeness, and I will be interested in your totality as a person: thoughts, body, imagination, language, emotions. We will look at how you carry your personal history in the current moment and we will find creative ways to explore what is holding you back.

I work from the humanistic principle that we as humans are fundamentally designed to move towards health and balance. Therapy can help to free this innate wisdom.

Your choices and responsibility as an individual are paramount in our work together. I see therapy as a genuine encounter between people in-the-moment, resulting in a trusting relationship where new insights and choices can emerge.

Some of the issues I work with include anxiety, depression, identity issues, sexuality, relationship problems and trauma.

I am a registered member of the BACP, bound by their ethics and guidelines, having gained Certificate and Diploma qualifications from the Gestalt Centre in London.

MY Fees:
I charge £60 per initial consultation and per following 50-minute sessions. I am currently seeing clients face to face and online (Zoom, Skype, etc).

 

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

Mark Crow – Working Hours

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Wednesday 17:00 – 22:00 Sat-Sun N/A

Contact Details

Mark Crow, Gestalt Counsellor can be reached using the following:
Website: www.markcrow.co.uk
Email: [email protected]

Clients Mark Works With

Client Issues Mark Deals With

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Cultural Issues of Identity & Belonging

Helping cultural identity & diversity issues.

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Trauma

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

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Sex & Intimacy Issues

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

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Anger Management

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

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Loneliness

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

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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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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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Motivation

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

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Career Counselling & Coaching

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

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Gender Identity Issues

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

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Bereavement, Grief & Loss

Supporting you through grief & adjusting to a new life.

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Work & Family Conflict Issues

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

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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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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

Therapy Modalities Mark uses With Clients

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.