Mark Jardine | Psychodynamic Psychotherapist

Mark Jardine:

Trainee Psychodynamic Psychotherapist (BPF trainee member)

My name is Mark Jardine, and I am a trainee psychodynamic psychotherapist working face-to-face at HQ Therapy Rooms, offering weekly low-cost therapy in Dalston, to short-term and/or long-term clients.

Our individual lives are made up of unique experiences and challenges; everybody has their own story to tell. My approach recognises and values your individuality.

Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a non-prescriptive talking therapy which aims to help individuals explore more unconscious aspects of their behaviour, thoughts and feelings. It addresses underlying issues and causes, often from your past, which may be concerning you, or affecting your relationships with others.

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming, or we feel stuck and don’t know how to move forward, and old ways of dealing with life’s challenges are no longer working. Psychotherapy can help.

In your sessions, you will be encouraged to talk freely and to look deeper into your problems and worries. The aim is to help you make deep-seated changes in personality and emotional development, alongside relieving troubling symptoms.

I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and honestly about your feelings and the difficulties you are facing in your life and relationships. This can help you better understand what triggers these feelings and behaviours, and what past and present experiences might be influencing and impacting you, and how you navigate life, and explore ways in which you could change unhelpful or repeated patterns and behaviours.

I have completed a 1-year certified Foundation Course in Psychotherapy and Counselling at the British Psychotherapy Foundation (BPF) and am continuing with my training at (BPF) to qualify as a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist. The BPF is an accredited member of the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) and I adhere to their code of ethics.

In addition to my psychotherapy training, I am a certified Mental Health First Aider (MHFA UK) and have volunteered extensively, including providing emotional support to children and families in the Burns Unit at the Red Cross Children’s Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa, and since October 2023 I have served as a listening volunteer for a charity that offers confidential one-on-one face-to-face support to individuals experiencing suicidal feelings.

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Mark Jardine – Working Hours

Saturday – 10:00 – 13:00

Offers client Sessions In Languages Other Than English

– Afrikaans.

Clients Mark Jardine Works With

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Individuals & Adults

Adult therapy is the most common type of talking therapy.

Client Issues Mark Deals With

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Cultural Issues of Identity & Belonging

Helping cultural identity & diversity issues.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Helping you to rebuild a sense of safety.

Trauma

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

Gender Identity Issues

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

Motivation

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

Sexuality & Sexual Health

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

Bullying

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

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

Body Image Issues

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

Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

Loneliness

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

Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

Anger Management

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

Codependency

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

Sex & Intimacy Issues

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

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Low Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

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

Work & Family Conflict Issues

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

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Relationships

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

Sexual Orientation (LGBTQIA+)

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

Therapy Modalities Mark uses With Clients

Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

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

What Is Psychotherapy?

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

Psychoanalytic Therapy

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

Training and Qualifications

– Psychodynamic Psychotherapy trainee (BPF)

– Certified Foundation course in Psychotherapy and Counselling (BPF)

– Mental Health First Aider (MHFA UK)

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– Red Cross Children’s Hospital Burns Unit, Cape Town, South Africa.

– Charity offering confidential one-on-one face-to-face support to individuals experiencing suicidal feelings.

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 get in touch with us using the low-cost help and advice form and one of our fully qualified therapists can work with you to make sure you get the right advice you need in order to receive the correct low-cost therapy and counselling services you require.

Our practitioners deal with a wide range of therapy issues using different types of therapy modalities tailored to 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.

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Monday-Friday	07:00 - 24:00
Saturday	09:00 - 24:00
Sunday	09:00 - 20:00