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Narrative Therapy & Counselling

What Is Narrative Therapy?: Narrative therapy is a form of psychotherapy that is focused on separating yourself from the problem, allowing you to externalize your issues, rather than internalize them. In narrative therapy, you are encouraged to see troubling events or feelings that affect your life as stories that you tell about yourself.

Your therapist will help you to tell these stories and start to view them as external to yourself – things that have happened to you, but that don’t have to define you or be a part of your identity. By seeing your life in stories, you will be encouraged to rewrite the parts of your story that no longer serve you. The stories that you tell will not only be the negative ones.

How narrative therapy is used:  This type of therapy modality separates a person from their problem, aiming to empower them to see themselves as someone who has the skills and experience necessary to facilitate change in their life. A narrative therapist will help you to find positive aspects of your narrative and encourage you to see the inherent traits and skills that you could bring to other areas of your life.

Its purpose is to make space between you and your issue. This creates a situation where you can see the process of how a certain problem only concerns you, rather than harming you. It can also be beneficial to individuals, couples, families, and groups, where externalising problems can encourage positive interactions and make negative interactions less challenging.

Therapy Issues That Narrative Therapy Helps With

What does narrative therapy deal with?: Because this type of therapy technique is a modality that is considered culturally understanding due to its nature of giving power back to individuals, it’s an effective therapy modality for essentially anyone suffering from a range of  physical and emotional problems and behavioural disorders (see some examples below).

We want you to feel able to discuss any questions or worries with your therapist. This is important in order for you to progress your therapy.

***If you feel you need some help with getting therapy contact us using the form at the bottom of this page and someone will guide you through the process.***

These are some of the additional therapy issues we deal with that are closely related to narrative therapy.

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Trauma

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

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Sexuality & Sexual Health

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

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Loneliness

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

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Anger Management

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

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Bereavement, Grief & Loss

Supporting you through grief & adjusting to a new life.

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Helping you to rebuild a sense of safety.

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

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

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Eating Disorders

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

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Relationships

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

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Sexual Orientation (LGBTQIA+)

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

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Bipolar & Mood Disorders

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

Narrative Therapists Working at HQ Therapy

What to expect from narrative therapy?: Narrative therapy does not set out to transform you in your therapy sessions, instead, it intent is to transform the effects of the problem you might be experiencing. Its purpose is to make space between you and your issue.

Below is a selection of our current fully trained narrative therapists who are available to work with clients who are experiencing therapy issues that we deal with related to narrative therapy using a wide range range of therapy techniques.

Choosing the right therapist is an important decision for you and it is important that you work with the right practitioner and that both feel comfortable working together.

Guy Krenger Existential Therapist

Guy Krenger:

Existential Therapist (UKCP)

Works: Face-2-face, online
Based At: Haggerston, Dalston

Yasmine Najib Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist hackney London E8

Yasmine Najib:

Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist (BACP)

Works: Face-to-face
Based At: Haggerston

Emma Buck Counsellor and personal consultant adults and children

Emma Buck:

Integrative Counsellor (BACP)

Works: Face-2-face, online
Based At: Haggerston

Dr Francesca Lassman Clinical Psychologist London E8

Dr Francesca Lassman:

Clinical Psychologist (HCPC)

Works: Face-2-face, online, phone
Based At: Haggerston

Matteo Merla Art Psychotherapist London E8

Matteo Merla:

Art Psychotherapist (HCPC, BAAT) & EMDR Practitioner (EMDR UK)

Works: Face-to-face, online
Based At: Haggerston

Leonie Drake Child and Adolescent Therapist

Leonie Drake:

Integrative Child, Adolescent, and Adult Therapist (BACP)

Works: Face-2-face, online
Based At: Haggerston

Mary Lambert Integrative Psychotherapist London E8

Mary Lambert:

Integrative Psychotherapist (UKCP)

Works: Face-2-face, online, phone
Based At: Dalston

Dr Matthew Rosen-Marsh Clinical Psychologist

Matthew Rosen-Marsh:

Clinical Psychologist (HCPC)



Works: Face-2-face, online, phone
Based At: Dalston

Rosemary Gomes Clinical Psychologist London E8

Rosemary Gomes:

Clinical Psychologist (HCPC)

Works: Face-to-face, online, phone
Based At: Haggerston

Eirini Melegkovits Clinical Psychologist London E8

Eirini Melegkovits:

Clinical Psychologist (HCPC)

Works: Face-to-face, online
Based At: Dalston

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Should I Seek Narrative 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 form below or give us a call at 0203 997 9229 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.

However, if you feel you are ready to start therapy straight away then click HERE to book an initial therapy assessment with a fully qualified therapist, or if you are struggling financially click HERE to book an initial therapy assessment with one of our Low-Cost therapists.

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.