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Zoe Laxton Psychotherapist hackney London E8Zoe Laxton:

Psychotherapist (BACP)

My name is Zoe Laxton, I am a registered psychotherapist and am currently completing my Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy by Professional Studies.

I work with clients in an integrative way, which means that I work with a variety of therapeutic techniques based on what is most beneficial for my clients, treating each client as an individual rather than with a one-size-fits-all approach.

In my tailored approach, I draw on elements from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic theory, and Existential Psychotherapy.

I use CBT to help clients change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours that are negatively impacting their lives, to allow them to create healthier ways of thinking and acting, as well as helping clients learn and implement skills to manage their difficulties such as problematic anxiety.

DBT also offers a way for clients to learn coping skills to help with problematic behaviours but focuses more on helping clients who experience emotions intensely, accept their emotional experiences and respond to these intense emotions in healthy ways.

Often, clients can feel ‘stuck’ and that something is ‘not quite right’ and can benefit from exploring their unconscious and bringing it into the conscious to help resolve underlying issues which can impact how they feel and behave, which is where my use of psychodynamic theory comes into sessions.

I also use psychodynamic elements when working with clients who have experienced childhood trauma and have challenging relationships with themselves and others around them. As we are all unique individuals with our own experiences, my use of existential therapy can help clients understand their place in their world and find meaning and freedom in their lives.

I am trained in working with a wide range of difficulties people experience with their mental health, with a specific interest in childhood trauma and attachment-related issues.

These often end up impacting individuals in many areas of their lives, such as problems in relationships, intense feelings of anxiety and depression, and an unstable sense of self, which is also where my tailored approach and therapeutic style help clients experiencing these issues.

By exploring the issues clients bring to therapy in a safe and supportive space, I work with individuals to make sense of their experiences and collaborate with each client towards achieving positive results and change in their lives.

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Zoe Laxton – Working Hours

Monday – 13:00 – 18:00

Wednesday – 09:00 – 18:00

Friday – 09:00 – 13:00

Saturday – 13:00 – 16:00

Clients Zoe Laxton Works With

Client Issues Zoe Deals With

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Anger Management

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

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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Helping overcome behavioural patterns.

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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Overcoming extreme emotional issues.

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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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Trauma

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

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

Therapy Modalities Zoe uses With Clients

Training and Qualifications

– Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy by Professional Studies – Ongoing

– Psychology BSc – The University of Exeter – 2018

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– I have experience working in low-cost services and charities offering psychotherapy to individuals experiencing a range of mental health difficulties, such as anxiety and depression, as well as working with emotional regulation issues.

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.

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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.

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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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