Dr Zera Brittenden
DClinPsy, MSc, PGCert, BSc

I work with people who may be experiencing difficulty with a range of issues, including anxiety (e.g. social anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), worry/generalised anxiety, health anxiety, panic), trauma, psychosis spectrum experiences (e.g. voices, paranoia or unusual beliefs), sleep, perfectionism and low self-esteem.

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Therapy usually begins with understanding how these difficulties may have developed, before working on what may be maintaining them, supporting you to make changes in line with your goals.

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I am primarily trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) but also work integratively depending on each person's unique needs e.g. drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Schema Therapy. I am also interested in attachment theory and how our early relationships may inform how we relate to ourselves, the world and other people. I can provide high quality therapy for the difficulties listed. 

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I understand that starting therapy and making changes can be daunting. I will aim to support you to get the most out of therapy while ensuring you retain a sense of control, working collaboratively throughout, and providing you with a safe space to express yourself. I am professional in my approach, but ultimately aim to relate to people as human beings- bringing compassion, respect and a sense of humour to the therapeutic relationship.