What is adult Psychotherapy?
Sometimes in life we can know something is wrong, but not know what or why. Here at Mahony & Wood we offer expert advice and understanding as well as therapies that have been proven to help more than just diagnosable problems and disorders. They have been proven to bring about long-term change and help people with an array of life issues and transitions. Sometimes we can feel ill or unwell and rely on the knowledge and expertise of medical professionals to tell us why. But who do we go to when it is not medical, when its emotional and/or behavioural and we just can’t explain why? Mahony & Wood pride themselves on being able to offer a service for a broad range of issues and problems and feel a genuine pleasure for the privilege to take these journeys of discovery and healing with those that engage with our service.
Psychotherapy is a general term that refers to talk therapy, counselling, psychosocial therapy, cognitive and behavioural therapies. It’s an over-arching term that describes psychological evidence-based approaches to therapy that have been based on research into the best way to help psychological problems. Psychotherapy allows the Client and therapist to enter into a therapeutic alliance, to bring about relief and wellbeing through insight, techniques and understanding of the issues.
Meet our psychtherapists
Diana Catherine Wood
- MA
- MBACP
- BPC
- Psychotherapist
I am a Child, Adolescent & Family Psychodynamic Therapist who trained at the Tavistock & Portman NHS Trist, a renown worldwide institution which has a rich history of helping families, children and young people. I qualified with a Distinction in my Masters studies & am registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council as well as the BACP. I have been working as a therapist for over 25 years in G.P surgeries, for charities, for the NHS & in schools.
Accreditations:
Simon Mahony
- Counselor
- MBACP
- MSc
I’m a therapist with many years of experience working in private practice, charities and local authorities helping clients work through a vast array of diverse issues, disorders, phobias, and traumas. Specializing in treatments for mental health issues and addiction, whether substance-related or behavioral. Like many people I’ve faced my own share of these problems and found myself engaging in therapy that changed my life. I believe that everybody can obtain long-term happiness through the self-awareness that therapy offers.
Accreditations:
Richard Coltart
- Counselor
Richard is a counsellor with a passion for understanding the needs of his clients and building a strong therapeutic alliance. He has a robust understanding of the mechanics and psychology of addiction and is a proponent of 12-Step methodology and Motivational Interviewing. Where appropriate, he works closely with other health professionals (GP’s, psychiatrists, therapists) to ensure the all-encompassing holistic care a client might need. He is currently completing a Masters in Addiction Psychology.
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Some key areas we cam help in:
Please bear in mind, you are unique & so are the problems you face. We know this, & will tailor whatever services you need to fit your specific needs.
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- Life Issues
- Life transitions
- Assisting Diagnosis
- Stress
- Emotional Issues
- Relationship issues
- Bereavement
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- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse/violence
- Men’s Issues
- Women’s Issues
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
Need Help?
We believe finding the right help should be simple. We’d love to talk through the issues you’re facing & suggest the best next step. You don’t need to face your issues alone!
What is Adult psychotherapy? (continued)
The term psychotherapy is derived from Ancient Greek psyche (ψυχή meaning “breath; spirit; soul”) and therapeia (θεραπεία “healing; medical treatment”). The Oxford English Dictionary defines it as “The treatment of disorders of the mind or personality by psychological methods…”. Psychotherapy is often dubbed as a “talking therapy”, though not all forms of psychotherapy rely on verbal communication. Children or adults who do not engage in verbal communication (or not in the usual way) are not excluded from psychotherapy; indeed, some types are designed for such individuals. Many forms of psychotherapy utilize techniques and reflective insight to build a person’s ability to communicate verbally and emotional, building our ability to communicate with those around us effectively can sometimes be very freeing and help with repressed emotional states and transitions and traumas we struggle to talk about.
Psychotherapy is a collaborative treatment based on the relationship between an individual and a psychotherapist. Grounded in dialogue, it provides a supportive environment that allows you to talk openly with someone who’s objective, neutral, and non-judgmental. You and your therapist will work together to identify and change the thought and behaviour patterns that are keeping you from feeling your best. The journey of life can often come with bumps in the road, psychotherapy has been found to help people return to, or build a new healthier emotional state of mind, resilience, wellbeing, and sense of happiness.
Signs that you could benefit from therapy include: -You feel an overwhelming, prolonged sense of helplessness and sadness -Your problems don’t seem to get better despite your efforts and help from family and friends -You find it difficult to concentrate on work assignments or to carry out other everyday activities -You worry excessively, expect the worst, or are constantly on edge -Your actions, such as drinking too much alcohol, using drugs, or being aggressive, are harming you or others
Why Trust Mahony & Wood?
We’re a small team of highly qualified and experienced therapists, drawn together through a shared passion and belief in people, their ability to change, and their right to live the happiest version of their life.
Professionally Certified
Over 25 Years Experience
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Frequently Asked Questions
Just contact one of our therapists or leave a message on the website and we will be happy to talk you through the next steps.
Each of our therapist charge differently, so please contact us and we would be happy to discuss this with you. However, Mahony & Wood pride themselves on their transparency and will never charge anybody for any service without full explanation of costings and full agreement from you.
Psychotherapy is a general term that refers to talk therapy, counselling, psychosocial therapy, cognitive and behavioural therapies. It’s an over-arching term that describes psychological evidence-based approaches to therapy that have been based on research into the best way to help those with psychological/ behavioural problems. Psychotherapy allows the Client and therapist to enter a therapeutic alliance, to bring about relief and wellbeing through insight, techniques and understanding of the issues.
This is not a question that it’s possible to answer as everybody is individual and approaches therapy in their own unique way. However, we would like to assure you that Mahony & Wood do not prolong any therapy beyond need. We will always endeavour to offer you the best and most cost-effective service, coming to an agreed end date at the first possible opportunity without putting your long-term outcome goals at risk.
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