Hannah Cruttenden
Psychotherapy, Psychology, EMDR
Welcome
Thanks for visiting my website and taking the first step.
So many of us try to cope with life's challenges on our own - perhaps believing that nobody can help.
Psychotherapy with a trusted professional can transform difficult thoughts and feelings, and even life itself.
A therapist should be qualified and experienced, of course, but above all I believe it is the nature of the relationship and the quality of listening that matters most.
I hope to give you an idea of what I do and whether I might be the right therapist for you. I am committed to a culturally-sensitive, evidence-based and ethical way of working.
My training
I am an experienced Chartered Counselling Psychologist and Clinical Psychotherapist, registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council), BPS (British Psychological Society), the UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy) and the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy).
I am registered with several private healthcare providers including BUPA, Aviva, AXA PPP and WPA.
Who I work with
I work with individuals aged 20+ (I strongly believe personal change is possible throughout life).
The range of issues I address with my clients include:
Anxiety
Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Bereavement and loss
Relationship difficulties
Life transitions
Attachment issues
Family estrangement
Childhood trauma and neglect
Loss of a sense of meaning in life
How psychotherapy can help
Being able to speak freely, and be heard by another person, can provide powerful relief from unbearable feelings. This may include reducing distress around traumatic memories, and identifying any patterns of behaviour that are no longer serving you well.
Neurobiologists now recognise that psychotherapy can change how the brain functions, strengthening the ability to regulate emotions, and improving conditions like anxiety and depression. Although medical intervention is sometimes essential, the effects of psychotherapy are often more powerful and long-lasting than anti-depressants.
Techniques involving mindfulness, imagery and body awareness can also enhance your experience of the present moment, leading to deep personal change.
What kind of therapy?
Talking therapy & EMDR
I integrate a number of different psychological approaches, including psychodynamic, humanistic, somatic, and elements of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
As a trauma-informed practitioner, I also offer EMDR, an approach recognised by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) in the UK, and internationally by the World Health Organisation. This proven approach has been widely tested in people who have suffered trauma, but can also be useful for other issues.
Read more about how I work.
My location
When seeing clients in person, I work at 3 Montpelier Avenue, London W5 2XP.
The building is easily accessible from Ealing Broadway. If you are coming by car, there is parking outside, and paid parking available in St Stephens Road (2 minutes' walk away) is the road outside is busy.
I also work online with clients in the UK and internationally, mostly offering weekly 50-minute sessions. When working online, you will need access to the internet, and a quiet space where you can have privacy.
Fees & availability
My usual fee starts at £100 for a 50-minute session. I am registered with private healthcare providers including BUPA, Axa, Aviva and WPA.
I have a limited number of reduced fee spaces for those who could not otherwise afford to come.
Get in touch
Please feel free to contact me to arrange an initial chat.
If you prefer, you can also text me on +44 7973 261442 and I will get back to you.
I try to answer queries within 48 hours. All contact is strictly confidential.
Frequently asked questions
After an assessment, we would normally arrange to meet for an agreed number of sessions - say 6 or 10, usually weekly. Most people find this number of sessions beneficial, and many decide to continue on an open-ended basis.
Normally, yes, clients have their own regular day and time. However, there is some flexibility for shift workers or freelancers.
I ask for 7 days' notice of a session cancellation. With less notice, I will do my best to offer an alternative time that same week, but this can never be guaranteed.
However, there are a few practical differences. If you are speaking to me from your home, you will need a private space where you cannot be overheard. You might also want to think about having your own tissues and a glass of water to hand.
We can talk about how you position your screen for sessions. Some people like to be close up, others at a distance. Being on eye-level with the camera usually works best if that's possible.
Please let me know as soon as you can if you have a holiday coming up. If I am taking holiday, I will give you as much notice as possible.
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