psychological therapy
speak- contact us for an initial assessment to see if we would make a good fit.
relax- contact us to book a massage.
tailored workshops/ talks about stress and other mental health topics
v See slides below for more info.
educate- contact us to find out more.
slides
PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPY
Psychological therapy/counselling is a personal experience and we are all different, as such a holistic and individual treatment must be provided. Working with you, your therapist will decide which approach to use and help you get what you need from therapy.
Dr Avril Gabriel has worked in the NHS for many years, as well as engaging in voluntary and private sector work. Her work has brought her into contact with many clients of different ages, genders and backgrounds. Their difficulties have included different forms of anxiety, anger, low mood, problems regulating emotions, depression, suicidal ideation, problematic eating, low self-esteem, sexual difficulties, long term health conditions, social difficulties, identity issues, perfectionism, body perception, difficult family dynamics, adjusting to life changes, loss, phobias, pain, personality issues, relationship problems, self-harm, stress, substance misuse, trauma and problems within the workplace. She has conducted research looking at the experience of siblings dealing with substance misuse in the family.
Avril's training developed her skills in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and mindfulness approaches.
Qualifications: Doctorate in Counselling Psychology, Post Graduate Certificate-Low Intensity Psychological Interventions, Post Graduate Diploma- Mental Health Practice, BSc. Psychology (Hons.)
Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and registered practitioner psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPY
Psychological therapy/counselling is a personal experience and we are all different, as such a holistic and individual treatment must be provided. Working with you, your therapist will decide which approach to use and help you get what you need from therapy.
Dr Avril Gabriel has worked in the NHS for many years, as well as engaging in voluntary and private sector work. Her work has brought her into contact with many clients of different ages, genders and backgrounds. Their difficulties have included different forms of anxiety, anger, low mood, problems regulating emotions, depression, suicidal ideation, problematic eating, low self-esteem, sexual difficulties, long term health conditions, social difficulties, identity issues, perfectionism, body perception, difficult family dynamics, adjusting to life changes, loss, phobias, pain, personality issues, relationship problems, self-harm, stress, substance misuse, trauma and problems within the workplace. She has conducted research looking at the experience of siblings dealing with substance misuse in the family.
Avril's training developed her skills in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and mindfulness approaches. She has continued her development, with further training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and EMDR.
Qualifications: Doctorate in Counselling Psychology, Post Graduate Certificate-Low Intensity Psychological Interventions, Post Graduate Diploma- Mental Health Practice, BSc. Psychology (Hons.)
She is a Chartered Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and registered Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPY
Psychological therapy/counselling is a personal experience and we are all different, as such a holistic and individual treatment must be provided. Working with you, your therapist will decide which approach to use and help you get what you need from therapy.
Dr Avril Gabriel has worked in the NHS for many years, as well as engaging in voluntary and private sector work. Her work has brought her into contact with many clients of different ages, genders and backgrounds. Their difficulties have included different forms of anxiety, anger, low mood, problems regulating emotions, depression, suicidal ideation, problematic eating, low self-esteem, sexual difficulties, long term health conditions, social difficulties, identity issues, perfectionism, body perception, difficult family dynamics, adjusting to life changes, loss, phobias, pain, personality issues, relationship problems, self-harm, stress, substance misuse, trauma and problems within the workplace. She has conducted research looking at the experience of siblings dealing with substance misuse in the family.
Avril's training developed her skills in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and mindfulness approaches. She has continued her development, with further training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and EMDR.
Qualifications: Doctorate in Counselling Psychology, Post Graduate Certificate- Low Intensity Psychological Interventions, Post Graduate Diploma- Mental Health Practice, BSc. Psychology (Hons.)
Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and registered practitioner psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage Therapy can provide a multitude of benefits for your body and mind. It can increase blood flow (improving circulation), aid muscle relaxation, lower blood pressure, release emotions stored in the body, boost your immune system, reduce stress, improve sleep, and exfoliate the skin. Depending on your preference, your therapist can adapt their technique to help you feel invigorated or relaxed.
holistic: a massage using different pressures of touch to encourage muscle relaxation, blood circulation and skin exfoliation.
chair: a briefer massage that allows the client to remain fully clothed throughout. This type of massage is conducted on a chair, designed specifically for this purpose.
deep tissue: a deeper muscle massage, using increased pressure to help relieve aches, tension and pain.
Dr Gabriel will consult with you to find out problem areas, ensuring that she targets key areas of your body. She believes communication with the client is key and will check in with you during the massage to make sure it is as beneficial as possible for you.
Qualifications: ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Massage (Merit), Diploma in Chair Massage, Diploma in Advanced and Deep Tissue Massage.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage Therapy can provide a multitude of benefits for your body and mind. It can increase blood flow (improving circulation), aid muscle relaxation, lower blood pressure, release emotions stored in the body, boost your immune system, reduce stress, improve sleep, and exfoliate the skin. Depending on your preference, your therapist can adapt their technique to help you feel invigorated or relaxed.
holistic: a massage using different pressures of touch to encourage muscle relaxation, blood circulation and skin exfoliation.
chair: a briefer massage that allows the client to remain fully clothed throughout. This type of massage is conducted on a chair, designed specifically for this purpose.
deep tissue: a deeper muscle massage, using increased pressure to help relieve aches, tension and pain.
Dr Gabriel will consult with you to find out problem areas, ensuring that she targets key areas of your body. She believes communication with the client is key and will check in with you during the massage to make sure it is as beneficial as possible for you.
Qualifications: ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Massage (Merit), Diploma in Chair Massage, Diploma in Advanced and Deep Tissue Massage.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage Therapy can provide a multitude of benefits for your body and mind. It can increase blood flow (improving circulation), aid muscle relaxation, lower blood pressure, release emotions stored in the body, boost your immune system, reduce stress, improve sleep, and exfoliate the skin. Depending on your preference, your therapist can adapt their technique to help you feel invigorated or relaxed.
holistic: a massage using different pressures of touch to encourage muscle relaxation, blood circulation and skin exfoliation.
chair: a briefer massage that allows the client to remain fully clothed throughout. This type of massage is conducted on a chair, designed specifically for this purpose.
deep tissue: a deeper muscle massage, using increased pressure to help relieve aches, tension and pain.
Dr Gabriel will consult with you to find out problem areas, ensuring that she targets key areas of your body. She believes communication with the client is key and will check in with you during the massage to make sure it is as beneficial as possible..
Qualifications: ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Massage (Merit), Diploma in Chair Massage, Diploma in Advanced and Deep Tissue Massage.
Member of the Complementary Therapists Association (CThA).
WORKSHOPS/TALKS
Dr Gabriel has experience giving talks on a variety of mental health-related topics in different settings. She has run various workshops. She feels passionate about educating people on topics such as the impact of stress and coping strategies to help with anxiety and low mood. She is available to speak at corporate events or run workshops on mental-health related topics, in accordance to the client's needs.
WORKSHOPS/TALKS
Dr Gabriel has experience giving talks on a variety of mental health-related topics in different settings. She has run various workshops. She feels passionate about educating people on topics such as the impact of stress and coping strategies to help with anxiety and low mood. She is available to speak at corporate events or run workshops on mental-health related topics, in accordance to the client's needs.
WORKSHOPS/TALKS
Dr Gabriel has experience giving talks on a variety of mental health-related topics in different settings. She has run various workshops. She feels passionate about educating people on topics such as the impact of stress and coping strategies to help with anxiety and low mood. She is available to speak at corporate events or run workshops on mental health-related topics, in accordance to the client's needs.
