Why I do what I do...

Louisa J Evans Dip. CBH, Dip. SMRB

I've personally used therapy, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy and hypnotherapy throughout my life and I've experienced the gains first hand. I had anxiety through my twenties which worsened when I suddenly lost my father without warning and that then became physical pain, panic attacks and even caused me to pass out on occasion. I've been at the sharp end of mental health and I always think a good therapist isn't someone who has all the answers but rather someone who's been there themselves and has come out the other side so they understand how you feel. In fact it isn't ever about having all the answers in therapy, it's about helping you find the answers and teaching you techniques that you can use going forward in other areas that may challenge you.

I am someone who is constantly curious and I enjoy growing my knowledge in order to support my clients in the best way possible through regular CPD. I even began my MSc Psychology at the start of this year which is proving both challenging and rewarding in equal measure and I always ensure that I am up to date with the latest empirical studies and interventions for mental health and positive psychology.

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I'm a Mum of two girls (one nearly thirteen and one three), married to Dale and am passionate about health, fitness and well-being. So much so I went sober myself at the end of 2022 and have never looked back. This is also why I now support others to address their relationship with alcohol amongst the other things I offer and only if they want to of course!

WALKING THE WALK

I've seen first hand how anxiety, over thinking, phobias, fears and even childhood traumas can rule your thoughts and eat away at you. I've seen first hand how grief can affect you. It's shocking and scary how quickly it can debilitate even the most positive person.

I hope you will see from reading this that I approach any therapy session with a complete understanding of where you are in that moment, without judgement, and work with you to achieve whatever it is you desire. 

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