Sylv Kesington

Often people avoid therapy because they feel like their problems aren’t that bad; but I believe that it is more about saying, “I want more for myself”. Together, we can explore what that looks like for you.

I offer a compassionate approach to help you explore and try to make sense of both past and present experiences that might be having an impact on you now. A different perspective has the power to offer hope to those who may feel hopeless.

My approach is Integrative Psychodynamic. In a non-judgemental space, we can look at the roots of your current difficulties and recognise what defences may no longer be serving you. This is something that can often affect your relationships that you might wish to improve on. I also believe one doesn’t need to be in crisis in order to be in therapy.

Areas I work with

Examples of areas I work with but not restricted to:
Addiction, alcohol misuse, anger management, anxiety, bereavement, boundaries, BPD/EUPD, living with Cancer, chronic health issues, depression, domestic violence, Eating disorders, relationship issues, LGBTQIA+ , loneliness, long covid, low self-esteem, Ptsd, self-harm, sexual abuse, stress, trauma, sex addiction, work related bullying and others.

I have extensive experience working with 12 step recovery programmes and have seen them work in the lives of many recovering addicts including 3+ years with the Amy Winehouse Foundation.

Having worked in a recovery house I have gained experience working with people, suffering with various mental health issues.

My background in teaching music and using it as a therapeutic medium laid the foundation and motivation to train as a counsellor. I think that I am easy to approach, warm in my manner and am adaptable to people and their circumstances.

Qualifications and Training

I am a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and comply with the BACP’s Ethical Framework for Good Practice. I hold a Level 4 Diploma in Integrative Psychodynamic counselling and attend regular supervision and personal development programmes. I worked at Spiral Holistic Centre offering low cost, long term counselling.