Allene Hatherell
Psychotherapy & Counselling
Therapy that starts with understanding you
Finding the right therapist can feel like a big step, particularly if you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure where to start.
I work with adults experiencing a range of emotional and psychological difficulties. My approach combines warmth and curiosity with practical therapeutic tools, creating a space where we can understand what is happening and decide together how best to work.
Therapy is collaborative. I draw on different therapeutic approaches rather than assuming that one model will be right for everyone.
What I can help with
People come to therapy for many different reasons. I work with adults experiencing a range of emotional and psychological difficulties.
Trauma & PTSD
Anxiety & panic
Childhood trauma & abuse
ADHD & autism
Relationship & attachment difficulties
Emotional regulation & overwhelm
Low self-esteem & confidence
Stress & life transitions
You do not need to know which type of therapy you need before getting in touch.
We can explore this together during your initial assessment.
A flexible approach to therapy
Therapy is individual. We can explore which approach may be most appropriate for you and adapt how we work as therapy progresses.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT explores how thoughts, feelings and behaviours can influence one another, helping you identify unhelpful patterns and develop practical ways to respond differently.
EMDR
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured psychotherapy approach that can be used when working with trauma and PTSD.
Neurodivergence
Therapy for autistic and ADHD adults, including people who are diagnosed, awaiting assessment or exploring their own neurodivergence.
Starting therapy
You do not need to have everything worked out before getting in touch. The first step is simply a conversation about what has brought you to therapy and what you need.
1
Get in touch
Send a brief enquiry to let me know you are interested in therapy. You do not need to provide detailed or sensitive personal information through the website.
2
Initial assessment
Our first session gives us time to explore what has brought you to therapy, what you would like support with and which therapeutic approaches may be appropriate.
3
Work together
If we agree to continue, sessions will usually take place weekly online. We will review how therapy is working and can adapt our approach as your needs change.
Over 25 years' therapeutic experience
I am a BABCP Accredited CBT Psychotherapist and Registered EMDR Practitioner with more than 25 years' experience working with adults.
My background also includes nursing and midwifery, which has contributed to the broad perspective I bring to therapeutic work.
I work integratively, drawing on different therapeutic approaches according to each person's needs rather than applying the same model to everyone.
BABCP Accredited | Registered EMDR Practitioner | ACC Member
For organisations and professional referrers
Professional referrals
Alongside my private practice, I accept UK-wide online referrals from insurers, rehabilitation providers, EAPs and other organisations.
I have experience providing therapy through established healthcare and psychological therapy providers, with treatment tailored to the referral requirements and needs of the individual.
Therapy resources
Practical information about therapy, CBT, EMDR and neurodivergence, including guidance for people considering therapy for the first time.
What is CBT & what can it help with?
A straightforward introduction to CBT, how it works and how therapy can be adapted to you rather than following a rigid formula.
What is EMDR & how does it work?
An introduction to EMDR, how sessions work and how the approach can help process trauma and distressing past experiences.
Discovering you're neurodivergent later in life
Exploring late recognition of ADHD and autism, from making sense of past experiences to understanding yourself in a new way.