EMDR Archives - Prestwich Holistic Centre

Marlene du Plessis

Having grown up in South Africa, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the diverse and vibrant community of this nation. Upon moving to the UK in 2020, I carry with me the wealth of experiences gained form my time in this rainbow nation. As a Logotherapist and Person-Centred Counsellor/Psychotherapist, with specialised training in nature-based interventions, my transition to the UK necessitated a shift from the outdoor therapy room to indoor settings. Despite this change, my therapeutic approach remains consistent, characterised by a holistic, integrative, and solution-focused method, all viewed through a trauma-sensitive lens. In guiding you through the exploration of Read More

Paddy Rafferty

Since qualifying as a counsellor in 1996, I have worked continuously as a psychological therapist in a range of settings that include registered charities, private practice and the NHS. I now work solely in private practice. My last post in the NHS before I took retirement in 2020 was as a Psychological Therapies Lead. As an experienced and versatile psychotherapist, I am fully qualified and accredited as a Drug and Alcohol Counsellor, Cognitive Behaviour Therapist and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist. As is in keeping with my professional status, I work under clinical supervision and I am GPDR Compliant. Read More

Helen Carty

I have worked in mental health services in the NHS since 1984 with both adults and children. My most recent post has been as a senior clinician with children and adolescents in a CAMHS service, and a senior therapist within a staff wellbeing service. I have a wealth of experience in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of mental health difficulties including low mood, anxiety, panic, worry, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), separation anxiety, social anxiety, and specific phobias with both children and adults. I have also facilitated group programmes within the NHS for both adults Read More

Sarah Kilcullen

Hello, I am Sarah and I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and an EMDR therapist. I graduated from the University of Southampton in 2011, and moved to Manchester about 3 years ago. Type of Therapy offered • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy • EMDR – Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Approach The therapies that I offer are structured and interactive. I will be working with you to build coping skills, reduce distress, and to reach your goals. I’m not one of those therapists that will leave the whole session up to you. If there is something that I can teach Read More