Jane Topkin

I am an integrative therapist with a strong foundation in Humanistic approaches, mainly rooted in Person-Centered Therapy. I also utilize Choice Theory/Reality Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and other modalities depending on the needs of the client. With couples, I use Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, The Gottman Method and Choice Theory.

I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist and a fully accredited member of IACP. I abide by the IACP Code of Ethics which sets out the guidelines for ethical best practice for counsellors. I also engage in continuous professional development and regular clinical supervision to improve and review my efficacy in providing a quality counselling service to clients.

Using myself to create a deep connection and a healing relationship in the therapy space, I aim to deliver my clients a confidential, warm, caring, non-judgmental and safe environment from where change can begin to emerge.

I work with individuals and couples presenting to therapy with a variety of problem situations, including self-esteem, relationship and intimacy difficulties, co-dependency, body dysmorphia and eating disorders, stress, change and uncertainty, life transitions, anxiety, panic attacks, depression including postnatal depression, loss and bereavement, childhood trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, addictions and more.

I have a special interest in eating disorders and couples counselling.

My aim as a therapist is to help clients in their healing and enhance their emotional and mental well-being, be it a short term therapy aimed at personal development or long-term psychotherapy looking at deeper unresolved issues.

Qualifications:
• Qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist
• Fully accredited member of IACP
• Ongoing continuous professional development
• Regular clinical supervision

Special Interests:
• Eating Disorders
• Couples Counselling
• Relationship & Intimacy Issues
• Body Dysmorphia

Areas of Focus:
• Self-esteem and personal development
• Relationship and intimacy difficulties
• Co-dependency
• Anxiety and panic attacks
• Depression including postnatal depression
• Loss and bereavement
• Childhood trauma
• Life transitions
• Stress and uncertainty
• Addictions