Ann-Louise McCarthy

Hello. My name is Ann-Louise Mccarthy. I am trained as a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist but base my practice on attachment theory and believe that the relationship between client and therapist is an integral aspect of the work we do together. I am registered to practice with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). My private practice is located in Bloomsbury London. It is a 15-20 minute walk from St Pancras Station and a 5 minute walk from Russell Square tube station. I am committed to providing Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. I work one-to-one with individual adults and couples, on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period.

M. Clin. Sci. (Psychotherapy) P.G. Dip. in Psychotherapy B.A. (Hons) I have clinical experience working in the NHS, in the education sector, within inhouse Psychiatric services and in Private Practice, and have worked with clients who have experienced sexual abuse and domestic violence as well as many other challenging and traumatic life experiences and issues. I also have experience in the field of fostering and welcome clients who are care experienced.

I work with adults and couples on a short or long term basis. I have particular interest in working with clients who are experiencing or have experienced: Feeling Overwhelmed Anxiety Stress Panic Attacks Sadness Feeling out of control Feeling Loneliness Depression Addiction Trauma Abuse Interpersonal and relationship difficulties Eating Disorders Identity issues Bereavement and Loss Low self esteem Menopause Mid Life crisis Redundancy Relationship issues Work place issues Anger issues Domestic Violence Sexual Abuse Repetitive physical health problems Young/new parent guidance as well as other problems and difficulties.

I work Psychodynamically, face to face with clients with an empathic and non-judgemental approach. My theoretical focus is based on attachment theory and the impact of important interpersonal relationships, as well as the unconscious. I attend supervision and Professional Development training on a regular basis, throughout the year, as I believe expanding my knowledge and keeping up to date with current developments in Psychotherapy and mental and emotional health issues is important. My consulting room is not located in a busy multi-use Psychotherapy centre. It is a private space which allows for clients to talk confidentially in the knowledge that their privacy and security are a priority.