Ann-Louise McCarthy

Hello. My name is Ann-Louise Mccarthy. I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor with a particular interest in 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 practice is based in Whitstable, Kent which is close to Herne Bay, Faversham and Canterbury.

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)

PG. Dip. in Psychoanalytic Supervision

I have clinical experience working in a number of settings including the NHS, in the education sector, within inhouse Psychiatric services and in Private Practice, and have worked with clients who bring many different issues and experiences to our work together.

I work with adults and couples on a short or long term basis.

I welcome clients who bring specific areas of concern or focus they wish to understand more deeply as well as clients who are seeking an opportunity to explore themselves, their lives and their relationships in a more general way. Clients I have worked with have (as examples) 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

seeking young/new parent guidance

as well as other challenges 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.