Therapy and Relationships
Therapy for relationship issues can make a huge difference. Navigating relationships, whether that be romantic relationships, in the workplace, or platonic friendships, is one of the most fundamental yet complex parts of life.
You might be feeling anxious, struggling with a fear of people leaving you, finding it hard to trust in others, or finding yourself reacting strongly to things. On the other hand, you might struggle to tolerate close relationships, and find it stifling or suffocating. You might find that you keep ending up in similar relationships that aren’t healthy for you, and want to change. You might be debating making a big decision, such as leaving or starting a new relationship.
— therapy for relationship issues
Dr Vicky Simkin has a research interest in understanding attachment and relationships, and completed her Doctoral thesis on this topic. She regularly works with people to understand their relationship patterns, and creates a safe non-judgemental space to help people explore their relationships.
Vicky works with a diverse range of individuals. She provides a safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals, polyamorous and ENM relationship set ups, and provides a gender affirming service.
Cognitive Analytical Therapy
Cognitive Analytical Therapy (CAT) helps you to explore the cycles occurring in your relationships, and how these formed. It is a proactive therapy, helping you move towards developing new patterns in relationships. Find our more about types of therapy here
Attachment Informed Therapy
Attachment informed therapy means that Dr Simkin will help you understand why you find yourself in certain relationship patterns, and help you understand your attachment style and ways of relating to other people. Read more about attachment styles here
Systemic and Couple Approaches
As part of her Doctoral training, Vicky completed a systemic foundation qualification, which means working with couples and families to help them understand and improve their relationship dynamics.