Martin Edwards - A Counsellor & Psychotherapist in Kew (TW9)
Name - Martin Edwards
Gender - Male
Qualifications - Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy (CTA), Masters Degree (MSc) in Psychotherapy, Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling in Transactional Analysis, Certificate in Couples Counselling.
Accredited Membership - Individual BACP Membership (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy)
Practices - Kew Gardens (TW9 3NB)
Specialties - Couples / Relationship counselling, relationship issues, LGBTQ+ issues, Identity Issues, Sexuality, working with young people, anxiety , depression , addiction , childhood trauma ,
Fees - £65 per session for individuals and £80 for couples
Current Availability - Monday 1pm to 3pm, 7:15pm. Tuesdays 10am, 11am, 7pm. Wednesdays 10am to 12pm, 5pm. Thursdays 9am to 11am, 7:30pm. Fridays 9am, 10am, 4pm, 5pm.
My Therapeutic Approach revolves around Transactional Analysis (TA). TA explores an individuals personality and how this has been shaped by their experiences, particularly those in childhood and how that interacts with the personalities of others in your life. This type of therapy aims to be non-judgmental, secure and respectful; where the relationship between the therapist and the client(s) is at the heart of the work.
As a Relational Therapist, I will work to understand your unique self-experience. Together, we will work on creating a new in-depth relationship, which aims to be supportive, strengthening and enlivening. Transactional Analysis Therapy is suitable for both long and short-term counselling with both individuals and couples. Part of the appeal of TA therapy is that it promotes an equal relationship between client and therapist, in which the client is focused on their commitment to change.
I work a lot with couples having trained with Mark Widdowson and bring the same level of empathy and compassion as well as behavioural techniques for change with the couples I work with.
I believe that therapy can help people to recognise their self-worth in order to achieve their full potential. I have always believed that mental health is as important as physical health and needs to be nurtured.