Helen Hadden

 

I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist, helping individuals who are facing psychological or emotional challenges, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. I have over 16 years of experience in different mental health settings, including the NHS and the third party sector.

My training approach is rooted in Psychodynamic psychotherapy, which explores both conscious and unconscious thoughts and experiences in a safe and supportive environment, fostering positive changes in your life.

I have NHS training in Intercultural Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. My expertise includes addressing issues such as feeling 'stuck' in life, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, attachment patterns, addictive behavior, identity issues, difficulty connecting with emotions, feeling misunderstood, grief and loss, intergenerational trauma, and non-recent childhood sexual abuse.

I have also gained valuable experience in various mental health settings, including early intervention in psychosis, acute mental health interventions, mental health rehabilitation, and providing psychoeducation in schools to reduce the risk of suicide and self-harm.

Choosing the right therapist is important, and I believe in creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can trust and collaborate. If you feel that we might be a good fit, please reach out for an initial consultation to discuss your concerns, goals, and expectations.

Accreditation:

  • British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC). Registration number 26588

  • Tavistock Society of Psychotherapy (TSP), The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. Registration number: 33248

Training:

  • Tavistock and Portman NHS:

    • Intercultural Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

    • MA Foundation of Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

    • Postgraduate Diploma in Child and Adolescent Mental Health (UCL)

    • BSc Mental Health Nursing 1:1

  • Additional experience includes:

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mentalization Group Therapy

    • CAMHs outpatients

    • Early intervention in Psychosis

    • Acute mental health interventions

    • Mental Health Rehabilitation

    • Psychoeducation in schools to reduce the risk of suicide/self-harm

    • Samaritans Step by Step coordinator

    • Samaritans listener for 6 years

    • MIND community support and group work

Contact Me

helen.hadden@thepractice.org.uk