I am credentialed in the UK with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family problems, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
NCPS Therapist - Accredited Member (MNCPS Accred) #NCS19-08514
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Top job. Excellent.
Written on Dec 21, 2024 after therapy with Derek for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and bipolar disorder
Derek has a great capacity to push me to look below the surface and detect effective ways to change my narrative. I made more progress with him in 6 months than in years of psycho analysis.
Written on Dec 02, 2024 after therapy with Derek for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I've had only a few sessions with Derek so far (2-3), but even in this short time, he's made a really positive impact. He quickly made me feel comfortable and understood, which is so important when starting therapy. His ability to listen carefully and provide insightful feedback has already helped me see things from new perspectives.
Despite the limited number of sessions, I already feel more confident in navigating my challenges, and I'm excited to continue working with him. If you're looking for a therapist who is empathetic, thoughtful, and easy to talk to, I highly recommend Derek.
Written on Sep 16, 2024 after therapy with Derek for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Derek has been fantastic from the start. I feel listened to, respected and well guided. Thought-provoking questions are asked and kind words are sent via text message. Overall he feels like an unbiased and trustworthy friend. I’d definitely recommend Derek and getting help through BetterHelp.
Written on Jul 20, 2024 after therapy with Derek for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
A great man. Respectful and understanding. He's helped me address some issues I was running from for a long time and given me a chance to get where I want to be. It's not easy and he deserves alot of credit
Written on May 15, 2024 after therapy with Derek for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and adhd