Hannah Clarke

Psychotherapist

for

Adults

Teens & Tweens

My approach

Integrative Psychotherapy

EMDR

I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist, this means that I use several different theoretical models of psychotherapy which allows me to tailor the approach I use to your individual needs.

Some of the models, I use include CBT, mindfulness, solution focused work, psychodynamic, EMDR, DBT, Animal Assisted and Eco therapy.

I have spent many years studying the impact of psychological trauma and all of my work is trauma informed.

In 2019 I qualified as an EMDR therapist, both for adults, children and adolescents.

EMDR is a comprehensive psychotherapy that helps you process and recover from past experiences that are affecting your mental health and wellbeing. It can help you process the negative images, emotions, beliefs and body sensations associated with traumatic memories that seem to be stuck.

EMDR helps you to see things from a different perspective and relieve the symptoms that you were suffering. For more information about EMDR please click here.

Animal Assisted and Eco Therapy

In 2010 I qualified in Animal Assisted & Eco Therapy, this is a growing and exciting new field based on the therapeutic value of interacting with animals and nature.

Involving animals and nature in the therapeutic process can provide unique opportunities to explore and understand feelings and behaviours. Through connecting and building relationships with animals, we can learn about what we and others need to feel happy, safe and valued. These skills can then be transferred to other important relationships such as, family and friends.

You can read an article by Hannah about Animal Assisted Therapy here and listen to a podcast about the same topic here

How it works

Initial Meeting

This is a chance for us to meet each other and talk through your hopes and expectations of therapy. I will also clarify my approach to the work and my terms of service. Therapy is a very individual and subjective process, reliant on a connection between the client and therapist. The only way to really know how it might feel to work together is by meeting in person. This initial session does not commit you to further sessions..

How Long?

Sessions are 50 minutes long and take place weekly or fortnightly. Whilst I do offer some time limited spaces, psychotherapy is usually open ended which means we would not be working to a set number of sessions. Usually the length of therapy required is discussed between us, and an appropriate time to end is arranged in advance.

Cost

My fee is £70 for a 50 minute session.

Locations

I work from The Old dairy in Winchcombe and for Animal Assisted and Eco therapy from Colin's Wallow in Greet, Gloucestershire.

In person or online?

I am currently seeing clients both in person and online, via Zoom. We can discuss your requirements regarding this before we meet.

About Me

Hi I'm Hannah, I take a non-judgemental attitude to mental ill health as it is something that we can all struggle with. When we work together, we’re in this together. I value the trust you’re placing in me and will do everything I can to earn that trust with valuable insights, an empathic heart, and a compassionate approach to the realities of life

There are many reason why people seek therapy. There may be a particular issue in the present day that you wish to address, such as a relationship, bereavement, anxiety or depression. Or, you might have unresolved issues from your past such as trauma, abuse or childhood experiences.

I have years of experience in supporting adults and adolescents through whatever their current challenges may be. When working with adolescents I have a particular interest in neurodiversity and issues around accessing formal education.

I truly believe that choosing to invest in your mental health is one of the best decisions you’ll ever make - for yourself, your future, and those you care about.

My Qualifications

I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and a registered member of BACP and the EMDR UK Association. I qualified in 2010 in Animal Assisted Therapy with HEAL. I adhere to the code of ethics of all of the above organisations and am in regular supervision.

thank you

'We had recently moved location, home and school, our eldest daughter didn’t adjust as everyone said she would. We were in a dark and desperate place. She was 10 years old and so anxious that she felt sick all the time and said that it would be easier if she died.

We finally met Hannah, along with the animals and after trying out three other therapists, all in their white, clinical, cold rooms, Hannah’s approach was a refreshing and welcome change.

Surrounded by nature and animals, from Colin the pig to Delores the goose, our daughter felt safe and looked forward to her sessions, not seeing it as therapy at all. She began to talk as she played and tended to the animals, slowly but surely the world opened up to her once again. As she gained confidence through spending time with Hannah and interacting with the animals, she became happier and was gradually able to begin trusting herself and others more.

I can honestly say that animal therapy was the turning point for us, and Hannah is the animal and child whisperer we thought only existed in books.'

PARENT

'It's not an over statement to say that working with Hannah has changed my life. I have more of an understanding of my patterns of behaviour, ingrained throughout my life to date, than ever before.

She gently untangled so much in a relatively short space of time that two previous therapists had never been able to unlock. She has a very special ability and I'm so grateful to her.'

CLIENT

'The EMDR work you did with me has been of significant help in enabling me to overcome my phobia of blood tests and intravenous needles. I have been able to have several of these successfully since we worked together, some of them without needing an oral sedative beforehand, or without needing my wife to be present. I am very grateful for your help with this.'

CLIENT

'To be quite frank, working with Hannah has been nothing short of life-changing. Over the years I have worked with many different therapists and psychologists. Hannah stands out in her unique ability to consistently make me feel truly heard and seen--often without me needing to explain.

We have been utilizing a combination of EMDR and visualization to untether long held pains. Her keen intuition and sense of care allow me to feel safe venturing into parts of myself that need deep healing. I could not recommend Hannah Clarke enough.'

CLIENT

contact

Please get in touch with any questions, or to book an initial appointment.

Tel: 07535235365

Email: hannahmingclarke@gmail.com

Terms and conditions

Fees

Fees are payable by the day of your session at the latest.

You can pay by cash or bank transfer. Paypal is available for a small fee to cover charges.

On-line sessions

These must be paid for at the time of booking.

Missed Sessions

If you miss or cancel a session less than 24 hours before the appointment you are liable for the full payment, except in a few circumstances.

These exceptions are:

• Accidents or Emergencies
  
• Sessions I am unable to fulfil (holidays, illness, etc)

Confidentiality

The privacy of communications between a client and a psychotherapist is protected by the professional code of ethics and the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). I would only release information about our work to others with your written permission. But there are a few exceptions. In all these cases, I would make every attempt to discuss this with you before taking action:

• In extreme circumstances, such as potential suicide or delusional states, it be appropriate to contact your general practitioner;
  
• If I believe you are planning or threatening actual bodily harm or abuse to others, especially to the vulnerable such as children, the elderly or disabled, I am obliged by law to report these intentions;
  
• If it comes to my attention that you are planning or involved with plans to support terrorist acts, I am obliged by law to report these intentions;
  
• If I am served with a court order or any other disclosure obligation by UK law.
  

My GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) policy covers what data I might collect or hold about you and how it is stored. I take this seriously and with utmost respect for my clients. I am registered with the ICO (Information Commissioners Office, registration number ZB555116 ).