Integrative Therapy
is a rich and carefully considered interweaving of different therapeutic approaches, which will vary from one therapist to another. The therapist will work with you as an individual in whatever way she feels will best resonate with you and the material you bring. The therapist offers skilful witnessing, as well as sensitivity, intuition, and sound theoretical knowledge of a range of disciplines

Aleine Ridge, Maria North, Carole Ellison, Aneela Mallick Ferdinand, Maggie O'Neill, Afra Bell,
Cath Yankson, Susan Mashkes, Deborah Berger, Lowina Simms, Audrey Wilson, Celia Urbach, Antigony Langley


Transpersonal Therapy
explores past and present wounds, distresses and possibilities with the intention of moving towards a sense of potential, purpose, self-fulfilment, and transformation. The interconnection of mind, body, heart and spirit is held central in the process. Several Spiral therapists are trained in Psychosynthesis, one of the most well known transpersonal approaches

Aleine Ridge, Maria North, Carole Ellison, Aneela Mallick Ferdinand, Susan Mashkes,
Deborah Berger, Audrey Wilson, Celia Urbach, Antigony Langley


Spiritual Counselling
works within an explicit context of an energy greater than ourselves, whatever we understand by that, whatever we call that: spirit, love, god/dess, life. Often the matter being considered is also within that realm, such as: Why am I here on earth? What is holding me when all else fails? What can I trust to be always there, and good? How can I accept myself as I am?

Aleine RIdge


Transcultural Therapy
holds an awareness of diversity and difference, recognising how a person's cultural context and experience can affect their lives, and taking this into account when interpreting meanings around people's issues. The therapist is mindful of issues of prejudice and oppression, noticing how power dynamics are manifested in the therapeutic work and holding a willingness to acknowledge her part in this. All Spiral therapists have a commitment to sensitivity around transcultural issues; those with particularly deep experience are listed below

Aneela Mallick Ferdinand, Cath Yankson, Deborah Berger, Lowina Simms, Audrey Wilson


Humanistic Therapy
describes a number of therapies which give central focus to the person's perception of their own reality, seeking understanding more than interpretation. These therapies include person-centred, transpersonal, gestalt and existential therapy, all of which place trust in a person's innate wisdom and self-healing ability

Aleine Ridge, Maria North, Carole Ellison, Maggie O'Neill, Afra Bell, Cath Yankson, Deborah Berger, Lowina Simms, Audrey Wilson, Celia Urbach, Antigony Langley


Person Centred Therapy
sees people as the experts on themselves, and offers support through acceptance, empathy and openness, rather than through interpretations. The therapist offers a relationship of safety and trust through which people can explore their issues and feelings, in order to arrive at self-acceptance and an openness to their potential

Aleine Ridge, Afra Bell, Celia Urbach, Antigony Langley


Gestalt Therapy
offers support and challenge in talking through confusions and difficulties, exploring current situations and relationships. It acknowledges how your present and past environment can affect you and your way of being in and seeing the world. It can help you to identify patterns which are no longer useful in your life, and give you the awareness to start to change them

Maggie O'Neill


Psychodynamic Therapy
looks at childhood experiences and interprets how they might affect present relationships and life choices. As part of this you will explore how you relate to your therapist, as this is seen as a reflection of your significant early relationships. As you start to distinguish between past and present, you move towards clearer relating, and a knowledge and understanding of yourself

Aleine Ridge, Maria North, Carole Ellison, Aneela Mallick Ferdinand, Lowina Simms, Celia Urbach, Antigony Langley


Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
explores how our thoughts, beliefs and ideas affect the way we feel and act. Many emotional difficulties arise through beliefs and assumptions which are often based on past experiences. These beliefs may have been helpful at the time but are less relevant now. CBT aims to shift thoughts and behaviour in order to find more helpful ways of being in the world

Lowina Simms


Integrative Psychosexual Therapy
holds the perspective of psychosexual health rather than dysfunction, and an integrative understanding of human sexuality which encompasses the physical, emotional, spiritual, social and cultural environment. It explores the therapeutic meaning and potential of clients’ sexual issues as well as providing information and self-help tools. Supported within a therapeutic relationship, clients can rediscover themselves sexually and develop a more conscious sexual self-esteem

Aleine RIdge


Couple Therapy
is for people wanting to explore any close relationship with another person, for instance a partner, family member, friend or colleague. The therapist will not ‘take sides’ or apportion blame, but will help to explore what might be helpful and what harmful within the dynamics of the relationship

Aleine Ridge, Maria North


Creative Arts Therapy
works integratively to heal and nurture the creative spark that is within us all, using a range of creative and expressive tools including talk, visualisation, art and drama

Carole Ellison, Afra Bell