Bessel Van der Kolk
Seeking support is a brave step, and I'm here to help. My name is Siân, and I'm an accredited therapist offering effective therapy using CBT and EMDR. For the past 17 years, I've been guiding people like you through challenges such as anxiety and difficult past experiences. I have specialised in working with individuals recovering from PTSD and complex trauma.
When we work together, you can expect a safe and understanding space. If we use CBT, you'll learn practical ways to manage your thoughts and feelings to improve your daily life. If EMDR is right for you, it can help process difficult memories so they have less power over you.
My goal is simple: to provide clear, effective therapy tailored to your needs. Let's explore how CBT or EMDR can help you find lasting positive change.
Outside of work, I love spending time outside either walking on the Moor or the South West Coast Path, or swimming or kayaking in the sea. I'm trying (with mixed results!) to grow my own fruit and veg, I enjoy travelling in my campervan, and spending time with my 13 year old cat Lenny and a good book.
My professional journey has been driven by a passion for providing effective, evidence-based care. After working directly in a hospital setting, I completed Mental Health Nurse training in 2010, giving me a profound insight into a wide range of mental health conditions. This practical experience laid the foundation for my further training in advanced psychological therapies.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT therapist, ensuring the highest standard of care. I have completed extensive training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a powerful and highly-effective therapy for processing traumatic memories and reducing their emotional impact. I have completed further specialist advanced training in EMDR skills and approaches for complex trauma.
Therapy for children and young people requires a deep understanding of their developing minds and unique experiences. Recognising they are not simply 'small adults,' I've undertaken specialist, BPS-approved training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) specifically designed for this age group.
My unique background combines practical medical insight with in-depth therapy training. I'm also passionate about the powerful connection between our bodies and minds, leading me to train as a yoga teacher and to offer therapy in an outdoors setting.