Paul Masters

About Me

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Making the decision to begin therapy can be anxiety-provoking. It is important, therefore, to find the right therapist for you, as this is a vital element of the psychotherapeutic process.

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Finding a therapist you feel safe with and with whom you have a sense of connection will enable you to explore the issues that are concerning you. People of all ethnicities and social backgrounds seek therapy for a plethora of reasons, and I welcome patients whatever their culture, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, or gender.

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My Approach

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Using the psychodynamic model, I offer a confidential, safe, professional environment where you can share, explore, and reflect on issues that you may be finding troubling or difficult to work through.

 

Psychodynamic psychotherapy is based on the idea that our past experiences, behaviours and relationships affect who we are today. During our sessions together, feelings, thoughts, images and dreams can be explored to help you gain a deeper understanding of how you relate to yourself and to others, and why they may be affecting you. The aim therapy is to help you make sense of your current situation and of the feelings, thoughts and associated memories that have brought about this situation.

 

I work with clients for open-ended and time limited sessions. How long we will work together will depend on what you are looking to gain from our sessions and what feels right for both of us.

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How I Can Help

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The following is a list of the concerns I can help with:​

• Feelings of stress and anxiety​

• Panic attacks​

• Feelings of depression, sadness or emptiness​

• Problems with anger​

• Confidence problems​

• Feeling burdened by shame or guilt​

• Feelings of loneliness or isolation​

• Low self-esteem​

• Lacking a sense of purpose​

• Bereavement​

• Feelings of abandonment

• Issues of belonging​

• Sex related issues​

• Sexuality​

• Gender issues​

• Relationship and family difficulties​

• Work-related problems​

• Finding work overwhelming​

• Identity concerns​

• Coming to terms with ageing​

• Difficulty with making decisions​

 

This list is not exhaustive, so, if your concern is not listed, please contact me by email or telephone to find out whether I will be able to help you.