Counselling with Enfield Psychotherapist, David Kraft
The general approach which David Kraft uses is closely interconnected with brief solution focused therapy. However, from time to time, he finds that people need to spend longer periods of time in order to deal with certain problems. In the sessions, David will listen and offer support in order to help people work through problems in the present day. David will use some psychoanalysis; however, the approach will be client-centred, focusing on dealing with problems at hand.
This approach works on the assumption that, in order to help people, the therapist should be warm, genuine and understanding: The two most important factors in this style of therapy are rapport and empathy. David believes that we have a remarkable capacity for self healing and personal growth and this leads to self actualisation.
One particular useful notion is one of the self-concept. This is basically one’s organised set of perceptions and self beliefs. Often, however, one’s self belief doesn’t fit in with reality and, in these cases, some self correction is required. David’s approach is very different to the doctor-patient relationship. He believes that it is important not to diagnose or give labels. Rather, he encourages clients to be liberated from these labels and to decide what is right for them in order to achieve their desired future and grow.
It is important to keep in mind the three core conditions, outlined by Carl Rogers. The therapist or counsellor needs to be congruent (1) with the client and understand the client’s personal situation. The therapist needs to provide the client with unconditional positive regard (2) and show empathy (3).
The person centred counsellor has a very positive and optimistic view of human behaviour and nature generally. The general philosophy is that people have the right to be good and give to others.
The following are helpful tips for counsellors:
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1. Set clear boundaries as to when the session starts and ends.
2. Listen and learn about your clients’ problems or difficulties. Feedback, but don’t pretend that you are an expert in their lives.
3. Act as a sounding board. Listen carefully as you begin to understand and empathise with him or her. Once you do this, you can understand his/her feelings and work towards building a more positive life in the future.
4. Don’t be judgemental or look like you disapprove.
5.Don’t tell them what to do or make decisions for them. Encourage them to take responsibility for making their own decisions.
6.Be as genuine and authentic as possible. This may involve disclosing things about yourself or friends. Remember, you are under no obligation to do so but this may help you to be real and to let them know that they are not alone.
7. Use negative emotions to help them to deal with their aggression and traumatic past.
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David Kraft
70 Cosmopolitan Court
67 Main Avenue
Enfield
EN1 1GD
0207 467 8564
Website 1: www.londonpsychotherapy.co.uk
Website 2: www.londonhypnotherapyuk.com
Treating Performance Anxiety using Hypnotherapy
UKCP-accredited psychotherapist, David Kraft, is a specialist in treating performance anxiety. A musician himself, he has worked with, over the years, a number of performers in the arts. These include opera singers, rock and pop singers, various instrumentalists, dancers, actors and actresses, and individuals involved in musical theatre.
He has also worked very closely with people involved in sports – for example, golfers cricketers, footballers, and martial art practitioners.
The approach that David uses is to pair the stressful situation with relaxation: this is best done in hypnosis. David also employs systematic desensitisation and a number of other behavioural approaches in psychology to help people gain control and maximise their potential.
A lot of people find that it is helpful to text or ring David before auditions or performances but this does not work for everybody: some people like to get on with it and then make a telephone call after the performance. This varies from person to person. The results have been excellent, and it is for this reason that many performers have recommended DAVID KRAFT for treatment. David has worked with a number of professional actors and actresses; it is for this reason that he has been recommended by so many artists on the stage or on television. Some people have described their anxiety as stage fright; and, after treatment, feel that they are 90%-95% confident. Others feel that their anxiety has reduced so significantly that they only have feelings of excitement before and during a performance.
For an appointment please ring DAVID KRAFT on (020) 7467 8564 or, alternatively, ring him on his work mobile which is (07946) 579645.
David Kraft’s Consulting Rooms
10 Harley Street
London
W1G 9PF
UK
We also have a clinic in north London:
Flat 70, Cosmopolitan Court
67 Main Avenue
Enfield
Middlesex
EN1 1GD
0207 467 8564 (General Enquiries)
07946 579645 (Work Mobile)
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What is Counselling? Enfield Psychotherapist, David Kraft PhD explains…
What is Counselling?
Counselling is a talking therapy which involves speaking to a fully-trained counsellor or psychotherapist. Is important that individuals go to a psychotherapist or counsellor who is accredited by one of the two organisations in the UK – the UKCP or the BACP. Counselling tends to focus on the here and now, and, often, therapists deal with issues such as anxiety, panic disorder, depression, sleeping problems, problems coping with a tragic life live event, dealing with the loss of a loved one, relationship breakdowns and work-related stress. Some people also go to see a counsellor in order to deal with loss of self-esteem or anger issues; and then there are, of course, a huge range of other problems that can ameliorated or, at least, reduced with a counselling approach. For more complicated issues, perhaps it may be more suitable to see a psychotherapist: this therapy will be more in depth and may go into associations with present-day events and one’s past.
During counselling was psychotherapy, clients are encouraged to talk about their feelings; the therapist will be deeply involved in the listening process and will support you without judging you or criticising what you have to say. The counsellor will help you get a better understanding of how you are feeling, thinking and behaving. A good therapist will never tell you what to do: (s)he will encourage you to find your own solutions to problem situations. Most counselling sessions are one-to-one; however, there are some trained therapists who work in groups or in pairs. In rare cases, individuals are offered a single session: in most cases, clients will be offered a short course of sessions for a few weeks or months.
It is possible to get counselling on the NHS. The usual route is to get a referral from your GP, but this takes a considerable amount of time, and normally at the end of the day, you are only offered CBT. One can look for a counsellor on the Psychological Therapy Service. However, if you would like to see a counsellor or psychotherapist more quickly, the best way of doing this is going onto the internet, and finding a suitable person to help you. Private psychotherapy or counselling do not require a referral letter. Sessions cost anywhere between £25 and £100 per session. Generally, sessions are 50 minutes but it varies from therapist a therapist.
There is also a number of charities and voluntary organisations which also offer counselling. The services tend to focus on family guidance, rape, violence and crisis work. The following organisations may be of help: Crus Bereavement Care, Relate, The Samaritans and Victim Support. It is important to note, however, that the support groups are run by non-health professionals working on a voluntary basis. If you like to see someone who is qualified it is important to make sure that they are registered by the UKCP or the BACP.
David Kraft offers counselling, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy. He is a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist and he has a practice in Harley Street and in Enfield. Individuals in the local area have been pleased to find this new clinic: there are short waiting lists and, in most cases, people can be seen within the week. The Enfield clinic is opposite the Travel Lodge on the Great Cambridge Road. David has been treating the full range of psychological problems for many years and has written a number of papers in the academic literature. For appointments, please ring 0207 467 8564 or try his work mobile phone number which is 07946 579645. If he is not available to speak, please leave a text message and he will ring you back as soon as possible. The Enfield practice has a concierge at hand from 9am to 6pm—Monday to Friday. There is also a lift to take you up to the clinic.
David Kraft PhD
Enfield Counselling & Hypnotherapy Local
Enfield Psychotherapy & Hypnotherapy
Flat 70, Cosmopolitan Court
67 Main Avenue
Enfield
Middlesex
EN1 1GD
What is the difference between a counsellor and a psychotherapist? Enfield Psychotherapist, David Kraft, explains.
My name is DAVID KRAFT and I am a UKCP-registered psychotherapist in Enfield. Over the years, a number of people—particularly, at Chase Farm Hospital in Enfield—have asked me about the differences between psychotherapy and counselling. Certainly, this is a good question. In this blog, I am going to attempt to explain the differences and similarities between these two approaches; and, as per usual, as these blogs are meant for the general public, I am not going to get down to the nitty-gritty of psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I am, in fact, going to make my definitions as precise and easy to read as possible.
Sometimes, when people come to see me, or indeed speak to me on the telephone, they ask me whether I do counselling or psychotherapy. They say, ‘Are you a counsellor or psychotherapist?’ Indeed, some councillors describe themselves as psychotherapists and vice versa, and this can be quite confusing for the general public.
Generally, a counsellor focuses on the present in the here and now. This could be problems at work or at home, relationship issues, changing jobs, moving home, stress and/or anxiety or bereavement and the list goes on…
Councillors will provide unconditional support and help their clients to move on in their lives. Counsellors, using this approach, tend to offer 6-12 sessions and, generally, clients rarely need more than six months in treatment. There are several types of counselling although the most common one is often described as ‘person centred therapy’.
Psychotherapists will also provide a similar safe environment to help people share their thoughts and concerns in the present day – that is to say, in the here and now. However, normally a psychotherapist will have additional training and therapy will be in more depth. A psychotherapist will not only deal with the here and now but will also look at associations with the past, particularly as a child.
The idea is that by gaining an understanding of one’s past and their associations, one can understand our behaviours and why we get upset or behave in a certain way. And, while the counsellor will also be looking at ways to deal with anxiety, stress, problems at work and relationships issues and so forth, the psychotherapist will be interested in looking at links with behaviours in the past. He will also look at patterns of behaviours from childhood to the present day. The most common approaches of psychotherapy are as follows: psychodynamic psychotherapy, psychoanalytic psychotherapy and Jungian psychology.
David Kraft is an experienced psychotherapist and counsellor with a practice in Harley Street and in Enfield. His approach is integrative. He combines psychoanalytic psychotherapy with solution-focused brief therapy and behaviour therapy. He integrates the various styles seamlessly in order to create a tailor-made approach for his clients. In all cases, he uses a counselling approach, offering space for individuals to talk about their everyday lives. However, from time to time, he uses analysis in order, where appropriate, to help people gain insight into their behaviours.
David’s Enfield clinic is, in fact, in Bush Hill Park. The nearest stations are Bush Hill Park or Southbury. In both cases, there is a 10 minute walk to the clinic, which can be found on the corner of the Great Cambridge Road and Main Avenue. The office block, which includes some private flats, is opposite the Enfield Travel Lodge. The Enfield clinic has proven to be a useful to local GPs, particularly in Southgate, Barnet, Palmers Green, Winchmore Hill and the surrounding areas near to Enfield itself.
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For more information, and to book an appointment, please ring (020) 7467 8564 or (07946) 579645.
David Kraft
Registered UKCP Psychotherapist
Director of Enfield Counselling and Hypnotherapy Local
Director of Enfield Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy
Honorary Secretary BSCAH Mets & South
Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine
Member of Council for the Section of Hypnosis & Psychosomatic Medicine, RSM
Member of Council for BSCAH
10 Harley Street
London
W1G 9PF
UK
Flat 70, Cosmopolitan Court
67 Main Avenue
Enfield
Middlesex
EN1 1GD
0207 467 8564 (General Enquiries)
07946 579645 (Work Mobile)