Adam Barrett | Senior Accredited Counsellor | Marlborough | NCPS

Adam Barrett

Member Status: Senior Accredited

Member No: NCS24-05286

Location: Marlborough

Navigating Life’s Challenges with Compassionate Support
Life can feel overwhelming when you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, or challenges in relationships, sex, and intimacy. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate space where we can explore these struggles together and work toward meaningful change. With nearly 20 years of clinical experience, I offer a tailored, integrative approach that blends evidence-based techniques such as Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Gestalt Therapy. I also bring advanced training in Mindfulness, Somatic Trauma Therapy, and Psychosexual Therapy to our work.

A Depth of Experience to Guide Your Journey
Throughout my career, I’ve supported clients in a wide range of settings, including the Nightingale Hospital, where I worked with complex mental health needs, and the London Fire Brigade, assisting first responders with the unique stressors of their roles. My time in the prison system further enriched my understanding of trauma and behavior, enabling me to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences.

A Collaborative and Present-Centered Approach
In therapy, we’ll focus on understanding how your way of relating with yourself and the world may be contributing to your challenges. This might include unresolved emotions, unhelpful patterns, or difficulties with intimacy and connection. Together, we’ll process past experiences, build emotional resilience, and develop tools for healthier relationships—with both yourself and others.

My approach emphasizes mindfulness and curiosity, encouraging self-discovery and the practice of new, supportive ways of relating. By staying present-focused, we create a space to foster insights and positive change in a supportive and empowering environment.

Flexible and Accessible Online Therapy
To ensure accessibility and convenience, I offer secure online therapy via Zoom, allowing us to connect deeply without compromising on effectiveness. We’ll start with a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your goals and how we can work together. Whether you’re seeking to heal from past trauma, manage ADHD, or strengthen your relationships, I’m here to support you on your path to a more fulfilling life.

  • Qualifications & Experience
    Master of Arts - MA, Gestalt Therapy Theory

    Practitioner Diploma - Gestalt Psychotherapy for Individuals and Groups

    Level 5 Diploma, Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory

    Diploma (COSRT accredited), Integrative Psychosexual & Relationship Therapy

    Diploma, Integrative Supervision of Individuals and Groups

    Master of Arts - MA, Buddhist Studies


    ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

    EMDR (Standard Protocol and Attachment-Focused)
    CBT-I (CBT for insomnia)
    Internal Family Systems (level 1)
    Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (levels 1 and 2)
    Gotman Method Couples Therapy (levels 1 and 2)
    Family Focused Practice Using Applied Systemic Theory
    Mentalization-Based Treatment
    Mindfulness Teacher Training
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
    Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
  • What I can help with
    • Abuse – Emotional, Physical, Sexual
    • Ageing and related issues
    • AIDS / HIV
    • Anger Management
    • Anxiety
    • Assertiveness / Self-confidence / Self-esteem
    • Bereavement / Loss
    • Cultural issues
    • Depression
    • Disability
    • Divorce & Separation
    • Emotional issues
    • Generally unhappy with your life
    • Mindfulness
    • Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
    • Panic attacks
    • Phobias
    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder / PTSD
    • Public speaking: stage fright
    • Relationships
    • Self-defeating behaviours
    • Self-esteem
    • Sexuality Identity
    • Shyness / Social Phobia
    • Sleep
    • Stress
    • Suicidal feelings
    • Trauma
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