Dr. Christina Theodoridou

ABOUT
Dr. Christina Theodoridou (pronouns: she/her) is a chartered counselling psychologist with 20 years experience in the field of mental health. Christina is able to work with adults on a short-term or long term basis, providing a sensitive and collaborative approach to therapy using the most up to date and reliable evidence-based practice available today.
She is an experienced counselling psychologist who provides therapeutic and clinical supervision services.
As it is important for Christina that her clients feel respected and safe she works with gentleness and compassion at all times.
Christina is working with people from all walks of life and is passionate to approach each person as an individual, tailoring treatment to their needs.
She is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council and has Chartered Status within the British Psychological Society. She has an extensive clinical background including working in the NHS, intensive care wards, third sector and universities. Christina is also fluent in Greek and is happy to work with people who would feel more comfortable working in this language.
THERAPEUTIC PROCESS
Christina works in a flexible, friendly and collaborative way with clients and tailors her approach to help meet the unique needs and preferences of each individual.
Christina has been trained and is experienced in using a variety of therapeutic models such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person-Centred/ Experiential (P-C/E), elements of Schema Therapy, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Com- passion Focused Therapy, mindfulness and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
CHRISTINA HAS A SPECIAL INTEREST & EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH A NUMBER OF CONCERNS INCLUDING:
Anxiety (i.e. health anxiety, social anxiety, panic, ocd)
Depression and low mood
Low self-esteem and assertiveness
Grief and loss
Chronic health conditions including cancer, Chronic fatigue syndrome/ME
Interpersonal difficulties
Stress (ie. Work stress)
Traumatic experiences
Sleep difficulties
CLINICAL SUPERVISION
Christina offers Supervision services in order that you can develop and maintain the highest possible standards in your clinical work as well as to grow your professional skills.
She welcomes enquiries from qualified Counselling and Clinical Psychologists, Counsellors and Psychotherapists as well as trainee therapists. A complimentary 15 minute phone call will be arranged in order to discuss your supervisory needs and preferences.
Supervision can be offered on a regular, ad hoc or one-off basis, depending on the supervisees needs.
TESTIMONIALS
I feel far more confident about my approach to, and understanding of, the thoughts that are detrimental to my wellbeing. The tools you have given me will allow me to counter such thoughts and lead a more balanced life. “
Elena
Empathetic, Insightful, and Constructive Therapy Sessions
“I found Christina very empathetic and reassuring in her manner and her approach and also ver clear in the ways in which she responded to and reflected back my exchanges with her. She remembered the narrative of what we were discussing from week to week, and built on it constructively in each additional session. I certainly gained one or two new insights into my behaviours from her comments.”
Anne Marie
Guiding Through Challenge to Hope and Self-Discovery – Alexa’s Transformative Journey
“Where to start? I have been through a very challenging period in my life and started therapy feeling a lot of fear, anxiety and grief as well as confusion and a strong sense of having lost myself.
Christina was wonderful – she immediately saw what I needed help with and was always compassionate and kind. However, even more importantly than this, she really got me to reflect and recognise that I needed to identify and change the unhealthy patterns of thought and behaviours I had slipped into.
She has helped me immeasurably with working on identifying my needs, creating healthier patterns of behaviour, setting healthy boundaries and creating a toolkit for my future. Often our sessions were revelatory on a personal level. I have made some big decisions and changes in my life following my sessions with Christina and I feel reconnected to myself and trust myself again.
I feel hope for the future which I didn’t think possible a few months ago. It was hard work and very intense but it has been a truly life-changing experience and I could not recommend Christina more highly. Thank you.”
Alexa
Transforming Lives from Negativity to Emotional Mastery – Max’s Story
“Therapy has changed my life considerably. I have a totally di erent outlook on life now. I was totally stuck in a rut of negativity and ignoring my feelings. I can now manage my reactions and emotions almost without thinking and that is a testament to Christina.”
“Before I started therapy the thought of talking to anyone, let alone a random person, about my feelings was the last thing I ever wanted to do. I had my initial consultation with Christina and instantly was put at ease by her calm, warm and caring manner. Therapy wasn’t easy and I had to go through some pain but just 6 months later and my mental health is a millions times better. I cannot thank Christina enough.”
Max
Fostering Trust, Conquering Anxiety, and Embracing the Future – Harriet’s Empowering Experience
“Although I knew therapy was a step in the right direction, I was apprehensive in finding the right therapist for me. Within minutes of meeting Christina, I knew I was safe and could trust her to help me. Anxiety had taken over my life in more ways than I realised, for so much of my adult life, but working with Christina has enabled me to feel that, although I will experience anxiety in the future, I will be able to work with it and overcome challenges and confront fears head on.
I no longer feel scared about my future; in fact, for the first time in years, I look forward to it. The thought of social events no longer cripple me with fear. Christina’s patience, but use of encouragement when required, has enabled me to push myself out of my comfort zone and gain confidence from ‘small wins’. My mindset has improved greatly under Christina’s guidance, and I cannot thank her enough for everything she has supported me with during our sessions.”
Harriet
PUBLICATIONS
Talking with acutely psychotic people: communication skills for nurses and others spending time with people who are very mentally ill.
L. Bowers, G. Brennan, G. Winship, C. Theodoridou
How expert nurses communicate with acutely psychotic patients.
L. Bowers, G. Brennan, G. Winship, C. Theodoridou. Mental Health Practice 13 (7)
The nursing observed illness intensity scale (NOIIS).
L. Bowers, G. Brennan, S. Ransom, G. Winship, C. Theodoridou.
Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing 18 (1), 28-34
The measurement of psychotic acuity by nursing staff.
C. Theodoridou, L. Bowers, G. Brennan, D. Gilbert, G. Winship.
Journal of Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing 16 (3), 234-241
Communication skills for nurses and others spending time with people who are very mentally ill.
L. Bowers, G. Brennan, G. Winship, C. Theodoridou
CONNECT
Contact me today to discuss what’s brought you to therapy and what you are hoping to get out of it.
I offer a free 20 minute consultation, without obligation.
CONNECT
Contact me today to discuss what’s brought you to therapy and what you are hoping to get out of it.
I offer a free 20 minute consultation, without obligation.


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