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A mind-body-spirit approach to healing
Holistic trauma informed therapy that truly holds the ‘person’ at the ‘center’ of their counselling and psychotherapy experience. .
Intercultural Therapy
Intercultural therapy encourages acknowledgment and exploration of the collective historical, political, religious, social and personal contexts of both the client and the therapist
The ACIT Approach™
Our holistic fusion of ancient indigenous African-centred therapeutic interventions with Western Psychology form the foundations of The ACIT Approach™. Established by Beverley J Weston, The ACIT Approach™ supports global majority intercultural awareness, understanding and healing.
Trauma focused
With a focus on social, cultural, racial and relational adversities, our intercultural approach to talking therapy is trauma focused and spiritually sensitive. Therapy is tailored to accommodate individual therapeutic needs to support your healing process.
Common mental health concerns and neurodiversity
Anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD / Complex PTSD, OCD, and Seasonal Affective Dissorder are some of the most common mental health challenges our clients present with. Neurodivergent co-occurring symptoms associated with ADHD, Autism and Dyslexia are also areas of concern we can treat.
Individual therapy fees
- £60 (counselling students - 50 minutes)
- £70 (regular client - 50 minutes)
Relationship Therapy
Inclusive Relationship Therapy / Couples Counselling
There are many reasons why people come to couples counselling / relationship
therapy. Unfortunately, the most common reason is when the relationship is in crises or approaching the ‘end of the road!’
Some fundamental reasons why relationships break down are due to:
- Unmet needs
- Intimacy issues
- Communication
- Infidelity / betrayal
- Unresolved trauma
- Cultural differences / barriers
Our aim is to support you both find the right pathway for your relationship. As an Intercultural trauma informed service, we specialize in supporting relationships where there is a history of trauma, childhood neglect, intercultural / interracial dynamics, spiritual conflicts and much more.
Relationship Therapy fees
- £60 per person
£120 for 1 hour session or £150 for 90 minute session
African-centred Intercultural Supervision
'African-centred Intercultural Supervision aims to develop the cultural competence of counsellors and psychotherapists by utilizing ancient African wisdom, philosophy & principalities; enhancing the ability to work with 'difference and diversity' in a culturally and spiritually inclusive way.' (Beverley J Weston)
Understanding supervision
It is an ethical requirement for counsellors and psychotherapists to attend regular clinical supervision to ensure professional standards and ethical practices are overseen by an experienced and qualified practitioner.
Supervision is a confidential and collaborative clinical learning environment based on mutuality between the supervisor & the supervisee; some of the roles of a supervisor are to:
- Facilitate an ethical 'holding' space to enable the supervisee to reflect & learn about themself as well as explore and understand the dynamics within the therapeutic relationship with their clients.
- Provide a space for the supervisee to receive constructive feedback to enhance their practice
- Support with ethical dilemmas and provide practical suggestions to improve CPD experience. Aspects of life coaching might also be incorperated.
Intercultural supervision
In addition to typical mental health presenting issues & therapeutic relationship dynamics, consideration is given to the supervisee & clients racial, ethnic and spiritual background. Development of the therapists intercultural consciousness, self-perceptions & understanding is supported to increase their process of personal growth and transformation, which enhances transpersonal experiences and the therapeutic relationship.
Fees
- Counselling Students
£60 per 50 minute session (fortnightly)
- Qualified Counsellors / Psychotherapists
£75 per 60 minute session (fortnightly)
- Front line worker / organizations
£65 per person (group or individual)
Testimonials
Ahlem
Imani & Jade
Ahlem
"Talking about private things in my culture is not really something we do, but this therapy has really helped me learn how to open up and understand myself better."
Kwami
Imani & Jade
Ahlem
"Thank you so much for your help, I would have never believed that I could be the person I am now before I met you."
Preeti
Imani & Jade
Imani & Jade
"I was a mess, now I feel much lighter, self aware and free from fear and judgement. Thank you."
Imani & Jade
Imani & Jade
Imani & Jade
"We found clarity within our relationship. Thank you for your support, it was an insightful journey."