Colin Houlihan
Human. Therapist. Coach.
Qualified Counsellor, Psychotherapist & Coach
Qualified integrative Counsellor, Psychotherapist, & Coach based in central London and St Albans. I enable people to challenge their self-limiting beliefs, discover and accept who they truly are, and make meaningful change and relationships in their lives.
Whilst life is not, I see my job as relatively simple: I am here to work with you to explore your situation, understand what you are going through and where you would like to be, then tailor a plan to get you there. No tricks, bells or whistles. I know therapy can help, I am confident in my abilities and I believe that you are able to live the life you want.
At the root of most psychological, emotional and even some physical pain lies (in general) some form of conflict; fitting into society vs. being your true self, meeting your needs vs. satisfying others, facing your past vs. running from the pain. In finding & understanding this conflict we are able to , remove its power, diverting this energy towards positive goals, behaviour change, and healthy relationships.
Training
BA in Sociology
Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling and Coaching (Distinction)
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MSc in Integrative Counselling and Coaching (Distinction)
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​​Volunteer Telephone Crisis Counsellor (MIND)
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Experience
Foundation in social theory lead me to a career in Public Health research. After seeing my own therapist I discovered my passion for Therapy and working with people to improve lives.
I retrained at the University of East London whilst volunteering at Mind in Greenwich, supporting people in crisis on a wide variety of issues.
Working with individuals, couples, groups and corporates.
Personal Values
Everyone is unique.
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Pretending to love your life is harder than living a life you love.
Know who you are, if nothing else.
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Never be afraid to fail or make mistakes - you will anyway!
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Areas I can Help
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship difficulties
Trauma
Sex, & Intimacy
Addiction
Low self-esteem
Goal attainment
Life Coaching
Finding meaning
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