Ann-Marie Clancy
Accredited Psychotherapist (APPI)
- Relationship problems
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Online only
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Makiko Ohhara
Psychodynamic counsellor
In person and online
Session languages: 日本語, English
“Counselling that listens without judgement, in English and Japanese”
About Makiko
I am Maki Ohhara, a psychodynamic counsellor, and I am fluent in English and Japanese. I see adults and older adults, as well as LGBTQ+ people and trainees. I work with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationships and sexuality, and with questions of culture and race and of life overseas.
I will listen to you empathically and supportively, without judgement and in a confidential environment. Whatever your worries or fears may be, I offer a place where you can talk at ease and express your true self. Counselling is shared work between counsellor and client, and I believe what matters most is the trust between us.
How Makiko works
I work as a psychodynamic counsellor. I provide a safe and reflective therapeutic space in which to explore and understand your feelings and behaviours. I listen closely to what troubles you and help you sort through your feelings, bring out your own inner voice and find a new self. Counselling is shared work between counsellor and client, and the trust between us matters most. Sessions last 50 minutes and take place at the same time each week.
Approaches
General information from Kyan about each method, not a description of how Makiko works.
Psychodynamic therapy
Psychodynamic therapy explores how earlier experiences, and feelings you may not be fully aware of, shape your life today. Patterns that show up in your relationships, and sometimes in the relationship with the therapist, become something to understand together. It is often used for recurring difficulties with mood, relationships and self-esteem.
Who Makiko works with
Focus areas
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Registered Member MBACP (Accred), BACP Register, no. 388768
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Training and qualifications
Education
- Diploma HE in Psychodynamic Counselling
Further training
- Bereavement SupportAscentis
Education, further training and memberships as Makiko listed them. Kyan hasn’t checked these.
Sessions and prices
Weekly counselling sessionGBP 60
We meet at the same time each week.
Initial consultation
I listen to you at your own pace, answer your questions and we talk about whether counselling suits you. Attending does not oblige you to continue.
Free telephone consultationNo charge
A short call with me if you have any questions.
Practical details
- Session languages
- 日本語, English
- Meeting formats
- In person · Online
Questions and answers
Can I have counselling in Japanese?
Yes. I am fluent in English and Japanese, and I offer counselling in both.
What happens at the initial consultation?
I listen to you at your own pace, answer your questions and we talk about whether counselling suits you. Attending does not oblige you to continue with counselling.
Can I ask questions before I book?
Yes. I offer a 15-minute telephone consultation if you have any questions.
How often do we meet?
Sessions are weekly, at the same time each week, and last 50 minutes.
Do you offer sessions online?
Yes. I see clients in person in Epsom, and I also offer online and telephone sessions.
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