Wellbeing Services for Adults
At Psicon, we strongly believe our mental wellbeing is as vital as our physical health. It has a huge impact on our ability to function successfully and find joy in our lives and relationships.
That’s why we are committed to helping individuals overcome and manage mental health challenges, so that everyone’s unique mind can thrive, and life becomes more meaningful and satisfying.
Introduction
Cherishing unique minds
We’ve been providing adult mental health services since 1998, and over the years have supported more than 20,000 individuals experiencing mental health concerns.
Our Adult Mental Health Services team is made up of very experienced clinical psychologists and counselling psychologists, highly trained and able to deliver psychological support and evidence-based therapy for a range of mental health problems. We understand that it can be difficult to seek help, and taking the first steps is brave. Our environment is designed to be as comfortable and welcoming as possible and you will always be met with compassion and kindness.
If you decide to have therapy, our clinicians will put you at ease and guide you towards the best therapeutic solution for you.
We’re with you every step of the way
How our mental wellbeing assessment works
Referral
You will be asked to complete a short referral form which will ask some questions about what difficulties you are facing, any concerns you may have as well as any relevant clinical or medical history. Our expert team will review this and ensure the most appropriate clinician is allocated to you.
Psychology assessment
A clinical or counselling psychologist will meet with you to discuss the difficulties you are facing and develop an understanding of those difficulties with you. Your psychologist will do their best to put you at your ease and create a positive, healthy atmosphere to talk in. We understand that people often come to us for support at the most difficult times and our psychologists are skilled at various forms of therapy. They are equally keen to make you feel safe, secure and understood without any judgment.
Formulation and feedback
We give detailed feedback on what we’ve discovered and, most importantly, how to understand it. This is one of the main differences between a psychologist and a counsellor. It can be immensely helpful to share this understanding with others close to you, so that we all approach things with consistency and have the same ideas in mind.
Comprehensive report with recommendations
If required, we can write a comprehensive report with recommendations as a follow-up to the initial assessment. This can be useful if further support is required from other services.
Further follow-up therapy sessions
If it is indicated, we will suggest a course of therapy, but we always work with you to agree the approach that will be most helpful. This may be individual or family therapy, strategy focused or explorative work.
Internal referral to autism and/or ADHD assessment services
(if appropriate).
In some cases, a psychology assessment is very useful in determining if another specialist assessment is needed – such as for autism or ADHD. If you present a complex picture, and are unsure how to proceed, a psychology assessment will generate a broad and holistic understanding. It will confirm if there is a rationale to offer a diagnostic assessment as well as any follow-up support.
Mental Wellbeing Worries
You may be experiencing…
Poor attendance at work
Burnout
Grief
Anxiety (including excessive worry, OCD, panic attacks)
Post-traumatic and acute stress disorders
Relationship problems
Attachment problems
Low confidence/self-esteem
Chronic fatigue/fibromyalgia/ME
Depression/sadness, boredom, isolation
Anger/aggressive behaviour
Medically unexplained physical difficulties
Self-harm
Sleep difficulties
Wellbeing Therapies
How we can help
Our expertly trained psychology team will seek to better understand how and why the challenges you are facing are affecting you as an individual. They will then draw on a range of therapeutic approaches to tailor a bespoke treatment plan with you.
Here are just some of the therapeutic models our clinical team can offer:
Trauma Focused CBT
Schema Focused Therapy
Systemic Therapy including Narrative Therapy and short-term Psychodynamic Therapy
Mindfulness Based Therapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR)
Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT)
Attachment Based Therapy
Compassion Focused Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Behavioural Couples Therapy
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)
Counselling
Testimonials
Some words from our patients
We've helped thousands of patients over the years, and here are some of their thoughts.
Psicon exceeded our expectations.
From the referral from our local GP, we were kept informed every step of the way. The timescales we were given were shorter on every occasion. The staff were lovely, professional and friendly.
Compassionate and caring service.
Compassionate and caring service. I felt heard and listened to during my appointment, where I was able to learn about my new autism diagnosis.
Finally able to enjoy life to full.
Life changing! Been able to learn a lot of methods to help with my mental health issues, and finally able to enjoy life to full. Can’t thank you enough!
I was made to feel at ease straight away
The doctor was very patient and understanding and I was treated with the utmost respect. I came away feeling well informed and I have a plan moving forward for my condition.
I would recommend this service to anyone that I know.
I attended the practice in June of 2022. The practice had such welcoming and kind staff members. This really eased any anxieties I had about going to the practice, and set a very calming atmosphere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anything you'd like to ask us?
Taking the first steps to understanding why you feel different, unhappy, or are struggling takes courage. We’re here to help you make sure you find the support that’s right for you.
What therapeutic interventions do you offer?
Our team of psychologists are able to offer a range of different therapeutic interventions. When we receive your referral, we will allocate you a clinician based on your clinical requirements so you can get the most out of your therapy. We can provide the following interventions within our adult mental wellbeing service:
Do you have access to a psychiatrist?
We do not provide a psychiatry service at Psicon. However, we do have access to skilled consultant psychiatrists who we can recommend. We can support a referral to them if this feels appropriate for you.
How soon can I be seen?
Once we have received your referral form, we aim to offer you an initial assessment appointment within four to six weeks.
How often will I see my therapist?
Most often, sessions are organised weekly, but after a while can be arranged fortnightly or monthly. Once progress is made, they may even be scheduled as required.
What's the difference between psychology and psychiatry?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specialises in the assessment, psychiatric diagnosis and medical treatment of mental health conditions. A clinical psychologist works from a non-medical model and seeks to understand individuals in the context of their own life. They develop a formulation, or ‘shared understanding’ designed to help the individual and their family see why an issue might have developed, what triggers it and what stops it from going away. Their main type of treatment is talking therapy, and they can draw from a range of options to provide a tailored approach. It takes about the same amount of time to train as either a psychiatrist or psychologist. If you don't know which one you need, we would be happy to help you decide.
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We're with you at every step
We believe that good mental health is essential to our overall wellbeing. We’re here to help you understand and address your emotional challenges so you can thrive and get the most from life.