LAPP is a North London psychotherapy clinic specialising in the treatment of psychological trauma. Our psychotherapists have a wide range of trainings which include EMDR, primal therapy, relational and attachment based psychotherapy. The problems caused by disturbed or unhappy early childhood experiences can be profound and wide-ranging. The unhappiness caused by lack of love, care, touch or attention, or by physical or sexual abuse can rarely be communicated or expressed by a child. Without anyone to recognize their pain, children will all too often blame themselves. The consequences of early deprivation range from mild discontent, anxiety, depression, problems in relationships through to severe emotional disability and suffering. In our experience, painful childhood traumas and disturbed family relationships must be worked through in a safe and consistent environment. The work at our North London psychotherapy clinic is informed by Alice Miller's philosophy which regards the role of the therapist as an 'empathic witness' to what unfolds in the consulting room. Within the therapeutic relationship, the consequences of early painful relationships and experiences can emerge. It is our aim to provide an environment in which emotions can be recognised, felt and worked through. All our staff are individual members of the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy. This is a nationally recognised body which monitors the standards of psychotherapy and psychotherapy trainings in the United Kingdom. We offer individual, couple psychotherapy and supervision. LAPP is an equal opportunities organization, committed to equal opportunities, diversity and issues of intercultural practice. EMDR All expressive and psychodynamic therapies have at their core the notion that painful memories are stored and not forgotten although they might differ in how these memories might be retrieved. In recent years, there has been increased interest and understanding of the nature of trauma and traumatic memory. Research has shown that one of the most effective ways of dealing with the consequences of severe trauma is a technique known as EMDR. (Eye Movement Densentisation and Reprocessing) which was developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro. EMDR merges elements from a variety of therapeutic approaches, including cognitive, psycho-dynamic and primal therapy. The process has been shown to be extremely effective in removing the symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, (PTSD) and reducing distress. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is the name given to a syndrome that can occur after experiencing or witnessing deeply disturbing or life threatening events. People with PTSD can suffer from many symptoms including flash backs, nightmares, sleep disturbance, mood changes and feelings of depression and alienation. These symptoms, if not dealt will not go away, and can with have a severe impact on a person's ability to function in daily life. EMDR is well researched and in 2005 was approved by the National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) as one of only two approved treatments for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. There is also good evidence for EMDR being useful in resolving trauma in general. For this reason, in our North London psychotherapy clinic, our therapists have training in the use of EMDR. Contact Details West Hill House 6 Swains Lane London N6 6QS Tel. 0207 267 9616 Fax: 0207 482 0858
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