Counsellor profile
Edward Chatham, BACP
Psychodynamic psychotherapist - family and stress
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- Psychodynamic approach
- Psychoanalytic concepts
- Family related issues
About Edward
Edward Chatham is a psychodynamic psychotherapist and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). He has three years of clinical experience helping adults with depression, anxiety, ADHD and self-esteem difficulties. He works with people concerned about stress and with those worried about how mental health affects family life.
He draws on psychoanalytic and Jungian ideas to understand how past relationships and inner patterns shape present behaviour. Sessions often look at recurring relationship problems, attachment patterns, and how earlier experiences influence current reactions. Edward pays attention to how symptoms show up in work and family settings.
In practical terms he helps people name repeating difficulties and the feelings under them. Conversations cover anger, emptiness, commitment worries, and problems linked to adoption or early loss. He also works with issues such as eating difficulties, substance use, and challenges tied to neurodivergence.
Edward describes problems plainly and helps clients notice patterns that keep causing distress. He aims for steady, clear work rather than quick fixes. People who want to understand why they react as they do often find this approach helpful.
He is based in the United Kingdom and sees adults. Sessions follow the usual steps of assessment, discussion of goals, and ongoing review of progress. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and remote sessions
Edward bases his work in psychodynamic thinking, which looks at how past relationships and patterns influence current behaviour. This approach helps people who keep repeating the same relationship mistakes or who want to understand the roots of anxiety and low mood.He also uses ideas from psychoanalytic and Jungian traditions to pay attention to unconscious themes, dreams and symbolic material that can surface in therapy. These methods can be useful for people dealing with identity questions, attachment worries, or longstanding feelings of emptiness.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Edward will discuss different ways of working and agree what makes sense based on the client's goals, worries, and personal preferences. He reviews progress regularly and adjusts the focus as needed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Registered or accredited professionals, including therapists using psychodynamic approaches, can offer these practical benefits while working with clients to find the best fit.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of family issues does he help with?
He works with adults concerned about family conflict, family of origin issues, adoption and foster care, and how family dynamics affect wellbeing.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a psychodynamic approach drawing on psychoanalytic and Jungian ideas to explore recurring patterns and attachment-related problems in relationships.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of clinical experience working with adults on depression, anxiety, ADHD and related concerns.
What professional credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and is based in the United Kingdom.
Can I work with him in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he see international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged and paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
What are the steps to start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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