Counselling and Psychotherapy

What is Human Givens Therapy?

A holistic, scientific framework with proven effective results

The Human Givens approach gives us a clear framework of what all human beings need to live mentally healthy and fulfilling lives – based on a solid understanding of the essential needs and resources we are all born with, whatever our circumstances or cultural background.  We all need a sense of security, feeling safe in our homes, schools and workplaces.  A sense of autonomy, of being in control of parts of our lives is essential.  We all need privacy - somewhere to reflect upon our day, and a sense of competence, achievement and a feeling of recognition in what we do.  We need intimacy and friendship, a sense of being able to give and receive attention, people with whom we can connect, and a wider community to feel part of. Finally, we all need a sense of meaning and purpose in our lives. Where these things are out of balance or neglected due to, for example, personal setbacks, difficult upbringings or loss our mental health can start to be compromised.  Additionally, if we have been exposed to trauma at any point, this can seriously interfere with our ability to function well. 
The rigorous training a Human Givens practitioner undergoes means we can offer a bespoke, individualised and highly effective approach to each client's situation.  This approach is compassionate, effective and often produces rapid results.  It is effective in treating: trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, worry, misplaced anger, phobias, addiction, panic attacks, sleep problems, anxiety around labour and childbirth, low self-esteem, lack of confidence, in fact, any form of mental distress.