Martin Alderton – Psychotherapeutic Counsellor

Norwich | Harley Street London | Online

You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in difficult relationship patterns, or unsure why the same challenges keep returning.

I offer a calm, confidential space where we can begin to understand what’s going on beneath the surface and begin to find a way forward that feels more manageable.

About Me

I believe that our experiences, especially early relationships, shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us.

Sometimes this can leave us feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in painful relationship patterns, or unsure why the same difficulties keep returning.

I work in a relational and trauma-informed way, offering a safe, thoughtful space where these patterns can be explored at your pace.

I have over 20 years’ experience working within residential mental health and addiction services, supporting individuals with complex emotional and psychological difficulties.

My aim is to provide a consistent and supportive therapeutic space where you can make sense of your experiences, develop greater self-awareness, and begin to find new ways of relating to yourself and others.

How I Work

My approach is integrative and relational, meaning I draw on different therapeutic perspectives depending on your individual needs.

I work with a focus on the therapeutic relationship itself, creating a space where you feel safe, heard and understood.

Together, we can explore how past experiences may be influencing your present life, and begin to find ways of responding that feel healthier and more aligned with who you are.

I often work with people experiencing:

Relationship difficulties
Anxiety and emotional overwhelm
Low self-esteem or shame
People-pleasing and difficulty setting boundaries
The impact of earlier life experiences or trauma
Difficulties with identity or sense of self

Experience

I have over 20 years’ experience working within residential mental health and addiction services, supporting individuals with complex emotional and psychological difficulties.

I am a registered member of UKCP and work in line with professional ethical standards.

Starting Therapy

I understand that starting therapy can feel like a big step.

My aim is to offer a space where you feel respected, supported, and able to explore whatever feels important to you, at a pace that feels manageable.

If you are considering therapy, you are welcome to get in touch to arrange an initial conversation or ask any questions you may have.

There is no obligation — we can simply see whether it feels like the right fit.

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