Gemma Deran Therapy

~ Counselling & Therapy for Lewisham, Greenwich & Beckenham; Person-Centred Counsellors; Therapy Located in Bromley and Brockley; Workshops for Professionals; Telephone Counselling Service; Working creatively with Adults & Young People ~ Couples Counselling ~

Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed or isolated?

Do you need someone to talk to, someone who will listen?

Cemaliye (Gemma) Deran BA (Hons), HPD Couns, MBACP.

I am an experienced Person-Centred Counsellor offering a one to one counselling service for adults and young people. I also offer couples counselling to adults and can agree to work both shorter-term or longer-term depending on the needs of the individual or couple in therapy.

I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (MBACP).

As a counsellor, I would describe myself as warm and down to earth with a commitment to providing a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings.

Background & Experience:

Part of my previous working experience has been in the drug and alcohol field and included organisations such as Turning Point and Pheonix Futures (Adult Services) - I have also worked exstensively with the elderly. As a School Counsellor (2008-2010) in a large mixed secondary school I have worked a lot with young people between the ages of 11 to 19 years old. At present I am a part-time NHS counsellor in a GP surgery in South London (Southwark) as well as working in private practice.

I am experienced in working with the following issues:

Anxiety ~ Depression ~ Trauma & PTSD ~ Dissociation ~
Addiction(s) ~ Anger/Rage ~ Relationship Issues
Jealousy & Trust Issues ~ Panic Attacks ~ Bereavement & Loss
Self-Harm ~ Parenting Issues ~ Sexuality
Bullying ~ Sexual Abuse ~ Identity ~ Obsession
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder(OCD)
Low self-esteem ~ Lacking Confidence ~ Codependency
Cultural Issues ~ Growing Older & Aging
Isolation/Lonliness & Despair
Body Dismorphic Disorder(BDD)..
N.B. Please feel free to contact me about issues that are not on this list - I welcome all enquiries and if what I offer is not suitable with your needs I will endeavour to refer you on or help with information if I can.

How I Work as a Therapist/Counsellor

My approach is gentle, where through the process of developing a trusting 'therapeutic relationship' we explore together the issues you choose to bring and that are troubling you in your life. I am committed to offering a safe, non-judgemental and confidential space enabling a climate for self-reflection, increased personal awareness and understanding about a current issue or situation. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss or a specific crisis, you will gain a greater clarity about yourself, your situation and the different choices available to you.

Healing In Relationship/s

As a Counsellor and within the therapeautic relationship, I will not give advice as I believe that every individual has the inner resources to find their own way to a more fulfilling life. At times this aspect of our work may feel the most challenging, yet present the most opportunity for working through the very issues that may be blocking you from reaching your own personal potential. I work 'relationally' with a strong focus on healing in relationship/s alongside a committed valuing of the context of individual cultural experience.

Professional Ethics

I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I adhere to their ethical framework for good practice and am committed to providing a highly professional counselling service. In addition I have a current and regularly updated enhanced CRB clearance.

South East London Location ~ Travel Routes & Parking

My Practice is based in Brockley SE4 and Bromley BR1 - these locations are within easy reach of Lewisham, Beckenhan, Forest Hill, New Cross, Deptford, Greenwich, Blackheath, and other areas in South East London. Local bus routes for Brockley include 484, 171, 172 and there is free on-street parking in and around the immediate area. There is also easy access from the city as London Bridge is just a 10 minute train journey from Brockley Station which is a minutes walk from the practice.

The Bromley practice also has excellent travel links with Bromley North & Bromley South Stations within walking distance. The 208 bus route also stops close by.


Brockley ~ Catford ~ Lewisham ~ Greenwich ~ Deptford ~ New Cross ~ Forest Hill ~ Bromley ~ Beckenham ~ London Bridge~

Tel: 07947 533611 or click here to email
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