Malcom kennedy
Counselling & Psychotherapy
in Tunbridge Wells
Experienced, professional and individual therapy for adults and adolescents.
Location
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Online & by telephone
About Me
BACP-accredited counsellor
MBACP · UKRCP · EMDR
Who I Work With
Adults & adolescents
Individuals & couples
Counsellor & Psychotherapist in Tunbridge Wells
People seek therapy for different reasons. You may be struggling with anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, trauma or difficulties in relationships. You may have ADHD or be autistic and feel that other people don't fully understand the way you experience the world.
Sometimes there isn't a clear explanation. You may simply know that something in your life isn't working and that you would like it to change.
I am Malcolm Kennedy, an experienced BACP-accredited counsellor and psychotherapist based in Tunbridge Wells. I work with adults and adolescents, providing a confidential and non-judgemental environment in which we can explore the difficulties you are experiencing. I have particular experience working with neurodivergent clients and people experiencing more complex psychological difficulties.
My Approach
How I Work
My approach is integrative. This means that I don't expect every client to fit one particular model. Instead I adapt the way I work according to the individual and what they need from therapy.
Our first conversation usually begins very simply: what has brought you to see me? From there, I will ask questions and begin to understand both what is happening now and the experiences that have brought you to this point.
I believe that our past is important because it affects how we experience the present. Understanding earlier experiences and recurring patterns can help us make sense of thoughts, feelings, relationships and behaviours that may be otherwise difficult to understand.
My approach is gentle, exploratory and, when appropriate, direct.
My work includes helping people experiencing…
Anxiety, worry and overthinking
Anxiety can take many forms, including persistent worry, panic attacks, intrusive or obsessive thoughts, fears and difficulty switching off.
Therapy can help us understand what is maintaining the anxiety and develop different ways of responding to it.
Relationships and self esteem
Difficulties in relationships can leave us feeling frustrated, rejected, misunderstood or uncertain about ourselves.
I work with individuals and couples experiencing relationship difficulties and with people struggling with confidence, self esteem, anger or recurring patterns in their relationships.
Trauma and difficult experiences
Past experiences can continue to affect how we feel and respond long after the original event.
I work with people experiencing the effects of trauma and PTSD and can incorporate EMDR where this is appropriate.
ADHD and autism
I have particular experience and a strong interest in working with people with ADHD, autism and other forms of neurodiversity.
I recognise that neurodivergent people can experience the world very differently and may have spent years trying to adapt to expectations that don't fit the way they naturally think and function.
Adults and young people with ADHD and autism can experience anxiety, emotional difficulties, problems with relationships, low self esteem or a sense of being misunderstood.
Therapy provides an opportunity to explore these experiences without assuming that there is a single way you ought to think or feel.
working together
My approach to therapy
I believe effective therapy begins with a relationship in which you feel able to speak openly and without fear of judgement.
I will listen carefully, but therapy with me is not simply about sitting and listening. We will work together to understand what may be contributing to your difficulties, recognise patterns that may be keeping you stuck and consider ways in which things might change.
Different people need different things from therapy. Some people want to understand themselves and their past more deeply. Others come with a particular problem they would like addressing.
My integrative approach is therefore adapted to the individual rather than expecting every client to fit one particular method of therapy.
As a member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) I abide by the principles of good practice outlined in the Ethical Framework of the BACP.
where i can help
My particular areas of focus include
Anxiety
Depression
Panic Attacks
Stress
Sexuality
Addictions
Low self esteem
Relationships
Self assertiveness
General Anxiety Disorder
PTSD - EMDR
Obsessions and compulsions
ADHD
ASD
Getting Started
Why have counselling?
Find out more about how counselling and psychotherapy can help, what happens when you first make contact, and the different kinds of therapy I offer.
Fees & Location
Individuals: £65 per session. Couples: £85. The cost of the initial assessment is £55.
Fees are negotiable for student counsellors and I offer a fixed number of low cost sessions for those on low incomes. Please ask at first contact if you wish to take advantage of this.
I will usually be able to see you within 5 days. Week-end and evening appointments are available.
£55
Initial assessment (lasts one hour)
£65
Individual session (50 minutes)
£85
Couples session
Location
My counselling practice is in Tunbridge Wells, Kent and it is within easy reach of Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and Crowborough.
To book an appointment please call me on 07917 890346 or use the secure contact form to email me.
I will usually be able to see you within 5 days. Week-end and evening appointments are available. If you prefer to make contact by e-mail please include your name and date of availability.
What happens next?
Telephone contact
After making initial contact you can then make an appointment for an 'initial assessment' at a convenient time and date at my practice.
Assessment
The first appointment is an 'initial assessment' session and it will last for an hour. The session gives you the opportunity to describe your situation and for me to consider appropriate therapeutic options for you. This is a collaborative exercise and there will be plenty of opportunity for you to talk openly and to ask any questions that you may have. Attending an initial session places you under no obligation to attend any further sessions but further sessions will be offered if appropriate. The cost of the initial assessment is £55.
If you prefer to make contact by e-mail please include your name and date of availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a counsellor?
If you are reading this, you may be looking for the type of help I offer. Many people need help when facing a crisis or a personal issue. When situations or emotions are overwhelming, people often need help to understand themselves and their circumstances. Support helps you to make sense of your situation and to make changes in your life.
Will my sessions be confidential?
Confidentiality is a core principle in counselling and psychotherapy. As a member of the BACP I am bound by its Ethical Framework for Good Practice and subject to its complaints procedure. Visit www.bacp.co.uk.
How long do sessions last?
Each counselling session lasts 50 minutes.
How many sessions?
The number of sessions really depends on you and your issues. I generally recommend an initial contract of eight sessions. We will discuss this in the initial assessment and any agreement we reach is open-ended and open to negotiation. It is usual to have reviews on a regular basis.
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