Adam Barrett

Therapist Directory Listing Category: Psychotherapists and Counsellors

About the Therapist

About the therapist:

I’m Adam, a therapist with nearly 20 years of experience helping clients address challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, and difficulties in relationships, sex, and intimacy. My practice is LGBTQ+ affirmative, offering a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore your unique experiences, whether they involve identity, relationships, or personal growth.

I provide online therapy via secure video platforms like Zoom, making therapy accessible and effective from wherever you are. Together, we’ll create a therapeutic space tailored to your needs, helping you uncover insights, process past experiences, and develop practical tools for meaningful change. Our work is adaptable, and I encourage clients to commit to a pace that feels right for them—whether that’s a few weeks of focused sessions or a longer-term exploration.

Before we begin, we’ll schedule a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs and goals and ensure we’re a good fit. From there, we’ll embark on a collaborative journey to help you overcome challenges, strengthen your relationships, and live more authentically.

Sexual identity:

Gay
Other
Queer

Gender identity: Male

Gender history: As assigned at birth

Non-monogamy: No

Intersex: No

Neurodivergent: No

Qualifications - Links to websites:

Qualifications - Additional:

Award	Awarding body	Year of award
Master of Arts - MA, Gestalt Therapy Theory	London Metropolitan University	2009
Practitioner Diploma - Gestalt Psychotherapy for Individuals and Groups	Gestalt Centre London	2011
Level 5 Diploma, Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory	CPCAB, Lambeth College	2011
Diploma (COSRT accredited), Integrative Psychosexual & Relationship Therapy	The Centre for Psychosexual Health, London	2019
Diploma, Integrative Supervision of Individuals and Groups	The Grove Practice, London	2020
Master of Arts - MA, Buddhist Studies	University of South Wales	2024

ADDITIONAL TRAINING:

EMDR (Standard Protocol and Attachment-Focused)

CBT-I (CBT for insomnia)

Internal Family Systems (level 1)

Sensorimotor Psychotherapy (levels 1 and 2)

Gotman Method Couples Therapy (levels 1 and 2)

Family Focused Practice Using Applied Systemic Theory

Mentalization-Based Treatment

Mindfulness Teacher Training

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)

Experience and approach:

I bring nearly 20 years of professional experience across diverse settings, including Nightingale Hospital, where I worked with clients facing complex mental health needs, and the London Fire Brigade, where I supported frontline staff managing high-pressure roles. I’ve also worked in the prison system, helping individuals navigate the intersection of trauma, behaviour, and rehabilitation. These roles have given me a broad perspective and deep empathy for the resilience required to overcome life’s challenges.

My approach is integrative and tailored. I combine Internal Family Systems (IFS), Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, EMDR, and Gestalt Therapy with advanced training in Mindfulness, Somatic Trauma Therapy, and Psychosexual Therapy. This blend allows me to address emotional and physical well-being dimensions, fostering healing and personal growth. Whether you’re processing unresolved trauma, managing ADHD, or working through relational or intimacy issues, I adapt the work to meet your specific goals.

I am particularly experienced in supporting clients exploring gender and sexual diversity, non-traditional relationships, and diverse sexual expressions, offering an inclusive and affirming space. My approach is present-centred, fostering curiosity and awareness of emotions, behaviours, and relational dynamics as they arise. Together, we’ll work to uncover the root causes of your struggles, build resilience, and create meaningful changes that last.

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