Alexandra Pilkingtion
1:1 Psychotherapy
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I have experienced spiritual emergence phenomena since early childhood. In the absence of a containing myth or support network that acknowledged and supported the process, I understand how profoundly challenging and isolating these experiences can be. However, with support these experiences can be transformative, guiding us to embody our authentic self and remember who we were before the world told us who to be, find meaning and purpose, and step into our full potential.
In my practice as a psychotherapist, I provide support to clients experiencing spiritual emergence and emergency. These experiences may be triggered by trauma, plant medicines, spiritual practices, or spontaneous psychic openings. My work is informed by my personal experience of intuitive intelligence and expanded states of consciousness, alongside a consequent lifelong quest to understand the transcendent function, exploring the fields of psychology, philosophy, anthropology, mythology, spirituality and religion, science and the Arts to this end.
We all have a unique way of being-in-the-world informed by our individual experience. I work according to the biopsychosocial model, acknowledging the interplay between biological, psychological and social factors and how they influence an individual’s wellbeing. Using the body’s innate capacity for healing, I employ somatic methods with my clients to both support nervous system regulation and enhance awareness of the unconscious defensive and protective reactions and patterns of response that may hinder the emergence of the authentic self.
As I discern my clients’ unique perspectives and ways of being-in-the-world, I aim to respond in kind and meet them where they are. I utilize various therapeutic approaches and techniques as feels appropriate, working collaboratively and creatively with my clients to bring unconscious thoughts, feelings and behaviours into conscious awareness, ultimately aiming to find wholeness and peace.
Language Spoken:
EnglishAcademic Qualifications
- Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling – Wantage Counselling & Training Centre, UK
- Diploma in Relationship Counselling – Wantage Counselling and Training Centre, UK
- Introduction to Counselling Young People (11-18 years) Certificate, Riverside Counselling Service, UK
- Professional Certificate in Psychedelics, Altered States & Transpersonal Psychology – Alef Trust, London
Professional Memberships:
- British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy – BACP Registered Member: 387665
Other Relevant Training
I am committed to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in line with the BACP membership requirements. My areas of focus include somatic therapy, breathwork and nervous system regulation, trauma-focused therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Jungian psychology.
Offering 1-1 support
1:1 psychotherapy face-to-face and online
Offering support groups
I am not currently offering support groups
Fee
I offer a sliding scale of fees depending on your circumstances
Support group plan...
I am not currently offering support groups
“Please contact me via my email if you'd like to connect for a complimentary 15-20-minute phone consultation, to see if we're the right fit!”