Mary Cooper

I offer: - 

A unique blend of EMDR, and IFS for adults and adolescents.

RLT Relational Coaching

I provide online therapy sessions using Microsoft Teams. 

I aim to respond to all enquiries within one day. 

My work combines both evidence based EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprogramming) and IFS (Internal Family Systems). Together these two methods work gently and effectively with almost all common difficulties that clients bring. 

Should you want to know more before booking a session, I would suggest we have a short, free call, so that you can share briefly your main reasons for seeking help at this time. If together we feel my approach is a good match and you would like to go ahead and book some sessions.

We would typically agree 6-8 sessions. At session 6 we would have a review to consider where we are in the process at that time. This review is for us to pause and ask 'Is there evidence this is working for you? If so, can we comfortably complete our work and achieve your desired outcomes within the typical 8 weeks or do we need to schedule a few more sessions, to more satisfactorily to achieve your goals?'  

When trauma is more complex, which means was your trauma rooted in childhood experience, during your dependent and developmental years and/or repeated, ongoing trauma as an adult? If so, we can expect to need additional sessions. It is good to know the length of time can vary. 

My methodology is always collaborative and my goal is to support you in reconnecting with your own internal guidance system. This work strengthens your connection to your trusty inner compass and grows your confidence in your ability to love and care for Self. 

Please see my listing as an RLT relational Coach for issues that are specifically around relationship difficulties. 

I have over 15 years experience delivering a variety of therapeutic approaches within a range of settings.

I have worked within hospices, charities, schools, colleges', social care and the NHS,  IAPT services, helping families and children. 

EMDR treatment: -  This can be a standalone approach or used in conjunction with other therapies. EMDR psychotherapy can help people to recover from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of adverse life experiences/trauma. 

I am a, registered member of the (MBACP) British Association for  Counselling & Psychotherapy, and a registered EMDR Practitioner with the EMDR Association UK.

I am also a Certified Relational Coach and registered member with Relational Life Institute https://relationallife.com/

I suggest our initial appointment is for gathering information that will support the beginnings of a treatment plan. This process helps you to know if my approach is a good fit for you. 

We do not begin to process any traumatic memories until you feel ready and safe to do so. This typically takes up to two or three sessions and if necessary four sessions.

Here are some feedback comments I have received from clients: -

“Firstly, Mary was fantastic. We clicked immediately and I knew I could trust her with my story. We identified that there were 3 areas that we should be looking at...This was super tough, however after a few sessions, I felt free of all my traumas. It was like a domino effect. I didn’t expect this and it was so liberating.' ( KG From Kent).

“Mary has been incredibly helpful and enabled me to address some fundamental issues that perhaps lay behind the reason for my breakdown. She has guided me through the process of EMDR expertly. I always felt that we were moving at my pace. Her patience and understanding was so appreciated and has enabled me to try and overcome my issues and process what happened.” (CM from Leeds)

“Mary is a fantastic person, who has helped me to unpack my trauma and help me in my day to day life, dealing with traumatic events and also my interpersonal relationships. She has only ever shown me kindness, understanding and empathy. She has changed my life, she has helped me so much.” (AW from Shropshire)

"This has been incredible. Mary made me feel so safe. I would recommend EMDR the shifts have been amazing." (EW from Jersey)

I look forward to hearing from you.