When facing a major life change, like a breakup, a move, a new job or the loss of a loved one, it is normal to feel a little off balance. But if you find yourself still feeling down after a couple of months and unable to find ways to cope you may have developed an adjustment disorder. Sometimes called “situational depression” an individual with an adjustment disorder often has many of the symptoms common to depression, such as worry, crying, sadness, feeling hopeless and overwhelmed, anxiety, fatigue, or insomnia.
Adjustment disorders are very common and can affect anyone at any age. Unlike depression, an adjustment disorder is generally temporary and typically goes away once the individual is able to find ways to manage the situation. Consequently, treatment from a mental health professional for adjustment disorders is usually only needed for a short period of time.
Therapists specialising in Adjustment Disorder
Amanda Copeland
About
I am a qualified mental health clinician since 1995 and a cognitive analytic therapist and psychotherapist (since 2010) and work as a Psychotherapist in the NHS. I have a wide range of experience in NHS Mental Health Services and I am experienced with both adults and children, adolescents, couple...
Background
NHS Mental Health Services for 25+ years in nursing or therapist roles. I have worked in children & adolescent mental health, eating disorders, severe and enduring mental health, HIV and primary care.
Therapy Type
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)Emotionally FocusedHumanisticIntegrativeNarrative
Lorri Craig
About
I work with adults and children of all ages, helping them deal with almost all the issues that we humans face in our lifetimes. I value the power of a warm and accepting therapeutic relationship, sprinkled with a little humour. Although I use a variety of approaches, I am most interested in clearing...
Background
I'm an Australian trained, British Registered Psychologist. I have been practicing psychology in a clinical setting for 35 years. in government organisations, including universities, colleges, the NHS, and private practices.
Therapy Type
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Behavioural TherapyEclecticEnergy PsychologyGestalt TherapyHolisticIntegrativeMindfulnessSolution Focused Brief TherapyTransactional Analysis (TA)
Dr Clarissa Bartlett
About
My name is Dr Clarissa Bartlett, and I am a HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist (Reg No. PYL31856) based in Brighton and Hove. Over the past 10 years, I have experience of working in primary and secondary mental health care, as well as inpatient services within the NHS. Currently, I work for Su...
Background
On a more personal note, I was born in Burma (Myanmar) and moved to the U.K. when I was a young child. Growing up in two cultures has given me an appreciation of people from different backgrounds and identities, understand the challenges this can pose and helps me bring a grounded and practical appr...
Therapy Type
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive and Behavioural TherapiesIntegrativeMindfulnessPsychodynamic Therapy
Gavin Beard
Therapy Type
Addiction TherapyCognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)EMDRExistentialExistential TherapyFamily TherapyGestalt TherapyIntegrativeMindfulnessPsychodynamic TherapyTransactional Analysis (TA)
Lukas Dressler
About
I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and a Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I believe that childhood and adolescence should be characterised by carefreeness and happiness. High quality therapy and living a good life goes beyond overcoming challeng...
Background
I am a psychology graduate and prior to training as a psychotherapist I worked as a Healthcare Assistant and Assistant Psychologist within the NHS in both Adult and Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services.
Therapy Type
Behavioural TherapyCognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Cognitive Therapy (CT)IntegrativeMindfulnessMotivational Interviewing
Peter Hutt
About
I am a Person Centred Counsellor. This means that our therapy sessions aren't about me or my opinions. They are about you. I want to help you understand yourself more and help you recognise repetitive behaviour or cycles in your life that prevent you from moving forward. Working with me in counselli...
Background
I am a full time professional counsellor in private practice. As well as my qualifications and training, I have personal experience of mental health and addiction issues. This helps me to genuinely understand the recovery process. My work has included training and working for Breakeven gambling ...