Iwona Drozdz therapy
IWONA DROZDZ. MA UKCP (Accrd.) BACP (Reg.) MCCP (Accrd.) GPsyC (Reg.)
Iwona Drozdz therapy
Therapy is a powerful tool for addressing the effects of trauma and helping individuals to heal. The approach to trauma therapy is rooted in creating a safe and supportive environment where healing can unfold at a comfortable pace.​ ​Being heard and being witnessed are very important elements in this healing process and deepen the primary relationship – the one with ourselves.
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As a trauma therapist, I draw upon a combination of ideas and techniques. ​My therapeutic work is grounded in Contemporary Psychotherapy. This integrative solution-focused model combines and utilises the main models of psychotherapy, from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to Humanistic and Existential theories, as well as Ericksonian hypnosis.​
In my practice, I offer various therapeutic methods, such as Body Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, and Somatic EMDR, to facilitate reconnection with the body and self. I also incorporate DBR (Deep Brain Reorienting), the Polyvagal Theory, and Mindfulness into my practice. I am committed to delivering such interventions in a compassionate, collaborative and complementary way.​​​
IFS is a model that views the mind as composed of distinct “parts,” each with its own emotions and perspectives, as well as a core Self that can lead to healing. By helping individuals understand and harmonise these internal parts, IFS fosters self-compassion, emotional balance, and personal growth.
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Integrating traditional Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) with body-focused techniques to help individuals release trauma stored in both the mind and body. Tuning into physical sensations while processing distressing memories promotes deeper healing and emotional regulation.
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​​A Body-Based Approach is a therapeutic method that emphasises using the body as a gateway to understanding and healing emotional and psychological experiences. Tuning into physical sensations, posture, and movement helps release trauma, reduce stress, and restore balance between mind and body.
How I can help you
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My work is grounded in trauma-informed psychotherapy and informed by neuroscience. I understand trauma not simply as something that happened, but as something that continues to be held in the body, the nervous system, and our relationships.
Whether trauma stems from a single event or prolonged experiences such as childhood abuse, neglect, or coercive relationships, the mind and body develop remarkable ways of surviving. Although these adaptations are essential at the time, they can continue long after the danger has passed, affecting how we feel, relate to others, and experience ourselves.
Therapy focuses on helping your nervous system find greater safety and stability while reducing the risk of re-traumatisation. By working with your body's natural capacity to heal, we create the conditions for lasting change through safety, connection, and self-compassion rather than pressure or overwhelm.
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I provide specialist psychotherapy for adults experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Complex PTSD (CPTSD), Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), and Other Specified Dissociative Disorder (OSDD/DDNOS). My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and respectful of every part of your experience. I see dissociation and protective parts not as something that is "wrong" with you, but as intelligent adaptations that developed to help you survive.
Together, we work to build safety, increase emotional regulation, and develop greater understanding and cooperation between different parts of your inner world. Therapy moves at a pace that feels manageable, allowing trust to develop naturally. Rather than forcing change, our work is about helping you feel more connected to yourself, more present in your life, and freer to make choices that reflect who you are today.
Online appointments
Online counselling has now become a common practice preferred by both clients and therapists.
Research consistently shows that online therapy treatment can be as effective as face-to-face treatment and many clients are now meeting their therapist online in preference.
I offer online sessions via Zoom for residents of the UK and Europe. After booking the first session, you will receive an email confirmation containing access details for joining the session and an online therapy agreement.
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£90 per 50-minute session, including the initial session.
Cancellations: Once we agree on a date and time for our meeting, I will collect the payment in advance of the session to complete the booking process.
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Should you not be able to attend the session, please let me know as soon as possible so that we can reschedule it. I am available to reschedule sessions if I receive more than 48 hours of notice, and it is only possible to reschedule sessions once.
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Sessions cancelled with less than 48-hour notice are non-refundable.
Availability: Appointments are available six days each week, and sessions start on the hour. No appointments are available on Sundays or on public holidays.
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My Qualifications & Training
I am an Accredited Member of UKCP (the UK Council for Psychotherapy), a Registered Practitioner of the General Psychotherapy Council, a Registered Member of BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), an Accredited and Registered Community for Contemporary Psychotherapy Member, and a Member of the Complex Trauma Institute. I abide by their code of ethics.​​
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I have worked with the NHS Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service, the bereavement service and the charity One in Four, which specialises in supporting survivors of sexual violence and abuse, particularly those who experienced childhood sexual abuse and trauma. I also serve as a trauma specialist for the Community Trauma Support Service, where I support victims and witnesses of serious incidents.
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Advanced Diploma from BeeLeaf Institute in Contemporary Psychotherapy
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Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level 2 (CCTP/CCTP-II), working with Complex Trauma (C-PTSD), recognised by ITTI (International Trauma Training Institute)
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Trauma-Informed Stabilisation Treatment (TIST) Level 3 Certified Therapist (view profile here)
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Internal Family Systems, Trauma Treatment Program
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IFS trained Level 1, IFS Institute
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IFS trained Level 2, IFS Institute: Shame, Anxiety and Depression (view profile here)
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IFS trained Level 2, IFS Institute: Intensive Training Program, Addictions and Eating Disorders (view profile here)
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Somatic IFS Level 3 therapist (view profile here)
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Somatic EMDR Practitioner
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Brainspotting Phase 1 & Phase 2 & Phase 3 & Phase 4 practitioner (view profile here)
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Certified Somatic Therapy Practitioner (CSTFP)
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NLP practitioner
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Narcissistic Abuse Specialist™ ​​
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Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC)
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Certificate for the Rewind Technique
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Parts Work Trauma Specialist Certificate Program
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Safety & Stabilisation Course (Complex trauma work in trauma recovery, Stage1&2)
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Certified Complex Trauma Specialist Training on CPTSD, PTSD and Dissociation
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Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapies Practitioner
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​Somatic Developmental Trauma Therapy Practitioner
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Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), Level 1: Healing of the shock at the core of traumatic experiences
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Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) Level 2: Healing of attachment shock and attachment wounding and their impacts on the seeking of connection
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​Somatic Trauma Therapy Training - Babette Rothschild (ongoing)
