Therapy
Dr. Surridge’s training is eclectic, meaning she has been trained in a wide range of therapeutic models, approaches, and techniques. This allows her to work flexibly, drawing from different therapies and combining methods in a way that best suits each individual client’s needs.
Rather than adhering to one specific therapeutic model, Dr. Surridge tailors her approach by integrating ideas and techniques from various schools of therapy. This allows for a highly personalised treatment plan, ensuring the therapy is relevant, effective, and adaptable.
Therapeutic Approaches Dr. Surridge Uses:
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Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT): A structured, time-limited therapy that focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours.
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Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT): A form of cognitive therapy aimed at identifying and working with thoughts and emotions.
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Mindfulness: Techniques that focus on increasing awareness and acceptance of the present moment.
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Psychodynamic Concepts: Exploring unconscious thoughts and past experiences to understand current behaviours and emotions.
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Narrative Ideas: Helping clients reframe their personal stories in a way that empowers them and encourages change.
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Systemic Ideas: Focusing on the relationships and interactions within a system (e.g., family or workplace) to address issues.
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Person-Centred Techniques: An approach that emphasises empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard to help clients develop self-awareness and self-acceptance.
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Pre-Therapy Work: Focusing on building rapport and trust before engaging in deeper therapeutic work, particularly for clients who may struggle with engaging in therapy, or those who require a more concrete approach.
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Techniques: Incorporating skills to manage emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and distress tolerance.
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The Solihull Approach: A therapeutic model focusing on understanding child development, building emotional resilience, and strengthening relationships.
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The Meriden Family Project Behavioural Family Therapy: A structured approach that helps families understand and manage challenging communications and behaviours.
By drawing on these diverse approaches, Dr. Surridge can craft a treatment plan that not only meets the immediate needs of her clients but also fosters long-term emotional growth and resilience, empowerment and independence.