What I Do  

Annemarie is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist
Helping people realise their wholeness. 

Will it suit Me? 

Meeting with a psychologist can feel a bit strange at first. What will people think about me? What do I think about me? 
Don't let your concerns stop you from wanting the best for yourself and your relationships. That may or may not be seeing someone like Annemarie - but it definitely starts with actively changing the way things are right now. 

Change happens to us all: sometimes it is planned, sometimes it startles us when we least expect it. Many people begin a therapeutic process for one reason and find themselves exploring other avenues altogether as they start to unpack how they feel. Others want to deal with a specific trigger or newly-introduced stressor - and some people are interested in managing long-term issues that can feel overwhelming and isolating when we try to deal with them on our own. 

Whatever your reasons are, you've already made a positive start by looking for a solution on this site. 

And I would love to help you find the right way forward.  
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Children and Adolescents

Knowing whether or not your child or teenager needs professional help is a daunting prospect. 
But as a caregiver or parent you may be the only one who notices the early-warning signs of a behavioural and/or psychological change.
Every person we see is different but some areas in which we can help, include: 
Anxiety 
Depression          Low mood

Confidence   Self-esteem

Behavioural Shifts
Family Difficulties

Parents’ Separation and Divorce

Siblings
Identity    Sexuality

Emotional Regulation
Anger Abuse      Bereavement   Friends      Trauma   

Peer Pressure
Substance Misuse
    Medical Diagnoses 
Bullying Self-Harm

    Eating Disorders  
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Adults 

Most adults choose for themselves which psychologist they would like to see. Oftentimes, we base this on the practitioner's qualifications or niche areas of specialisation. As important as these factors are, we find that relational chemistry and mutual "clicking" can speed up and strengthen a therapeutic process. That is why the first appointment is so important. While Annemarie has extensive experience with a vast range of patients, her most common appointments cover some of the following: 
Depression 
Anxiety Panic  
Work-related stress 
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder   
Interpersonal difficulties (including marital) 
Trauma  Abuse   Grief Infertility      PTSD
SELF REGULATION 
Gender Identity  
Bereavement & Loss   
Resilience Building 
Mindful Decision-making     Prioritisation      Medical Diagnoses
Life Transitions 
(separation, career change, unexpected traumas)
Setting Attainable Personal Goals 
 Chronic Pain      Insomnia      Panic Attacks 
Pre and Post-Natal Support
Eating Disorders   Couples Therapy                       Borderline Personality Disorder
Relationship Building   STRESS
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Training & Workshops

As well as individual sessions, the practice also offers coaching and training, group facilitation, group therapeutic sessions, company interventions and a range of bespoke workshops and guided discussions made for your specific needs. Annemarie also has extensive experience in Clinical Supervision. Some of the areas we work with include: 
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE
Trust Building
Integrated Understanding
Personal Resilience 
Conflict Management
Increased Accountability  
Team Connections and Self Care
IMPROVED COMMUNICATION
        Pulse Checks of Your Organisation
       GOAL SETTING  
STRESS Reduction            
Leadership Development  
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Who Am I?

Thank you for spending time on this website and doing your research - I hope it's been helpful. I'd like to share a little bit about myself so you can get to know me better.
 
My name is Annemarie Leuvennink and I was born in South Africa, where I completed my training. I had the privilege of working in a wide range of settings with individuals from vibrant and diverse backgrounds. I love the complexity of the work that I do - and if I had the chance to choose again, I would still choose to be a Psychologist. 
I’m clinically trained, which means I am able to diagnose and treat, therapeutically, clinical disorders. This is also due to my practical training in a psychiatric hospital. 

I work from a Psychodynamic understanding of clients and use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Mindfulness Based Therapy where appropriate. 

One of my key treatment skills is my ability to assess clients and to provide feedback on the most appropriate interventions to suit their specific needs (which may even include a referral to another professional if that’s the best option for them!) 

In 2016, I moved to the UK to settle in the Surrey Hills with my family. I love living in the country, where I can cycle over weekends and enjoy the odd Country Fair - but where London is still accessible. I have a successful digital practice which operates globally, while still being able to see clients in person at my consultation rooms. 

In my spare time I relax by working in the garden (I find the British soil very forgiving!) and enjoy a good barbecue. I’m happiest in or near water and love the sea and mountains. 

I hope to meet you soon.