Xaverine M A Bates Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (UKCP, BPC, FPC)

Xaverine M A Bates Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (UKCP, BPC, FPC)

I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist and qualified with the British Psychotherapy Foundation (bpf) in 2024. I am particularly interested in the challenges of living with neurodivergence, specifically autism and ADHD, in a society geared towards structures and ways of being suited to the neuromajority, and the mental health issues that can arise as a result, such as depression, anxiety, complex trauma, OCD, addiction etc.​ I take a neuroaffirmative approach, helping you navigate issues that may be holding you back from leading a full and creative life.

I use my previous experience as an artist and educator to inform my practice as a psychotherapist, often working with symbol and metaphor to help you understand deep-seated issues that could be holding you back. 

Eligibility

Age
From age 18
Aimed at
Adult
Adult sibling
Anyone with an Association to Autism
Parent or carer of under 18
Parent/carer of a child
Parent/carer of a young person
Parent/carer of an adult
Parents or carers, families, adults
Partner
Professional
School
Students

Registrations & Approaches

Specialisms
Autism
Autism and Neurodivergent
Has autism-specific elements
Has autism-specific elements
Regulatory or professional certifications
Professional membership
UKCP
Professional membership
BPC
Professional qualification
British Psychotherapy Foundation (bpf)