Gemma Hinks Psychotherapist

Integrating CBT

At Hinks Headspace, I believe in the transformative power of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to bring about positive change. I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate their thoughts and emotions effectively, leading to a more fulfilling and balanced life. Through personalised sessions and evidence-based techniques, I help you feel empowered to overcome challenges, improve mental well-being, and achieve your goals.

CBT Techniques

Working together with CBT, integrating practical, evidence-based techniques to help you understand and shift unhelpful thought and behaviour patterns. This often involves:

Cognitive Restructuring: Learning to identify and reframe negative or unhelpful thoughts.

Behavioural Skills: Developing and practising new, more adaptive behaviours.

Problem-Solving: Equipping you with systematic ways to address challenges.

Mindfulness: Cultivating present-moment awareness for greater emotional balance.

You'll gain a valuable toolkit of strategies to apply in your everyday life, fostering enduring positive change.

Qualifications

My name is Gemma Hinks (MNCPS Acc) (CYPT), a dedicated and compassionate therapist with a robust FdSc degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy completed at Warwickshire College University Centre, where I gained extensive knowledge in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Exposure Therapy and working with children and young people. Finally continuing to complete my final year of BSc (Hons) in Counselling and Forensic Psychology with The Open University, which includes psychodynamic and pluralistic therapy and attachment theory.

Ethical Considerations

Providing strict confidentiality, client safety, professional boundaries with ongoing competence and unwavering integrity to guide all practice

Confidentiality

Your privacy is paramount. All discussions within the sessions are held in strict confidence, with clear boundaries discussed at the beginning to ensure a safe and private space for exploration

Respect and Autonomy

Respecting your unique journey, experiences, and choices. The approach is collaborative, empowering you to lead your own process of discovery and change at your own pace.

Beneficence and Non-Maleficence

Committed to acting in your best interest (beneficence) and taking every measure to avoid harm (non-maleficence). Interventions are always designed to support your well-being and growth.

Values and Principles

Integrity

Central to my practice is integrity, acting with honesty, transparency, and consistency, fostering a relationship built on trust and reliability. I commit to maintaining boundaries, being transparent about my qualifications and limitations, and ensuring my actions align with my professional responsibilities and the best interests of clients.

Inclusivity and Affirmation

Valuing and celebrating diversity, offering an affirming and non-judgemental space for individuals from all backgrounds, and celebrating the unique identities and experiences each client brings. Proudly offering understanding and tailored support for the LGBTQ+ community, ensuring a truly affirming space for clients, to feel understood and respected.

Our Values in practise

Beyond formal ethics, Hinks Headspace is driven by values and empathy, compassion, and the genuine belief in each individual's capacity for resilience and positive change. Striving to create a warm, supportive and understanding atmosphere where you feel truly heard and empowered to achieve your therapeutic goals.

Valuing every identity

Hinks Headspace is founded on the principles of inclusivity and affirmation. Dedicated to creating a safe and non-judgemental therapeutic environment for everyone. Additionally, specialising in working with neurodiverse individuals, valuing those with autism, ADHD and dyslexia, and adapting methods to honour their distinct ways of perceiving and interacting with the world.

My Therapeutic Approach & Background

Education

FdSc degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working towards my 2nd BSc degree in Counselling and Forensic Psychology.

I hold a FdSc degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Also working towards my 2nd degree, a BSc in Counselling and Forensic Psychology, adding psychodynamic and pluralistic along with attachment theory. This academic background equips me with the knowledge and skills to provide effective therapy tailored to each client's unique needs. Ensuring the sessions are conducted with the highest standards of expertise and professionalism.

Values

Values, Principles and ethical considerations

I adhere strictly to the comprehensive ethical frameworks and codes of conduct set forth by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). This commitment ensures that our services are delivered with the utmost professionalism, integrity and accountability. These guidelines cover crucial areas such as confidentiality, professional boundaries, competence and safeguarding.

Experience

Since 2024

I have gained valuable experience supporting both children and young adults within a secondary school environment and adults through NHS Talking Therapies. This diverse exposure has allowed me to hone my therapeutic skills across different age groups and presenting issues, providing tailored, compassionate care to clients navigating a wide range of challenges such as anxiety management, depression treatment, stress reduction, self-esteem building, anger management, PTSD, relationship difficulties, identity exploration, suicidal ideation, self-harm, addiction and neurodevelopmental support within varied settings.

Specialisation

Neurodivergent

I hold an FdSc degree in counselling and psychotherapy, along with significant knowledge and direct experience supporting neurodiverse individuals. Having worked closely with those with autism, ADHD and dyslexia, my academic, practical and personal background ensures I am equipped to provide effective therapy uniquely tailored to each client's specific needs and abilities.

Approach

Client-Centered Therapy

I am a certified Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) practitioner. I also integrate core principles of person-centred therapy into my work.

My academic journey continues as I complete my 2nd degree, a BSc in Counselling and Forensic Psychology, through which I have gained further valuable knowledge in psychodynamic and pluralistic therapies, alongside a deeper exploration of attachment theory, ensuring a well-rounded and informed therapeutic perspective.

Ensuring that our therapy sessions are conducted with the highest standards of expertise and professionalism and adherence to the professional ethical framework of BACP and NCPS.

Memberships

Professional Associations

I am an accredited member of both BACP and NCPS.

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