GAIL SIMON
UKCP & AFT reg. Systemic Psychotherapist, AFT & Relate reg. Supervisor, Prof.Doc Systemic Practice
Working for The Pink Practice
Working for The Pink Practice is a lovely part of my week. I meet people from across different life and work and cultural experiences. People have sometimes asked me if I get depressed by hearing so many people’s problems. But that’s not at all the case. In between the problems people have, it is not difficult to see how amazing people are, how well they cope with what life is or has been throwing at them. The people I meet are inspiring and I enjoy talking with them. These days I mainly offer supervision to some of the therapists at The Pink Practice and act as a consultant and trainer to other organisations.
Some core values and beliefs
I believe different people and different problems require fluidity in approaches to both therapy and supervision. When I first meet with people, I try to gauge whether they are wanting more of a reflective conversation or suggestions of alternative things to try. Either way, the work has a collaborative feel to it so supervisees or people coming to therapy feel they are influencing the way we are working together.
Work I do at The Pink Practice
I do three things at The Pink Practice.
Writing and Research Groups for Reflective Practitioners
These groups can take place in London or in Yorkshire. They are open to anyone working in the field of reflective practice with people: psychotherapists, counsellors, nurses, social workers, mental health practitioners, teachers, researchers, for example. Contact me if you want more information about this.
Study and Qualifications
Professional Membership
I am a registered Systemic Psychotherapist with
Email The Pink Practice
020 7060 4000
Working for The Pink Practice
Working for The Pink Practice is a lovely part of my week. I meet people from across different life and work and cultural experiences. People have sometimes asked me if I get depressed by hearing so many people’s problems. But that’s not at all the case. In between the problems people have, it is not difficult to see how amazing people are, how well they cope with what life is or has been throwing at them. The people I meet are inspiring and I enjoy talking with them. These days I mainly offer supervision to some of the therapists at The Pink Practice and act as a consultant and trainer to other organisations.
Some core values and beliefs
I believe different people and different problems require fluidity in approaches to both therapy and supervision. When I first meet with people, I try to gauge whether they are wanting more of a reflective conversation or suggestions of alternative things to try. Either way, the work has a collaborative feel to it so supervisees or people coming to therapy feel they are influencing the way we are working together.
Work I do at The Pink Practice
I do three things at The Pink Practice.
- Assessments and discussions with people what they may be wanting from therapy and matching them with the right therapist or counsellor.
- Supervision to therapists in person, on skype and in groups.
- Training and consultation to organisations.
Writing and Research Groups for Reflective Practitioners
These groups can take place in London or in Yorkshire. They are open to anyone working in the field of reflective practice with people: psychotherapists, counsellors, nurses, social workers, mental health practitioners, teachers, researchers, for example. Contact me if you want more information about this.
Study and Qualifications
- Professional Doctorate in Systemic Practice. University of Bedfordshire, 2011.
- MA Systemic Practice. University of Northumbria, 2000.
- Post-Graduate Diploma in Systemic Therapy with Individuals, Couples and Families. Kensington Consultation Centre, London, 1993.
- Diploma Art & Design. Sir John Cass School of Art, London. 1993.
Professional Membership
I am a registered Systemic Psychotherapist with
- Registered Systemic Psychotherapist with The United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
- Registered Systemic Psychotherapist with The Association for Family and Systemic Therapy
- Registered Supervisor with Association for Family and Systemic Therapy
- Registered Supervisor on the Relate Register of Supervisors
Email The Pink Practice
020 7060 4000