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Vivian Schmidt-Hebbel


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Vivian Schmidt-Hebbel

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My Approach

I believe in tailor-made practise for each client where no one fit is for all, and integrate several approaches such as:
Systemic Psychotherapy; Narrative Therapy; Solution Focused and Strength-Based practise; Strategic therapy (Goal based); Somatic Therapy via BCST; Humanistic and Gestalt techniques

About Me

I am a family, couples, and adult psychotherapist with a background in Clinical Psychology from Chile, and I am a UKCP and AFT-registered Family Therapist based in London, UK.

Currently, I am working in private practice, with over 10 years of experience. I have considerable experience working at public mental health sectors such as the NHS, specifically in Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).

I have a strong interest in research. I believe in the feedback loop between research and clinical work, and strongly believe that evidence-based practice is essential to delivering effective and impactful therapy. My commitment to enhancing bonds and interpersonal connections is not only a professional mission but also a personal passion.

I have lead Family Therapy Clinic working with the Brief Solution Focused Model, where our team developed innovative triage processes to better align care pathways with the specific needs of families. By focusing on systemic and brief, solution-focused interventions, we effectively promoted positive shifts in family dynamics and goal attainment, significantly reducing waiting times and enhancing the overall well-being of the community.

I am currently a final year student of Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST) at CTET (cranio.co.uk). BCST is a somatic therapy that entails a gentle, noninvasive hands on treatment that supports healing and trauma processing. The therapists touch and presence are key components in creating a sense of safety and capacity to heal from within. The human body is interconnected, both structurally and functionally. This means that one area of your body can affect another, such as the mind, and eventually lead to feeling and functioning better.

Looking ahead, I aspire to offer both Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy and Psychotherapy as complementary modalities. Integrating these approaches will enable me to support the dynamic relationship between mind, body, and soul, fostering wellbeing through a holistic and integrative framework.

I work with

  • Couples
  • Families
  • Individuals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

I hold a Diploma and an MSc in Family and Couples Therapy, as well as a Diploma in Human and Couples Sexuality. I have extensive experience working with couples from diverse backgrounds, supporting them through challenges such as relationship conflict, communication difficulties, parenting concerns, and sexual issues. I aim to provide a safe and supportive space where partners can explore their experiences and move towards a better resolution to their issues.
Having immigrated to the UK myself, I have experienced first-hand the challenges of adapting to a new culture and the feeling of being "lost in translation." This personal experience has deepened my appreciation of the complexities that can arise when navigating different cultural identities, values, and expectations. > > In addition, I have over four years of experience working in one of London's most culturally diverse boroughs, where I have collaborated with cultural advocates to support therapeutic processes and ensure that clients' cultural contexts are understood and respected. I am passionate about supporting individuals, couples, and families in navigating cultural differences and bridging gaps that may arise through immigration, intercultural relationships, differing family traditions, or experiences of belonging and identity. My aim is to provide a culturally sensitive and inclusive space where clients can explore these challenges and draw on their strengths to contribute to mutual understanding, connection, and wellbeing.
I hold a Diploma and an MSc in Family and Couples Therapy and have over 10 years of experience working with families in a variety of therapeutic settings. I have supported diverse families with children of different ages and developmental stages, helping them navigate challenges such as communication difficulties, relationship dynamics, parenting concerns, life transitions, and emotional and behavioural difficulties. I believe that every family has unique strengths and resources. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, creating a safe space where family members can explore difficulties together, strengthen relationships, and develop new ways of understanding and supporting one another.
I offer individual therapy for adults and have a particular interest in supporting people who have experienced trauma. I believe that healing begins with feeling safe, heard, and understood. A person-centred, tailored approach, alongside evidence-based therapeutic techniques, can help create the conditions for healing at a pace that feels right for each individual. My ongoing training in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy is enriching my understanding of the mind-body connection, and I hope to increasingly integrate these complementary approaches to support holistic healing.

Types of Therapies Offered

  • Family and Systemic Psychotherapist
  • Family Therapist
  • Systemic Family and Couple Psychotherapist
  • Systemic Psychotherapist

Types of sessions

  • Online Therapy

Office

Hackney

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Office

London, UK

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UKCP College

  • College of Family Couple and Systemic Psychotherapy (CFCSP)

Working with Children

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