Bernie Hammond, BA Hons, Adv. Dip Psychodrama, PG Dip CBT
Penny Lane Counselling & Psychotherapy
Individual and group Psychodrama Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy or Interpersonal Psychotherapy. Unfortunately the open Psychodrama group is not currently running but Bernie is hoping to reopen the group for new members in March 2024.
Psychodrama Psychotherapy is a powerful group and individual method which helps to unlock unhelpful patterns and allow you to work out new ways of being and relating. We work together to make the group a safe container to explore issues, build resilience and practise doing things differently. It can also be fun.
Individual therapy can help to deal with many issues including self esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, adjustment, relationship issues. Bernie will work with you to decide which modality will be the best fit for you.
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Education/Training
Bernie read Drama at Bristol University, she qualified as a Psychodrama Psychotherapist and registered with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) in 2010. She is a graduate of the Northern School of Psychodrama and a member of the British Psychodrama Association (BPA). After a break from practising Psychodrama she is now engaged in a return to practise with the BPA and UKCP. She trained at Chester University as a High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural therapist and is working in Primary Care in Liverpool.
Bio
After working in a variety of different fields since doing her Drama degree, Bernie has worked in mental health services since 2003 in both Secondary and Primary care, most recently as a High Intensity Therapist delivering Cognitive Behavioural therapy and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. She has extensive experience as a Carer of family members with mental health challenges, which is what led her to train as a Psychodrama Psychotherapist. She was also a founder member and leader of Ecco Playback Theatre, Liverpool.
Memberships
British Psychodrama Association
United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy
British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Therapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy UK (trainee member)
License:UKCP registered
Helpful Links
 Learn more about Psychodrama from the British Psychodrama Association:
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The Northern School of Psychodrama - open workshops and training information:
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Therapy
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Life Transitions
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Anger Management
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Loneliness
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Anxiety and Panic
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Marriage Counselling
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Body Image Issues
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Caregiver Issues
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Online / Teletherapy
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Chronic Illness
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Couples
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Relationship Issues
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Depression
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Divorce
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Eating Disorders
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Stress Management
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Grief and Loss
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Trauma and PTSD
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Group Therapy
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Work and Career Issues
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Licenses/Certifications
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United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
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