Adam Penkul Psychotherapy
I have these areas of special interest:
Relationships
I help people who are experiencing relationship challenges, working to bring clarity and resolution. Relationships are the most important part of being a human, we need other people around us and we need to feel loved and supported. When relationships go wrong, it can feel devastating. Sometimes we get caught up in relationships where we are harmed, at first, we can't see this happening and our self-esteem takes a huge knock. I will help you take steps to recover from this.
I also help clients who are dating and who have a genuine desire to find a partner, to find healthier ways to communicate, and to give themselves the best possible chance of finding love.
Existing relationships may get caught in uncomfortable patterns and I can support you to process these dynamics and to courageously take responsibility for making changes.
Sometimes our own history causes difficulties in relationships, fortunately, this is an area that you can do something about, I will help you.
Anxiety
Anyone who has experience of severe anxiety will tell you that is is a horrible, overwhelming and often invisible experience that impacts day to day life in far reaching ways. Anxiety comes in many different forms, it often has its roots in our past. I'll help you to understand and manage the anxiety that's getting in the way of you living your life to the full.
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
I have an interest and expertise in working with people and families affected by body dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), this was the subject of my master’s thesis. I'm one of a few lived experience therapists working with this disorder.
BDD is an extremely difficult issue to treat, the sooner therapy starts the better. Because of my personal experience, I hope that my clients who have BDD will find that I have insight into the dynamics and behaviours associated with BDD. If this is you, please be assured that you'll be treated with compassion and an appreciation of the huge challenge this presents. I am proof that recovery is possible.
You can find out more about the ways in which I support people who have appearance concerns or BDD, including The Body Dysmorphia Insight and Recovery Programme by visiting my BDD dedicated website BDD Insight Clinic: here: https://www.bddclinic.org/
Coaching and psychotherapy for people who are seeking the best possible support for ibogaine treatment.
I believe that pre-treatment preparation and post treatment integration is essential to make the most of this experience.
I can’t make promises for specific results, but I offer my best efforts and what I believe to be the highest standards of therapeutic care, brought with integrity and compassion. No one takes the decision to have Iboga treatment lightly. Those of us who do so, have significant reasons for going through this potentially challenging process. My aim is to effectively and compassionately support the individual's recovery journey so that they can lead their life to the full.
My work is founded in personal experience of psychological illness and recovery which was assisted with the targeted use of Iboga.
As a trauma informed therapist I help people who suffer with a range of issues including: PTSD and trauma, substance and process addiction, relational challenges, psycho-spiritual development, spiritual emergency and spiritual emergence, times of life transition, grief and the challenges of illness and mortality.
Within my Iboga-Insight website which you can visit here: https://www.iboga-insight.com/ you can find out much more about the way I work and all kinds of information relating to Ibogaine treatment.
There are a lot of resources for anyone considering iboga treatment within the Q&A and Articles, Information and Resources pages.
Institutional Harm and Abuse
I support people who have experienced institutional or organisational abuse or harm. Such difficulties are often accompanied by challenges such as shame, anger and isolation and are met with denial, deflection and coverups by the perpetrators. Whistleblowers too are often ostracised and unsupported, this is a tragic circumstance for anyone. It can take a long time to pick yourself up and start over. Whether you experienced harm in the workplace or in another organisation, or group, you are not alone, I'm here to support you.
Other Issues
I work with young men who are experiencing difficulties transitioning into healthy adulthood. Their issues often include self-esteem, anger and how to find life meaning and purpose. Other areas of interest include grief, addiction, and spiritual emergence.
How I Work
Sessions are generally weekly, however if you need more intensive therapy, I can offer up to three sessions a week and longer sessions where appropriate. If you have BDD and now isn't the right time for therapy, contact me and I'll let you know more about my online and live BDD course.