Natalie Banton
Registered Member MÌÇÐĹÙÍø
Contact information
Therapist - Hitchin
Features
- Flexible hours available
About me and my therapy practice
Hello, I’m Natalie, a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist offering a thoughtful, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, relationships, and experiences.
I believe therapy is a process, a journey taken alongside another person. I aim to offer a space grounded in empathy, curiosity, honesty, and respect for your individuality and autonomy.
As a Black therapist, I understand that our emotional wellbeing can be impacted by our identity, race, culture, gender, sexuality, class or disability. I work from an intersectional perspective, with cultural awareness and strive to create a space where all parts of you are welcomed.
Practice description
My approach is psychodynamic, which means we may explore how past experiences, relationships, and patterns influence your present.
I understand that starting therapy can feel vulnerable, particularly when discussing personal experiences. I work collaboratively, allowing space for reflection at a pace that’s manageable for you. I believe meaningful therapeutic work develops through feeling heard, understood, and accepted without judgment.
I am committed to providing an inclusive therapeutic space where your lived experiences are respected. My practice is grounded in equality, anti-oppressive values, and I welcome people from diverse backgrounds, identities, and communities.
My first session
I start with an assessment session, this is 90 minutes, to find out more about you and your life experiences. It’s an opportunity for us to think together about what has brought you to therapy and what you may hope for from the process. After this session I will contact you and let you know the next steps.
What I can help with
Anxiety, Cultural issues, Disability, Health related issues, Identity issues, LGBTQ+ counselling, Menopause, Neurodiversity, Relationships, Self esteem, Sexual identity, Stress, Women's issues, Work related issues
Types of therapy
Psychodynamic
Clients I work with
Adults, EAP, Older adults, Organisations
How I deliver therapy
Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy