About
Alanah Garrard
My practice is informed by the traditions of existential philosophy in which change, uncertainty, suffering and anxiety can be a part of our everyday lives. I offer a safe space in which clients can address these issues with understanding and compassion. We will work collaboratively by reflecting on experiences both past and present in order to gain insight and offer different perspectives.
Experience and Qualifications
Experience
I am an experienced psychotherapist working in a variety of areas involving addiction, trauma, anxiety and depression, bereavement, adolescent and young adults.
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I have worked in a number of different fields including residential rehab, mental health day centres and programmes for both adults and young people, bereavement services, private practice and secondary schooling.
Qualifications
Advanced Diploma in Existential Psychotherapy
Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy
Supervision Diploma; Gestalt Centre
Postgraduate Diploma in Drama and Movement Therapy
Member of UKCP
Publications
Garrard, A. (2025) ‘Working with Memory: The Making and Breaking of Personal Myths’ in Memory: Shaping Connections in the Arts Therapies. Eds Cao, M., Hougham, R., and Scoble, S. Routledge.
Garrard, A. (2021) 'Image of the mind's eye' in Dramatherapy: The Nature of Interruption. Eds Hougham, R. and Jones, B. Routledge.
Garrard, A. (2017) 'The Gaze' in Dramatherapy: Reflections and Praxis. Eds Hougham, R. and Jones, B. Red Globe Press.