Marla Stromberg, M.Sc. BABCP Accredited, UKCP Reg

Background

I am a Canadian cognitive-behavioural therapist with an MSc in Psychology. I have lived in London for over 17 years and am a UK resident.

Qualifications

I obtained my CBT qualification from the Middlesex Hospital in 1994. I attended University College London's Academic Department of Psychiatry.

The UCL course was the first CBT course to be set up in the UK. It ran from 1970-2002.

I am accredited by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and am registered with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapies.

My Services

Individual CBT
Supervision to qualified therapists and therapists in training
Clinical placement for CBT therapists on training courses
Training Days for GP's

How CBT Canary Wharf Got Started

My vision for a CBT practice based in Canary Wharf started in 2000 when I first moved to East London. I wanted to provide a CBT Service to those people living and working in the Canary Wharf area. At the time, I lived within walking distance to Cabot Square and Canada Place and was spending four hours travelling to and from work each day. Like a lot of people in London, I was coming home knackered. I fantasised about working nearer to home, and offering my skills to the employees and residents in the Canary Wharf area. Seven years later, and CBT Canary Wharf is the result of patience, self-belief, hard work, and determination.

My Approach

When I work with clients/patients, I am very aware that I may be the first person they are opening up to about their problems. With that, I appreciate how difficult that may be. My aim is to listen, without judging, and to help my clients feel “understood”. I try to see their problems from their perspective; to see the world from their viewpoint. I also work towards establishing a “trusting” relationship; without trust, it is difficult to open up about painful issues.

Code of Ethics and Professional Practice

As an accredited member of the BABCP, I adhere to the Ethical Guidelines set out by the BABCP, and refer you to the following links for more information.

Professional Development

As part of the requirements for maintaining my accreditation with the BABCP, I attend conferences and workshops regularly in order to maintain my skill base. I also attend regular clinical supervision as part of my own professional development.

CBT Canary Wharf

Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Service in London