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The Human Givens approach is based on the idea that mental distress occurs when our essential needs are not met.

Our needs are the ‘givens’ of human nature and encompass both our obvious physical needs – such as food, water, warmth and shelter and our emotional needs which include many different elements such as the need for security, for privacy, for connection with others and the need of a sense of purpose and meaning in our lives.

We are born with innate human resources which help us to meet our needs. These resources include the ability to connect with others, to plan, and to reflect and observe our own situation as well as the capacity to imagine and to empathise.

When our needs are not met, or are not in balance, we find ourselves unable to access our resources. Consequently, our mental and physical health is adversely affected, leading to issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, phobias or panic attacks.

Human Givens psychotherapists work with clients to help to identify and understand why needs are not met. We work together towards finding clarity and identifying clear goals.  We work with clients to develop practical coping skills.

Our aim is to always to support and empower people to become more confident, resilient and fulfilled enabling them to move forward positively in their lives.

 

If you feel stuck, need help in overcoming an obstacle, finding your way through a difficult situation. If you have unwelcome feelings, if you can’t see your way forward.

Take your first step – fill in the contact form 

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Find out more on the Human Givens website