Get to know us - Anna Orlowska
At our practice in Oxford Circus (W1W), all of our therapists are qualified psychologists, psychotherapists or counsellors. They are registered with several professional bodies, including the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the British Psychological Society (BPS), as well as, BACP, UKCP and BABCP. They use CBT (Cognitive behavioral therapy), psychodynamic, humanistic and integrative approaches, tailored around your needs to help you deal with your challenges and reach your goals.
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I am an HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist and an experienced psychotherapist. My academic journey includes earning a PhD in Psychology, with a focus on emotional expressions. I hold a master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, as well as a postgraduate diploma in Clinical Psychology for Children and Adolescents. Furthermore, I completed an intensive 4-year postgraduate program in Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy at CTPB Poland, in collaboration with the Oxford Cognitive Therapy Center.
My additional training encompasses a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including:
- Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Compassion-Focused Therapy
- Schema Therapy
- EMDR (part 1 & 2 approved EMDR therapy training)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
- Psychodrama and Art Therapy
Having worked with individuals from various backgrounds, I understand the nuanced challenges that may arise in different cultural contexts. My prior experience in international corporations and advertising agencies has provided me with valuable insights into the complexities of diverse work environments.
I offer both long-term and short-term psychotherapy services in English and Polish.
Central to my therapeutic and personal values is understanding my clients’ perspectives, goals, values, and beliefs. My aim is to create a safe and accepting environment.
Drawing from a diverse array of therapeutic models and techniques, I provide a tailored approach to meet the individual needs of each person, and adapt a similar perspective when working with couples.
I remain dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in psychotherapy and clinical psychology through ongoing training, research, and participation in scientific conferences.”
I work with clients who are dealing with the following difficulties:
- Depression and mood issues
- Anxiety
- Panic Disorder
- Social Anxiety
- OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) – In-person only
- Health Anxiety
- Specific Phobias
- GAD (Generalised Anxiety Disorder)
- Personality Disorders
- Eating Difficulties
- Physical Health Problems
- Chronic Pain
- PTSD/Trauma
- Relationship Difficulties
- Couple Work
- ADHD (Adult)
- Work Stress
- Burnout Syndrome
- Low Confidence/Esteem
- Bereavement
- Post-natal depression
- Assertiveness Issues
- Bipolar
- Depersonalisation/Derealisation
Insurances I work with: AXA, Aviva, Cigna, Simply Health, WPA and others.
Publications:
Orlowska, A. B., Krumhuber, E. G., Rychlowska, M., & Szarota, P. (2018). Dynamics matter: Recognition of reward, affiliative, and dominance smiles from dynamic versus static displays. Frontiers in Psychology, 9, 938.
Namba, S., Rychlowska, M., Orlowska, A., Aviezer, H., & Krumhuber, E. G. (2020). Social context and culture influence judgments of non-Duchenne smiles. Journal of Cultural Cognitive Science, 4(3), 309-321.
Orlowska, A. B., Rychlowska, M., & Krumhuber, E. G. (2020). The Interplay Between Mimicry and Social Context in Facial Expression Perception. In Handbook on Facial Expression of Emotion-Vol. 3 (pp. 121-153). Leya.
Krumhuber, E. G., Hyniewska, S., & Orlowska, A. (2023). Contextual effects on smile perception and recognition memory. Current Psychology, 42(8), 6077-6085.
Orlowska, A., Rychlowska, M., Szarota, P., & Krumhuber, E. G. (2023). Facial mimicry and social context affect smile interpretation. Journal of Nonverbal Behavior, 47(4), 471-488.
