COUNSELLING, Psychotherapy AND THE SAFE AND SOUND PROTOCOL IN MILTON KEYNES

Working together to find your path to a balanced life.

Psychotherapeutic Counselling for individuals in Milton Keynes and online

Welcome to Three Oaks Therapy

Rediscover Your Balance at Three Oaks Therapy

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected? These aren't just thoughts; they're often signals from a nervous system stuck in survival mode. At Three Oaks Therapy, I believe true healing begins by understanding and gently guiding your body's a-u-t-o-m-a-t-i-c responses to stress.

My unique polyvagal-informed approach helps you shift from a state of fight-or-flight to one of safety and connection. With a background in both IT and counselling, I understand the unique pressures of modern life that can keep your nervous system on high alert. I specialize in helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, anger, and other emotional challenges by working directly with their nervous system. I also offer dedicated support for men's mental health, providing a safe space to explore your unique experiences.


Read: Understanding the Nervous System in Practice: What Polyvagal Theory Means for Therapists


Using tools like the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), we'll actively work to soothe your nervous system, improve emotional regulation, and unlock your natural capacity for feeling calm and connected. Whether you prefer in-person or online therapy, let's start your journey to a happier, healthier you, built on a foundation of nervous system regulation.


Let's start your journey to a happier, healthier you.


Ready to take the first step? Contact Martin today for a free consultation.

How can counselling help?

Counselling offers a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts and feelings. As a qualified psychotherapeutic counsellor, I provide compassionate and empathetic listening. Together, we can uncover underlying patterns and develop strategies for positive change.

Discover new perspectives, build resilience, and enhance your overall well-being. Let's embark on this journey together.

What is Pluralistic Counselling?

Pluralistic Counselling is a flexible approach that recognizes the unique needs of each individual. Similar to Integrative therapy, it draws on a variety of therapeutic techniques to create a personalized treatment plan. By combining elements from different approaches, we can tailor our work together to address your specific challenges and goals. This collaborative process empowers you to take an active role in your healing journey.  

You are at the heart of our work together, and we will explore different methods to find what resonates best with you.

Understanding Your Nervous System with Polyvagal Theory

Polyvagal theory explains how your nervous system influences your emotions and well-being. Feeling safe and connected is essential for optimal mental health. However, stress can trigger a fight-or-flight or even a shutdown response. By understanding your nervous system's reactions, we can work together to restore balance and resilience.

Through Polyvagal-informed therapy, we focus on calming your nervous system and promoting a sense of safety. Experience reduced anxiety, improved relationships, and increased emotional regulation.

Working with me

My goal is to help you achieve lasting mental health by understanding and overcoming the challenges you face. I am Pluralistically trained and Polyvagal-informed, which means I have a flexible, evidence-based approach tailored to your individual needs, all while upholding the high standards of The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society.

In our safe and confidential sessions, we'll explore your experiences together. I believe in a unified approach where I work alongside you, offering guidance and support without dictating your path. You are the authority on your own experience, and my role is to help you uncover your inner resources and make positive changes.

To support your journey, I draw on a range of techniques to make sense of your emotions and promote nervous system regulation. This includes modalities like Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness. Crucially, I can also integrate the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), a powerful tool designed to reset your nervous system and foster a deeper sense of safety and calm.

CBT

REBT

Psychodynamics

Psychoanalytic

Polyvagal Theory

Mindfulness and more

Issues I can help with

Counselling and hypnotherapy can help with a variety of difficulties that you may be facing, such as:

Depression

Anxiety

Stress

Loss

Bereavement

Abuse

Trauma

Relationships

Men's Mental Health

Confidence

Self esteem

Anger management

Panic attacks

Addiction

Phobias

Pain management

If you don’t see the issue that you are struggling with listed above, please contact me to see if we can work together.

About Me

My journey to becoming a counsellor began in a surprising place: the world of IT management. While I excelled in coaching and mentoring colleagues, I discovered a deep-seated passion for helping people on a more personal level.

Leaving the corporate world behind, I immersed myself in psychology and counselling studies. Qualifying as a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor in 2022 was a pivotal moment. My experience working at Northamptonshire Mind and volunteering, combined with my time as a Learning Support Assistant in a SEN school, provided invaluable insights into the human experience.

Today, with over two years in private practice, I offer a compassionate and holistic approach to therapy. By incorporating the Safe and Sound Protocol and my understanding of Polyvagal theory, I create a safe space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth.

Also read: It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: A Story of my Mental Health Recovery to learn a little about my journey.

I'm here to support you on your journey to healing and resilience..


Qualifications and Credentials

  • Dip CST & Prof.DipPsy.C as a qualified & accredited level 5 professional Psychotherapeutic Counselling.
  • Aim Q level 4 Diploma in Counselling
  • Aim RQF level 5 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
  • Polyvagal-Informed Practitioner
  • Safe & Sound Protocol Training, in person and online
  • Cert.HypCs. Qualified and accredited Hypnotherapist
  • Diploma in Parts therapy Negotiation
  • Remote Facilitation Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling
  • Certificate in Awareness of Men's Mental Health Problems (L2)
  • Certificate in Understanding Autism (L2)
  • Certificate in Children and Young People's Mental Health (L2)
  • Diploma in Counselling Children and Young People (CPD Certificate)
  • Advance DBS registered
  • Safeguarding

Testimonials

"After a resent set of circumstances triggered some past

traumas, I decided to try SSP with Martin.

After only a couple of sessions the Anxiety I’d been feeling

had subsided, I felt that I could deal with the present issues back in an

‘Adult’ state, I no longer felt the need to be in a ‘Fight or Flight’ state.

The SSP experience has certainly help me manage much better

and to feel back in control of my feelings."

"My therapy sessions at Three Oaks were certainly life-changing, if not life-saving. I went from a bad place where I was depressed, confused and scrambled to having clarity and a toolbox of techniques to manage myself in a positive way. Thank you to Martin for teaching me to forgive myself."

'Martin has been instrumental in helping me identify the underlying reasons for my anxieties and the disruptive behaviour I suffered with. Over a series of sessions and with Martins help I was able to see things clearer and in more positive light.

This is just the beginning of my journey. I can now deal with my anxieties in a much better way and in most cases I can identify and deal with them before they become a real issue. I noticed positive changes in my interaction with others and with my girlfriend. Thank you.'

Contact, Location and Fees

Counselling:

Free initial consultation: Let's connect to discuss your needs and how I can support you.

Flexible pricing: Sessions start at £55, but I understand that everyone's circumstances are different. We can work together to find a fee that suits you.


Personalised care: Your therapy journey is unique. We'll work together to create a plan tailored to your needs and goals, with regular reviews to ensure you're getting the most out of your sessions.

Safe and sound protocol:

Initial free introduction – online or face to face - Where you can ask your questions about the SSP tool and process to balance your nervous system via the Vagus nerve.

Interested participants will commit to listening to five, 60-minute sessions or ten, 30-minute sessions, depending on the discretion of the supervising therapist. In some cases the listening times may be shortened depending on the client's sensitivity.

The program can be completed remotely (at home) or face to face in my therapy room. Should you wish to move forward with SSP it will involve a 90 minute consultation where we will agree the delivery plan and full costs. The consultation will be included in the plan.

Location

I work from a private and comfortable practice room at my home, in Broughton Gate, near Milton Keynes, just 5 minutes from the M1. Clients can work with me online, or from the surrounding areas, such as Bedford, Northampton, Silverstone, Buckingham, Luton, Leighton Buzzard, Towcester. There is parking outside my practice and the bus stop is a 5 minute walk away.

More specific location details will be provided when you book your first session with me.

Start your journey to a happier, healthier you – learn how

counselling can support you in overcoming challenges and reaching your goals by sending me a message.

We can then book a consultation this enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.

You can also call me on 07368 155 826 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first.

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