Martin Rolston

I see clients Online anywhere and face-to-face in Belfast.

I am person - centred and psychodynamic trained and Â鶹ԭ´´ accredited . have also studied using the arts as a therapeutic tool.  

I work with sexuality, gender, kink relationship diversity and self-esteem.

I work with clients who feel held back by lack of self-esteem, self -  trust or who have had experiences in life which have caused them to feel wary or afraid of doing  and growing . 

Brene Brown, a US Therapist went viral on TEDtalks when she said "Shame" is the biggest problem to self worth.

Life today is full of challenges and often we need a guide through some of the most difficult ones.

The first session is where we get to know each other and generally what you would like to achieve through the process of therapy. 

We can also gently start that process of therapy in the first session and create some answers and some more questions to focus on in further sessions.

I will do my utmost to create that safe and trusting environment for our work together.

I have online availability anywhere and a small amount of availability face-to-face in east Belfast for the rest of the year.

I have been working as a therapist for over 20 years and before that in other areas of mental health such as therapeutic communities and group work.

I work with individuals and their relationships with family, partners, friends and work colleagues. Most importantly I work with an individual's relationship with themselves from which growth can occur in all areas of life.

I originally trained in the Person - Centred model of therapy in Queen' University Belfast, then followed a post grad in relationship therapy in the Psychodynamic model in London. Over the last years I have been studying various aspects of Jungian Psychology and using the arts and stories we tell ourselves as a therapeutic tool.

My sessions are my sessions irregardless of first, middle or end and I will endeavour to go at your speed so that you feel comfortable. 

I do offer email communication prior to first sessions or a short telephone call if you are unsure of what I offer.

Most people pay before session by bank transfer but you can pay on the day if you prefer.

I work online during daytime and early evening hours midweek and also have some face-to-face availability in East Belfast. I do not work on public holidays or annual leave (usually autumn).

I have been working with clients with low self esteem and clients with relationship issues for quite sometimes. Relationship issues can be with partner, colleague or family member. The relationship that's most important of course is the one with yourself and does that work for you at this time.

Sometimes people are afraid to make the changes they know they need to make. Changes can be about better boundaries, being clearer about what you need or discovering greater meaning in your life.

Sometimes finding greater meaning can be exploring possible ways of expressing your identity or finding your tribe or communicating more effectively. Life can be complex but having help can create the  path forwards which may ultimately lead to more meaning and enjoyment.

So, if the issue is with someone or with yourself, therapy can help you get to a better place.

I work in a person centred way to validate and empower my clients to make the best possible choices for them that are available to them in their present life.  

I also have studied Psychodynamic, Jungian therapy and relationship attachment styles.

Together we can workout what are the  best ways forward that best suit you as an individual.

In the first session we will agree a schedule that suits you to meet and discover what are the most important issues for you at this stage of your life, what holds you back and what gives you hope for the future.

Looking at all the options and finding what best works with you. How to be your own best friend and not be dragged down, with guilt, shame, anxiety or low self esteem.