Treatment Strategy - Sex and Relationship Specialist In Surbiton

"Is that normal?" "Can I change?" We don't always know what we need to make the transition to where we want to be. I have, perhaps like you, transitioned homes, countries, cultures, careers, relationships, thoughts and behaviours to find a more fulfilling place in life. Transitions can be supported with an experienced therapist to help you find your way to a positive and healthy intimate relationships with yourself and others.

CECILY CRIMINALE
Treatment Strategy

Compassionate and Confidential Care

Your well-being and privacy are my priorities. You can expect compassionate, confidential, and non-judgmental care throughout our work together.

Understanding Your Background and Needs

We start by exploring your unique background, experiences, and relationship style in a safe and confidential environment.

Collaborative Goal Setting

Together, we identify your specific goals for therapy, aiming to enhance your relationship with yourself and others.

Personalised Therapeutic Process

I design a tailored therapeutic process based on your experiences and needs to ensure the most effective support and growth.

Ongoing Support and Intervention

I am here to support you through your current challenges and guide you in adopting new, more fulfilling ways of being.

Specialisation in Sexual Therapy

With a focus on sexual therapy, I offer expertise in addressing sexually compulsive behaviours and related concerns.

Therapeutic Modalities

I utilise techniques like Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to facilitate healing and growth.

Addressing Sexual Health and Relationships

Whether it's overcoming challenges in sexual health or improving intimate relationships, I provide specialised support tailored to your needs.

Transparent and Collaborative Approach

I believe in open communication and collaboration, ensuring you feel empowered and engaged in your therapeutic journey.

Therapeutic Specialisations

Compulsive Sexual Behaviours / Sex Addiction
Love Addiction, Romance Addiction
Sexual Fantasies
Psychosexual Issues (sexual function, identity, and sexual preferences)
Impact of Trauma on Intimacy
Relationships

Education & Qualifications

New York University, MA
Rutgers University, MS
Bank Street College of Education, MEd
Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology, Diploma
Registered Member MBACP (Accred)
Accredited Member of COSRT
EMDR Europe Accredited Practitioner
ATSAC (Qualified Member)
Level 2 IFS Trained Therapist

Therapy Sessions

Individual counselling sessions: 50 minutes
Relationship/couples counselling sessions: 75 minutes
EMDR sessions: 75 minutes

Publications

Criminale, C. (contributing author). All About Sex: A family resource on sex and sexuality. 1996. R.F. Moglia and J. Knowles (eds.) New York, NY: Crown Publishing.

Criminale, C. The Naming of a Phenomenon. 2020. Recovery Plus Journal, January 2020, pp. 24-25.

Criminale, C., Moore, A., and Shortridge, J. 1996. Sexuality resources from around the world. A SIECUS annotated bibliography of organizations and available materials. SIECUS Report. 24(3).

Patierno, C., Criminale, C., Harris, E., Mayer, R., and Rodriguez, M. 1996. Relearning touch: Healing techniques for couples. SIECUS report. 24(4):24.

Criminale, C. Effects of sleep deprivation in fMRI: A preliminary study. 1998. (Master's thesis - Rutgers University.)

Komisaruk, B. R., Mosier, K. R., Criminale, C. C., Liu, W-C., Zaborszky, L., Whipple, B., Nissanov, J., and Kalnin, A. J. 1998. Functional mapping of human lower brainstem cranial nerve nuclei using fMRI. NeuroImage. 7(4):S571. (Abstract for presentation)

Komisaruk, B. R., Mosier, K. M. Liu, W-C., Criminale, C. C., Zaborszky, L., Whipple, B., Nissanov, J., and Kalnin, A. 2002. Functional mapping of brainstem and cervical spinal cord nuclei in humans with fMRI. American Journal of Radiology. 23:609-617.

Criminale, C. Menelly, D. J., Rothberg, S. A., and Komisaruk, B. R. 2000. Designing an eye: An intuitive modeling approach to learning neuroscience. Society for Neuroscience Abstracts. 30(1): 21.51. (Abstract for presentation)

Reach out to me today

28 Claremont Road

Surbiton, Surrey

KT6 4RF

England, UK

cecily@cecilycriminale.com