About Cressida Rose
A relational and integrative approach
I’m Cressida Rose, MSc, MBACP, an integrative psychotherapist working with individuals and couples in Bath, Bristol and online across the UK.
My background is in psychology and behavioural science, and I have experience working across the NHS, charitable organisations and private practice.
I take a relational approach to therapy. This means being curious not only about what is happening inside you, but also about how your experiences and relationships may have shaped the way you see yourself, respond to your emotions and connect with other people.
When I talk about relationships, I mean this in the broadest sense. It can include relationships with partners, family and friends, but also the relationship you have with yourself — how you speak to yourself internally, understand your needs, respond to difficult feelings and experience closeness, difference and vulnerability.
You may be coming to therapy with something specific that feels painful or urgent. Alternatively, you may have a quieter sense that something in your life, relationships or experience of yourself does not feel as you would like it to.
Whatever brings you, I aim to offer a space where you can feel met with care, curiosity and without judgement.
Working with me
As an integrative psychotherapist, I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches depending on your needs.
Our work may involve exploring what is happening in your life now, understanding how earlier experiences and relationships continue to influence you, or noticing emotional and bodily responses that can sometimes be difficult to put into words.
For some people, practical tools and reflective exercises can be helpful. For others, the work may be more exploratory or experiential. We can find a way of working that feels meaningful and manageable for you.
I work collaboratively, with space for both immediate support and deeper therapeutic work. Therapy does not have to follow one fixed route, and I will not expect you to fit into a particular model or way of working.
In our work together, you can expect:
a warm, thoughtful and non-judgemental relationship
space to slow things down and understand your experience more fully
curiosity about emotional and relationship patterns rather than criticism or blame
support in recognising your feelings, needs and boundaries
a balance of reflection, practical tools and experiential work where helpful
therapy shaped around you rather than a one-size-fits-all approach
Alongside my MSc in psychology and integrative psychotherapy training, I have completed additional training in couple and relationship therapy at The Grove Practice.
I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and am professionally insured through Holistic Insurance Services.