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When we go through tough times, it is easy to let our problems define who we are. You might start telling yourself stories like "I'm just an anxious person" or "I always fail at relationships." Over time, these negative narratives become the heavy lens through which you view your entire life, making you lose sight of your natural strengths, resilience, and history of overcoming obstacles.

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You are the author of your life, but a single difficult chapter shouldn't define the whole book.

At OpenRoots Psychology, Dr. Kiran Shetra specializes in Narrative Therapy approaches, including the beautiful and transformative Tree of Life framework. Based in London, Dr. Kiran provides friendly, accessible care through virtual therapy appointments, helping clients across London and its surrounding areas gently separate themselves from their problems and rediscover their hidden strengths.

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What are Narrative Approaches?

Narrative Therapy is a creative and collaborative form of therapy that views problems as separate from people. Instead of believing that you are the problem, this therapy helps you look at the problem as an outside visitor that has disrupted your life.

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By taking a step back, you can safely explore how this issue took hold, while simultaneously uncovering "alternative stories" moments of courage, joy, and hope that the problem tried to make you forget.

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Exploring The Tree of Life

One of the most popular and gentle tools we use at OpenRoots Psychology is called the Tree of Life. It is a strengths-based narrative approach that uses the visual metaphor of a tree to help you map out your life safely, without forcing you to re-traumatise yourself by focusing solely on past pain.

Together, we look at different parts of your unique tree:

• The Roots: Where you come from, your history, your ancestry, and the foundational elements that ground you.

• The Ground: Where you live your life now, your daily routines, and the spaces where you feel safest.

• The Trunk: Your core skills, values, talents, and the things you care about most.

• The Branches: Your hopes, dreams, and wishes for the direction of your life.

• The Leaves: The important people in your life, both past and present, who support and care for you.

• The Fruits: The gifts, kindnesses, and positive experiences you have received from others.

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Once your tree is drawn, we gently explore the "storms" that have blown through your life. Because your tree has strong roots and a solid trunk, you can look at these storms with a newfound sense of safety, resilience, and personal power.

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How Narrative Therapy Can Help You

If you are searching for an experienced psychologist in London, Narrative approaches offer a deeply empowering space for individuals navigating:

• Identity Transitions: Rediscovering who you are after a major life change, such as divorce, career shifts, or moving.

• Low Self-Esteem & Shame: Breaking free from critical, dominant stories that tell you you're not good enough.

• Anxiety & Depression: Learning to view these conditions as external forces you can manage, rather than core personality traits.

• Overwhelming Life Stress: Regaining your footing by connecting to your history of resilience and community support.

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Flexible Virtual Therapy Across London & Beyond

Finding the right time to nurture your mental health can be tough in a busy city. To make professional psychological care simple and stress-free, Dr. Kiran Shetra offers online Narrative Therapy sessions across London and the surrounding home counties.

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Therapy that fits your life: Virtual appointments mean you don't have to navigate busy London transit lines or take hours out of your day for a commute. You can map out your Tree of Life from the ultimate comfort of your own home or private office space.

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Our secure, online video platform ensures a highly collaborative experience where we can talk, share visual tools, and build your alternative story together seamlessly.

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Ready to Uncover Your True Story?

Your life is rich, multifaceted, and filled with beautifully deep roots. The struggles you face are just one part of a much larger, more inspiring story.

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If you are looking for an online narrative therapist in London or would like to learn how The Tree of Life approach can help you reclaim your narrative, get in touch today. Contact Dr. Kiran Shetra at OpenRoots Psychology to book your initial virtual consultation.