Instant Image Therapy (IIT) is a technique unique to the Therapy Retreats range of programmes. It has been developed over the past 40 years through the clinical practice of David Keighley, Director / Therapist of Therapy Retreats. It's fundamental premise is the fact that two-thirds of the brains activity is through 'vision' in the visual cortex. Our reality is what we see and what we think about what we see.
Our therapies
Our therapies and approaches to dealing with the concerns of our clients are a unique combination of the most effective and validated treatments available. They range from aspects of ancient spiritual wisdom of the past (long before the new 'science' of psychology was established 150 years ago) to those utilising the most recent research from neurology and the biological sciences. Cultural and social research also make significant contributions to our approach. Therapy Retreats offers programmes devised from the clinical experience of nearly four decades. You can have complete confidence in choosing one of our retreats to help you resolve your concerns. "All that a man achieves and all that he fails to achieve is the direct result of his own thoughts." James Allen 1864 "You can't stop negative thoughts from popping into your head, but you can choose to stop letting them control you and your life." You are what you think! Therapy Retreats shows you how to overcome your past for the benefit of your future.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) combines two different approaches for a practical and solution-focused therapy. The therapy is very active by nature, so you may be expected to take a proactive role within your treatment. This may include completing tasks at home.
Cognitive & Clinical Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy is a form of psychotherapy. Techniques are used to create a subconscious change in a person where new forms of response, thoughts, attitudes, feelings and behaviours replace old, unwanted and destructive patterns.
Integrative Behavioural Couple Therapy
This form of couple therapy first ‘integrates’ the twin goals of acceptance and change as positive outcomes for couples in therapy. Couples who succeed in therapy make changes to accommodate the needs of the other but they also show greater emotional acceptance of the other.
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) is a system of psychotherapy developed by Professor Paul Gilbert that integrates techniques from cognitive behavioural therapy with concepts from evolutionary psychology, social psychology, developmental psychology, Buddhist psychology, and neuroscience.
Tailored Retreats
Our specialised retreats are available for individuals and couples who are seeking a private, individually guided retreat with the therapist. Each retreat is specifically designed to meet the exact requirements and needs of the client. A wide range of issues are addressed at these retreats and a specific programme is devised to meet each client's needs. A number of our high-profile and celebrity clients have valued and appreciated the content and confidentiality of these retreats. An initial discussion allows the client to be reassured that their individual concerns will be addressed with sensitivity, confidentiality and a high degree of professionalism.