Oliver Bowie

Systemic Family Therapy

Understanding difference, strengthening relationships, and fostering connection

Background & Training

I am a UKCP and AFT-registered Systemic Family Psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience in mental health, supporting families adjusting to an autism diagnosis. Trained at the Tavistock Institute, I have worked extensively with neurodivergent children, young people, and their families, helping them navigate the unique challenges that can arise, including communication differences, sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation, and family dynamics. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on building a trusting therapeutic relationship where families feel understood and supported. I often draw on narrative therapy and family script frameworks to help families make sense of their experiences, reframe challenges, and develop strategies that foster connection, confidence, and well-being.

What is family therapy?

Getting started

First steps

Please provide your contact details in the Enquire Now section so that I can arrange a free 30 minute telephone consultation with you.

First Session

The first session is a 90 minute consultation. We aim to explore the perspectives of each family member in terms of what has brought you to family therapy.

Session Reviews

We aim to start building a safe and curious foundation, and will review our therapeutic goal and progress every 6 sessions.

  • “I came away with really useful tools to help with communication and feel closer and stronger as a family”

  • “The ‘permission seeking’ approach of the therapist put my family and I at ease and made for a welcoming, safe space”

  • “The therapist’s warm and supportive manner made it easy for me to feel comfortable and be open in sharing how I feel”

  • “I felt I was understood and what I was saying was valid”