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I work no later than 8pm on Monday to Wednesday, and Saturday up to 12pm.

Hello,

I'm Samia. I love what I do. Working with children, young people and adults to help them gain a better understanding of themselves is both a privilege and a challenge. Whatever your reasons for therapy, you will find a genuine, respectful and compassionate presence aimed at drawing on your inner resourcefulness when working with me.

I am interested in addressing issues such as self-esteem, family break-ups, grief, depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, perfectionism, parental pressures and/ or cultural and societal expectations, academic pressures, not feeling good-enough, generational trauma, and parent-child relationships, including those involving adult children. 

Why You Might Be Here

Exploring emotional histories and life experiences, gaining greater self-awareness, and navigating challenging times are some reasons you might seek therapy. For children and adolescents, having their emotional states validated and experiencing an empathetic, attentive listener can be deeply healing.

What is Counselling?

Counselling is two people, in the same room, focused on one person. A counsellor's full presence and therapeutic techniques enables the person sharing to experience being held and contained. This is a reparative experience, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.

How I Work

Counselling and psychotherapy are not one-size-fits-all approaches. As an integrative therapist, I draw on diverse psychotherapeutic techniques and theories to tailor counselling to each client’s unique needs, offering a confidential and flexible therapy service. I use psychodynamic and attachment theories to explore the unconscious and understand how past experiences influence the present. I prioritise a trusting therapist-client relationship, utilising a person-centered approach that embodies empathy and non-judgement, allowing you to feel seen and heard. I consider the systems surrounding a client and ensure all my work employs cultural sensitivity, and faith-awareness.

With extensive experience in primary education both nationally and internationally, and as an SEN specialist in social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties (SEBD), I transitioned into the world of counselling and undertook a Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¾«×¼×ÊÁÏ accredited Postgraduate Diploma training from the University of East London and Place2Be. As an MÏã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¾«×¼×ÊÁÏ Registered Member, I adhere to their ethical framework. I am fully insured and hold an Enhanced DBS check.

Private Practice: In my private practice, I provide tailored high-quality confidential counselling to clients of various ages (children, adolescents, sixth form students and adults), experiencing a wide range of emotional problems. I also provide support and advice to parents and carers.

Free Consultation 

I offer a free initial 20 minute telephone consultation to briefly explore your reasons for counselling, for you to ask any questions and arrange an assessment.

Initial Consultation and Assessment

An assessment consultation is made prior to any counselling work - this is an opportunity to gain a background history and form an understanding of presenting difficulties. In the assessment we explore your reasons for seeking therapy, any questions you may have as well as to ensure that if you decide to go ahead with therapy, you or your family member feel comfortable to work with me. If I am not the best fit for you, I will recommend someone else. 

This meeting up to 50 minutes either in-person or online via zoom, and is not a therapeutic session. I charge a standard fee of £70.