Counselling in Botley

Welcome. I provide talking therapy to help adults, teenagers and young people, age 11 +. Life can be challenging and I work with clients facing the demands of a range of issues including stress and anxiety, pressure of work and demands, mid-life crisis, bereavement, traumatic loss and change. Student life can be stressful and I am experienced in working with overwhelming emotions, relationships and the stress of exams and expectations, so that you can find strategies for a positive way forward.

I am a Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) with over 10 years of experience in the NHS. I specialise in working with children, young people, and their families. I currently work as a Principal Clinical Psychologist in a CAMHS service in London. I am skilled in providing comprehensive assessments and evidence-based psychological interventions to children, young people and families experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. I am also experienced in offering parenting interventions supporting parents to navigate the challenges of parenting.

You may be going through a particularly difficult time; you may be feeling lost in your life; or you may just feel the need to talk and be heard. Whatever your specific circumstances, I feel that being offered a safe and non-judgemental space to just be who you are can be helpful and healing for most people, and that is what I can offer.

I can help you become the person you want to be. Move forward from a trauma or loss. Rediscover the joy in your relationships. Accept the Negatives - Rediscover the Positives. Understand and change your unhelpful patterns. Perhaps you are going through a difficult time in your life and are not sure where to turn? maybe things seem impossible or unbearable? or has someone has suggested that you "need to talk to ? Whatever your situation, I can offer you Time and Space in a Safe Environment, where I hope you will feel secure enough to begin to unload your burden.

Sometimes in life we encounter difficult times and may struggle to make sense of things. Maybe you're experiencing increased levels of stress, anxiety, a sense of being lost, or a persistent low mood that goes beyond what you consider 'normal.' Perhaps you're seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, wanting insight into why you feel and act the way you do, or wish to rediscover a sense of vitality in your life. At times like this, talking to the right person can make a world of difference. I offer a confidential, compassionate and safe space in which to explore whatever issues you want to and help you reconnect with yourself.

Whether you are looking for support through challenging times or trying to make sense of your life, talking to a professional counsellor can be really valuable when things feel overwhelming and uncertain, we all need help at times. Feelings we can’t manage or make sense of can impact on our whole sense of well-being and prevent us from living our lives fully. Counselling can help manage current situations and look at new ways of coping. It can also give us insight, understanding and perspective on past experiences.

Hi, I am an integrative counsellor with a warm and friendly approach. This helps build a trusting relationship allowing a safe space to share your feelings. I use a range of listening skills picking up on feeling words and listening intuitively in an empathic, non judgemental way allowing me to hear you from an emotional perspective which you may rarely get in your day to day life. This can help to unpack emotions that may be unsettling and effecting your wellbeing.

If you are reading this there is a chance that you (or someone you know) may be experiencing some emotional difficulties. In my personal experience, counselling and psychotherapy can help with a wide range of problems related to life and living. Many of us don't know why we feel unhappy, lacking in confidence or generally anxious. Some experience anxiety in relation to situations where other people seem to cope without a problem. Sitting down with a trained therapist can help alleviate distress as well as uncover the self-defeating patterns we may have stumbled into as a consequence of life's events.

Do you feel alone and misunderstood? Do you feel there is no one you can talk to who will keep your confidence and understand how you are feeling? If you make the decision to come and see me, I will offer you a safe, confidential and supportive environment where you can speak freely and where you will be listened to without judgement. An environment where you can be yourself and where you don't have to pretend that everything is OK. Making the decision to come for a counselling session is the first positive step in improving your mental health.

A very warm welcome to you, my name is Sarika and I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP). I offer talking therapy, art and creative therapy to children, young people and adults. I also offer consultations to parents and carers, these are sessions to support, guide and give practical advice on how you can support your child’s mental health, wellbeing and any other challenges related to parenting. For further information or to book an appointment, feel free to get in touch by phone, text message or via email.

Contacting a counsellor can be a daunting experience. They need to be qualified, accredited and ethical, but also someone you feel comfortable enough to open up to. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation so you can see if I am the right person for you before we meet. I have nearly fifteen years experience working with people of all ages and with all range of issues, from phobias and fears to deep seated anxieties, depression and self-defeating behaviours. There is always a reason for the ways we behave and the way we feel, but it often seems impossible for us to understand ourselves on a deep level.

I will offer you a safe warm and compassionate space so that we can build a trusting and therapeutic relationship. I am committed to working with you at your pace and at the level of depth you require to find a way through the struggles you may be faced with. I understand how daunting it can be to reach out for help, so I assure you that I will do my best to make this as comfortable as it can be for you. I am deeply committed to providing you with a genuine counselling service tailored to meet your needs. I offer in person and virtual sessions.

I have worked with clients suffering in many different areas, anxiety, depression, burn-out, anger, grief, loss, trauma, stress, relationship troubles, drug abuse and more. I also have a great understanding of workplace stress and career issues. ​ My aim is to work with you in a sensitive, non-judgemental and respectful way, supporting you in your time of trouble, so that you can move into a greater sense of well-being.

We are in particularly difficult and challenging times for many people. Many people are currently experiencing heightened anxiety, stress, low mood, low self esteem and experiencing relationship difficulties. If you feel negatively impacted by recent times, please reach out and book a free consultation call. Tailored face-to-face or online therapy offers access to professional help, and support you during this time.

Welcome, I'm Reka. You may be going through difficulties in life right now and would like to get some clarity and relief, and would like to feel heard and listened to. As a therapist, I can help you learn how to reflect on yourself with empathy and without judgement in order to reach greater awareness which gives you freedom, authenticity and can lead to healing. With my relational, experiential and holistic approach I can support you through difficult experiences, such as: burnout, anxiety, career change, loss, grief, depression, trauma, medically unexplained symptoms, and more, check out my website to find out more.