Female Counsellors in Letchworth Garden City
Hi, I’m Rukia. I offer compassionate support to people navigating anxiety, depression, grief, workplace stress, or life’s challenges.
I believe therapy should be accessible to everyone and seen as a valuable tool to help make life and relationships more manageable and fulfilling. My approach is grounded, compassionate, and informed by contemporary insights into well-being and mental health. You’ll find a space where you can speak openly and feel genuinely heard, supported by acceptance, warmth, and even shared moments of humour.
Together, we’ll work to make sense of what’s going on for you.
Hi, I’m Rukia. I offer compassionate support to people navigating anxiety, depression, grief, workplace stress, or life’s challenges.
I believe therapy should be accessible to everyone and seen as a valuable tool to help make life and relationships more manageable and fulfilling. My approach is grounded, compassionate, and informed by contemporary insights into well-being and mental health. You’ll find a space where you can speak openly and feel genuinely heard, supported by acceptance, warmth, and even shared moments of humour.
Together, we’ll work to make sense of what’s going on for you.
I understand how difficult life can be sometimes and that it is not always obvious what is wrong. We can experience challenging events or relationships and not know how to navigate them. Or we can just feel lost or left wondering who we really are and what we want from life.
I understand how difficult life can be sometimes and that it is not always obvious what is wrong. We can experience challenging events or relationships and not know how to navigate them. Or we can just feel lost or left wondering who we really are and what we want from life.
As far as anyone can see, you’re holding it all together, but deep down, you’re struggling to manage the emotional aftermath of losing someone or something important in your life—a relationship, a job, or a loved one. You feel worried about the future and a deep sadness that life seems to carry on as if nothing has changed. The loneliness, exhaustion, and pain of dealing with these feelings alone are overwhelming. You wish to open up about how you’re truly feeling without fear of burdening others or causing concern for those close to you. You need a safe space to process, heal, and find the strength to adjust to your new reality.
As far as anyone can see, you’re holding it all together, but deep down, you’re struggling to manage the emotional aftermath of losing someone or something important in your life—a relationship, a job, or a loved one. You feel worried about the future and a deep sadness that life seems to carry on as if nothing has changed. The loneliness, exhaustion, and pain of dealing with these feelings alone are overwhelming. You wish to open up about how you’re truly feeling without fear of burdening others or causing concern for those close to you. You need a safe space to process, heal, and find the strength to adjust to your new reality.
Are you feeling low, depressed, overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, stressed, lost? Maybe you are struggling with difficulties at work or university or your identity or sexuality? Or perhaps you’ve experienced a trauma, loss or bereavement or have problems in your relationship or family that are affecting your daily life? Whatever the reason you are reading this, talking through your thoughts, feelings, fears and experiences with a trained professional can help you start to make sense of them.
I am also a qualified clinical supervisor.
Are you feeling low, depressed, overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, stressed, lost? Maybe you are struggling with difficulties at work or university or your identity or sexuality? Or perhaps you’ve experienced a trauma, loss or bereavement or have problems in your relationship or family that are affecting your daily life? Whatever the reason you are reading this, talking through your thoughts, feelings, fears and experiences with a trained professional can help you start to make sense of them.
I am also a qualified clinical supervisor.
Whether you are:
Feeling confused, overwhelmed or alone, Suffering from anxiety and depression,
Having low self-esteem and harsh inner critic, Exploring a possibility of having ADHD or being recently diagnosed,
Feel like you are being "too much",
Suffering from an imposter syndrome and procrastination,
Not reaching your potential
Finding yourself stuck in unhelpful patterns or self-sabotage,
Struggling at your workplace,
Facing relationship difficulties or family issues -
Sessions with me can provide you with a safe, private space to explore your experiences and an opportunity to break free from any unhelpful patterns.
Whether you are:
Feeling confused, overwhelmed or alone, Suffering from anxiety and depression,
Having low self-esteem and harsh inner critic, Exploring a possibility of having ADHD or being recently diagnosed,
Feel like you are being "too much",
Suffering from an imposter syndrome and procrastination,
Not reaching your potential
Finding yourself stuck in unhelpful patterns or self-sabotage,
Struggling at your workplace,
Facing relationship difficulties or family issues -
Sessions with me can provide you with a safe, private space to explore your experiences and an opportunity to break free from any unhelpful patterns.
At some point in our life, many of us feel overwhelmed by life's challenges. These can either be events in our life or our inner struggles. At such times it can feel difficult to see solutions or recognise our choices, or feel confident to overcome our fears. Whatever changes you wish to make I can offer you an individually tailored approach, which will help you to identify your own unique goals and learn how to move forward to the future you wish for yourself.
At some point in our life, many of us feel overwhelmed by life's challenges. These can either be events in our life or our inner struggles. At such times it can feel difficult to see solutions or recognise our choices, or feel confident to overcome our fears. Whatever changes you wish to make I can offer you an individually tailored approach, which will help you to identify your own unique goals and learn how to move forward to the future you wish for yourself.
If you feel you've got unanswered or unresolved questions, I offer a dedicated time and a safe, confidential and nonjudgmental space to explore your past, present and future. Getting back in touch with ourselves instead of feeling lost is fundamental to having satisfaction with life. Giving to ourselves means we can enjoy being alive as well as fulfilling our responsibilities and having pleasurable and rewarding relationships. If you have any questions, please feel free to make contact.
If you feel you've got unanswered or unresolved questions, I offer a dedicated time and a safe, confidential and nonjudgmental space to explore your past, present and future. Getting back in touch with ourselves instead of feeling lost is fundamental to having satisfaction with life. Giving to ourselves means we can enjoy being alive as well as fulfilling our responsibilities and having pleasurable and rewarding relationships. If you have any questions, please feel free to make contact.
Welcome to my profile. You may be here because you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from what matters most. You might struggle with self-criticism, burnout, anxiety, or challenges in your daily roles and relationships. Often highly capable, you’re exhausted from meeting unrelenting inner standards. You’re seeking a supportive, compassionate space to explore unhelpful thoughts, feelings, and behaviours (aka our tricky brain), and build courage to take compassionate, meaningful action.
Welcome to my profile. You may be here because you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from what matters most. You might struggle with self-criticism, burnout, anxiety, or challenges in your daily roles and relationships. Often highly capable, you’re exhausted from meeting unrelenting inner standards. You’re seeking a supportive, compassionate space to explore unhelpful thoughts, feelings, and behaviours (aka our tricky brain), and build courage to take compassionate, meaningful action.
Wading through life challenges and the pressures they bring can feel exhausting. You might be worrying about a big event or coming to terms with a loss, feeling anxious in certain situations or feeling low but are not sure why. The relationships around you may feel complicated and upsetting and it’s difficult to imagine where to go next.
Talking with someone who really hears you can be the initial step you need to start exploring the obstacles that you face and support you through a journey towards positive change.
Wading through life challenges and the pressures they bring can feel exhausting. You might be worrying about a big event or coming to terms with a loss, feeling anxious in certain situations or feeling low but are not sure why. The relationships around you may feel complicated and upsetting and it’s difficult to imagine where to go next.
Talking with someone who really hears you can be the initial step you need to start exploring the obstacles that you face and support you through a journey towards positive change.
I’m an integrative counsellor offering therapy in English and Polish for adults in the UK. I create a calm and reflective space for those who may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or navigating relationship difficulties, burnout or significant life changes. Together, we slow things down and make sense of what feels difficult or unclear, helping you gain clarity, steadiness and a stronger sense of direction.
I’m an integrative counsellor offering therapy in English and Polish for adults in the UK. I create a calm and reflective space for those who may feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or navigating relationship difficulties, burnout or significant life changes. Together, we slow things down and make sense of what feels difficult or unclear, helping you gain clarity, steadiness and a stronger sense of direction.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn next? Are you carrying anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, relationship or parenting struggles, or the weight of a life transition? Perhaps coping alone no longer feels possible.
Whatever your background or life experience, do you long for clarity, relief, and somewhere you can talk openly and without judgement, in the strictest confidence?
Above all, do you hope to understand yourself more deeply, change unhelpful patterns, and feel steadier, more grounded, more connected, and more in control of your emotional world?
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn next? Are you carrying anxiety, low mood, grief, trauma, relationship or parenting struggles, or the weight of a life transition? Perhaps coping alone no longer feels possible.
Whatever your background or life experience, do you long for clarity, relief, and somewhere you can talk openly and without judgement, in the strictest confidence?
Above all, do you hope to understand yourself more deeply, change unhelpful patterns, and feel steadier, more grounded, more connected, and more in control of your emotional world?
You might feel like you're holding everything together while anxiety, overwhelm, or old patterns quietly run the show. Perhaps you lie awake replaying conversations, feeling guilty for not being "enough", or caught in cycles of self-criticism and people-pleasing. I offer integrative counselling and MAP coaching to help you understand why these patterns exist—not to fix them, but to work with them. Using IFS and person-centred therapy, we explore what drives your reactions and practice new responses. Together we work towards feeling more connected to yourself and able to set healthy boundaries.
You might feel like you're holding everything together while anxiety, overwhelm, or old patterns quietly run the show. Perhaps you lie awake replaying conversations, feeling guilty for not being "enough", or caught in cycles of self-criticism and people-pleasing. I offer integrative counselling and MAP coaching to help you understand why these patterns exist—not to fix them, but to work with them. Using IFS and person-centred therapy, we explore what drives your reactions and practice new responses. Together we work towards feeling more connected to yourself and able to set healthy boundaries.
As a sex and relationship specialist my aim is to provide a safe environment in which clients can share their intimate thoughts and problems with no fear of judgement. I honour all sexual orientations and practices, acknowledging that difference does not equal deviance. I am a UKCP Registered and Accredited Psychotherapist, COSRT Senior Accredited Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I also teach a two year post graduate course in Clinical Sexology.
As a sex and relationship specialist my aim is to provide a safe environment in which clients can share their intimate thoughts and problems with no fear of judgement. I honour all sexual orientations and practices, acknowledging that difference does not equal deviance. I am a UKCP Registered and Accredited Psychotherapist, COSRT Senior Accredited Sex and Relationship Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I also teach a two year post graduate course in Clinical Sexology.
I work as a pluralistic counsellor, which means I tailor my approach to suit your unique needs and circumstances. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all method, I draw from different therapeutic approaches to find what works best for you.
I work as a pluralistic counsellor, which means I tailor my approach to suit your unique needs and circumstances. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all method, I draw from different therapeutic approaches to find what works best for you.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or simply unsure where to turn? If everything is feeling too much for you at the moment and you feel stuck and confused, talking things through can help you move forward and find a resolution.
I offer a safe, supportive space where you can be heard – either in person or online.
I specialise in working with people who are suffering from anxiety and low self-esteem, helping them to find a way forward to a more fulfilling life.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or simply unsure where to turn? If everything is feeling too much for you at the moment and you feel stuck and confused, talking things through can help you move forward and find a resolution.
I offer a safe, supportive space where you can be heard – either in person or online.
I specialise in working with people who are suffering from anxiety and low self-esteem, helping them to find a way forward to a more fulfilling life.
I’m a trauma informed therapist and breathwork practitioner, and bring somatic practices into my work with clients. My aim is to help you develop the connection between mind and body and through this explore patterns that may or may not be helping you to live a happy and fulfilling life. I co-founded Msense Therapy with my (fabulous) counselling friend Rukia. Between us, we bring a variety of experience, having supported bereavement, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma and burnout. Experienced in working with neurodiversity, we both take pride in offering a safe space and flexible approach to meet your needs.
I’m a trauma informed therapist and breathwork practitioner, and bring somatic practices into my work with clients. My aim is to help you develop the connection between mind and body and through this explore patterns that may or may not be helping you to live a happy and fulfilling life. I co-founded Msense Therapy with my (fabulous) counselling friend Rukia. Between us, we bring a variety of experience, having supported bereavement, anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma and burnout. Experienced in working with neurodiversity, we both take pride in offering a safe space and flexible approach to meet your needs.
You may be someone who has lived through domestic abuse and now carries the anxiety, confusion, or heaviness that trauma leaves behind. You’ve spent so long holding everything together, even when inside you feel tired, overwhelmed, or unsure how to begin again. You long for safety, clarity, and a steadier way of being. My work offers a calm, supportive space to understand your experiences, reconnect with your inner strength, and move toward a life that feels grounded, safe, and truly your own.
You may be someone who has lived through domestic abuse and now carries the anxiety, confusion, or heaviness that trauma leaves behind. You’ve spent so long holding everything together, even when inside you feel tired, overwhelmed, or unsure how to begin again. You long for safety, clarity, and a steadier way of being. My work offers a calm, supportive space to understand your experiences, reconnect with your inner strength, and move toward a life that feels grounded, safe, and truly your own.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you’re facing challenging times in your personal or professional life. I offer a warm, grounded space where we can explore what’s going on for you. Whether that’s feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, full of emotion, or simply ready for change, you are welcome to organise a consultation with me.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you’re facing challenging times in your personal or professional life. I offer a warm, grounded space where we can explore what’s going on for you. Whether that’s feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, full of emotion, or simply ready for change, you are welcome to organise a consultation with me.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your feelings? Do they impact on your confidence and day-to-day life? Or perhaps you have experienced painful losses, abuse or traumatic events that are affecting you? Do you have patterns of behaviour that no longer feel beneficial to you? Sometimes we think and act in certain ways that function to protect and preserve us. These have felt necessary in the past, but are no longer useful and can instead impact negatively on our life.
Do you feel overwhelmed by your feelings? Do they impact on your confidence and day-to-day life? Or perhaps you have experienced painful losses, abuse or traumatic events that are affecting you? Do you have patterns of behaviour that no longer feel beneficial to you? Sometimes we think and act in certain ways that function to protect and preserve us. These have felt necessary in the past, but are no longer useful and can instead impact negatively on our life.
You may be someone who manages a great deal — at work, in relationships, within your family — yet feel unsettled or quietly exhausted inside. Perhaps certain patterns keep repeating, or something in your life no longer feels sustainable, even if you struggle to put it into words. You might be navigating relationship difficulties, separation, loss, or change, while continuing to function even when it feels difficult beneath the surface. Inside, your thoughts may feel tangled or conflicted, and speaking to friends may no longer feel enough. Therapy begins here.
You may be someone who manages a great deal — at work, in relationships, within your family — yet feel unsettled or quietly exhausted inside. Perhaps certain patterns keep repeating, or something in your life no longer feels sustainable, even if you struggle to put it into words. You might be navigating relationship difficulties, separation, loss, or change, while continuing to function even when it feels difficult beneath the surface. Inside, your thoughts may feel tangled or conflicted, and speaking to friends may no longer feel enough. Therapy begins here.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.