Welcome! I'm Vasilina and I am excited to meet you.
If you are facing a difficulty that leaves you feeling stuck, pursuing personal growth, or unsure where to start, I am here to support you. Therapy can help connect your sense of identity with who you truly are, in a caring relationship where we can make sense of things together.
My aim is to create an environment where you can make intentional choices about the way you want to live. If you are ready to take that step, please reach out for an initial meeting.
With care,
Vasilina
I am a Counsellor & Psychotherapist registered with the BACP and have completed all taught and clinical training components of the Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at City, University of London.
Over the last 7 years I have worked across residential mental health, charities, the NHS, workplace support and university counselling services. My integrative approach is adjusted to your circumstances, needs, goals, style and preferences. You do not need to have figured out exactly what is wrong before coming to therapy.
I come from a Greek heritage and moved to the UK over a decade ago. I offer bilingual therapy, work affirmatively with LGBTQIA+ clients, and uphold anti-discriminatory and neuro-affirmative practice. I am finishing doctoral research focused on grief and trauma following bereavement.
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Training & qualifications
I completed my BSc (Hons) in Psychology and Post Graduate Certificate in low intensity CBT at University College London (UCL). I have completed all clinical and taught components of the Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology (DPsych) at City, University of London, and am currently finishing my thesis.
At UCL I was also involved in research, with publications in eyewitness memory.
Brewin, C. R., Li, H., Ntarantana, V., Unsworth, C., & McNeilis, J. (2019). Is the public understanding of memory prone to widespread "myths"? Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, 148(12), 2245-2257. http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/xge0000610
Brewin, C. R., Li, H., McNeilis, J., & Ntarantana, V. (2020). On Repression, and Avoiding Red Herrings. Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, 149(10), 2001-2004. https://doi.org/10.1037/xge0000973
My approach is integrative and grounded in Person Centred Therapy, drawing on CBT, mindfulness, compassion-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy and existential psychotherapy according to your needs.
I offer a free 15-minute initial consultation and individual 50-minute therapy sessions. My practice is exclusively online through video sessions, for adults only, and I am insured to work worldwide apart from the U.S.A. and Canada.
I support people feeling stuck or coping with significant events, including anxiety, panic, phobias, stress and burnout, trauma and PTSD, depression, self-esteem, relationship or workplace difficulties, life changes, bereavement and loss, adjustment, personal growth and identity search.
While I do not offer specialised neurodiversity support, I can adapt my practice to different neurodevelopmental profiles. I cannot work with addictions, psychosis, active domestic violence, active eating disorders, personality disorders, or urgent-care needs, but can signpost appropriate support.
During our initial consultation I will introduce myself, answer your questions, and ask about the difficulties you are experiencing and your goals for therapy. If we are a good match, we will agree a weekly or bi-weekly schedule.
In early sessions we explore your difficulty, understand the problem and identify a direction together. We agree any adjustments you need and whether a structured or exploratory approach fits best. Depending on your goals, sessions can be time-limited with reviews or open-ended. We will always follow a pace that feels safe and effective for you.
My usual fee is £50 per session. I offer a reduced fee of £40 for counselling and psychotherapy trainees, students, NHS staff up to Band 5 level, and clients referred by the NHS or a charity.
My usual working hours are Tuesdays 10am-2pm, and Wednesdays and Thursdays 11am-8pm. There is some flexibility in these hours and on Fridays where necessary.
I am registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO number: ZC037563), and information I keep is subject to the Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 18) and United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK-GDPR).
Information Commissioner's Office: https://ico.org.uk
BACP privacy notice: https://www.bacp.co.uk/privacy-notice
