Dr Andreas Vassiliou
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About me
I view psychotherapy as mainly an endeavour to “know thyself”. I take the position that through the acquisition of self-knowledge, the possibility of change can gradually manifest as a dynamic possibility.
My style of working is flexible, relational and dialogical. I will help you to gradually explore what the origins of your current difficulties are and create a meaning that is significant to you. You will be provided with a confidential, supportive and empowering space to explore how you want to project yourself into the future, by also carefully acknowledging the limitations along the way.
In terms of my theoretical approach, I'm an existentially trained psychotherapist/counselling psychologist who also values and employs contemporary psychoanalytic ideas in understanding human difficulties and dilemmas. I'm therefore interested in past and present experiences, but also your future potential.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am an HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) and BPS (British Psychological Society) registered Counselling Psychologist and accredited Clinical Supervisor, and a UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy) and UPCA (Universities Psychotherapy and Counselling Association) accredited Existential Psychotherapist. I hold a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy, a Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education, a BSc(Hons) in Psychology and an Advanced Diploma in Social Sciences.
Throughout my professional experiences thus far, I have held various clinical, organisational, research and leadership positions in the NHS, the Social Care Services, the Department for Education, the Higher Education, the Local Government and Charity Sectors. I have significant experience in working with families, children, adolescents and adults on both an individual and group basis.
I have been trained and have particular interests in play therapy, psychodrama, family work, and intersubjective approaches to severe distress. Aside from my clinical work, I also provide academic consultation and research supervision.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Universities Psychotherapy & Counselling Association
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£100.00 - £140.00
Free initial telephone session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Insurance Clients: For pre-authorised sessions, your insurance company will be billed directly by the agreed fee schedule. For sessions not pre-authorised, you may be required to pay me directly and then claim reimbursement from your insurance company. My practice is covered by various insurers, including AXA, Aviva, VitalityHealth, and Cigna.
When I work
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Currently, my office hours are Monday-Friday: 8 am to 8 pm.
