Edgars Semenovs

Hello, my name is Edgars. I am a certified Counsellor and trained in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy method. My goal is to help individuals process their experiences and manage their symptoms in a way that promotes healing and growth that is generative, restorative and loving. With a mature and grounded approach, I provide clients with the tools and support they need to work through their challenges and create more fulfilling lives.

I embrace a variety of creative and experiential techniques rooted in Polyvagal and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy principles to create a unique approach tailored to each of my client's needs. I also draw from such modalities as Compassion Focused, Solution Focused Approaches, Trauma Informed Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Focusing (Gendlin), Clean Language Inquiry, and Existential psychotherapy.

I was drawn to counselling due to my personal experiences of trauma and various addictions that I have been able to successfully work through. I use this personal experience to connect with my clients on a deeper level, providing empathy and understanding to whatever they may be facing.  This personal experience has rendered me a sense of confidence that there is an immense healing power in each individual provided we have the ‘necessary conditions’ available.

I believe that the aim of the therapy is to provide you with these ‘necessary conditions.' We know that healing and growth can only come when you feel safe and free to express yourself. I am committed to providing a safe and compassionate space that fosters exploration, acceptance, and empowerment. My approach is grounded in an open-ended journey where we work together to trust your inner-knowing and embrace your unique journey towards wellness.

I am experienced to offer you guidance and support in dealing with the following difficulties:

Relationship difficulties
Bereavement
Depression
Anxiety
Dissociation
Loneliness
Low self-esteem
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Self-harm
Suicidal thoughts
Sex and alcohol addiction
Attachment trauma

I feel that true healing happens when we realise our inherent worthiness; when we are able to pause and savour our essential nature of simply being alive just as we are. And this comes with acceptance and self-compassion. As C.Rogers once put it: ''When you accept yourself just as you are, then you can change'

Please, feel free to get in touch and we can look for solutions together that you cannot find on your own.

I have experience and special interest in supporting people in recovery from alcohol and pornography addictions. 

Practical information:

I am currently offering 1:1 sessions via Zoom only.

Fees:

£50-65 - 50 min session.

£80 - 90 min session.

I offer a free 30 min introductory session. 

I accept bank transfer on the day or for multiple sessions in advance.

Timing:

I offer a weekly or fortnightly 50 min or 90 min long sessions.

Cancellation agreement

Notice is given 24 hours prior to the session. If the notice is not given, you will have to pay for the session time.

What happens next?

If you have any queries and you would like to book an initial meeting, please email me or call 07393 738 367. If I am not able to answer immediately I will get back to you as soon as possible.

What would happen in the first session?

The first session is an opportunity for us to meet and get to know each other. Its aim is to enable you to tell me why you are seeking therapy, what you expect from the process and how I could best meet your needs. We will also discuss our agreement which will involve the expected number of sessions that you may require, the regularity of our sessions, payment, confidentiality and the cancellation policy.