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About me
Welcome to my profile
I’m Lena, an accredited CBT and EMDR practitioner with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. My expertise lies in helping individuals overcome anxiety-related challenges, trauma (developmental, complex, relational, or single-event), addiction issues and relationship difficulties. I have also worked with many clients navigating existential concerns, like bereavement, identity change, such as motherhood or menopause, or coping with a life-threatening illness. My career includes working in the NHS Talking Therapies, in-prison services, drug and alcohol services and the private sector.
I combine evidence-based approaches with intuitive insight tailoring interventions to each individual’s unique needs and goals. My aim is to help my clients shift any limiting beliefs, narratives and behaviours in order to become the best version of themselves and achieve a renewed sense of growth, balance and fulfilment.
Approaches I draw on:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Schema Therapy
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Existential Therapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
Psychodynamic Theory
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT)
Every session is uniquely designed around your specific goals and challenges, ensuring personalised and effective care. I use only evidence-based approaches, proven by research to be effective for many people, while recognising that each individual’s journey is unique.
By working together you can:
-Gain clarity and insight into the root causes of your challenges.
-Develop practical strategies for lasting change and growth.
-Master emotional resilience to overcome stress and anxiety.
-Heal from past trauma and learn to move forward with confidence
-Break through limiting beliefs and unlock your full potential.
-Build healthier relationships and strengthen your sense of self-worth
-Find a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in your life empowering you to take charge of your future.
Training, qualifications & experience
My qualifications:
BA in Psychology, Cyprus College
MSc in Addiction Studies, King's College (distinction)
MSc in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (distinction)
Currently on the DCPsych Counselling Psychology programme at New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling.
Further training:
Attachment-Focused EMDR (Part 1&2), EMDR Focus, 2020.
Emotional Freedom Techniques (Level 1 & 2), The EFT Centre, 2020.
Standard Individual Schema Therapy Certification (Part 1, 2 &3), Schema Therapy Institute, 2018
Interpersonal Psychotherapy ( Level A), University of Surrey IPT Centre, 2017.
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (Part 1, 2 & 3), Richman EMDR Training, 2017.
Expert Witness Training: Excellence in Report Writing- Written Evidence, Bond Solon, 2017.
Motivational Enhancement Therapy, The Rehabilitation for Addicted Prisoners Trust, 2013.
Group Facilitation Skills, The Rehabilitation for Addicted Prisoners Trust, 2013.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.

The BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.

EMDR UK

EMDR Europe
Accredited register membership

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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£125.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I accept self-payment of fees or payment by a third party.
I am registered with various insurance companies, i.e. Aviva, WPA, AXA PPP, Healix, Allianz Healthcare.
If you are affiliated with a different insurance provider, please contact me for further discussion.
When I work
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