Evangelia Botsaki
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About me
We all face difficult moments when anxiety, low mood, or feelings of being stuck can leave us unsure of how to move forward. If you’re feeling like your usual ways of coping just aren’t enough anymore, know that it’s okay to reach out for help. I believe in the power of empathy and connection to help you find clarity and peace.
As a counsellor, I offer a warm, confidential space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on in your life and find compassionate ways to bring about positive change. Whether it’s learning to manage stress, improving your relationships, or simply gaining a deeper understanding of yourself, I’m here to help you navigate this journey at your own pace.
I am a CBT, Trauma-Focused therapist, and in my practice, I support individuals who experience a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, OCD, relationship issues, life changes, loss, and self-confidence issues. The first session is an assessment one in which we can talk about the issues that bring you to therapy, what your expectations and goals are from therapy, and how we can work together. In the sessions afterwards, we can further explore any issues affecting your life and help you find a way to move forward.
The issues discussed in the sessions are not predetermined; they emerge depending on your difficulties at the moment and what is important for you. The goal is for you to find effective ways of coping with your difficulties in the here and now by becoming more aware of repetitive patterns of interpretation and behaviour, which can impact the view that you hold for yourself and others, the quality you experience in your interpersonal relationships (friendly, romantic, professional) and the feeling of satisfaction for your everyday life. Sessions at times might focus on helping you to discover how difficulties and experiences from the past still affect the here and now and to learn new methods and skills to deal with these difficulties.
Training, qualifications & experience
- BSc Psychology, Edinburgh Napier University
- MSc Children and Young People Mental Health and Psychological Practice, University of Edinburgh
- COSCA Validated Diploma in Counselling and Groupwork, A Cognitive Behavioural Approach
- COSCA Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Registered Member of the BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy)
In the early stages of my career, I focused on supporting the personal development and wellbeing of children and young people across various settings. By combining my education with my passion for theatre and the creative arts, I worked as a facilitator of theatrical games in schools. I also gained valuable experience as a trainee counsellor in schools, providing interventions to address bullying, and as a therapeutic support worker for teenagers struggling with addiction.
During my Counselling Training, I provided one-on-one counselling sessions and I developed and co-facilitated workshops aiming to psycho-educate and empower individuals experiencing depression and anxiety through the Health Agency, SAMH Redhall Walled Garden and the Centre of Therapy.
Since beginning my private practice in 2019, I have been offering therapy to clients dealing with a wide range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, social anxiety, agoraphobia, trauma, PTSD, OCD, low self-esteem, loss, negative thinking, relationship difficulties, and anger management.
Member organisations
BACP is one of the UK’s leading professional bodies for counselling and psychotherapy with around 60,000 members. The Association has several different categories of membership, including Student Member, Individual Member, Registered Member MBACP, Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Accred) and Senior Registered Accredited Member MBACP (Snr Acccred). Registered and accredited members are listed on the BACP Register, which shows that they have demonstrated BACP’s recommended standards for training, proficiency and ethical practice. The BACP Register was the first register of psychological therapists to be accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA). Accredited and senior accredited membership are voluntary categories for members who choose to undertake a rigorous application and assessment process to demonstrate additional standards around practice, training and supervision. Individual members will have completed an appropriate counselling or psychotherapy course and started to practise, but they won’t appear on the BACP Register until they've demonstrated that they meet the standards for registration. Student members are still in the process of completing their training. All members are bound by the BACP Ethical Framework and a Professional Conduct Procedure.
Accredited register membership
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Fees
£50.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
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I am currently offering appointments on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 8pm. I offer face to face sessions in Edinburgh city centre and in Dalkeith.
Further information
If this is your first time visiting a therapist, the idea may be scary at first. You might not be sure what to expect or what questions will be asked. With the people I talk to, this is a common experience. It is crucial to find a psychotherapist who will be a good fit for you. That's why our first session will be in a reduced fee, with the aim to explore if you feel comfortable working together, as well as if I feel I can support you in achieving your goals.
I am registered and I adhere to ethical frameworks set out by BACP. I attend regular supervision and Continued Professional Development courses to inform my practice.
