Faiza Yousaf
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
Do you feel that past events are affecting how you cope with life now? Are you tired of the dips in your mood that seem to take place? Does it feel exhausting swirling in that black hole? I offer an encouraging and gentle space for you to bring your difficult feelings out to let them be heard. This can help make sense of what's happening for you - helping you gain new insights and feel more at peace by understanding yourself better.
I enjoy creative approaches in therapy but only if this feels comfortable to clients. I also offer a five session writing therapy specifically aimed at PTSD or trauma. I have specific experience working with childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, low mood, anxiety, South-Asian cultural issues, depression, grief , male mental health and traumatic life events.
I also offer single session therapy which take place online for those who may be looking for more immediate appointments and not wanting/able to commit to regular sessions. These can be booked directly on my website without a consultation. I work both nationally and internationally.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have over 15 years experience in the health care sector where, having completed a Masters, I worked as a community based pharmacist. Feeling disillusioned that medication was often the first point of call for people who I felt could benefit from exploring their difficulties in therapy, I retrained as a person-centred counsellor. I completed my post-grad qualification via Aberdeen University in counselling and psychotherapy and have been working with clients for the past five years.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
Accredited register membership
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
South-Asian culture
In-law abuse
Faith-based shame/struggles
Inner child work which is particularly powerful if there was childhood trauma(s), childhood abuse, feelings of disconnect from your childhood but struggle to understand or remember why and/or where your needs weren't met as a child.
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Fees
£55.00 - £65.00
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
Weekly/Fortnightly sessions - £55 per session.
Single Session Therapy - £65, allows for more immediate access to therapy and can be booked directly on my website.
When I work
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I have flexibility for those who may prefer earlier pre-work appointments whether they be online or in-person.
Further information
I know it feels tough right now but you've taken such a brave step to want to get help. Please do reach out and we can work together to try to make life feel easier. I offer a free initial consultation over the phone for you to get a feel of me as a person and to discuss what brings you to therapy. You're welcome to email, call or even whatsapp - whatever feels easier for you. I endeavour to respond within 48 hours.
