Giovanni Amati
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About me
Find the freedom to feel and live fully; without medication*
Do you ever feel stuck in your emotions, overwhelmed, or disconnected? You’re not alone. Life can sometimes feel like a struggle, but you don’t have to navigate it on your own. Sessions with me provide a safe, supportive space where your emotions can gently be released, allowing you to move forward with clarity and ease.
I believe in the power and neurological benefit of real human connection, which is why I prioritise face-to-face sessions. In-person therapy creates a space for deeper understanding, warmth, and trust, helping you feel truly seen, heard and supported.
My approach is rooted in humanistic therapy, guiding you to process emotions naturally and rediscover balance, without the need for medication*. I believe in working with emotions rather than suppressing them, helping you find relief and healing in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.
I have experience working with people who are neurodivergent, whether navigating ASD, ADD, and/or ADHD, or facing other challenges. I work with individuals, including young people, and with couples. Together, we can explore your emotions, ease your struggles, and help you reconnect with yourself and those around you.
Concession rates are available if needed; because therapy should be accessible to all.
If you’re ready to take the first step toward feeling more in control, more understood, and more at ease in your life, I’d love to support you.
MUKCP Registered Member: 2011170730
*in some situations medication is necessary but I will work with you and your health professionals to find the right plan for you
Training, qualifications & experience
My educational background and professional journey have been deeply shaped by my commitment to understanding and supporting others.
Here are some of the key qualifications and experiences that inform my approach to therapy:
- 5-year Philosophy Degree, Pavia University
- 7-year MA in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy, Middlesex University (2024)
- Professional Diploma in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy, BCPC (2024)
- Registered Member of the UKCP (MUKCP Registered Member: 2011170730)
- CRUSE Bereavement Care: Training and clinical practice (2017-2019)
DHI Addiction and Substance Abuse: Training and clinical practice (2017-2019) - “I’m OK, You’re OK”: Children and Young People’s Counselling CPD (2021-2022)
- Certificate in Relational Couples Therapy (2024)
I am member of UKCP and abide to their code of practice (https://www.gioamati-psychotherapy.com/ukcp-code-of-practice)
In my personal life, I enjoy spending my free time tending to my animals (including horses, goats, dogs and bees) as well as caring for my personal wellbeing by spending time in my orchard and going to my local fitness centre.
In the last 9 years of private practice, I worked extensively with:
- Abuse
- Addiction
- Anger
- Anxiety
- ADD
- ADHD
- Attachment issues
- Autism
- Bipolar disorder
- Burnout
- Couples Therapy
- Depression
- Dissociation
- Domestic violence
- Family Issues
- Eating disorder
- Low Self Esteem
- Paranoia
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.
Accredited register membership
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