Ivan Limas
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About me
You might be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed, or stuck—perhaps dealing with low self-esteem, anger, or ongoing family difficulties. At times, you may feel disconnected from yourself or unsure why things feel so hard right now. Whatever you’re experiencing, you don’t have to face it alone.
I offer a calm, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can begin to explore what’s going on for you, at a pace that feels right. Together, we can gently make sense of your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, helping you feel more grounded, understood, and able to move forward.
As an integrative therapist, I recognise that everyone’s story is unique. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I draw from a range of therapeutic models to support you in a way that feels manageable and meaningful. This might include exploring patterns in your life, finding healthier ways to cope with anger, building self-esteem, or processing difficult or painful experiences.
With over 15 years’ experience across mental health, education, and charitable settings, I have supported people through both immediate struggles and deeper, long-standing challenges. I understand that opening up can feel daunting, and I aim to meet you with warmth, care, and respect—creating a space where you can feel safe enough to be yourself.
Therapy isn’t always easy, and it can take time. But with patience and support, it can offer a meaningful opportunity for reflection, healing, and a deeper connection with yourself.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)
- MA in Integrative Therapy, Roehampton University (UK)
- Master’s degree, United States
- Foundation Diploma in Integrative Therapy, The Minster Centre.
My training and clinical background are integrative, informed by humanistic, psychodynamic, and existential approaches, alongside creative and relational practice.
I have professional experience across education and mental health settings, working with adults from diverse backgrounds and presenting needs. I have worked with a large UK charity supporting vulnerable and high-risk adults, including individuals affected by complex trauma, post-traumatic stress, and addiction, with a focus on addiction support and long-term recovery.
My role also included supporting individuals from the LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent clients, and adults with ADHD, as well as those experiencing complex and multiple difficulties.
Alongside my clinical work, I have held roles as a tutor and supervisor, supporting the development of practitioners at different stages of their professional training. My supervision work emphasises reflective practice, ethical awareness, and inclusivity.
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
The Accredited Register Scheme was set up in 2013 by the Department of Health (DoH) as a way to recognise organisations that hold voluntary registers which meet certain standards. These standards are set by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
This therapist has indicated that they belong to an Accredited Register.
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In the Start
We begin with a complimentary 20-minute conversation, preferably online, where you can speak freely in a private setting. During this brief session, I'll establish a foundation of professional trust and address any safeguarding issues to ensure that your needs align with my expertise.
If you feel I'm the right therapist for you, we'll discuss your requirements, preferences, and concerns together. Upon agreement, I'll provide you with documentation to review carefully, preparing us for our initial 50-minute session. I trust this process will offer you reassurance and clarity. Should you have any further questions, please feel free to ask.
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5- 10 minute Herne Hill Station
