Kira Gruber

Hi, I’m Kira.

Do you spend so much time looking after everyone else that you sometimes forget about yourself?

Perhaps you find it hard to say no, worry about upsetting people or feel guilty when you put your own needs first. Maybe you spend hours going over conversations in your head, wondering whether you said the wrong thing or whether someone is upset with you.

You might appear to have everything together on the outside, while inside you feel anxious, overwhelmed or unsure of yourself.

Perhaps you keep finding yourself in relationships where you give so much of yourself that there is very little left for you. You may know that certain patterns are hurting you, yet find it difficult to understand why they keep happening.

If any of this feels familiar, I want you to know that you are not alone.

Making sense of your experiences

Sometimes, the way we feel about ourselves and the relationships we have as adults can be influenced by what we experienced growing up. Perhaps you did not always feel heard, understood or emotionally supported. Maybe you experienced abandonment, difficult family relationships or emotional neglect.

You may also have experienced a relationship that left you questioning yourself, doubting your own judgement or struggling to trust others. Experiences of narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling emotionally exhausted and unsure of who you are.

You might understand, on some level, why you feel the way you do, but that does not necessarily make it easier to change. You may find yourself repeating familiar patterns, being hard on yourself or putting other people's happiness before your own.

You do not have to make sense of everything on your own, and you do not need to have the right words to begin.

How I can help

I’m Kira, a qualified integrative counsellor and BACP registered professional. I offer a warm, supportive and trauma informed space where you can talk about what is troubling you, feel heard and begin to understand yourself a little better.

I know that opening up to someone can feel daunting, especially if you have spent a long time keeping your feelings to yourself or putting on a brave face for others.

There is no pressure to share everything at once. We can take things slowly and start wherever you feel comfortable.

Together, we can begin to make sense of what you have been through, explore the patterns that may be affecting your life today and consider what you need to feel more settled and secure within yourself.

Our work might include helping you to:

• Understand your anxiety and the thoughts that leave you feeling overwhelmed.

• Make sense of how earlier experiences may have shaped the way you see yourself.

• Recognise people pleasing patterns and begin to feel more comfortable saying no.

• Develop healthier boundaries without feeling responsible for everyone else's feelings.

• Build self worth and become kinder to yourself.

• Feel more confident in your own feelings, choices and decisions.

• Find ways to manage difficult emotions and feel more connected to yourself.

There is no expectation for you to change overnight. We will work together at a pace that feels right for you, with your needs and what matters to you at the heart of our sessions.

A little about my approach

My approach is integrative and trauma informed, which means I draw on different therapeutic approaches to suit you as an individual. 

I draw from:

Person-Centred Therapy, creating a warm and accepting space where you can feel heard and understood
Transactional Analysis, exploring early life experiences and relationship patterns
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), helping to identify and gently challenge unhelpful thought patterns

For me, counselling is about creating a space where you can be yourself without feeling judged, having to please someone or worrying about getting things right.

I will not tell you what you should do or try to fix you. Instead, I will listen, offer support and help you explore your experiences with compassion and curiosity.

You may arrive knowing exactly what you want to talk about, or you may simply know that something does not feel right. Both are completely okay.

My hope is that our work together gives you the space to understand yourself more deeply, recognise your own needs and begin to find a way forward that feels right for you.

Taking the first step

Reaching out for counselling can feel like a big step. You may have spent a long time telling yourself that you should be able to manage everything on your own, or wondering whether what you are going through is serious enough to ask for help.

You do not have to wait until things feel unbearable before you reach out.

I offer in person counselling in Congleton and Wilmslow, as well as a free 15-minute introductory call. This gives us a chance to talk about what has brought you to counselling, ask any questions you may have and see whether working together feels right.

You deserve the same care, understanding and kindness that you so readily give to others.

If something in my profile resonates with you, you are very welcome to get in touch. You do not need to know exactly what to say. We can start with whatever feels comfortable for you.

All sessions are 50mins.

In-person sessions cost £55 per session.

Where are in-person sessions held?
Sessions are available in two warm and welcoming locations:

• Congleton: Congleton Complementary & Alternative Medical Centre, 9 West Street, CW121JN
• Wilmslow: Studio One, Counselling and Psychotherapy, Alderley Road, SK9 1JX

Both venues are booked on an ad-hoc basis, so payment is advance is required to secure your session and reserve the room. This ensures the space is confirmed exclusively for your appointment. 

Both locations provide a supportive and welcoming environment for our therapeutic work together.

I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help us connect and see if working together feels right.

Fee: £55 per session in Congleton, £55 per session in Wilmslow, payable 48 hours in advance via bank transfer

Cancellations: Please give at least 48 hours’ notice. Cancellations within this period will be charged the full session fee.

Block sessions: I also offer a block of six sessions at a discounted rate. Please ask for more details.

Weekend appointments: Some weekend appointments are available.

I believe that every person carries wisdom and strength within them, and my role is to help you reconnect with it and discover your true self, the person you are meant to be. Whether you are facing challenges from childhood experiences, navigating life transitions, seeking greater self-understanding, or simply wishing to explore anything that is holding you back, I offer a supportive space guided by empathy, where healing and personal discovery can unfold.

I am not here to fix you, tell you what you should do, or assume I know what is best for you. I am here to walk alongside you, helping you access your own inner strength so that you can fully embrace who you are.