Natasha Nyeke
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About me
Hi I imagine you have looked at quite a few profile and finding the right fit is so important when looking for a Therapist. someone you click with who helps you feel safe and heard.
My background in family work and working with new Mothers has taught me how important it is to help you feel comfortable because I know how scary asking for help can feel and my priority is always to make sure you feel you are met with compassion and understanding. I’m here to help you feel less anxious, more resilient, and excited about life again. Together, we’ll work on turning down the volume of that inner critic so that you can start liking who you see when you look in the mirror.
What I Can Help With
Here’s what we might work on together:
Anxiety & Intrusive Thoughts
Anxiety can make it feel like your mind is running a marathon you didn’t sign up for. Those overwhelming, intrusive thoughts can leave you feeling out of control, stuck in a loop of worry or fear. Together, we’ll work on strategies to manage these thoughts, helping you feel calmer and more in control of your mental space. You'll learn how to respond to anxiety in a way that feels empowering rather than overwhelming.
Self-Esteem & Inner Critic
We all have that inner voice that can be harsh and unforgiving, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. If your inner critic has been making life feel difficult, we’ll focus on shifting its tone. Through self-compassion and mindful exercises, we’ll work on turning that critic into more of a supportive inner voice—a cheerleader that encourages you to step into life with confidence and self-acceptance.
Matrescence
Becoming a mother isn’t just a new chapter—it’s a complete transformation. If you’re feeling lost or unsure of who you are in this new role, you’re not alone. Together, we’ll explore the changes that come with matrescence—the physical, emotional, and identity shifts that happen when you become a mum. We’ll focus on helping you reconnect with yourself while embracing this new version of you, so that motherhood feels like an addition to who you are, not a replacement.
Fertility Challenges
The journey of trying to conceive can be an emotional rollercoaster, filled with hope, disappointment, and grief. If you’re struggling with fertility challenges, we’ll create a space where you can process these feelings without judgment. Whether you're coping with the uncertainty, medical interventions, or the emotional toll of loss, we’ll work through these experiences together, helping you feel supported and less isolated.
Couples Therapy: Relationships can feel strained when life gets busy. We’ll work on reconnecting, communicating better, and showing up for each other in a more meaningful way.
Family Boundaries: Setting boundaries with difficult family members is tough but necessary. We’ll explore ways to set limits while healing from any emotional impact.
My Approach
My training is focused on Person-Centred Therapy, Attachment Therapy, and Mindset Coaching. Here’s what you can expect when we work together:
Person-Centred Therapy: A space where your feelings and experiences take centre stage, without judgment or pressure.
Attachment Therapy: We’ll look at how your early relationships impact your behaviour and current relationships, and work to heal any unresolved attachment issues.
Mindset Coaching: We’ll focus on identifying and shifting negative beliefs, creating a mindset that helps you grow and move forward in life.
Couples Therapy
Relationships, especially after having kids, can get really tough. It’s so easy to feel like roommates managing tasks rather than partners in life. If you’re feeling disconnected or struggling to communicate, couples therapy can help you find your way back to each other. We’ll work on:
Improving Communication: When was the last time you had a real conversation without distractions? We’ll help you both express yourselves clearly and listen with empathy.
Rebuilding Emotional Connection: Over time, it’s easy to drift apart emotionally. We’ll work on rekindling that bond, so you feel close and connected again.
Sharing the Load: If one (or both) of you feels like they’re carrying more than their fair share, we’ll explore ways to balance responsibilities more fairly.
Strengthening Your Relationship: The goal is to help you not only get through the tough times but come out stronger. Let’s create a partnership that reflects the love and support you want to show your kids.
What to Expect
We’ll meet weekly or bi-weekly, depending on your needs. Whether you're looking for long-term support or a more focused approach, we’ll tailor our sessions to suit what works best for you.
Let’s Work Together
If you’re ready to make positive changes, I’d love to support you on that journey. Drop me a message to book a free consultation, and let’s start working together to create a life that feels lighter, more joyful, and authentically you.
Qualifications / Training / Education
Diploma in Therapeutic and Couples Counselling: Accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Continuous Professional Development (CPD): I regularly attend workshops and courses to stay updated on the latest therapeutic practices and techniques.
Awards / Accreditations / Registrations
Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP): I adhere to the BACP's ethical guidelines and standards.
Person-Centred Therapist: Fully qualified and experienced in person-centred approaches.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a fully-qualified Person Centred therapist, MBACP and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I hold a diploma in therapeutic counselling (a CPCAB registered qualification). I adhere to the strict ethical and professional codes of the BACP and fulfil their requirements for ongoing supervision and continued professional development.
I have also trained in a wide range of areas while working for children's social care, in drug and alcohol services, bereavement services, residential children's homes and youth services.
My training includes
Supporting Maternal Mental Health
Anxiety Disorders
Cruse Bereavement Care- Sudden and Traumatic Death
Domestic Abuse Basic Training- WORTH Services West Sussex
Safeguarding- WSCC
Parenting and Attachment- WSCC
PREVENT- Radicalisation training
Suicide Awareness and Prevention training
Supporting Families with Multiple and complex needs
Children's workforce development Council Level 3 -2013
Child sexual exploitation- WSCC
Drug and alcohol training-Denial / Enabling Behaviour, Co-dependent relationships, Denial and Boundaries.- Pavilions- Drug and alcohol services Brighton. 2019.
Working with Infidelity -The counselling academy
Couples Therapy toolkit- The counselling academy
I also have a BA in Journalism-University of East London 2009- I regularly write for Happiful magazine and my own blog on my website.
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.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£60.00 - £75.00
Free initial telephone session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a free 30-minute telephone consultation.
The initial assessment appointment helps you to decide whether we can work together. I believe the most essential part of picking a counsellor is the relationships so this is your opportunity to see if we click and you feel safe to open up with me. I will also explain how I work and how I can support you.
When I work
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My response to any message via phone, text or email is usually within the same day either to make an appointment or if there is a question regarding therapy you might wish to ask me.
Further information
How many sessions you may need is always difficult to answer, as it depends on how many issues we are exploring and healing may not always be a straightforward process. However, I work ethically and respectfully and appreciate that therapy is an investment of both your time and money. Therefore, I will continuously review our work to see where you are with the therapy.