This professional is available for new clients.
This professional is available for new clients.
About me
My name is Natelie Henriques, and I am deeply passionate about supporting individuals through their perinatal journey as well as those dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. I work as a creative, integrative, and trauma-informed counsellor, tailoring my approach to meet each client’s specific needs. I believe that every person has their own unique story and experiences, and I don’t rely on a one-size-fits-all method.
Whether you are navigating the complexities of becoming a parent or struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma, my goal is to help you gain clarity and break free from unhelpful patterns. Together, we will explore new ways to face both your internal and external challenges, whether they arise during the perinatal period or from other life experiences.
In my practice, the counselling relationship is a partnership. Our sessions will offer a safe and supportive space where you can reflect, explore, and discover answers that resonate with you personally. I will work with you to develop the tools you need to navigate life’s challenges, and together, we’ll find strategies that empower you to move forward.
My extensive background allows me to work effectively with mothers-to-be, fathers, birthing people, and those experiencing anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am committed to making a positive impact on the lives of all my clients, helping them feel empowered and supported throughout their journey.
Face-to-Face Sessions: Experience counselling in my welcoming consultation space in Bexleyheath, where I offer support in a comfortable environment. You are welcome to bring your little one along, as I have experience working with mothers and individuals with babies in arms.
Online Zoom Sessions: Enjoy the convenience and privacy of online sessions from the comfort of your home. Tailored to your needs, these sessions offer flexibility without the need to travel.
Walk-and-Talk Therapy: Engage in therapeutic conversations outdoors with walk-and-talk therapy in local parks. This nature-based approach promotes calmness and rejuvenation while fostering meaningful discussions. Daytime slots are available for this option.
Flexible Scheduling: I offer both daytime and evening sessions, whether face-to-face or online, to accommodate your schedule and ensure you receive the support you need when it suits you best.
Whatever your journey, whether perinatal or related to anxiety, depression, or trauma, I am here to offer support and guidance.
Training, qualifications & experience
I work for MumsAid, a leading Perinatal Mental Health Charity in South East London. I also run Steps Therapy and Mother & Bump, which I have successfully run as additions for the past 15 years. Regarding my training, qualifications, and experience, I have completed CPCAB Level 4 counselling in integrative therapy as my core training. Additionally, I have a certificate in online and telephone counselling, safeguarding training and Continuous Professional Development training.
Additionally, I have extensive experience as an experienced Birth Doula & Postnatal Doula, Antenatal teacher, Hypnobirthing instructor, and Bodyworker specialising in antenatal and prenatal care. I have worked with families throughout South East London and North Kent, facilitating within local NHS Trusts and local authorities' Children's Centres. I am a registered member of The BACP. I am fully insured and DBS Checked.
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).
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
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Fees
£50.00 - £60.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Discovery Sessions £50.00
Integrative Counselling £60.00
Walk & Talk Therapy Session £60.00
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Further information
Using mindfulness practices, creative therapy, and a person-centred, psychodynamic, and Transactional Analysis, CBT, I provide a comprehensive and individualised counselling experience. By establishing a secure and encouraging space, I aim to assist you in delving into your feelings, building coping mechanisms, and nurturing your personal development. Together, we can address what is going on for you no matter where on your journey and equip you with the tools to approach this evolving journey with confidence and self-compassion. I work with issues such as:
- Feeling Overwhelmed or Anxious during Pregnancy or Early Parenthood
- Being Overly Worried or Having Scary Thoughts about Motherhood
- Coping with Intrusive Thoughts or Rituals related to Motherhood
- Dealing with Sadness or the Baby Blues after Birth
- Adapting to Changes in Relationships with Partner, Family, or Friends
- Struggling with Body Image and Self-Confidence
- Loss of Identity as a New Mother or Parent
- Processing Traumatic Experiences during Pregnancy or Birth or post-birth
- Navigating Grief and Loss Related to Parenthood
- Struggling with the Challenges of Parenting
- Feelings of Loneliness or Isolation
- Lost Self-Care Practices and Setting Personal Boundaries.
- Overcome with Feelings of Guilt or Shame about Motherhood or Parenthood.
- Finding it hard to balance Work and Parenting Responsibilities.
- Baby Loss
- Addiction
- Birth Planning
