Niko Skizas
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This professional is available for new clients.
About me
I offer person-centred therapy to help you overcome your struggles with anxiety and alleviate the effects of depression. My approach is centred around you and your unique experiences. I believe that each person has the potential for growth and change, even amidst the darkest of times. Together, we’ll embark on a healing journey tailored to meet your specific needs, empowering you to reclaim your strength and well-being.
I understand that anxiety and depression can impact all aspects of an individual’s life, and my goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can process and heal from these experiences. I believe, and I have seen it several times, that any distressing experience can be approached, discussed, held, and helped with. No matter how horrible or difficult you might feel about it today.
I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including trauma, anxiety, depression, sexual or emotional abuse, addictive behaviours, drug and alcohol misuse, relationship issues, work-related stress, sexuality and self-harm.
First session
In our first session, we will begin by establishing a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. We will discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, your goals, and what you hope to gain from the process. I will actively listen to your concerns and provide a non-judgmental space where you can freely express your thoughts and emotions.
I offer the first session at half price - £35.
Training, qualifications & experience
I have a BA in Person-centred counselling, a Diploma in Person-centred counselling and a Certificate in counselling skills. I have worked in several counselling settings, including a homeless charity, psychotherapy research services and community centres.
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
£70.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer the first session at half price (£35).
I understand that starting therapy can be a big decision, and I want to provide an opportunity for you to experience the benefits of therapy at a more accessible cost. This reduced rate allows you to explore the therapeutic process and establish a foundation for future sessions, without financial barriers. I believe that investing in your mental health is invaluable, and I want to make it more accessible for you to take this important step.
When I work
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