About me
Hello, my name is Olha Poliakh / Ольга Полях
I am a UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Transactional Analyst- CTA in psychotherapy, and Gestalt therapist with over 10 years of experience working with adults, couples, and groups.
I offer online psychotherapy in Russian and Ukrainian as well.
My approach is relational, warm, and collaborative. I integrate Transactional Analysis and Gestalt Therapy, paying attention to emotions, bodily experience, relationship patterns, life experiences, and the ways people adapt to challenges and change.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. They may be experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, loss, trauma, stress, low self-esteem, or simply a sense that something in life no longer feels right. Therapy can also provide a space for personal growth, self-discovery, and developing a deeper understanding of yourself.
I aim to offer a respectful, confidential, and non-judgemental environment where you can explore your experiences openly, strengthen your inner resources, and find new ways of relating to yourself and others.
I welcome adults from all backgrounds and walks of life.
Training, qualifications & experience
My professional background includes a Master’s degree in Psychology and extensive postgraduate training in psychotherapy.
I am a UKCP Registered Psychotherapist and a Certified Transactional Analyst in the field of Psychotherapy (CTA), accredited by the European Association for Transactional Analysis (EATA). I have also completed advanced training in Gestalt Therapy.
Over the past 10 years, I have worked with adults, couples, and groups in private practice and therapeutic settings. My professional development has included training in trauma, grief and loss, crisis intervention, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and personality development.
I am committed to ongoing professional development and regularly engage in supervision and continuing training to ensure safe, ethical, and effective practice.
Professional memberships and registrations:
- UKCP Registered Psychotherapist (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy)
- Certified Transactional Analyst (CTA-P), EATA
- UKATA CTA Member
I work online and offer psychotherapy in English, Russian, and Ukrainian.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) is a leading professional body for the education, training and regulation of psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. Its register is accredited by the government's Professional Standards Authority.
As part of its commitment to protect the public, it works to improve access to psychotherapy, to support and disseminate research, to improve standards and to respond effectively to complaints against its members.
UKCP standards cover the range of different psychotherapies. Registration is obtained by training or accrediting with one of its member organisations, or by holding a European Certificate in Psychotherapy. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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 per session
Additional information
The fee for an individual 50-minute online psychotherapy session is £60.
Sessions are held online via a secure video platform. Payment is usually made in advance by bank transfer, Stripe, or PayPal.
If you have any questions about fees, availability, or the way I work, please feel free to get in touch.
You can contact me via phone, WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber, or email:
+44 7577 508832
+380 97 369 6598
Email: olhapoliakh@gmail.com
Further information
Starting therapy can feel like a significant step, and it is important to find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and understood.
I see therapy as a collaborative process. Rather than offering quick solutions or advice, I aim to help clients develop a deeper understanding of themselves, their emotions, relationships, and patterns of experience. Through this process, people often discover new choices, greater flexibility, and a stronger sense of self.
I work with curiosity, respect, and compassion, recognising that every person’s story is unique. My goal is to create a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship where meaningful change can take place at a pace that feels right for you.
If you would like to explore whether we may be a good fit to work together, I would be happy to hear from you.
You can contact me via phone, WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber, or other messaging services:
+44 7577 508832
+380 97 369 6598
Email: olhapoliakh@gmail.com
