Semyon Poliakovskii
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About me
I am a qualified Gestalt Psychotherapist dedicated to helping people discover new ways of coping with challenging situations in their lives when familiar strategies no longer suffice. While maintaining an authentic, supportive, and respectful approach, I focus on working with the deepest levels of the psyche, emphasizing non-verbal, implicit, and “right-brain” (c) interactions. This approach is both enduring and challenging but profoundly transformative.
My first encounter with psychotherapy was 12 years ago, and since then I have learned first-hand how much it can offer. Today I run my own practice and invite you to explore the new horizons within yourself and in the world around you.
I believe that only you as a client hold the key to the most appropriate solutions for situations in your life. My role in psychotherapy is to help you find it. To do this, I rely on such principles of Gestalt Psychotherapy as awareness, authenticity and relational attitude, with a significant emphasis on body processes.
Training, qualifications & experience
Having completed my four-year Diploma in Gestalt Psychotherapy in Moscow Institute of Gestalt and Psychodrama, I am always on the lookout for new ways to develop my skills and keep learning. I am lucky enough to study with and get regular supervision from some of the best psychotherapy professionals in the world, including those at the Manchester Gestalt Center, New York Gestalt Institute, London Gestalt Center and French Gestalt Institute.
I am a full clinical member of the UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy) and a qualified member at GPTI (Gestalt Psychotherapy Training Institute). I am also a member of Stemning Club, Oslo.
Long before becoming a psychotherapist, I earned a degree in Mathematics and Computer Science. While I see psychotherapy as being largely grounded in (right-hemispheric) processes like intuition, empathy, and affect regulation, I’ve found that my analytical (left-hemispheric) background provides a subtle but very helpful complement, adding a clear sense of structure to my approach, which is important to balance.
Member organisations
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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
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Therapies offered
Fees
£70.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
If you prefer, I offer a 30-minute introductory session for £35.
I also have a limited number of concessionary places available for trainee counsellors and Ukrainian refugees. Please note that these are subject to availability.
Further information
My practice is deeply rooted in philosophical foundations of Phenomenology and Existentialism, alongside modern clinical and scientific research. I try to get deeper into those and share my thoughts and reflection in my blog.
