Sheela Udvarlaky
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About me
Hello, my name is Sheela. Welcome to my profile page. I am a qualified integrative therapist based in South London.
Choosing the right counsellor is a significant and deeply personal decision, and finding someone you feel comfortable with is an important part of the journey. Whether you are finding things difficult right now, or you want to understand yourself more fully, maybe even explore what drives your thoughts and behaviours, I can offer you a place where you can take time for yourself. I believe that counselling is a collaborative process where your autonomy is respected. My role is to walk alongside you with empathy and honesty as you explore, grow and flourish. Together, we can gently make sense of what may be influencing you, both in the present and from the past, creating space for greater awareness, personal growth, and meaningful change.
In my practice, I draw from a combination of strategies, including person-centred and psychodynamic theories, to create a personalised approach for each person I see. I offer a compassionate, non‑judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported whilst going at your own pace. I believe counselling can be empowering, and I work relationally with my clients. I am interested in the human condition, what shapes us and influences how we think, feel, and behave.
I have a particular interest in supporting survivors of sexual abuse and violence. My approach is grounded in feminist values and tailored to each individual's unique needs. I am committed to helping women and girls find their voice, regain confidence, and navigate their journey towards recovery and empowerment.
As a counsellor, I strive to be authentic, supportive, culturally sensitive, neuro-affirming and wholeheartedly welcoming. It is important to me that each person feels secure and comfortable when they spend time with me, safe enough to relax, exhale, and to embrace their authentic selves without worrying about judgement or misunderstanding.
Training, qualifications & experience
- I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP)
- I am a practitioner member of The Black, African and Asian Therapy Network (BAATN)
- I am an accredited registrant member of the National Counselling Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)
Qualifications:
- Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Studies
- Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (BACP Approved Practitioner Qualification)
- Adult Safeguarding Level 3
- Children's Safeguarding Level 3 & 4
Experience:
- Counselling at Westmeria Counselling Agency
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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.
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
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer an initial consultation, which is a free fifteen minute phone call to discuss how I can help and whether we may be compatible.
