About me
Hello, perhaps you've been thinking about counselling for a while but aren't quite sure where to start. Whatever brings you here, I want you to know that you don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out.
I believe that every person's story is unique, and our work together will always be centred around you. I offer a warm, safe and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, valued and accepted for who you are. Building a strong and trusting relationship is at the heart of my work, as I believe feeling comfortable and understood can help create the space for healing, growth and understanding.
My Experience
Throughout my professional career, I have worked with people aged 18–50 from a variety of backgrounds, nationalities and cultures. I have supported people experiencing difficulties including anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, identity, self-worth, burnout and loss.
Growing up in a Greek family and community has also given me personal experience of the challenges that can come with cultural differences and expectations. This has helped shape my understanding of difference and diversity, and the ways in which our backgrounds, families and cultures can influence how we see ourselves and experience the world around us.
Whether you're navigating personal difficulties, exploring your identity, or trying to understand patterns in your life, I recognise that your experiences are your own. You don't need to fit into a particular category or have one specific reason for seeking counselling to begin.
My Approach
I work integratively, combining person-centred and psychodynamic theories. For me, this means creating a supportive therapeutic relationship where you feel able to guide our sessions, explore what matters to you and work at a pace that feels comfortable.
You are the expert on your own life. My role isn't to tell you what to do or how you should feel, but to walk alongside you as we explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences together.
As our relationship develops, we can begin to explore not only what's happening in your life now, but also whether past experiences may be influencing how you feel, think or relate to others in the present. Sometimes, we may uncover feelings or patterns that you weren't previously aware of. This can offer opportunities to develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences.
There is no expectation to share everything straight away, and you don't need to find the perfect words to explain how you're feeling. Our work will be shaped around you, allowing you the time and space to explore things in a way that feels right. Counselling is a journey, and I will be alongside you every step of the way.
A Little More About Me
I was born and raised in Cheltenham, where I initially trained as a barber and spent ten years working in the profession. Although this gave me the opportunity to connect with people from all walks of life on a daily basis, I always felt a strong passion for helping others and found this incredibly rewarding.
Alongside this, being active has always been an important part of my life. Growing up, I played football, rugby, jujitsu and water polo, and nowadays I enjoy regular walks and going to the gym. Looking after my own mental wellbeing is something I value, and mental health has long been a subject that fascinates me.
Over time, my passion for helping others, combined with my interest in mental health and the many things that can affect it, led me towards a career in counselling.
Taking the First Step
Reaching out for counselling can feel daunting, particularly if you're unsure what to expect. You don't need to know exactly what you want to talk about, and you don't have to navigate everything on your own.
If you're considering starting counselling or have questions about my practice, please feel free to get in touch. I'd be happy to hear from you and discuss how we might work together.
You can contact me on 07587101018 (Call/Text/WhatsApp) or email me at counsellingwithstel@gmail.com
I offer face-to-face, online, telephone and walk and talk sessions
Training, qualifications & experience
My training and qualifications allow me to work as an integrative counsellor. This means that I use both Person-centred and Psychodynamic approaches.
CSK-L2 Counselling Skills (Level 2)
CST-L3 Counselling Studies (Level 3)
TC-L4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling (level 4)
I am currently undertaking an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy alongside my practice
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 National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society This Not For Profit association of counsellors and psychotherapists aim to support the counselling profession, members and training organisations. In 2013 the NCS register was accredited by the Professional Standards Authority under the Accredited Voluntary Register Scheme. Accredited by the Professional Standards Authority.
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
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
I offer a free 20 minute telephone consultation
I offer a discount on block payment sessions
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Further information
Counselling is a safe and confidential environment to allow you to work with someone who has been trained and has the knowledge and understanding required to support you. Over time, you will build a trusting relationship with your counsellor. It will allow you the space and opportunity to build self-confidence and develop a greater understanding of yourself, exploring both past and present difficulties in your life. This will provide you with the support needed to navigate the impacts past and daily events in life can have, bringing the unconscious into consciousness is a key part of your journey and allowing you to draw your own conclusions. Whatever the reason, whether you are repeating old habits, feeling overwhelmed by the present or feel past events are impacting your present life, counselling allows you to be you 100% of the time, and grow to develop your self-awareness and understanding.
