About me
Hello, I am Tayou Chiu. As a UKCP & BACP-registered integrative psychotherapist, I adhere to their Ethical Framework. I see clients in person at Rivington Street in Shoreditch, London, and City Road Therapy.
Life is full of abundant experiences, including its ups and downs. You may find yourself trapped in repetitive patterns, unsure of how to break free, or you might feel that something isn’t quite right but can’t articulate it.
Deciding to seek support is a significant step, whether you are tired of struggling, merely managing life, or aspiring for more.
My practice offers a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where I am genuinely curious about how your life experiences have shaped who you are today. I aim to work relationally to help you understand your connections with yourself and others.
Born in Taiwan and living now in the UK, I have an understanding of navigating the complexities associated with cultural differences. I am particularly passionate about supporting individuals who feel marginalised by heteronormative and cisnormative societal norms.
Training, qualifications & experience
My professional background includes work within the NHS and the Third Sector, where I have supported individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and sexual health issues. Specialising in issues related to anxiety, low self-esteem, identity, sexuality, and trauma. I hold an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy (UKCP) from the Metanoia Institute in London. Currently, I'm furthering my knowledge in the Advanced Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Psychotherapy with NAOS, accredited by COSRT. I am also a proud ally of the LGBTQ+ community.
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.
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 - £90.00
Concessions offered for
Additional information
My fees are on a sliding scale ranging from £70 to £90 per session, depending on your income. The suggested rate is calculated as your annual income divided by 1,000, plus £15.
I also offer a limited number of concession rate slots please feel free to ask if this is something you’d like to discuss.
When I work
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Further information
If you’re interested in exploring therapy with me, please email me to discuss any logistical or practical questions. We can also set up a complimentary 15-minute phone call if that’s easier for you.
If it feels right, we’ll schedule an initial meeting to discuss your reasons for seeking therapy and ensure I am the right therapist for you. This meeting, as well as any future sessions, will last 50 minutes.
