About me
Hi and welcome.
I’m Tetiana, an Integrative Counsellor specialising in working with Compulsive Sexual Behaviours / Sex Addiction and Couples. I am ADHD informed and have extensive experience supporting clients with ADHD traits and executive functioning difficulties. I work with:
• Individuals who feel overwhelmed, ashamed, or stuck in repetitive sexual behaviours that may be affecting their relationships, self-esteem, work, and life in general.
• Couples and partners struggling with relationship strain, communication and intimacy issues, infidelity, and the impact of compulsive sexual behaviours.
• Clients presenting with ADHD, autism, depression and anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, childhood trauma, bereavement and loss, LGBTQ+ issues, low self-esteem, historical physical and sexual abuse, relationship issues, PTSD, etc.
Why Sex Addiction? What brought me to this field?
In my early clinical work, I noticed that some clients used compulsive sexual behaviours as a coping strategy to manage stress, anxiety, anger, shame and other challenging emotions, unmet relational needs. This inspired me to study the deep, often misunderstood and mistreated nature of compulsive sexual behaviour and how best to support clients struggling with it.
One might argue whether it is addiction and how it can be treated. This isn't a medically recognised diagnosis but there is evidence how sex or porn use can feel ‘out of control’ and cause you difficulty. It could include masturbation, watching porn, engaging in cybersex, sleeping with strangers, visiting sex workers, etc.
I conduct an in-depth assessment that can help to answer those questions and provide a thorough understanding of what’s beneath the surface and whether it causes any detrimental effects to one’s life.
Areas I Can Help With
· Sex and pornography addiction
· Affairs and infidelity
· Relationship and intimacy difficulties
· Shame, guilt, and self-criticism
· Trauma and emotional regulation
· Self-worth and self-esteem
My Approach
My approach integrates, person-centred therapy (PCT), cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and Transactional Analysis, psychodynamic therapy, attachment theory and mindfulness practices to address the root causes of various issues. In addition, I use tools from Gestalt approach and Therapeutic Coaching whenever necessary as well as rewinding technique to help clients to process their intense emotions, especially it is effective in working with PTSD. I offer tailored, empathetic interventions that empower clients and help them to meet their unique needs.
Together, we work to identify unhealthy patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and foster self-awareness, enabling you to regain control over your life and relationships. With a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I guide clients through a holistic process of healing that focuses on both emotional well-being and behavioural change.
As a member of BACP and ATSAC, I am trained in and have experience in working with a diverse group of clients (11-89) presented with ADHD, autism, depression and anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, childhood trauma and PTSD, bereavement and loss, low self-esteem, historic abuse, relationship issues, challenges of immigration, work-related issues, body image, shame, boundaries, attachment, BPD, etc. I have done this over a few years being in my private practice, working in a charity sector, providing short-term solution-focused counselling services to client's referred via employee's assistance programmes (EAP) and as a school counsellor.
My standard fees are £60 per session, I can provide concession fees and we can make arrangements depending on your financial circumstances.
Next Steps
If you are interested in us working together, send me a text message or email to arrange a 20-minute free phone call to have a better understanding whether we are the ‘right match’ and can work together before making any further commitments.
The following sessions are 50 min long and can be extended to one and a half session and subject to availability.
During the first session I will be aiming to find out more about you and how we can work together. We will possibly set a few points to focus on to achieve the best outcome. I will also be conducting some assessments to monitor your progress moving forward.
I conduct face-to-face therapy in the centre of Stockport and I also offer remote sessions (online and telephone).
Whether you are ready to make a change or still trying to make sense of what you’re experiencing, I’m here to help—without judgment, with care.
If you have any questions, please contact me via email or a text message to arrange an initial consultation and I will get back to you within 24 hours.
Training, qualifications & experience
I can help you to change your negative way of thinking by using a range of different techniques and skills tailored to meet your individual needs. I am constantly enhancing my knowledge and experience through continuous professional development.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) training for working with couples
- Therapy Institute - Certificate in Working with Couples
- CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Sex Addiction Counselling
- SEG Awards ABC Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
- SEG Awards ABC Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills
- Certificate in Online & Telephone Counselling
- Certificate in Foundation Course in Gestalt Counselling
- Certificate in Trauma and the role of Shame
- Certificate in Mental Health First Aid
- Certificate in Motivational Interviewing
Member organisations
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
Other areas of counselling I deal with
I have also completed a certificate in working with Couples, which enabled me to work with partners struggling with relationships strain, communication and intimacy issues, infidelity and the impact of compulsive sexual behaviours.
Therapies offered
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Fees
£60.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Additional information
Free 20 minutes consultation via phone or Teams
Individual counselling
£60 per 50-minute session and can take place online or in-person in Stockport.
Six sessions are priced at a total of £330 (£55 per session)
Compulsive Sexual Behaviour (Sex Addiction) Therapy
£70 per 50-minute session.
Six sessions are priced at a total of £390 (£65 per session)
These sessions are suitable for individuals navigating compulsive sexual patterns, porn/online behaviour, or intimacy difficulties.
Relationship/Couples Counselling
£80 per 60-minute session or £120 per 90-minute session.
Six sessions are priced at a total of £450 (£75 per session)
Couples sessions focus on rebuilding connection, understanding patterns and addressing relational or intimacy difficulties; includes couples affected by the impact of compulsive sexual behaviour.
Concessions/Reduced rates
I offer a limited number of reduced-fee spaces for students, those on low income or individuals facing financial difficulties, refugees. Please enquire about availability.
When I work
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Further information
My therapy room is in the heart of Stockport at Labyrinth Business Centre, where we can meet face-to-face, and you can experience calm and relaxing space to talk through your difficulties. I can also provide remote support through video or telephone calls to wherever you are in the world.
I offer a complimentary 20-min initial consultation where I will invite you to share what has brought you to counselling to understand how best I can help you.
During the first session I will be aiming to find out more about you and how we can work together. We will possibly set a few points to focus on to achieve the best outcome. I will also conduct some assessments to monitor your progress.
The following sessions are 50 min long and can be extended to one and a half session and subject to availability.
If you would like to reach out to ask questions or find out more about how I work, whether I am the ‘right’ counsellor for you, please message or email me to book a free 20-min initial call.
