Virginija Dalikaite

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Psychotherapist, GMBPsS, MBACP, MSc (Psyc), BA (Hons), DipHE

About me

 Everyone faces challenges at various points in life. Some experiences can unsettle our sense of self, bringing sadness, pain, or confusion. No one is immune to hardship or trauma, but even in overwhelming moments, hope and healing are possible. Taking the step to allow yourself to feel better is both important and courageous. Therapy provides a space to pause, reflect, and make sense of what’s happening in your life. Together, we can explore your inner world, understand how past experiences may be influencing you now, and discover new, healthier ways to cope with challenges.

I am a qualified psychodynamic psychotherapist and psychologist, registered with BACP, BPS, and UKCP, following their ethical guidelines.

My clinical experience also includes working with individuals diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). I previously held an honorary position at the South London and Maudsley (SLAM) NHS Foundation Trust, where I provided specialised treatment for people experiencing complex emotional and relational difficulties.

I offer weekday and evening appointments, and I reserve two low-cost spaces for people who might otherwise find therapy financially out of reach. I hold professional indemnity insurance and participate in regular supervision and ongoing training to support my development as a therapist and to ensure my clients receive the highest quality care.

Alongside my private practice, I work as the Clinical Lead at a local charitable psychodynamic counselling centre. This role is deeply meaningful to me, as it enables me to help make psychological treatment accessible to those in the community who might otherwise find it difficult to access the support they need. I’m passionate about creating opportunities for people to receive high-quality, affordable therapy and about supporting counsellors and psychotherapists in their professional development.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • 2023 - (currently studying) DCPsych Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy by Professional Studies, Metanoia Institute, Middlesex University
  • 2022  MSc Psychology, University of Greenwich, London
  • 2018 - MBT (Mentalization Based Therapy) training at IPTT Lambeth, SLAM NHS Foundation Trust
  • 2014 - BA (Hons) In Counselling, University of Greenwich, London
  • 2013 - HE Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling, University of Surrey.

Alongside my private practice, I have also served as an honorary psychotherapist for six years at the SLaM NHS Foundation Trust. There, I worked with clients diagnosed with EUPD, severe depression, anxiety, and various complex interpersonal issues, using both Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT) and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) models to guide my clinical work.

Languages: English and Lithuanian.

Member organisations

BACP
British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP)

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

British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy

Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£55.00 - £100.00

Concessions offered for

  • Low income
  • Keyworkers
  • OAPs
  • Students
  • Trainee counsellors
  • Unemployed
  • Refugees

Additional information

Initial session - £70

Regular weekly session (50 min) - 65

Student/Reduced - £55

For insurance companies, fees are available upon request.

When I work

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Employee Assistance Programme

Key details

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Additional languages

Lithuanian

Online platforms

FaceTime
Microsoft Teams
Whatsapp

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