Zena Cains

Hello my name is Zena, I have over 20 years experience of providing therapy for trauma, anxiety, depression, attachment issues as well as a wide range of issues.

I can appreciate that going to counselling, especially for the first time can be a daunting experience and it can be hard to take that first step.

I offer a non judgemental and confidential space to explore. 

In my private practice I work with a wide variety of concerns, such as relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, abuse, feelings of emptiness, problems with coping and lack of confidence.

A bit about me:

Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor: 

• Providing individual counselling for adults, couples, and adolescents with a wide range of issues.
• Providing clinical supervision for counsellors.
• I also work with adoptive families through their adoption support teams.

I have been working as counsellor and psychotherapist for over 20 years. Alongside my general practice, I have worked with LAC Children and Families, primarily through their Permanency and Post Adoption Service, offering therapeutic services to Adopted children, parents, and their families. This has included preparing children for permanency, supporting transitions to adoption, and supporting placements thereafter.

I work in a collaborative way, tailoring my approach to the presenting needs and problems of my clients. As a humanistic counsellor, I believe that human beings seek to grow and move towards a deeper understanding and acceptance of themselves and others. The process of developing a therapeutic relationship is central to the work. This is based on my belief that much healing, growth and understanding occurs in this setting and in the relationship.

My practice is informed by various pieces of training, these qualifications are listed below. This diversity gives me the ability to work flexibly and creatively according to the needs of my client or clients.

I continue to study and attend training days on a regular basis. I am very interested in neuroscience and how this can help us gain a greater understanding of our emotional worlds.

I have had the experience of working as a therapist in a psychotherapy department, counsellor for a youth counselling organisation, Various Adoption Agencies, Local Authority’s, EAP’S and private practice.

I am a BACP member and I adhere to the Code of Ethics and practices of the (BACP) British Association of Counsellors and Therapists. As part of continued professional development, I regularly attend study days and training. I receive regular clinical supervision.

Issues related to Adoption via RAA'S