I warmly welcome you to a journey of coming home to yourself in this supportive space.
Here, we'll go beyond simply talking about your patterns and instead explore and integrate the deep somatic wisdom held within your body, alongside the intelligence of your heart and the stillness of your mind. This unique journey can lead you to a deeper connection with who you truly are, strengthen your authentic expression, and unlock the potential to move beyond perceived limitations.
About me
My name is Beata and I am a qualified Counsellor trained in Other-Centred Therapy, a unique approach integrating Western psychotherapy with key principles of Buddhist psychology. I am also a certified Purpose Discovery Guide™ .
My professional journey includes 19 years dedicated to supporting vulnerable adults experiencing homelessness in London. This extensive experience has provided me with a profound understanding of human resilience, the impact of adversity and trauma and the crucial importance of a compassionate and non-judgmental approach. These invaluable insights deeply inform my psychotherapeutic work with individuals navigating a wide range of life's challenges.
My practice is rooted in my deep intention to create a safe and supportive space where you feel truly seen and heard. I am dedicated to building a therapeutic relationship based on trust and integrity, gently guiding your inner exploration and empowering your inherent capacity for healing and growth.
Drawing upon my deep understanding of the human experience and my training in various therapeutic approaches, including Buddhist psychology, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Focusing, Transparent Communication, Trauma Healing, Shadow Work and Purpose Discovery. My integrative approach provides a gentle and collaborative engagement to support your unique needs and growth. My aim is to help you uncover your inherent wisdom, navigate life's challenges, and move towards a more authentic and fulfilling life aligned with your true self.
My academic background includes a Master's degree in Literature, a humanistic discipline that has fostered my appreciation for metaphor, symbolism, and the archetypal patterns within human stories – elements that provide a rich framework for understanding the complexities of the human psyche.
The Modalities That Guide My Work
My work is informed by a variety of powerful modalities, which I integrate to create a holistic approach to support your individual needs. At the heart of my work is a deep knowing that you possess inherent wisdom and inner guidance, along with a natural ability to grow and heal, allowing you to show up authentically, no matter your history. I am passionate about creating supportive and transformative spaces where you can connect with this inner knowing and explore your deepest self.
In our work together, you'll experience a deeply present and caring space that honors your unique journey, inviting you to explore all aspects of yourself, both light and shadow, deepening a sense of inner wellness and wholeness.
My approach is brought to life through the integration of several key modalities:
Rooted in contemporary understandings of trauma and its impact on the nervous system, I create a supportive space to gently and safely process past experiences, understand their effects, and work towards regulation and resilience, providing practical tools for feeling more grounded and secure.
I guide you to cultivate a deeper awareness of the present moment, fostering grounding, self-understanding, and a capacity to navigate your experiences with clarity and intention, allowing you to see them more clearly and act with greater awareness. This approach is inspired by those that emphasize presence and clear relational awareness, such as Transparent Communication.
Informed by Buddhist psychology's understanding of how suffering largely comes from our mind's continuous creation and identification with its own narratives. We'll explore how an ego is not a fixed entity, but a dynamic story woven in each moment. This profound understanding cultivates deep self-awareness, helping you to unravel unhelpful patterns and connect with your inherent wellbeing.
Based on the experiential work of Eugene Gendlin, Focusing is a process of inner awareness that encourages a direct, experiential engagement with your body's wisdom – the "felt sense." By approaching your inner world with gentle curiosity and self-compassion, we can unlock unexpected insights and resolutions that lead to lasting change and healing.
Drawing upon the transformative framework of IFS, we'll explore the different "parts" within you with curiosity and compassion, fostering greater self-acceptance, inner harmony, and a stronger sense of your central, present Self.
Drawing upon the foundational work of Carl Jung, we'll mindfully explore the hidden and rejected aspects of yourself – the parts we may have pushed away. This process includes understanding how these unconscious elements often manifest in our reactions to and projections onto others, fostering deeper self-understanding and a greater sense of wholeness.
Engaging in Soulwork: Drawing upon my training as a Purpose Discovery Guide, inspired by the work of Jonathan Gustin, I support you in engaging in "soulwork" to uncover your unique gifts, passions, and a deeper sense of meaning and direction in your life – that core essence of who you are wanting to live through you and guide your path.
Sessions & Fees
My practice currently operates fully online, offering flexible and accessible sessions to support you wherever you may be.
I am developing plans to offer in-person sessions as my practice evolves.
For those engaging in Purpose Discovery and soul work, I also intend to offer sessions in natural settings, recognizing the powerful role of the environment in fostering self-awareness and connection.
My online therapy sessions are 60 minutes and currently offered on a sliding scale between £40 and £50.
My Journey Home
From my earliest memories, the world often felt like a turbulent sea. Childhood abandonment and an unsafe environment created deep stress. These challenges became the foundation of my path. My journey became one of discovery, revealing the inherent belonging, safety and wholeness that always resided within.
By exploring my deep hurts, disowned parts and a dysregulated nervous system, I learned how to gently be with my fragmented experiences. I didn't try to change them. I simply listened. This allowed a powerful inner presence to unfold naturally, guiding me forward to inherent wholeness and inner safety, no matter what I face. This nurturing and guiding presence became a constant companion, calling me back to my body, my breath, and myself. Home isn't a fixed destination. It's an active practice of being present with whatever arises in a given moment.
Today, the fulfilment I find in this work is immense. My purpose is to create a safe, nurturing space for your unique exploration. I'm here to gently walk alongside you, respecting your unique experience every step of the way. I support your inherent capacity for healing and growth, empowering your journey towards a more authentic and aligned life. It is a privilege to share this path with you.
Get in Touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how psychotherapy works or if you’d like to arrange an appointment. This will give us the opportunity to discuss what’s bringing you to therapy and whether I’m the right fit to support you.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential.