Anna Piechota:
Advanced Trainee Integrative Psychotherapist (UKCP)
About Me:
Hello, I’m Anna Piechota, a trainee integrative psychotherapist working in the reduced-rate therapy service at HQ Therapy Rooms at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston, Hackney, London, E8.
I’m currently completing an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy at the Metanoia Institute and am a Trainee Member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). My work is fully supervised, and I follow UKCP’s professional code of ethics.
How I Work:
I provide a warm, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on in your life. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or simply need a place to reflect, therapy can support you in making sense of your experiences and moving toward meaningful change.
I believe that the heart of therapy lies in the relationship we build together. I aim to create a space of trust and openness, where we can together reflect on your experiences, thoughts, and feelings. In our sessions, I pay attention to your external circumstances and to your inner world and how you relate to yourself and others.
We may explore how past experiences influence your present, as well as how you make sense of your life and the choices available to you. Through compassionate dialogue, I hope to help you feel more connected—to yourself, to others, and to what truly matters to you.
My approach is integrative, which means I draw from various therapeutic traditions—including psychodynamic, humanistic, and existential perspectives—to tailor the work to your individual needs.
What to Expect in Therapy:
Our initial sessions will be a time to get to know one another and explore what brings you to therapy. We’ll talk about your current challenges, what you’d like to work on, and what feels important to you. At a pace that feels right, we’ll explore your thoughts, feelings, and relational patterns, and reflect together on what’s emerging.
You don’t need to have all the answers—just a sense of curiosity about yourself and your experience is more than enough to begin.
Areas I Work With:
I have experience supporting clients with:
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Autism
- Addiction
- Stress
- Family conflict
- Depression and low mood
- Trauma and PTSD
- Identity and self-esteem
- Life transitions and uncertainty
- Relationship issues
- Bereavement and loss
- Sexual abuse
- Immigration and cultural challenges
- Workplace stress and burnout
As an immigrant myself, I understand the complexity of adjusting to life in a new country—the sense of disconnection, identity shifts, and the invisible pressures of adapting. These themes often come up in therapy, and I bring both personal and professional insight to working with them sensitively.
Background and Perspective:
Before training as a psychotherapist, I worked in human resources, which gave me an understanding of interpersonal dynamics and the pressures many people face in professional environments.
I also hold a Master’s degree in the history of Asian and African art, and my academic background in the arts has shaped my appreciation for how culture, creativity, and personal expression influence our inner worlds.
Having been a client in therapy myself, I know that starting this journey can feel vulnerable. I will meet you with care, respect, and curiosity—and walk alongside you as you explore whatever you’re ready to bring into the room.
***If you require more information and guidance about therapy, please use the contact form at the bottom of this page.***
