Georgina Georgiou:
Trainee Humanistic Integrative Counsellor (BACP student member)
My name is Georgina Georgiou, I am a trainee Humanistic Integrative Counsellor working in the low-cost therapy and counselling service at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston and Dalston, Hackney, London E8.
I am currently studying for an Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling at CPPD Counselling School, and working towards accreditation with the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
As a student member of the BACP, I adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions, which provides the values and principles that inform my counselling practice.
My approach:
My therapeutic approach is Humanistic Integrative Counselling which focuses on the individual as a whole and draws on a range of different types of therapy and techniques including Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA) and Gestalt Therapy.
I believe that every client is unique, and by drawing on a range of different modalities, my approach can be adapted to best suit the needs of each individual client.
I aim to provide clients with genuine warmth and empathy, and I value open and honest communication. I aim to work collaboratively with clients to better understand all aspects of themselves, including their lived experience, background, and culture.
I provide a trusting, supportive, and non-judgmental space for clients to develop their capacity for self-development, creativity, self-awareness, and growth. I offer a safe and confidential space for each person to speak freely, explore possibilities and be heard.
I am happy for our work together to be guided by your goals, at a pace that feels right for you, and I look forward to being part of your journey of self-exploration.
My background:
I have worked for many years in disability services with adults in higher education experiencing a range of long-term conditions, such as mental health (e.g., anxiety, depression), physical health, SpLD (dyslexia, dyspraxia), ADHD, ASD/Autism, sensory impairment, mobility difficulties.
My work with clients who experience complex needs has provided me with the insight that everyone’s struggles are unique, and I believe strongly that equality of opportunity is essential for all.
I have experience in Structural Life Coaching in private practice, working with clients in a solution-focused way. This work has helped me reflect on the importance of supporting clients to grow and achieve their goals through small and manageable tasks.
I conduct my sessions in English, but also speak Greek. I am currently available to work with short-term and long-term clients via in-person appointments or online (e.g., Zoom).