If you are reading this, it is likely that you are struggling to live fully and thrive. Feeling embarrassed or uncertain about reaching out? Please be assured: you are not alone in this!
In 2024 MIND’s Big Mental Health Report and BACP Public Perception Survey (*) revealed that…
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1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health problem each year
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1 young person out of 5 has mental health problems
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6069 death were caused by suicide (75% men) in 2023 alone
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55% feel pessimistic about the future
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75% feel impacted by political uncertainty and war
- 57% are impacted by worries about climate change
On a more encouraging note…
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72% stated it is more socially acceptable to seek therapy
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30% have more choice on how to access therapy compared to 18% in 2020
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13% of sessions were online compared to 1% in 2020
Good mental health is not simply the absence of psychological problems. It is also about thinking, acting and feeling in ways that helps you live joyfully, overcome challenges and flourish.
Since 2009 I have successfully helped many people tackle a wide range of issues. My clients can testify to the effectiveness of my sessions, and I can speak from personal experience about the benefits of therapy.
My practice is a safe, non-judgemental and empowering space. I see people from different ethnic backgrounds, nationalities, genders and sexual orientations.
Diversity is in my DNA. My first name is of ancient Latin origin but my family name is of Slavic heritage. I was born and raised in the German-speaking part of Switzerland to parents who originate from the opposite sides of the Italian peninsula (North-South divide). The playground and schooling exposed me to a rich, colorful mix of cultures and languages from day one. I played and learned with children and peers from Spain, Turkey, Germany, Italy, Africa, France and got to appreciate different customs and religions. At the same time I learned to speak English and embrace English culture very early on thanks to Cable TV in the mid 80’s when SKY TV was still in its infancy. All this has taught me to value and respect different cultures and races but also made me realise the importance of integrating wherever I go whilst staying true to myself. It is no surprise that I have a natural flair for foreign languages and can speak fluently in English, Italian and German.
I hold additional qualifications in working with couples & intimate partners. This means working with two or more partners in a joint session.
I work with both opposite and same sex couples and have additional training in working with diversity of culture, race, gender, sexual orientation and disability. I work in a sex positive and psychosexual informed way.
I have experience of working with couples who have children or have just welcomed their newborn babies.
My practice can help with issues including but not limited to:
***FREE*** First Step to Recovery
Struggling with one or several issues? Feeling low, lost or out of sorts without knowing why? Contact me in confidence!
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(*) BACP sample of 5000 people