“Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.” Confucius (BQ)
Do you often feel overwhelmed by rejection, criticism, expectations or your own emotions?
Perhaps you have ADHD, suspect you may be neurodivergent, or have spent years feeling that you are somehow “too much”, “not enough” or simply different from everyone else.
At MeaningfulLife Counselling, I offer compassionate, affirming online therapy to help you understand yourself, build self-worth and develop a more accepting relationship with who you are. Book Your Free Consultation
You don’t have to keep struggling on your own
Maybe you appear to cope well from the outside, while internally you feel exhausted, overwhelmed or constantly second-guessing yourself.
You may recognise yourself in some of these experiences:
- Feeling deeply affected by criticism or perceived rejection
- Overthinking conversations and worrying about what others think
- Struggling with emotional regulation or becoming easily overwhelmed
- Finding everyday tasks unexpectedly difficult
- Feeling different, misunderstood or “not good enough”
- Experiencing perfectionism, procrastination or burnout
- Struggling with confidence and self-esteem
- Finding relationships complicated or emotionally exhausting
- Feeling anxious about disappointing people
- Suspecting you may have ADHD or another form of neurodivergence
If some of this sounds familiar, therapy can give you a safe space to make sense of your experiences — without judgement.
ADHD-affirming therapy that starts with understanding, not judgement
Living with ADHD can affect much more than concentration.
It can influence emotions, relationships, self-esteem, motivation, work, organisation and the way you see yourself.
For some people, discovering ADHD later in life can bring relief — but also grief, anger and questions about the past.
You may find yourself wondering:
“Why did nobody notice?”
“Why have I always struggled with things that seem easy for everyone else?”
“Why do I react so strongly to rejection?”
“What is wrong with me?”
Therapy can help you move away from self-blame and towards greater understanding and self-compassion.
My approach is not about trying to make you fit a particular mould. It is about understanding how you experience the world and finding ways of moving forward that work for you.
RSD & Rejection Sensitivity Therapy
Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) is a term commonly used to describe an intense emotional response to perceived rejection, criticism or failure, particularly in the context of ADHD.
You might experience:
- intense feelings after criticism
- fear of disappointing others
- avoiding situations where you might fail
- people-pleasing
- difficulty letting go of perceived rejection
- sudden emotional overwhelm
- shame or self-criticism
- withdrawing from relationships
- constantly analysing what you said or did
These experiences can be exhausting.
Therapy can provide a space to understand your emotional responses, explore the beliefs behind them and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
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From self-criticism to self-understanding
When you’ve spent years feeling different or struggling to meet expectations, it can be easy to develop a harsh inner voice.
You may constantly compare yourself with others.
You may feel that you should be doing more.
You may dismiss your achievements because they never seem “enough”.
Together, we can explore where these beliefs have come from and how they continue to affect your life.
Therapy can help you develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion and confidence — while creating space to understand what you genuinely want from your life.
A compassionate space to understand yourself
I believe therapy begins with feeling heard.
My role is not to judge you or tell you how you should live your life. Instead, I offer a safe, supportive space where we can explore what you are experiencing and what may be keeping you stuck.
My approach draws on different therapeutic perspectives, including CBT tools, while keeping the work collaborative and tailored to you.
I am particularly interested in helping clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, relationships and behaviour.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before you come to therapy.
You simply need to take the first step.
Meet Yevgeniya (Gen) Accredited BACP online therapist
I’m Yevgeniya, although most people call me Gen.
My own journey towards therapy began with recognising what it felt like to experience the world differently and to carry feelings of being overwhelmed, rejected or “not good enough”.
Through my own therapeutic journey, I discovered how powerful it can be to have someone genuinely listen without judgement.
That experience shaped the therapist I wanted to become.
Today, I provide online counselling for adults who want to understand themselves more deeply, navigate difficult life experiences and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
I bring professional training, lived experience, a multicultural perspective and a genuine curiosity about each person’s individual story.
You are not broken. You may simply have spent a long time trying to cope without being fully understood.
Online therapy, wherever you are in the UK
Therapy doesn’t have to involve travelling to an office.
Our sessions take place online, allowing you to access counselling from a private and comfortable space that works for you.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit therapy around work, family and everyday life while avoiding the additional stress of travelling to appointments.
Sessions are conducted through secure video conferencing.
What you can expect
A safe space
A confidential environment where you can talk openly.
A personalised approach
Therapy adapted to your individual needs, experiences and goals.
No judgement
You don’t need to explain or justify who you are.
A collaborative relationship
We work together rather than me simply telling you what to do.
Therapy for a range of life challenges
Alongside ADHD and RSD, I can support you with:
- Anxiety and panic
- Low mood
- Low self-esteem
- Emotional regulation
- Perfectionism
- Burnout and stress
- Relationship difficulties
- Attachment
- Emotional neglect
- Childhood experiences and trauma
- Life transitions
- Grief and bereavement
- Family dynamics
- Work-related stress
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What clients say about working with me
“Gen’s approach helped me to relax and feel truly heard.”
“She is gentle and reassuring, but guides you to explore and understand the more painful aspects of what you’re experiencing.”
“I felt listened to and in a safe environment to open up and talk about problems that I never felt I could.”
Starting therapy doesn’t have to feel overwhelming
1. Book a free consultation
Arrange a short introductory call to talk about what brings you to therapy and ask any questions.
2. We decide whether I’m the right therapist for you
There is no pressure or obligation to continue.
3. Begin your therapy journey
If we decide to work together, we’ll agree on a time that works for you and begin exploring what you would like to change.
You don’t have to understand everything before you ask for help
Perhaps you’ve been coping for years.
Perhaps you’re only just beginning to understand yourself.
Perhaps you simply know that something needs to change.
Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to work it all out alone.
Let’s start with a conversation.
Book Your Free 20-Minute Consultation
No obligation. A chance to talk about what you’re experiencing, ask questions and see whether therapy feels right for you.
“When a person realizes he has been deeply heard, his eyes moisten. I think in some real sense he is weeping for joy. It is as though he were saying, Thank God, somebody heard me. Someone knows what it’s like to be me.”
Carl Rogers
