“Do not set aside your happiness. Do not wait to be happy in the future. The best time to be happy is always now.”
Roy T. Bennett
Welcome to MeaningfulLife Counselling. My name is Yevgeniya (aka Gen), and I am qualified and , BACP accredited online counsellor. I bring a unique, multicultural perspective to my online therapy sessions, built on my diverse background and personal experiences.
About Me
With a mixed-race background, I began my professional journey as a textile artist and art teacher. My career then transitioned to working as an interpreter/translator for international companies, which enabled me to travel extensively and appreciate the diversity of our world. My own journey of reflection on life challenges and personal development led me to the field of counselling.
My Approach to Counselling
In facing various life stages, relocations, and personal losses, I have understood the profound importance of talking therapy. The act of sharing and finding meaning in our existence is crucial. My experience enables me to support and empower others on their individual journeys, whether that involves healing, personal development, managing life’s difficulties, or finding meaning in their circumstances.
Experience with Special Needs
Supporting children with special needs in schools offered me valuable insights into the challenges faced by parents and teachers. It emphasizes the necessity to recharge and regroup to avoid burnout.
Professional Training
As an Accredited Humanistic Existential counsellor, my initial training has been further enhanced by professional education in bereavement, ASIST, Mental Health First Aid, CBT, and trauma. This diverse training allows me to tailor my practice to suit each unique client.
Existential psychotherapy
- Existential psychotherapy places emphasis on the human condition as a whole. It uses a positive approach that celebrates human capacities and aspirations.
Existential psychotherapy is based upon the fundamental belief that all people experience intrapsychic conflict due to their interaction with certain conditions inherent in human existence, which are known as givens.
The theories recognize at least four primary existential givens: Freedom and associated responsibility, Death, Isolation, Meaninglessness. A confrontation with any of the aforementioned conditions, or givens, fills an individual with a type of dread commonly referred to as existential anxiety. This anxiety is thought to reduce a person’s physical, psychological, social, and spiritual awareness, which may lead to significant long-term consequences.
People who maintain a healthy balance in this way are motivated to make decisions that can positively impact their lives, as well as the lives of their loved ones. Though these people may not know how their decisions will actually turn out, they do appreciate the need to take action while they can.
My therapy employs CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) tools and exercises to gently challenge negative thought processes that are impacting clients happiness and wellbeing.
I will work to create a safe, supportive space where clients will be able to explore themselves and their potential, ultimately working towards developing their own personal growth – mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
By leveraging my varied background and extensive expertise, I provide comprehensive online therapy and counselling services aimed at enhancing well-being and promoting personal growth.
I am a passionate learner and value the connection with other therapists through professional support groups. I love reading and constantly increase my professional knowledge attending courses and keeping up to date with all the latest information and implement accordingly.
My online practice includes regular clinical supervision, professional liability insurance and being a member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP), abiding by their ethical code of conduct.
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