Nicoletta Katseniou
Edinburgh Counsellor and Psychotherapist
ASSOCIATE of THE LIFE ACADEMY
About Me
Hello and welcome!
I’m Nicoletta, originally from Greece but currently based in Edinburgh.
Having benefited invaluably from therapy during my own healing journey, I believe that change is possible with support from the right therapist. In my practice, I work in a relational way prioritising the therapeutic relationship and offering a safe and supportive space where you can bring all parts of yourself without fear of judgement or rejection. Together, at a pace that suits you, we will engage in gentle and explorative conversations about your life and the impact of past and present experiences on your feelings and the way you relate to yourself and others.
As we do not live in a vacuum, I am particularly passionate about integrating social justice into therapy. This means moving away from pathologising emotional distress and instead acknowledging, in our sessions, the contribution of environmental, social/cultural, and economic factors to the origin and maintenance of psychological difficulties. This approach has strongly informed my work with female survivors of domestic abuse during the last three years.
As an immigrant myself, I bring my own lived experience of immigration and its impact on our sense of self and identity. Having lived, worked and studied in international environments for nearly 15 years now, I embrace diversity in all its forms. My practice is inclusive of gender, sexual and relationship diversity (GSRD), neurodivergence, LGBTQIA and BIPOC+ affirming.
Approach
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), but I practice integratively tailoring my approach to meet your unique needs. As such, I draw from a range of modalities including CBT, Narrative Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Internal Family Systems. My approach is based on the core principles of trauma-informed practice, which means that I work within a non-hierarchical framework that offers safety, choices, collaboration, trustworthiness, and transparency.
My practice is open to anyone aged 16+. I offer both in-person and online sessions, and I work in English and Greek.
Education
● Diploma in Counselling and Groupwork - A CBT Approach, The Centre of Therapy and Counselling Studies.
● Certificate in Counselling Skills, The Centre of Therapy and Counselling Studies.
● MSc in Development, Disorders & Clinical Practice, University of York.
● MSc in the Psychology of Mental Health, University of Edinburgh.
● CPD trainings on various areas, including complex trauma, Narrative Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
Experience
● Mental Health Practitioner at Edinburgh Women’s Aid - I developed and facilitated the Mental Health Advocacy & Therapy Service.
● Volunteer counsellor at Wellbeing Scotland.
Expertise
I have experience working with adults from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in the following areas:
● Complex trauma & PTSD
● Domestic Abuse/Coercive Control
● Anxiety and panic
● Depression
● Loss
● Self-esteem
● Life Transitions (e.g. moving countries)
● Identity/ Sense of Self
Memberships
Registered Member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP): 399860
PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups scheme) Registered Member.
ICO (Information Commissioner's Office) registration reference ZB688527
Fees
£60 per session (50 minutes).
£50 for trainee counsellors and students.
Location
I work from the Life Academy Wellbeing Centre at 3B Greenhill Park, Bruntsfield, Edinburgh EH10 4DW. The Centre is situated in a transport hub and is easily accessible by bus or car. Free, private parking is available on request.
Contact
To make an appointment or discuss whether I am the right therapist for you, please complete the form below. I will try to respond to you within three days.
I look forward to hearing from you.