Psychotherapeutic Counsellor in London & Online

Psychotherapeutic Counsellor in London

Individual and couples therapy, face-to-face in London and online in the UK and internationally.

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Ortensia Terzi

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My name is Ortensia (she/her). I am a BACP-registered psychotherapeutic counsellor and trainee psychotherapist, currently completing my Master’s degree in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy at the Metanoia Institute in London.

I support people who may be struggling with relationships, difficult emotions, or finding their way through life’s challenges.

I understand that reaching out for support is not always easy. I offer a calm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can speak openly and feel heard. Therapy can provide an opportunity to explore thoughts and feelings that may be difficult to share with friends or family.

There is no single reason to begin therapy. You may be feeling anxious, low, overwhelmed or stuck. You may be experiencing relationship difficulties, going through a significant change, or simply wanting to understand yourself more. Whatever brings you to therapy, you are welcome.

My approach is warm, collaborative and respectful. My role is not to tell you what to do, but to support you in finding your own voice and your own way forward. Together, we can explore what matters to you, develop an understanding of the patterns affecting your life and relationships, and help you make informed choices that feel right for you.

I offer counselling and psychotherapy in both English and Italian.

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Conditions I can help you with

My services

Anxiety

Boundaries

Depression

Direction

Relationships

Burnout & work stress

Self-esteem

Emotional Distress

An environment where you feel secure to
explore any aspect of your life 

Therapeutic approach

I approach my work relationally, meaning I prioritise building a relationship based on mutual trust, where you feel secure to explore anything you want. I aim to help you achieve your fullest potential in life, whatever that might look like. Working relationally means our relationship is an important part of our work.

Looking at how we relate to each other can give us clues as to how you might relate to people in general. This method allows us to identify blocks or areas for change, and help you achieve better communication and understanding in your relationship with yourself and others.

I am interested in how we experience our emotions within our bodies. How our bodies hold all our life experiences. I have also completed a 12 week mindfulness course. Healing the whole person, mind, body and soul is important to me.

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Working with me
will help you to:

  • Become more confident, happy and content with life.

  • Feel calmer and more in control of yourself and your life.

  • Recognise and address signs of workplace stress and burnout.

  • Become more aware.

  • Reduce your anxiety.

  • Improve your relationships.

  • Develop healthier boundaries.

  • Improve your communication. 

  • Deal with grief and loss. 

  • Become more aware of your thoughts, feelings and responses, creating pace for reflection and choice.

  • Build trust in your own judgement and feel confident in the decisions you make.

Fees and availability 

Initial consultation: £65‍ for 50 minutes

Individual Session: £65‍ for 50 minutes

Couples Session: £90‍ for 50 minutes

We will meet weekly for 50-minute sessions at a mutually agreed-upon time.

I work on a short-term and long term basis so your space will be available to you for as long or as little as you feel you need it.

I require one week’s notice of cancellations, sessions cancelled with less than seven days notice or non-attendance at sessions will be charged in full.

We all have patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that can be helpful or unhelpful.

Get in touch to arrange an initial consultation

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to arrange an initial consultation.

The initial consultation is a 50-minute session and gives us an opportunity to discuss what is bringing you to therapy, what you would like support with, and whether working together feels like a good fit.

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Initial consultation: £65 for 50 minutes.

Arrange an initial consultation

My location  

Location: East London, South West London

I offer online and face-to-face sessions.