Samia Nelson Psychotherapy
Space to be
Welcome
We all have times in life when we need support. Sometimes we can find it difficult to make sense of our experiences, finding it difficult to trust others or even ourself. You may wish to develop a better understanding of yourself or the dynamics of the relationships with those around you.
I offer culturally attuned therapy to individuals, couples and groups.
My intention is to cultivate an authentic, respectful relationship with you. Whatever you may be struggling with, together we can understand your difficulties and create a space for reflection and clarity, paving a path to change and growth.
About Me
Qualifications
​Certificate in Supervision with an Intersectional Lens
MSc Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy
Provisional Teaching & Supervising Transactional Analyst (PTSTA)
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Accreditation
​I am a member of the following institutions and abide by their code of ethics (UKCP) (ITAA) (EATA) (UKATA) (BAATN) & Metanoia Institute
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​I trained in Transactional Analyst Psychotherapy at The Metanoia Institute. As an integrative therapist, I draw on various modalities, believing each client deserves their own individualised therapy.​
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My work is rooted in a social justice approach and grounded in a philosophy of inclusiveness, embracing all cultures and identities. I pay close attention to the dynamics of power within relationships and to how social, cultural, and historical influences shape our sense of self. I have a deep regard for ordinary human suffering and welcome all experiences you may bring into the therapy room.
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I take a pluralistic approach to therapy, honouring the different ways people find healing and meaning. I’m especially interested in practices that support embodied awareness and I believe in the profound healing potential of groups and the power of community to nurture connection and growth.
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I am committed to creating a therapeutic environment that recognises and respects the richness of neurodiversity, sexual orientation, and gender identity. ​I also offer clinical supervision, teach and facilitate psycho-educational and therapeutic support groups.
I am an active, reflective practitioner, deeply committed to my own continuous personal and professional development, so I can provide effective ethical therapy.
Working together
My priority is to create a shared confidential space, where you can make sense of your experiences, enabling you to gain a deeper understanding of yourself.
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​​I believe relationships are at the heart of being human and our difficulties can be understood through exploring how we connect to ourselves and others around us. Thus, exploring the ebb and flow of our unique relationship will be central to the therapeutic effectiveness of our work together.
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Using my skills, knowledge, intuition, humour and empathic challenge, I will support you in navigating your internal world and help you understand how you relate to people and your environment. I genuinely believe if you are ready to receive the structure and support you need, you can make a change.
Individual Therapy
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​Sessions will take place at a mutually agreed time and day, each week, for 50 mins. At our initial consultation, we can explore your reasons for seeking therapy and experience what our time together will be like.
I work both short and long term open-ended. Depending on your expectations, we will work together for an agreed amount of time and review our work periodically.
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Relationship Therapy
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You may be stuck in unhelpful patterns of relating and could benefit from support in finding new ways to connect with each other. We will have an initial assessment, where we will agree on how best to work together and commit to a further six sessions. We can then review our work together and decide whether to continue for a longer period.
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Supervision
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I offer regular and ad hoc individual and monthly group supervision.
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Groups
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Please email me for information on current groups I am running or if you wish me to facilitate a therapy, support or process group for your organisation.
'The cave you fear to enter may hold the light you seek'
Jalal ad-Din Muhammed Rumi
Next Steps & Fees
Next Steps
We can arrange to speak on the phone (for approx.15 mins), to initially connect and answer any questions you may have. If after our conversation we both agree, we will book an initial assessment session, where we can explore what it will be like to work together.
Location
Our sessions will take place either on zoom or in person at
Aashna Counselling & Psychotherapy
1 Castle Mews, Castle Rd, London, N12 9EH
Fees
Individual £90 for 50 minutes.
I do offer a sliding scale with concessionary rates - these places are currently full.
Couples £100 for 60 minutes, £150 for 90 minutes
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Supervision £70 - £90 for 50 minutes
Cancellation policy
Cancellation of sessions with less than one week's notice will incur the full fee
Contact Me
Aashna Counselling & Psychotherapy
1 Castle Mews, Castle Road, N12 9EH
07753 204 295
