About me
Mina
I am an experienced humanistic counsellor. I specialise in supporting individuals with the complex emotions and overwhelm that come with caring for loved ones as they become more elderly and dependent. Often, a carer’s life becomes consumed by their role, until they no longer recognise who they are and what their life has become.
As someone with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, I also understand the challenges and losses experienced with this condition. I have known something of the trials of looking after someone else when you struggle to have the wherewithal to look after yourself.
Training as a counsellor is a journey I began over 20 years ago. Although life events kept putting things on hold, during that time I have been a mentor and supported a number of people in mental and emotional crises.
Now, I am grateful for the hiatuses as I gained many insights and experience which I believe have made me the counsellor I am today. I have also worked in a counselling services agency, supporting clients with a broad range of issues - including anxiety, depression, loss and carer burn-out - and those with a desire for a better understanding of themselves.
Online Counselling
Online sessions can be easier to access, fitting in better with your responsibilities or working hours. It is especially helpful if you have debilitating health conditions such as ME/CFS. Although I am based in the London Borough of Richmond UK (TW9/TW10 area), online counselling means you are not restricted to finding a practitioner who is based in your area. I also work with clients abroad.