“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” Carl Rogers
ABOUT
Hello, I'm Klara, a counsellor and hypnotherapist. You might be here because something in your life feels difficult right now. Perhaps you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, anger, grief, relationship difficulties, or low self-worth. Or maybe you feel disconnected from yourself, from others, or from the life you’re living.
Our wellbeing often rests on three simple foundations: feeling safe, being able to trust, and feeling connected. When these are disrupted, even in subtle ways, it can shape how we experience ourselves and the world around us. Many of the ways you cope today once helped you get through challenging experiences. They made sense at the time. But sometimes those same patterns can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or overly self-critical. I offer a supportive space where we can explore what’s happening for you. Together we become curious about your thoughts, emotions and patterns, not to judge them, but to understand them. My approach is warm, down-to-earth and collaborative. I meet you as a person, not as a problem to be fixed. We may also gently explore what your body is telling you, because emotions often show up there first and can give us important clues about what you need.
Although this work can be meaningful and deep, it doesn’t always have to feel heavy. There is room for lightness too. I’m simply another human finding my way through life.
TYPES OF THERAPY OFFERED
COUNSELLING
Counselling can support you through a wide range of life’s challenges. Here are some of the areas it can help with:
Relationship Issues
Whether it’s with a partner, family member or friend, counselling can help you work through communication problems, conflict, or the pain of separation or divorce.
Life Changes
Major life events like losing a job, changing careers, bereavement, or adjusting to new circumstances can be difficult. Counselling offers support to help you manage these transitions and find your way forward.
Trauma and Abuse
If you’ve experienced trauma or abuse, counselling provides a safe and confidential space to explore your experiences and begin the healing process.
Low Self-Esteem and Confidence
Counselling can help you build self-esteem, feel better about yourself and develop more confidence in everyday life.
Addiction
Whether you're recovering from substance use or another form of addiction, counselling can help address the underlying issues and support your recovery and relapse prevention.
Stress and Anxiety
If you often feel stressed or anxious, counselling can help you understand what’s going on and offer tools and strategies to manage these feelings more effectively.
Depression
Talking to a counsellor can help you make sense of your experience, learn new ways to manage your symptoms, and improve your overall sense of wellbeing.
Grief and Loss
Losing someone or something important can be incredibly hard. Counselling can offer support as you work through the grieving process at your own pace.
Anger
If anger feels difficult to manage, counselling can help you understand what’s behind it and find healthier ways to cope and express yourself.
Health Issues
Living with a physical or mental health condition can be emotionally challenging. Counselling can offer support to help you cope and feel more in control.
HYPNOTHERAPY
Hypnotherapy can support you with a wide range of issues by helping you make positive changes in the way you think, feel and behave:
Emotional and Psychological Support
Hypnotherapy can help with stress and anxiety, including general anxiety, exam nerves, and social anxiety.
It can also support you in building self-esteem, boosting your confidence, managing anger, and improving sleep, particularly if you struggle with problems like insomnia.
Behavioural and Habitual Issues
If you're trying to break habits or change behaviours, hypnotherapy can be a useful tool. It’s commonly used to support:
Quitting smoking
Managing weight
Stopping nail biting
Reducing teeth grinding
Addressing hair pulling
Improving motivation and setting goals
Performance and Personal Development
Hypnotherapy can help you feel more confident and focused in situations where you want to perform at your best, such as:
Speaking in public
Taking part in sports
Sitting exams or tests
Managing stress and nerves related to work or performance
EDUCATION,TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
As a member of the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), I follow their Code of Ethics to make sure my work with you is always responsible and professional. I meet regularly with a supervisor to reflect on my practice and stay guided, and I am committed to continuing my personal and professional development so I can provide the best support possible.
PHONE
ADDRESS
Wesley Methodist Church
Christ's Pieces
Cambridge
CB1 1LG
Because of the nature of my work, I am not always able to check my phone during the day. I usually respond after finishing counselling sessions. Please feel free to email me or leave a voicemail, and I will aim to get back to you within 48 hours.
Contact outside of sessions is limited to arranging or cancelling appointments.
If you are in crisis or need urgent support, please call 999 or contact one of the following services:
Samaritans: 116 123 (FREE 24/7)
Cambridge Samaritans: 01223 355 555
Lifeline: 0808 808 2121
NHS 111 (SELECT THE MENTAL HEALTH OPTION FOR 24/7 SUPPORT)
SHOUT text "SHOUT" to 85258