FAQ’s

  • That’s completely fine. You don’t need to know what to say, how counselling works or what you’re supposed to do.

    We can take some time to talk about what has brought you to counselling and what you would like support with, and go at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

    The first session is also a chance to get a sense of whether counselling - and working with me - feels right for you.

    You’re not making a commitment by coming along, and it’s completely okay if you decide it isn’t the right fit or that you don’t want to continue.

  • I have experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns and life experiences, including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression and low mood, bereavement and grief, trauma, illness, low self-esteem, relationship and family difficulties, gender identity and sexuality, sexual abuse, loneliness, work-related stress, performance and confidence, and feeling stuck.

    You don't need to have a specific diagnosis or know exactly what's wrong to come to counselling. We can start with whatever is bringing you to therapy and explore what you need together.

  • The first session is an opportunity for us to talk about what has brought you to counselling and what you would like support with.

    We can begin to explore what’s going on for you, what you might hope to get from counselling and how we might work together.

    There’s no need to prepare anything in advance or know exactly what to say. The first session is also a chance for you to get a sense of what it’s like to work with me and decide whether it feels like the right fit for you.

  • Sessions are usually weekly, as this can provide a helpful rhythm and continuity to our work together.

    However, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach, and we can talk about what feels right for you depending on your circumstances and what you’re looking for from counselling.

  • Your therapy is your decision, and you can choose to stay for as long as you feel it is useful and helpful to you.

    I usually recommend starting with around 10 sessions, which gives us enough time to build a relationship, explore what’s going on and give the therapy a chance to do its thing.

    Some people feel they’ve got what they need after a few sessions, while others find longer-term therapy more helpful.

    We can regularly check in together about how things are feeling and whether continuing feels right for you.

  • I offer a free, 15-minute introductory call, where you can ask questions and get a feel for whether we may be the right fit.

    You can also book a one-off single session of counselling, or a longer Wellbeing MOT to explore things in more depth without committing to ongoing session.

  • I have experience in the following areas, although this is not an exhuastive list and I welcome whatever you feel you need to bring to your counselling sessions.

    • Anxiety, depression & overwhelm

    • Low self-esteem

    • Trauma & PTSD

    • Relationship and intimacy issues

    • Family dynamics

    • High-performance pressure and confidence

    • Identity & life transitions

    • LGBTQ+ experience

    • ADHD and neurodivergence challenges / new diagnosis of a medical condition

    • Grief, loss & endings

    • Burnout & work-related stress

  • Individual counselling sessions cost £85 for a 50-minute session. Couples sessions are priced at £130 or £185 for either a 50 or 90 minute session.

  • Yes. I am registered with AXA, Aviva, Bupa and WPA, and welcome clients who would like to use their private health insurance to cover individual therapy sessions.

    I recommend checking with your insurer before booking to confirm your cover and number of sessions you are entitled to.

    I do not accept insurance for couples sessions, single session counselling sessions or Wellbeing MOTs,

  • I offer a limited number of reduced-rate sessions for people experiencing genuine financial difficulty, including students and those receiving benefits.

    If cost is a barrier to accessing counselling, please get in touch to discuss whether a concessionary rate may be available.

  • I offer relationship counselling and I work with different types of adult relationships, including couples, families and multi-partnered relationships.

    When working with people in relationships, I will often do a handful of sessions with all parties on an individual basis to support our relationship work.

  • Yes. I offer in-person sessions in Shoreditch, Camden and Finchley, as well as online sessions via Zoom.

    Online sessions are available to clients across the UK and Europe.

    1. IN-PERSON:

      Therapy Space East, 2 Blackall Street, Shoreditch, London EC2A 4AD.

      The closest stations are Old Street (5 minute walk), Shoreditch High Street (8 minute walk) and Liverpool Street (10 minute walk)

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      Aashna Counselling and Psychotherapy, 1 Castle Mews, London N12 9EH.

      The closest stations are Woodside Park (8 minute walk) and North Finchley Bus Station (3 minute walk)

      Camden Therapy, 152 Camden High St, London NW1 0NE.

      Camden Therapy is less than a minute’s walk from Camden Town Underground Station and is on a number of bus routes.

    2. ONLINE VIA ZOOM:

      Available UK-wide and to clients across Europe