Shona Gibbs

I am available for online and in-person sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesday and Thursdays.

Tuesdays: 09:00 -17:30 

Wednesdays: 09:00-20:30

Thursdays: 09:00 -17.30 

Hi there, my name is Shona and I am a counsellor and psychotherapist. I understand it can be daunting taking that first step in contacting a therapist. You may feel that you want to make changes to your life, you may want clarity over a life event or experience from the past or more recent, or you might simply feel that things cannot continue the way they are. Whatever your situation I offer a safe, warm and welcoming space.

I am eager to work across many issues but particular areas of professional interest include (but are not exclusive to) relationship issues, trauma, expatriation, grief, despair, loss, sexuality, 'third-culture kids', cross-cultural relationships, partners of those with addictions, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, spiritual/religious abuse, issues of/around twins, issues around sex work, partners (or family members) of those with addictions, the mother-daughter relationship and self-esteem/self-worth.

I practice in the English language but have worked with many clients for whom English is not their first language. In particular, I have a good understanding of the Italian culture.

I offer weekly online and in-person sessions (no monthly or fortnightly sessions).

I use what is known as a pluralist approach, meaning that whilst I draw on some of the more widely accepted psychological methodologies such as Person-centred, Psychodynamic and CBT, as well as using creative techniques, I seek to create an equitable, collaborative relationship with each client and together we work at finding the best course of counselling , one that reflects your unique personality, needs, wants and life experiences and where you are at in your life’s journey.

I invite you to take that first step. Choosing to commit to counselling is an act of bravery, self compassion and self love. If not now...then when?

I strive to treat each client with a non-judgemental attitude and with respect, acceptance, openness, honesty and integrity.

I am told I offer a warm and welcoming space to my clients particularly to those feeling lost, confused, angry, unsure, in pain, in despair, feeling vulnerable, sad, betrayed, hurt, lonely, stuck or simply uneasy.

My hope for you is that you use the time we have together to explore the impact of whatever you have come to counselling with and you feel safe enough to express worries, concerns, pain, grief, anger etc and eventually we can look at strategies to enable you to live a fuller life.

Our first sessions are really about getting to know each other and getting a feel for being in each others presence. You can ask any questions you might have and I may ask you a bit about why you've come to counselling. I will never force you to talk about anything you are not ready to talk about. This is your safe space.