It's Complicated
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Aby Yousefi

Psychodynamic Counsellor

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As your therapist, I'll assist you in uncovering patterns that affect your life. Together, we'll work towards helping you connect with your true self, gaining clarity and control over your behaviours.
  • €100 / session
Based inBerlin
Last active
80+ sessions on It's Complicated
3 years at It's Complicated
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About me

In 2002 I embarked on a rigorous and enriching training at WPF in London that included depth work of an experiential, clinical and academic nature. I qualified with a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Counselling in 2006.

Furthermore, having spent a significant part of my life as an expatriate, I've gained insight into the complexities that often arise following relocation to a foreign land. Such transitions can magnify existing issues, leaving individuals feeling exposed and besieged.

Clients commonly come to therapy with an array of concerns, such as:

- I don‘t deserve to be in this job, I feel like a fraud
- I am dependent on approval/validation of others
- My relationship doesn't feel the same anymore
- I've started to feel really empty recently
- I am really dissatisfied with my life right now
- I don‘t trust other people
- I want to understand myself better and find clarity for my behaviour and patterns
- Something happened in my childhood that has started to bother me recently
- The effects of my/my partner's anxiety and depression have started to compromise other areas of my life
- I struggle with insomnia and anxiety

My approach

Primarily, my approach prioritizes honouring the uniqueness of every client and the challenges they bring. I strive to create a supportive atmosphere where individuals can delve into their emotions securely and according to their own timeline.

In my practice, I draw from a diverse skill set acquired over the years. I may utilize techniques such as EMDR (Eye Movement De-sensitization and Reprocessing), CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), and Compassionate Inquiry. My work is rooted in a foundation of Psychodynamic training.

In certain phases of life, having someone to journey alongside us, devoid of criticism and outside pressures, becomes crucial. My aim is to fulfill this role as a compassionate observer, bearing witness to your journey of evolution and transformation.

If you're searching for a' therapist near me ', I offer in person and remote sessions in English and Farsi, my native languages, providing healing and support tailored to your needs.

Where I practice

Qualifications and experience

Education
March 2024 - Psychedelic Assisted Therapy, Institute of Psychedelic Therapy, UK 2022-23 - Compassionate Inquiry therapy training with Gabor Mate 2021 - EMDR Training - Integrated Trauma Solutions Ltd, UK 2005-6 - CBT Skills Course, WPF Therapy, London 2002- 2006 - Post Graduate Diploma Psychodynamic Counselling , WPF with University of Roehampton, UK 2001 - Introductory Course to Psychodynamic Counselling, WPF with University of Roehampton, UK 2000 - Foundation Course in Person Centred Therapy, KCC , London
Experience
2024 - Xenion - a psychosocial association providing therapy to refugees and victims of torture. 2020 - 2021 Online Trauma-informed individual counselling at Apranik and Omid Foundation. Working with survivors in refugee camps in Greece online. 2015 - 2023 Individual counselling and art workshops with various organisations in Berlin with migrant and refugee community in English and Farsi/Dari . 2006 - Present Set up private practice in London, UK and online 2002-2003 Counsellor and Group Co-ordinator at Kids Company in London working through play and art with primary school children. 2001-2002 Caseworker for victims of trauma at Freedom From Torture , London
Languages
English
Persian
Insurances
Private Pay
  • €100 / session
Based inBerlin
Last active
80+ sessions on It's Complicated
3 years at It's Complicated
Available in-person
Available online
Usually responds within one day

Availability

Usually responds within one day