Aby Yousefi
Psychotherapist & Counsellor
Available for new clients
With compassion, open-heartedness, and curiosity, I’ll help you uncover the patterns shaping your life. Together, we’ll work toward connecting with your authentic self, fostering clarity and growth.
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At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's Complicated550+ sessions on 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 feel like a fraud/imposter
- I am dependent on approval/validation of others
- I feel really empty inside
- I am really dissatisfied with my life right now
- I have a hard time trusting people
- I want to better understand myself and find clarity for my behaviour and patterns
- Something happened in my childhood that has started to bother me recently
- The effects of my/partner's anxiety and depression have started to compromise other areas of my life
- I struggle with insomnia and anxiety
- I want to improve my relationships with others
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP) and the Institute of Psychedelic Therapy (IPT)
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 feel like a fraud/imposter
- I am dependent on approval/validation of others
- I feel really empty inside
- I am really dissatisfied with my life right now
- I have a hard time trusting people
- I want to better understand myself and find clarity for my behaviour and patterns
- Something happened in my childhood that has started to bother me recently
- The effects of my/partner's anxiety and depression have started to compromise other areas of my life
- I struggle with insomnia and anxiety
- I want to improve my relationships with others
I am a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP) and the Institute of Psychedelic Therapy (IPT)
I speak:
EnglishPersian
Location:
Karl-Schrader-Straße, 10781 Berlin, Germany
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Approach
Treatment Approaches
EMDRRecommended for those dealing with trauma who want to process painful memories in a structured way to reduce their emotional impact.
Psychedelic integration therapyRecommended for those who have had psychedelic experiences and want help understanding and integrating the insights into their everyday life for personal growth and self-discovery.
Psychodynamic therapyRecommended for those looking to explore their emotions deeply and understand how past experiences shape their present life.
Primarily, my approach prioritises 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 therapeutic toolkit, including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and Compassionate Inquiry, all while remaining rooted in a psychodynamic foundation. I prioritize each client’s unique journey, supporting them in integrating their experiences into everyday life with intention and clarity.
I offer preparation and integration support for individuals exploring psychedelic experiences as part of their personal growth journey. Grounded in a psychodynamic approach, I help clients set meaningful intentions, process insights, and integrate these experiences in ways that foster lasting self-awareness and healing.
Psychedelics have long been recognized for their potential to deepen self-understanding, promote emotional healing, and expand consciousness. However, these experiences can be profound and challenging, requiring careful reflection and integration. My role is to provide a safe, supportive space for clients to explore these experiences—honouring their depth, helping them navigate difficult emotions, and making sense of the insights that arise.
In my practice, I draw from a diverse therapeutic toolkit, including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and Compassionate Inquiry, all while remaining rooted in a psychodynamic foundation. I prioritize each client’s unique journey, supporting them in integrating their experiences into everyday life with intention and clarity.
I offer preparation and integration support for individuals exploring psychedelic experiences as part of their personal growth journey. Grounded in a psychodynamic approach, I help clients set meaningful intentions, process insights, and integrate these experiences in ways that foster lasting self-awareness and healing.
Psychedelics have long been recognized for their potential to deepen self-understanding, promote emotional healing, and expand consciousness. However, these experiences can be profound and challenging, requiring careful reflection and integration. My role is to provide a safe, supportive space for clients to explore these experiences—honouring their depth, helping them navigate difficult emotions, and making sense of the insights that arise.
Experience
22 years in practice550+ sessions on It's Complicated
2024 - Present
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
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
Education
March 2024- Current - 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
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
Cost
Individual Session
€120
Insurances
Private Pay
At a glance
Last active
Experienced on It's Complicated550+ sessions on It's Complicated
Usually responds within 24 hours
Next available: May 1