It's Complicated

Lorena Fava

(she/her)

Counsellor

Available for new clients

I specialise in:

At a glance
London, United KingdomAvailable in-person and online
Usually responds within 24 hours

About me

I am a UKCP-registered psychoanalytic psychotherapist with a focus on helping individuals explore how unconscious patterns influence their thoughts, emotions, and relationships. Since 2017, I have worked in private practice, offering a reflective space to better understand the challenges people face and how past experiences may shape their present lives.

In addition to private practice, I have worked in a variety of clinical settings that have shaped my understanding of mental health. At Fairbridge Clinic, I managed assessments and referrals for those seeking affordable psychotherapy. At SANE, I supervised volunteers, developed training programs, and piloted a brief therapeutic intervention service. Earlier, at the Arbours Therapeutic Community, I supported residents experiencing severe psychological distress, facilitating group work and providing individual support in a residential setting.

My training at AGIP, the British Psychotherapy Foundation, and Birkbeck University has provided me with a strong foundation in psychoanalytic theory. I approach each client as an individual, offering a thoughtful and collaborative space to explore their experiences and work towards greater understanding.

I speak:

ItalianEnglish

Location:

N19 3TS London, United Kingdom

Approach

Treatment Approaches
Jungian therapyRecommended for those interested in diving deep into their unconscious mind to better understand themselves and grow emotionally.
PsychoanalysisRecommended for those who want to explore how their unconscious mind and early experiences affect their current behaviors and feelings.
Psychodynamic therapyRecommended for those looking to explore their emotions deeply and understand how past experiences shape their present life.

My approach combines contemporary psychoanalytic and Jungian perspectives, focusing on how unconscious patterns and past experiences influence the present. I aim to provide a thoughtful, non-judgmental space for exploration, fostering deeper self-awareness and understanding at your own pace.

Services

Intro Call

Free 20 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

£110 50 min Online & In-person

Individual Session

Sliding scale
£90 50 min Online & In-person

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
London, United KingdomAvailable in-person and online
Usually responds within 24 hours

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Next available: Aug 13