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Maya Grudnowska Therapy
Become Your Authentic Self
Welcome, and thank you for visiting my website. My name is Maya Grudnowska and I am a fully qualified (M.A. Pysch., PGDipPsych), insured, and BACP registered counsellor and psychotherapist for adults (18+) offering therapy in North London, Farringdon, Islington, Angel, Holborn, King's Cross and Clerkenwell. I offer sessions both in-person and online..
My psychotherapy practice is a safe space where you can feel seen, heard, and attended to.
As a therapist I am here to help you to listen to yourself and facilitate a deeper understanding of what it is that is bothering you, or keeping you stuck, so that you can move forward with renewed confidence and self-compassion.
I hold a Postgraduate Diploma (PGDipPsych) and a Master’s degree (M.A. Psych) in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from the University of Roehampton (BACP Accredited), as well as a BA in English Literature from Sussex University.
I am a bilingual therapist, fluent in both English and Polish. I have a particular interest in cultural issues, identity, and how our cultural and social environment shapes us.
My background in English Literature and my love of stories has enriched my psychotherapy learning. We all have a story to tell, and psychotherapy allows us to share our story and make sense of it, or offer a new perspective.
I have worked with a range of adults from 19 years old to late middle age. I have particular experience working with anxiety issues, panic attacks, low mood, stress, low-self esteem, and bereavement/loss.
As a registered professional I am committed to continuous CPD and regular supervision to enhance my practice and promote safe and ethical working.
Together, we explore what it is that is holding you back, and with new insight and understanding, you can rebuild yourself as the person you truly are.
As an Integrative therapist, I am trained to work within a range of key modalities, such as Humanistic, Psychodynamic, and CBT. However, as each individual is unique, so is the process of therapy and the relationship developed in the therapy room. That is why it is so important to find a therapist that is the right fit for you, and I know how daunting this can be. I offer a free, no obligation, initial 15-minute phone call to talk a bit more about what brings you to therapy, and if I might be the right therapist for you.
Part of the work is being listened to and heard, in a safe, non-judgemental, and confidential space. We will work at a pace that is comfortable for you, and regularly check in on your therapeutic goals.
Therapy will help you to change your ways of relating to others, break old emotional patterns, and understand how your past has shaped you. It will help you to increase your self-awareness and approach life’s difficulties and challenges with resilience and a stronger sense of self.
Humanistic Therapy
Humanistic therapy is rooted in the premise that all humans are inherently good and have the potential to grow and change in a positive direction, within the optimum conditions of empathy, non-judgement, and warmth.
Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychodynamic therapy stems from psychoanalysis, originating in Freud, and understands the psyche as being made up of conscious and unconscious components. Bringing the unconscious to light helps us to move forward and resolve inner conflicts.
Cognitive Behavioural therapy
Cognitive-behavioural therapy says there is a link between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. We work at changing aspects of that link to create positive and meaningful change. A lot of the work is practical, and solution focused.
What issues can counselling help with?
People come to me for help a wide range of issues. Here are a few of the more common difficulties that can be supported through counselling:
Stress
Trauma
Depression
Relationship problems
Problems with confidence or self-esteem
Anger
Anxiety
Problems with addiction
Sexuality
Post-traumatic stress
Grief, loss or bereavement
Work or retirement
Abuse
Family or school life
My location
My practice is located in Theobald's Road, Holborn.
I also offer online counselling sessions to clients across the UK, particularly in Farringdon, Islington, Angel, Holborn, King's Cross, Clerkenwell, and the greater North London and Central East London areas.
Fees & availability
I offer sessions in person from my office in Theobald's Road in Holborn, or online. I offer both short and long-term sessions depending on your needs. In the initial consultation we will discuss what you hope to gain from therapy, and why now is the best time for you.
We may agree on how many sessions you may need, or we may decide to work in an open-ended way. The pace is always led by you, and you may leave therapy at any time.
Sessions are 50 minutes, weekly and usually take place at the same time and day every week. Fees are £70 per session. Limited concessionary rates are available. I require 24 hours’ advance notice for a cancellation, otherwise, full payment is required.
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
You can also call me on 07450023604 if you would prefer to leave a message or speak to me first. I am happy to discuss any queries or questions you may have prior to arranging an initial appointment.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.
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