gulzira
counselling

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A little bit about me

Hello, I'm Gulzira, and I grew up in Kyrgyzstan, in a culture where mental health was often stigmatised and where traditional gender expectations, financial hardship and social pressures could significantly influence people's lives. I later lived in Hong Kong before moving to London.Living across three very different cultures has shaped my understanding of identity, belonging and the complexities of change. Moving abroad can bring freedom and opportunity, but it can also bring loneliness, uncertainty and a sense of loss for the people, places and versions of ourselves we leave behind.While adapting to life in London and working in education, I experienced the pressures of balancing work, relationships and personal wellbeing. I became increasingly curious about how our upbringing, relationships and environments shape the way we understand ourselves and connect with others. This curiosity eventually led me towards counselling.My experiences have given me a particular interest in migration, cultural identity and the challenges of living between different worlds. I recognise that you can love the life you've built while simultaneously grieving the one you've left behind. Both experiences can exist at the same time.

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My Services

You may be experiencing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties or a challenging period in your life. Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling to understand your emotions or noticing patterns in your behaviour that you would like to explore.You don't need to be in crisis or have a specific problem to benefit from counselling. Sometimes, wanting to understand yourself better is reason enough.

I offer individual online counselling for adults aged 18 and over.As an integrative relational counsellor, I believe that the relationship between counsellor and client is at the heart of meaningful therapeutic work.I draw particularly on person-centred and psychodynamic approaches, recognising that everyone brings their own experiences, needs and perspectives to therapy.Our sessions may involve exploring your current difficulties, understanding how earlier experiences influence your present life, or recognising patterns in your thoughts, emotions and relationships.I won't tell you what decisions to make or how you should live your life. Instead, I offer a space for reflection, curiosity and exploration, where we can work together towards greater self-awareness and understanding.There is no fixed agenda or expectation to move at a particular pace. Our work will be guided by what feels important to you.

Sessions and FeesIndividual online counselling — £60 per 50-minute sessionAll sessions take place online via Zoom, allowing you to attend from a private and comfortable space.I offer weekly or fortnightly appointments, with both short-term and open-ended counselling available.

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Get in touch

I offer a free initial consultation, giving us an opportunity to discuss what brings you to counselling, ask questions and see whether working together feels right for you.There is no obligation to continue afterwards.Starting counselling can feel unfamiliar, especially if it's your first time. You don't need to know exactly what to say or where to begin. We can start wherever you are.If you'd like to arrange an initial consultation, please email me and I'll get back to you to discuss the next steps.To protect your privacy, please avoid including sensitive personal information or detailed descriptions of your difficulties in your initial email. A brief message expressing your interest in counselling is all that's needed.

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