Counselling in Ealing

Welcome to Bohrisch Counselling

A confidential space to explore the thoughts, feelings and challenges in your life

Counselling for Women, LGBTQ+ and Neurodiversity

My name is Hanna. I’m a person-centred counsellor. I’m offering face to face therapy, walk and talk therapy, both in Ealing West London, or therapy online from anywhere in the UK and Europe

Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. You might feel trapped or alone. Maybe you are not recognising yourself anymore, struggling with imposter syndrome or low self-esteem. Talking to a person who listens without judgment, supports you making sense of your life’s experiences. Becoming aware of how what happened to you is influencing your life, will empower you to realise your potential.

I work with people from all walks of life and a wide range of issues, be it navigating change or personal growth, experiencing anxiety or depression, facing bullying or feeling exhausted by microaggressions. What my clients have in common is that they experienced some form of marginalisation and abuse. I believe in the importance of working intersectional, which means that I recognise how various aspects of my client’s identity – such as race, gender, sexuality, class, ability – interact to shape their experience of oppression and privilege.

How can counselling help?

Therapy gives you a place to tell your story, to uncover your strengths and find your voice. My job as a counsellor is to provide you with a safe, warmly accepting, and empathetic space in which you are valued as the person you are. Your agenda guides our session.

I will be supporting you in developing empathy for yourself and finding your own solutions. Person-centred is a hopeful and empowering approach that helps you to make meaning of your experiences, feelings, and thoughts, becoming more self-aware. This will support you to make choices and move toward a more fulfilled life.

Counselling is a collaborative process. Research shows that the therapy relationship we co-create is the most important factor for therapy to be successful. That is why finding the right therapist for you is significant. Please reach out if you want to schedule a phone call to get to know me a little bit more, to see if I might be the counsellor for you.

Confidential Space

Counselling provides a safe space to express your feelings and thoughts freely. You process your emotions, difficulties, whatever is on your mind, with someone who listens with understanding and warm acceptance of your experiences.

Therapy is a relationship

In therapy you are not alone, I will be with you all the way of your journey. We will co-create this relationship. It will help you to reflect on your coping strategies, develop your relationships, will boost your confidence in your own solutions.

Awareness, clarity, decision making

I support you in developing self-awareness and realising your power within. With more clarity about your life’s experiences you gain new perspectives, can set goals, and make informed life choices.

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:

Feeling stressed or overwhelmed

Anxiety or low mood

Life changes or big decisions

Trauma and post-traumatic stress

Abuse

Depression

Low self-esteem or confidence

Issues relating to Identity

Feeling stuck or unmotivated

Self-harm or Suicidal Ideation

Menopause

Grief or loss

Domestic Violence

Relationship problems

Frequently asked questions

Counselling is a talking therapy. It provides a safe and confidential space in which you can explore your feelings, thoughts and experiences. I will not give you advice or solutions but support you in developing a better understanding of yourself. You will find ways to make changes and lead a more satisfying life.

The answer is yes as studies show that people, on average, feel and function better after they had therapy. There is evidence that suggests that the most important factors in getting better is your willingness to make changes in your life and a counsellor whom you trust. You’ve already fulfilled the factor of wanting to move forward.

My belief is that you are not broken but live the best way you can at any given moment. As a human being you have the potential for growth. However, our ability to thrive might be hindered by conditions and experiences, resulting for example in anxiety and low self-worth. Therefore I believe that you do not need fixing, though it might feel that way to you. In an accepting and warm environment you can become more accepting of yourself and discover and develop your abilities and strength. Initially counselling can be a challenging and difficult experience. It can take some time until you become aware of changes in your life and your perception of yourself.

In an initial telephone conversation and the first session we will explore if we think we might work well together. It gives you the opportunity to experience my way of working and if you think you will be comfortable with me. For me it is an opportunity to assess if I feel well placed to work with the issues you are bringing. We will do regular reviews of our therapy relationship in which you can explore if you are getting what you need from our sessions.

What we talk about in our sessions is confidential. However, if I am concerned about harm to others or yourself, I might be obliged to disclose information. I will seek to do this with your consent. There are also some issues where I am legally obliged to break confidentiality, such as money laundering, drug trafficking and terrorism.

I do have regular supervision and peer supervision as required by the BACP Ethical Framework. This is for my professional integrity and development and therefor supports me in giving you a good service. Your identity will not be disclosed.

How many sessions you need depends on what you want to achieve and when you feel you have achieved it. You might only need a few sessions or you may want a longer-term process. I offer open ended counselling as well as a an agreed time period. A weekly session is 50 minutes long.

Location

You can see me in person in the W5 Therapy Rooms which are conveniently located right opposite the Ealing Broadway tube station. Ealing is a buzzing area in West London and is easily reachable by train, tube and buses from Central London. I also offer Walk & Talk Therapy in Ealing. Online you can work with me from anywhere in the UK and Europe.

Fees

Sessions are 50 minutes and will usually be at the same day and time each week. The cost is £75 per session payable in advance via bank transfer or in cash. I do offer some discounted spaces for people on low income. Please note missed sessions that have not been cancelled with 48 hours notice will be charged.

Get in touch

Contact me to schedule a free initial conversation that lasts up to 25 minutes. We will discuss what you hope to get from counselling, how I work and what I can offer you. It gives both of us the opportunity to find out if we would like to start working together.