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Welcome to a better life
My name is Xenia and I am passionate about helping you be the best version of yourself. Making the first step towards therapy takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
I am a single mum to 3 teenage girls and one adult son living in the South of England. Having had personal experiences with trauma, grief and neurodiversity I understand how navigating life can be a challenge at the best of times, never mind when it throws you curveballs!
I have a warm, welcoming and flexible approach, making sure that both of us feel comfortable and safe when working together, no matter what challenges you are facing! Treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion lies at the very core of my values and I will tailor our sessions to meet your unique and specific needs, working with you to get you where you want to be by offering you a safe, non-judgmental and fully confidential space.
Why don’t you give me a call for an informal 15 minute chat to see if you would like to work with me?
I am looking forward to meeting you.
Therapy here is more than talking
Whether Face to Face, via Video link or over the Phone, I offer effective, individualised care for a number of issues, using a holistic counselling approach incorporating mindfulness techniques, somatic experiencing, Solution Focussed Hypnotherapy as well as play therapy supporting you to become the person you want to be.
My Promise
I promise to be there for you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life becoming aware of your inner strengths either through counselling or hypnotherapy.
We can achieve this together in a neutral safe space, where your concerns are important and listened to.
Privacy Policy; Confidentiality Agreement and GDPR
Confidentiality: All hypnotherapy and counselling sessions are confidential. I will not release any information to 3rd parties without written consent from you, except as provided by law.
At times I will discuss patients with other colleagues and my supervisor. In this case names will not be disclosed. Sometimes audio recordings are made during some sessions for training purposes and Focus the Mind counselling and hypnotherapy services holds the copyright of those recordings.
No recording will be made without explicit written consent from the client and any identifying content will be eradicated.
Data Protection (GDPR): All information is kept in a secure place and is locked away in accordance to the Data Protection Act. A full disclosure is available to you if you so wish.
Counselling
I believe in a holistic approach to mental health, addressing not just the symptoms but the underlying issues as well as working with the body as a whole because our emotions, thoughts and experiences are manifesting in the body as well as in the mind.
I use practises like mindfulness, hypnotherapy, somatic work and breath work alongside more traditional theories and techniques, tailoring our sessions to meet your unique needs because not every person needs the same approach and no same issue has the same solution.
ADHD
ANGER
ANXIETY
ATTAtCHMENT
bereavement
C-PTSD
DEPRESSION
domestic abuse
infidelity
life transitions
low self-esteem
pregnancy / prenatal / postpartum
relationship issues
stress
trauma counselling
ptsd
ADHD COUNSELLING
Support for a Neurodiverse Mind
ADHD can impact daily life, relationships, and self-esteem, but the right support can make a significant difference. I offer specialist ADHD counselling for both adults with ADHD and children with ADHD, providing tailored strategies to help manage challenges and embrace strengths.
My approach includes mindfulness, somatic work, play therapy, and psychoeducation, helping clients develop emotional regulation, improve focus, and reduce anxiety. Whether you’re an adult with ADHD looking for coping techniques or a parent seeking support for a child with ADHD, I provide a compassionate and understanding space to explore solutions that work for you.depression, trauma, and relationship issues. Together we can focus on;
Emotional regulation and overwhelm
Discover tools to help you feel calmer, more in control, and better equipped to manage big emotions when life feels too much.
Managing time, routines, and organisation
Learn practical strategies to structure your day, build healthy habits, and feel more confident managing responsibilities.
Reducing stress and emotional anxiety
Find relief from the weight of worry. We’ll help you create space to breathe, think clearly, and move forward with ease.
Improving self-esteem and self-acceptance
Start seeing yourself through a kinder lens. Together, we’ll work to build inner trust, resilience, and self-worth.
Strengthening relationships and communication
Enhance how you connect with others. Explore ways to express yourself more clearly, listen deeply, and foster healthy relationships.
Navigating burnout and sensory overload
If you’re feeling drained or overstimulated, we offer support to help you recharge, set boundaries, and regain balance.
See how a therapy group works!
ADHD is more than just difficulty with focus.
It affects emotions, relationships, self-esteem, and daily life in complex ways.
ADHD counselling isn’t about “fixing” you – because you are not broken. It’s about understanding your unique brain and working with it, rather than against it.
ADHD is not a flaw – it’s a different way of experiencing the world.
I work with adults, teenagers, and parents of neurodivergent children to create supportive, personalised strategies that fit your lifestyle.
ADHD affects not just the individual, but also family dynamics and relationships. NVR techniques can help create a more peaceful and connected home environment.
How hypnotherapy can help you:
Anxiety / Stress
Stress and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Although these emotions exist to protect us, when they start to interfere with the quality of our life the time has come to do something about it.
Through Hypnotherapy, we are able to help you eliminate those feelings, change your beliefs and find joy in your life.
Pain Management
Pain can be an all consuming feeling that leaves people with a sense of helplessness and can lead to depression. Some pain can be treated by taking a painkiller and once the cause of the pain is treated the pain goes altogether. However some people have to deal with chronic pain which they have to accept is going to be part of the rest of their lives. With hypnotherapy we can help you be in control and manage your pain to provide you with relief and find joy in doing the activities you like.
Grief / Bereavement
We all will have to deal with some sort of grief and loss in our lifetime. The process of grieving is very important and helps us prepare for the next stage in our lives. Sometimes it can feel overwhelming and can leave us feeling emotionally and physically exhausted.
With Hypnotherapy we can help you heal and help you move on with your life.
Low Self-Esteem / Low confidence
Many individuals can experience lack of self-esteem and lack of confidence which can be a major problem in their lives. With hypnotherapy, we can help you overcome these feelings and guide you to become stronger and more confident so you can enjoy life to its fullest.
Phobias
A phobia is an overwhelming and debilitating fear of an object, place, situation, feeling or animal.
They develop when a person has an
exaggerated or unrealistic sense of danger about a situation or object.
If a phobia becomes very severe, a person may organise their life around avoiding the thing that’s causing them anxiety. With Hypnotherapy we an help you alleviate the symptoms of severe anxiety and panic, and help you take control again.
Pregnancy / Birth
Finding out that you are about to become a mother can be one of the most wonderful moments in a woman’s life.
It can also be accompanied by anxiety and worry especially surrounding the birthing process. With hypnotherapy we help you prepare for the birth, manage the pain and help you be more in control of the process.
Discover the transformative power of play therapy
Welcome to Play Therapy, where the profound healing power of creativity and play is at the heart of the work we do. Each child and young adult possesses a unique set of emotional experiences and expressions that need nurturing and understanding. The attachment-based play therapy approach is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment, designed to be a haven where children and young adults can freely express their deepest emotions and thoughts without fear or judgment.