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Francesca Giustetti Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MBACP), Coach, Holistic TherapistFrancesca Giustetti:

Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MBACP), Coach & Holistic Therapist

Hi, my name is Francesca Giustetti.

In the last ten years, I have been gaining a vast range of experience working within primary and secondary care, and charities. I worked as Occupational Therapist Assistant within NHS supporting patients with severe mental health challenges.

Subsequently, I was a Domestic Violence Advocate providing emotional and practical support to victims of domestic violence. Lately, I worked within the NHS as a Health and Wellbeing Coach helping clients achieve meaningful goals that led them to a happier and healthier life.

I am now an Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, Life Coach, Reiki Practitioner, and Mindfulness & Breathwork Facilitator for 1:1 and groups.

COUNSELLING

I offer a warm and non-judgmental space where you can feel safe and deeply connect with your vulnerable self.

When this connection is made, it can bring us to a profound self-discovery where the most intimate emotions, thoughts, memories, and wounds can arise and be processed. I believe therapy is a space where you can remove the different ‘masks’ you wear during your day-to-day life and give space to whatever is behind them.

I will support you in exploring your thoughts, beliefs, views, and feelings which will lead to more self-awareness, understanding, and compassion. I truly believe we all have the answers we seek and being in a supported and safe space we will allow them to arise.

In my sessions, I work in a personal-centred way where values such as empathy, non-judgment, and authenticity are at the forefront. Since I am an Integrative, I draw on a range of approaches according to what seems to fit you, your challenge, and your stage of life. I use tools from CBT, Psychodynamic, Coaching, and Mindfulness.

I strongly believe in the power of the mind-body connection, and I use somatic tools which I draw from Mindfulness and Breathwork training (qualified), and Embodied psychotherapy (in training towards qualification). Somatic psychotherapy is about accessing and using information from your body and your nervous system to increase your self-awareness. All emotions and thoughts have a body connection, and in therapy, we learn to discover what that connection is about.

LIFE COACHING

If you prefer a forward-looking approach maybe coaching is what you are looking for. During our session/s, we explore what is meaningful for you at this time of your life and get more clarity on your goal/s and purpose.

We explore and unpack what is holding you back and challenge some of these beliefs that are limiting you. We get to the root of the issue and discover better strategies for moving forwards. Every session we set some action steps until we will get closer and closer to your goal/s.

The path towards your desires might seem overwhelming at the beginning or be full of obstacles but we will work as a team to find the best strategies to overcome those. I will support you to build the future you truly want.

My approach is holistic, therefore I include in the process your body, mind, and energy. I offer energetic healing such as REIKI. Also, Breathwork and Mindfulness can be part of counselling and coaching or taken as individual therapy. See my website for further information.

Therapy can be offered face-to-face and online in English, Italian, and Spanish at  HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston, Hackney, E8.

FEES:

FREE 20 min introductory call

COUNSELLING (50 min- online/face-to-face)- £60

LIFE COACHING (60 min- online/face-to-face)- £70

MINDFULNESS/ BREATHWORK (60 min- online/face-to-face)- £50

REIKI (60 min- face-to-face)- £50

 

***If you are in need of more information and guidance about therapy, please use the contact form at the bottom of this page.***

Francesca Giustetti – Working Hours

Mon – 10:00 – 13:00 & 14:00 – 19:00
Tues – N/A
Weds – 13:00 – 19:00
Thurs – N/A
Fri – N/A
Sat – 13:00 – 17:00
Sun – N/A

Contact Details

Francesca Giustetti, Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist (MBACP), Coach and Holistic Therapist, can be reached using the following:
Telephone: 07831 443407
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.lovefulness.net

Clients Francesca Giustetti Works With

Client Issues Francesca Deals With

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Low Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

Explore the roots of your low self-esteem issues & address your current symptoms.

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Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Overcoming extreme emotional issues.

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Loneliness

Explores the emotional & psychological issues that might lead to isolation.

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Bullying

A repeated characteristic pattern of behaviour directed towards it's victims.

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Gender Identity Issues

Giving you a safe space to explore & express your feelings without judgement.

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Life Transitions

Dealing with important changes or adjustments in your life that impact you.

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Chronic Pain & Illness

Preventing a detriment to the physical & psychological well-being of the sufferer

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Bereavement, Grief & Loss

Supporting you through grief & adjusting to a new life.

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Career Counselling & Coaching

Offering people guidance with choosing, building or changing their career path.

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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Domestic & Emotional Abuse

Mental and Emotional Abuse is the deliberate & unethical misuse of power.

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Relationships

Exploring feelings about current & past relationships, or relationships in general.

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

Helping you to explore the underlying causes of your addiction issues.

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Sex & Intimacy Issues

Addressing sexual & intimacy issues to make your sex life more pleasurable.

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Motivation

Helping you set and achieve the goals that are important to you.

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Cultural Issues of Identity & Belonging

Helping cultural identity & diversity issues.

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Body Image Issues

A negative or unhealthy body image can be distressing in your daily life.

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Pregnancy Loss

Helping express & process emotions in a supportive & non-judgemental space.

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Anger Management

Managing the symptoms of your anger issues & controlling your reactions.

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Codependency

Overcome control issues, low self-esteem, poor boundaries & ‘saviour’ mentality.

Therapy Modalities Francesca uses With Clients

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Body-Oriented Psychotherapy

Working with your body & mind to achieve balance & improve your overall well-being.

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What Is Counselling?

Allowing you to discuss problems & difficult feelings in a safe environment.

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Integrative Psychotherapy

A unifying psychotherapy helping affirm the inherent value of each individual.

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Humanistic Psychotherapy

Focusing on a you as a whole & with a core belief that humans are innately good.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Helping focus on practical solutions to current issues that you are experiencing.

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Life Coaching

Helping you to addresses specific issues & finding strategies to achieve your goals.

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Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Strengthening motivation & commitment to specific behavioural changes.

Mindfulness Therapy & Counselling

Mindfulness

Helping to control your thoughts & feelings, rather than be controlled by them.

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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Taking action for your personal growth.

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What Is Psychotherapy?

Dealing with past events that make you feel unsafe, helpless or vulnerable.

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Reiki Therapy

Directing the flow of universal energy & stimulating your body’s healing abilities.

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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Develop self-awareness & understanding of past influences on present behaviour.

Offers client Sessions In Languages Other Than English

Italian and Spanish

Previous Therapeutic Experience

Assistant Occupational Therapist- NHS secondary care Independent Domestic Violence Advocate- Victim Support (charity) Health and Wellbeing Coach- NHS primary care – Counsellor at the Centre for Better Health (charity)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Should I Seek Therapy?

Many people, new to this type of help, believe that they need to be suffering from “mental illness” or serious “psychological problems”, or be in crisis in order for therapy and counselling to be appropriate for them. This is a common misconception; anyone can benefit from therapy when it comes to helping you deal with your personal feelings and problems, make positive changes in your life, and understand yourself better.

So what is therapy and counselling? If you’re new to this world then the first steps can sometimes be the most difficult. Therapy can be a very effective treatment for a whole range of personal problems covering areas from physical and emotional problems, different types of behavioural disorders, through to human sexuality issues and a host of wellbeing and complementary therapy techniques.

Any problem you have that is causing you concern, anxiety or distress is a valid and appropriate reason to reach out and find a therapist and talk to them about it. Far from something to be ashamed of, acknowledging your vulnerability and asking for help is a sign of maturity and strength.

If you feel that you have a desire and are committed to making changes in your life in order to overcome your current problems and achieve more long-term satisfaction, psychological wellbeing and personal fulfilment, then you are ready to seek therapy. We are here to help you work through a wide range of therapy issues that might be troubling you.

Will Information About Me Be Safe & Secure?

It is quite normal to be hesitant when it comes to sharing private and intimate information about yourself with a stranger. You may fear that you will receive judgment from your therapist, or that your therapist will share your details with others.

HQ Therapy Rooms takes your privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Our therapists are required to keep everything said in therapy sessions between you, just like your doctor is required to keep your records private.

For therapy to be effective, there must be unconditional trust built between you and your therapist, and this relies on a shared understanding of confidentiality. It applies to the outside world as well: it is standard practice for therapists not to acknowledge their clients if they run into them outside of the therapy rooms in order to help protect their client’s confidentiality. Read our full privacy policy for more information.

Can I Contact You For Advice About Getting Therapy?

Talking about your thoughts and feelings with a supportive therapist can often make you feel better and help you face your problems. It feels good to be listened to and to know that someone cares about you and wants to help. It is important that you find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and can build a trusting relationship to help you make positive changes in your life.

But how do you know what type of therapy is right for you? Taking the first steps in finding the right therapist can be the biggest hurdle for newcomers, so we have made it easy. Simply fill out the form below in confidence, and one of our fully qualified referral therapists can work with you to make sure you connect with the right practitioner and receive the correct therapy and counselling services you require.

Our practitioners deal with a wide range of therapy issues using different types of therapy modalities tailored for the types of clients we work with. We also cater for people who are beset with financial difficulties, offering them services ranging from low-cost therapy and reduced-rate therapy, to working with seasoned, qualified and accredited talking therapists.