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Gia Denis Existential Psychotherapist London E8Gia Denis:

Trainee Existential Psychotherapist (BACP individual member & UKCP trainee member)

Hello, I’m Gia Denis. I’m an Existential Psychotherapist based in Hackney. I have a Master’s in Existential Psychotherapy and I’m working towards full UKCP accreditation by next year.

Therapeutic Ethos:
The essence of my role as a therapist is to assist you to listen out for what it is you may already know about yourself. I hold strongly the belief that we carry an immense amount of self-knowledge and understanding, but sometimes we just need a little assistance to unearth and reconcile with it.

By practising in a deeply relational and open manner, I seek to work with you collaboratively and at your own pace.

Throughout the process of examining the sources of your troubles or distress together, I aim to guide you in discovering new perspectives, developing greater resilience, and cultivating a renewed understanding of what it means and feels like to be you.

I see therapy as a process where we learn ways in which we develop new ways to say “yes” to ourselves in a world that tends to make that difficult.

Experience:
I have 5 years of various clinical experience from time spent in individual practice and facilitation of group psychotherapy. The below themes are some examples of those I have treated and worked with in both therapeutic contexts:

Addiction (12-step and holistic models), domestic abuse, honour-based violence, bereavement, familial estrangement, trauma, chronic illness, anxiety, sexuality, codependency, relationship difficulties, and work stress.

The above experience has imbued me with a robust understanding of how a person’s way of being is impacted by the undulating landscape of this thing that we call life. However the above does not encompass the scope of my experience and I am open to working with a variety of presenting issues.

The beauty of therapy is that no experience is the same and so it is incumbent on me as a psychotherapist to work with a client based on their unique needs and understanding of their world.

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have a sense that I could be of help to you.

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Gia Denis – Working Hours

Monday – AM & PM (online)

Tuesday – AM (online)

Wednesday – AM & PM (online)

Friday – PM (in-person)

Clients Gia Denis Works With

Client Issues Gia Deals With

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Bereavement, Grief & Loss

Supporting you through grief & adjusting to a new life.

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Sexuality & Sexual Health

Helping you deal with the psychological aspects of sexual health & wellbeing.

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Substance Abuse & Addiction

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

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Domestic & Emotional Abuse

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

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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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Chronic Pain & Illness

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

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Trauma

Helping you to talk openly & receive support about your traumatic experience.

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Life Transitions

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

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Codependency

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

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Relationships

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

Therapy Modalities Gia uses With Clients

Training and Qualifications

– PGCEP in Existential Psychotherapy & Counselling – Regent’s University

– MA in Existential Psychotherapy & Counselling – Regent’s University

– Level 7 PGDip in Psychotherapy & Counselling – Regent’s University

– Certificate in Psychotherapy & Counselling – Regent’s University

– NHS Foundation TrustCertificate in Psychotherapy & Counselling – Tavistock & Portman

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– 4.5 years in private addiction treatment – group therapy

– 2 years at a domestic violence charity – individual therapy

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 get in touch with us using the low-cost help and advice form and one of our fully qualified therapists can work with you to make sure you get the right advice you need in order to receive the correct low-cost therapy and counselling services you require.

Our practitioners deal with a wide range of therapy issues using different types of therapy modalities tailored to 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.

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