Therapy With Shanaz
COUNSELLING AND COACHING IN HACKNEY, NORTH LONDON, Tooting & ONLINE
Your reasons for seeking counselling could be anything - anxiety, stress, intense emotions, managing relationships, or low self-esteem to name a few. Taking the first step can be daunting.
I am here to support you.
Welcome!
I am an Integrative Counsellor and Coach with 10 years experience working within diverse communities. I provide online and face to face sessions for adults. I provide Individual Counselling, Walk and Talk Therapy, and Coaching.
I listen empathetically and attentively to understand your life experiences. You can expect me to provide a safe, non-judgemental environment, allowing you to explore what is going on for you, identify difficulties, and work through those challenges in a supportive way, at your pace.
I work using the Personal Consultancy Model which is rooted in the integration of counselling and coaching as a therapeutic framework . My counselling methods draw on several therapy approaches such as Humanistic, Psychodynamic, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). This enables me to tailor my counselling practice to suit your needs.
I am also a qualified Coach. When you are ready to start making meaningful changes to your life, you may want support to envision your new future and plan how you will get there. I will collaborate with you using coaching techniques to support you to make decisions that will enable you to move forwards towards your life goals and live your life in line with your personal values.
Inspiration from Personal Experience
What attracted me to counselling as a career was the positive experiences of personal therapy at a time when I was going through a rough time in my life. As well as processing the difficult experiences, I discovered hidden strengths and gained a better understanding of how my thoughts and feelings impacted my life choices.
The Universal Benefits of Therapy
I believe everybody can benefit from having a safe and non-judgemental space to explore one’s present life experiences, address issues related to past experiences, and find a way to move forwards with a better sense of self-awareness, optimism, and purpose.
Professional Experience and Approach
Alongside working as a therapist, I have worked as a Health Coach in the charity sector and NHS, supporting people in making positive lifestyle changes. By taking a person-centred approach, I help clients identify their strengths and hidden resources, empowering them to take control of their wellbeing and life choices.
Anxiety, depression and stress
Suicide and self-harm
Domestic abuse
Past abuse or trauma
Managing family relationships
Parenting challenges
Sex and intimacy issues
Menopause and women’s health
Self-esteem and confidence
Grief, loss or bereavement
Walk and Talk Therapy
Walk and Talk Therapy combines traditional counselling with walking outdoors.
Sessions take place in either Clissold Park, Finsbury Park or Woodberry Wetland in Hackney N4.
Walking can help reduce anxiety, improve mood, and increase overall physical health. The act of walking can also make some clients feel more comfortable and open during sessions.
This therapy can be particularly beneficial if you feel more at ease outdoors, have difficulty sitting still for long periods, or find traditional therapy settings intimidating or uncomfortable.
Coaching
Coaching is a teamwork process that helps people reach their personal and professional goals.
It can be helpful if you want to make big changes in your life, improve your performance, or boost your overall well-being.
Coaching provides a structured and supportive space for your growth and progress.
As part of the process, you can anticipate the following:
Support to identify strengths, overcome obstacles, and develop new skills.
Assist in setting clear, attainable goals relating to various aspects of life, including career, relationships, health, and personal growth.
Support you to stay motivated and accountable for your progress through regular check-ins and follow-ups to offer encouragement and celebrate successes along the way.
Assist you in identifying strategies and tools to help you to navigate difficulties and find solutions to problems
Session Information
I am based in Hackney, North London, and Tooting.
I offer online or face-to-face sessions lasting 50 mins at the same time each week unless we agree to make alternative arrangements.
Fees & availability
Counselling
- Individual Session - £60 online and £70 face to face
- Walk and Talk Session - £70 face to face
Concessionary rates are available for:
- Students
- People on benefits
- People with pensions
- Low income
Coaching
- Single sessions - £70
- Block of 5 sessions - £300
Availability
Monday - Friday
7am to 8pm
Saturdays
7am to 1pm
Get in touch
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how therapy works, or to arrange an initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to therapy, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
All enquiries are usually answered within 48 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.