“WE DON'T SEE THINGS AS THEY ARE.
WE SEE THEM AS WE ARE.”
ANAIS NIN
ABOUT ME
I am an experienced humanistic integrative counsellor drawing on elements of Person-Centred, Existential, Gestalt, and Compassion-Focused therapy.
During the therapy process, we play the role of fellow travellers. Along with the assumption that the client has the greatest power to change - I focus on expanding their self-awareness by getting to know themselves and determining the direction and purposefulness of life activities.
My approach is holistic and creative. Focused on feelings, experience and being in the moment. I work with you as a whole, paying attention to mind, body and spirit to support health and healing. As each person is different, I use various psychotherapeutic tools to meet the individual needs of the client.
While methods and techniques are important, they can only be effective in the right relationships and environment. Therefore, I provide conditions that foster an empathic, accepting, authentic and trusting relationship between the two of us. A relationship where you feel safe to open up and process the painful aspects of your experience and where you will be supported to heal, grow and reach your full potential.
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I am a member of Counselling and Psychotherapy in Scotland (COSCA) and British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), bound by their Ethical Framework.
I am fully insured and regularly supervise my work.
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For several years I worked in academic environments, where I gained experience working with people from different backgrounds and cultures. I also volunteered for various organisations, including the Polish Consulate in London.
Since 2021 I have been working as a Counsellor at Feniks Counselling organisation in Edinburgh.
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My qualifications include:
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Diploma in Counselling (Person-centre approach), accredited by COSCA
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Certificate in Counselling Skills, Edinburgh College
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BA (Hons) International Relations, London Metropolitan University
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Courses:
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Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), Public Health Scotland
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COUNSELLING
Psychotherapy can be a powerful, life-changing experience that can help you in many ways:
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talk about things in a confidential environment that you may not be able to talk about with anyone else
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you will better understand the world you live in; the therapist will help you find a connection between you and the unpleasant situations that happen to you
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find better ways to deal with feelings and fears; the therapist will tell you how to relax in difficult moments
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heal from trauma
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improve relationships in your life, including with yourself; you will see your strengths
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change the way you think and behave to improve your mental and emotional wellbeing, especially when you're stuck in a dead end situation; ​the therapist will help you learn a new perspective and support you in finding new paths.
Areas of counselling I deal with
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Abuse: emotional, physical, sexual, financial
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Anxiety: stress, panic attacks or fear
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Chronic pain
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Loss and bereavement
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Low self-esteem, lack of self-confidence
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LGBTQ+ counselling
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Low mood, sadness, emptiness, depression
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Trauma
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Postnatal depression
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Life transition and change
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Spirituality, loneliness, isolation and connection
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Existential issues - the meaning of life
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Self-harm, suicidal thoughts
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Identity crisis, belonging
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Family and relationship issues
Practical information
I offer the following types of therapy:
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Short-term - usually 10-12 sessions - more structured and focused on a distinct goal (e.g. looking at a pattern of negative thinking)
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Long-term - lasting from several months up to several years - allowing the client and the therapist to devote their time to unpacking troubling and sometimes traumatic matters.
​If you are not sure which one is the best for you, we can discuss it together during the initial consultation.
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I provide online and face-to-face counselling and psychotherapy. Individual session usually takes place once a week at the same time and place.
Both the initial consultation and therapy last between 50 and 60 minutes and cost £60. There are few concession places available for people struggling financially.
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In order to arrange a session, please contact me by email: magda.mochalska@gmail.com or by phone: 07453338337
First, we will arrange an initial consultation, during which we will discuss the practical details and your custom needs.
CONTACT ME
PHONE
+44 7453 338 337
ADDRESS
Blue Morpho Edinburgh
36A Broughton St, Edinburgh EH1 3SB