Anjelika Rimkoute

Available to new clients, online only

I am a therapist with extensive experience, specializing in working with couples. I offer online Couples Therapy. I approach couples' difficulties with a view that does not label them as pathological, and I see problems as an opportunity for psychological growth. The issues I address include:

- Conflict

- lack of support

- betrayal of trust and affairs

- relationship crises

- poor communication

- separation and endings

- unfulfilling relationship

- moving to mastery in a relationship where you can thrive

Being in couples therapy with me will allow you to experience personal growth through exploring your dysfunctional patterns and unconscious behaviours that trigger your partner, which you can then change to bring the best self in both of you.  Or you might be able to find your voice and advocate for yourself.  We will contain interpersonal conflict, and you will learn a new way of communicating where you can express your deepest emotions and find healing.

I am an accredited member of BACP, which means I work to the highest standards in my profession. In addition to my Level 7 Masters in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling, I hold a Certificate in Working with Couples accredited by the National Council of Integrative Psychotherapists. I am undertaking further specialist training in the Developmental Model with The Couples Institute (US).

Qualifications

University of Greenwich, London: MSc Therapeutic Counselling 

 Metanoia Institute, London: PG Certificate Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression

Emotion-Focused Therapy Institute of England, Canterbury Christ Church University: EFT Level 1

ICEEFT: Emotionally-Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) Level 1 and Transforming Trauma with EFIT Certificates

Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling 

Metaphors of Movement Level 1 and 2 

PESI: Internal Family System Clinical Application Certificate

PESI: Complex PTSD Certificate

How we will work together:

Through coaching and psychoeducation with assigned homework, we'll tackle your challenges and enable personal growth to support your relationship's development. Couples therapy has many components: 

*assessment and goal setting when we will take time to reflect on your relationship and identify the key areas you would like to address in therapy 

* diagnose the developmental stage in a relationship where you are stuck and the relationship type

* understand how your past contributes to relationship problems

*coaching in communication skills

* address differences

*work through relational and individual trauma

*address unresolved conflicts

As a counsellor, I offer honesty and respect and promise to treat you in a kind, caring, and supportive environment, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, or sexual orientation.

A bit of inspiration to give you the flavour of the work:

"It might seem a lot easier to forgive someone if only he or she would show signs of changing. The paradox is that we are unlikely to see signs of change in others until we have forgiven them... There is a real joy to be found in setting things right, but that always involves changing oneself for the better first. (from Dr. Patrick Miller's The Way of Forgiveness). 

About Me

Presently, I work in the NHS as an oncology psychotherapist while maintaining a private practice. In my previous role in the IAPT, I worked with clients with issues of depression and anxiety, abuse,  workplace and legal problems, chronic health issues, identity crises, and relationships and family conflicts. 

I am originally from Latvia but have lived most of my life in the UK. I have worked in the NHS for 25 years in various roles which enabled me to develop the ability to connect with people from all walks of life, advanced empathy, and effectively oversee teams of people in my senior roles. As a midwife, I supported families through life-changing experiences of childbirth, trauma and child loss.

Here's what you can expect:

- A 15-minute phone conversation with me to understand the main issue you wish to work on as a couple.

- The first assessment session will be 1.5 hours, followed by individual hour-long sessions.

- Follow-up sessions will be 1 or 1.5 hours weekly, or 2 hours if seen fortnightly.

- To see any results, you should be willing to commit to a minimum of 8 sessions. Most couples need six months

-Couple therapy will include coaching and psychoeducation

- Handouts and homework.