Soheila Elmieh

I have a curiosity for learning about human expression and behaviours. I have a natural desire to want to understand and make sense together. The relationship we have with ourselves and others gives meaning to the joy and struggles of living alongside one another. 

I have worked with clients who are exploring their understanding of self in their identities to develop a more authentic sense of self. This is an area of work that has contributed to my depth of appreciation for the uniqueness of each human being. 

We are social beings and as such need to connect. My approach is Humanistic, one human being with another making sense of the areas of life you would like to be different and how to make the changes that create the difference you need.

My training as a integrative counsellor encouraged me to consider our need for attachment and belonging. To understand how we create healthy relationships within all aspects of life and develop an environment that is compassionate towards self and considerate towards others. My belief is that we are all negotiating complex relationships and at times it is beneficial to engage in therapy to gain insight into what is and what isn't working for us. 

I have spent the last few years deepening my insight and understanding about the complexities of relationships and how to identify whether this is a healthy or an unhealthy relationship. This has encouraged me to consider traits and behaviours that are present and may affect the ability to get your needs met. Therapy can help you identify what those needs are and how to incorporate them in your relationship. 

I am experienced in working with difference and diversity. I understand how culture is a significant part of identity and how transitioning from one culture to another can be challenging.  My belief is that in bringing the richness of culture together a more inclusive self can be experienced. My aim is to recognise how we all are so diverse yet so unified in our hopes, fears and aspirations. 

 

Flexible, please contact me and we can go through all my availability together. My usual hours are from 10am to 8 pm. However I can also offer 8 and 9 am start if need be.