Julia Kalaydjian

I am a couple and individual psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist working with adults of all ages and backgrounds, primarily within the framework of psychodynamic therapy. I have a particular interest in working with intercultural couples, as my own multicultural background lends to a distinct cultural sensitivity in this area and enables me to work in an empathic and respectful way with people from diverse cultural backgrounds. I offer therapy in English and can support an inter-lingual format for Armenian, Greek, and Italian speakers to bridge cultural and language hurdles thereby creating an environment where emotions can be expressed more accurately. Often the emotions around past circumstances seem more accessible when thinking in one’s native tongue. 

I trained at Tavistock Relationships in London where I also work as a visiting clinician. I hold a BSc in Social Psychology with Philosophy, a Certificate of Higher Education in Counselling and a Postgraduate Diploma in Couple and Individual Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy which is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am a Graduate Member of Tavistock Relationships Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and comply with the BACP’s Ethical Framework for Good Practice. I attend regular supervision and professional development programmes and workshops to enhance my development in Counselling and Psychotherapy.  I am an EFT (Emotional Focused Therapy) informed therapist.

Every new client attends an initial consultation. This initial consultation will give you a flavour of what it would be like working together before we decide whether to commit to ongoing therapeutic work. The fee for this initial consultation is £80 for individuals and £120 for couples . 

I trained at Tavistock Relationships in London where I also work as a visiting clinician. I hold a BSc in Social Psychology with Philosophy, a Certificate of Higher Education in Counselling and a Postgraduate Diploma in Couple and Individual Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy which is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I am a Graduate Member of Tavistock Relationships Association of Psychotherapists and Counsellors and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and comply with the BACP’s Ethical Framework for Good Practice. I attend regular supervision and professional development programmes and workshops to enhance my development in Counselling and Psychotherapy.  I am an EFT (Emotional Focused Therapy) informed therapist.

Psychodynamic psychotherapy can foster a deeper understanding of yourself and those around you by exploring the root causes of some of your difficulties which might be linked to events in the past. Relationship difficulties can be the cause of much distress and unhappiness. Past experiences can have their imprint in the present and can trigger old and repetitive patterns of behaviour which can leave one feeling stuck and in pain.

By providing a safe and non-judgemental space, our sessions will enable us to look together at some of your difficulties with kindness and compassion, helping you find clarity and a positive way forward. The process of therapy can be enriching and can support you in living a more contented and fulfilled life.

COUPLE THERAPY

Pursuing therapy as a couple can offer the opportunity to explore hurt and angry feelings in a safe and supportive setting. The insights offered in couple therapy can help to highlight unhelpful, destructive patterns of behaviour and create new, more fulfilling ways of relating. Talking confidentially in a non-judgemental space, in a collaborative way, can foster a greater sense of personal authority and well-being. Partners in a relationship can begin to feel more empathy towards each other and build a reflective understanding of what they each bring into the relationship.

INDIVIDUAL RELATIONSHIP THERAPY

The focus of the therapy will be on the issues which impact intimate adult relationships. Whether you choose to attend therapy with your partner or alone, seeking individual relationship therapy can pave the way to finding a deeper understanding of yourself and of your relationship. Sometimes individual relationship therapy can be helpful in overcoming a breakup, commitment issues or anxieties surrounding your relationship.

Every new client attends an initial consultation. This initial consultation will give you a flavour of what it would be like working together and it might sometimes be felt that an extended consultation is needed before we decide whether to commit to ongoing therapeutic work. The fee for this initial consultation is £100 for individuals and £140 for couples. Ongoing fees will be agreed upon during the initial consultation.