Olivia Waud-Shaw

Contact me to find out my current availability. I am currently accepting new clients and provide online therapy sessions across the UK, ensuring accessibility from the comfort of your own space. I offer evening slots to provide flexibility for those with busy schedules.

Life can feel overwhelming, fast-paced, demanding, and sometimes just too much. Whether you’re feeling stuck, burnt out, or struggling with self-criticism, therapy can provide the space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. I’m Olivia, a therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion, clarity, and self-understanding. My approach is integrative and trauma-informed, meaning I tailor therapy to your unique needs, drawing from a range of techniques. 

If you're ready to take that next step, I’m here to support you.

I help individuals struggling with self-criticism, shame, and emotional distress, which is often linked to trauma or difficult life experiences. Using mindfulness and self-compassion, I support clients in developing a kinder, more understanding relationship with themselves, promoting emotional resilience and healing.

Therapy with me is a safe space where you can explore your emotions, process past experiences, and develop tools for well-being. My focus is on helping you: 

• Build self-compassion and reduce self-criticism
• Understand and heal from past trauma
• Develop healthier patterns and relationships 
• Manage anxiety, stress, and overwhelming emotions

I provide a safe, inclusive, and affirming space where I welcome clients of all backgrounds, identities, life experiences, and mental health difficulties.

I also offer a free 20-minute introductory call, giving you the opportunity to ask any questions and see if we’re the right fit before committing to sessions. 

In our first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and identify the most helpful ways to support your progress. I incorporate a range of therapeutic approaches and as we get to know each other, we'll find a way of working that feels right for you, ensuring therapy aligns with your needs and personal journey.