Lidia Bhaskar

I currently have availability on Mondays, Wednesday mornings, Thursday evenings, and weekends.

I am dedicated to providing a compassionate and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and supported. My approach focuses on understanding your unique experiences and empowering you to explore your emotions, develop self-awareness, and navigate life's challenges.

I offer counselling in both English and Russian, ensuring accessibility and sensitivity to cultural and linguistic nuances. Together, we will work at a pace that feels right for you, fostering personal growth and helping you achieve greater well-being. 

I am a person-centred counsellor with experience supporting adults through a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues with parents and children, and the impact of childhood traumas. I offer a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your emotions and work toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Having personally experienced the complexities of immigration, I understand what it means to leave your home country and adapt to life in the UK. I provide support for navigating these transitions, including cultural adjustment and feelings of loss or isolation.

I am also experienced in helping clients through significant life changes, such as parenthood, relationship breakdowns and work-related issues. I welcome clients from all walks of life and am comfortable addressing issues of diversity, including those related to LGBT+ identities.

My goal is to create a non-judgmental environment where you feel understood and supported, empowering you to overcome challenges and build resilience.

I conduct an assessment during the first session, which is an essential part of any therapeutic process. I take my duty of care to clients seriously, and this general assessment helps me determine whether I have the right skills to support the client's presenting issues. It is also an opportunity for both of us to get a sense of one another and assess whether we are a good match to embark on this journey together.

The first session lasts the same as any regular session (50 minutes) and is charged at the same rate. If we both decide to move forward after this session, I offer an initial six-week contract. After this period, we will review the work and decide together whether to continue with open-ended therapy or to set a fixed term based on your needs and goals.