Listen to your body, discover your core emotions, reconnect to your authentic self.
Integrative Psychotherapist working in Little Venice, central London
Welcome, I hope this website can provide some information, what I do and how I can help. Please get in touch if you would like to know more.
I am clinical psychotherapist accredited by the UK Council for Psychotherapy practising either in person from my office in central London or online.
Therapy is not just for moments of crisis. When we can focus on the patterns, beliefs and deep-seated feelings that are driving our behaviour, we can begin to put the work in towards becoming the most authentic versions of ourselves and fulfilling our potential.
I offer a free discovery call where we can talk about the issues you are facing and how therapy can help. I create a safe non-judgmental space, where we can hold a mirror and see what is going on inside. This is not about apportioning blame or being stuck in the past, it is about awareness and acknowledgment of what narrative is affecting our choices and where our blind spots may be. Taking your first step into therapy is a bold sign of strength and the beginning of your journey to wonderful healing.
Do you want to make a change?
Do you want to understand yourself better?
Where shall we begin?
About Me
I am a professionally recognised counselling psychotherapist accredited by the UK Council for Psychotherapy following completion of a five year training programme in the Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy Education in London and Senior NCPS accredited.
I regularly undertake charity work for a number of UK national mental health charities and voluntary organisations such as HomeStart, Caravan and FreshStart.
My clients come from all walks of life and a wide variety of backgrounds. My services are offered in a culturally sensitive way.
I am committed to continuous development and take part in ongoing training and development programmes and research studies.
Accreditations:
- Diploma in Transpersonal Integrative Clinical Psychotherapy and Counselling
- Inner child workshop
- Working with Dreams
- Introduction to Gestalt
- Transactional Analysis
- Sand-tray Therapy
- Body Mapping
- IFS workshops
My Approach
My sessions are rooted in Integrative Psychotherapy which combines different therapeutic tools and provides for a flexible approach I can tailor to an individual’s unique needs. I use a range of methods and approaches to fit your personality, preferences and situation with the intention that, through this work, you will discover your true self and begin to find your own answers to life’s many challenges.
I am interested in mindfulness and meditation as tools that encourage us to become aware of our experiences, thoughts and feelings. I bring playfulness and creativity into the therapy room by using sand trays, spirit guides and dream work. I use intuitive and creative powers as methods of self-expression to make sense of that which is painful, to create personal meaning and to enhance wellness. I bring these and other creative techniques into my practice to form a holistic plan for growth and healing.
My area of expertise includes anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship, trauma and family dynamics. I have a keen interest in psychosomatic illnesses, particularly back pain.
Languages spoken:
- English
- Russian
How I Can Help
Therapy can help you work through life’s challenges, whether big or small. Each person will have their own unique set of reasons for seeking therapy and all are valid. I offer a confidential and safe space to discuss whatever is worrying you.
I offer both long-term and short-term counselling services. The number of sessions that you will require and the length of time they are delivered over, varies from person to person. This is something that can be agreed together based on what you feel is right for you.
Types of therapies offered
Integrative Psychotherapy:
Integrative psychotherapy integrates elements from
Psychodynamic psychotherapy
Transactional Analysis
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Body psychotherapy
Family system Therapy
Person-centered therapy
Existential therapy
Transpersonal Psychotherapy:
Transpersonal therapy is based on the idea that humans are more than just a mind and body but also composed of transcendent factors that make us a whole person.
Below are examples of some of the issues I have helped my clients with:
Abortion
Abuse
Addiction
Affairs and betrayals
Age related issues
Anger management
Anxiety
Bereavement
Bullying
Cancer
Career counselling
Depression
Employment difficulties
Family issues
Generalised Anxiety disorder (GAD)
Health related issues
Low self -confidence
Low Self-Esteem
Panic attacks
Phobias
Pregnancy and birth
Relationship problems
Separation and divorce
Spirituality
Stress
Suicidal thoughts
Trauma
Work-related stress
Monthly News
EMDR Training & Professional Background
I am pleased to share that I have completed Level 1 EMDR training with Alexandra Richman, MA.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a highly researched, evidence-based psychotherapy developed by Dr. Francine Shapiro in 1987. Her early work revealed that distressing thoughts and emotions often decrease when paired with specific eye movements, leading to the development of a structured therapeutic approach aimed at reducing the impact of traumatic memories.
Today, EMDR is widely recognized as a gold-standard treatment for trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Research consistently demonstrates that EMDR is one of the most effective and cost-efficient therapies for adults experiencing trauma-related symptoms.
In my practice, EMDR can be used to support clients struggling with a wide range of concerns, including:
- Trauma and PTSD
- Phobias
- Medically unexplained symptoms
- Addictions
- Body Dysmorphic Disorder
- Challenges related to aging
- Bipolar Disorder
- Recent traumatic or distressing events
- Forensic and court-related issues
I am committed to offering trauma-informed, evidence-based care, and I look forward to integrating EMDR into my therapeutic work to support healing, resilience, and long-term well-being.
Article in Welldoing Magazine - Meet the Therapist: Ella Shtaingos
What attracted you to become a therapist?
I decided to train as a therapist later in life after experiencing chronic back pain. At that time, I was working as a tour guide but had to stop because I was struggling to walk. Through therapy, I discovered that the root cause of my back pain was emotional unhappiness. I came to therapy because I wanted to be happy. It sounds simple in theory but not in practice. My road to full recovery was bumpy, but I was fortunate to be treated by a wonderful therapist.
For me, therapy is about feeling good. We all encounter challenges in daily life....
You can read the full article here
My Location
I work at CCPE Central London in Little Venice and at the North London Therapy Practice in the heart of Golders Green NW11.
CCPE Beauchamp Lodge
Warwick Crescent, Little Venice,
West London W2 6NE.
North London Therapy Practice
32b N End Road, Golders Green,
North London NW11 7PT
I also offer online sessions via Zoom
Sessions and Fees
Sessions last 50 minutes, taking place on a weekly basis In-Person and Online £75.
I also provide a limited number of spaces for those on low income or for students.
Email me to enquire about availability.
Fill out the form to arrange a free discovery call
Feel free to contact me if you have any questions about how counselling works, or to arrange a free initial assessment appointment. This enables us to discuss the reasons you are thinking of coming to counselling, whether it could be helpful for you and whether I am the right therapist to help.
All enquires are usually answered within 24 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.
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