I first became interested in counselling and psychotherapy when I was studying in the field of alternative medicine. I had always been interested in healing modalities and philosophies, and soon realized that my passion lied in emotional, psychological, and spiritual growth and healing - though I find this many times to be connected with physical healing as well.
From 2011 to 2012 I did my first qualification in counselling at the University of Edinburgh - this was an MSc in Counselling Studies with a focus on psychodynamic counselling and person-centred counselling. Later in 2014, I went on to do my full professional training in psychodynamic counselling (MA Counselling) at Goldsmiths College, University of London, qualifying as a practicing counsellor in 2016.
I gained extensive experience working as a counsellor for mental health organisations in London, United Kingdom, including Brent, Wandsworth & Westminster Mind (2017-present), Latin American Women's Right's Service (2019), and Living Well CIC (2021-present). I have worked with people who have presented with symptoms of depression and anxiety, with eating disorders, relationship issues, addiction issues, low self-esteem and self-worth issues, domestic violence, childhood trauma, and much more. I have worked with a diverse range of people from different communities, nationalities, ethnicities, sexual orientations, genders, and sub-cultures. I especially have a lot of experience working with the LGBTQ+ community, people living with HIV, and with the Latin American women's communities. I also have a special interest in mindfulness approaches, trauma-informed approaches, as well as somatic, movement, and body-oriented treatment approaches. Though my main training is in psychodynamic counselling, I feel that my work is also intuitive as well as integrative. I have continuing professional development trainings in other approaches as well such as psychosynthesis (Graduate Certificate in Psychosynthesis Foundations), couple therapy (Couple Therapy for Depression), and trauma-informed approaches. I approach the individuals I work with with curiosity, kindness, and compassion.
I offer both short-term counselling and long-term counselling. If you feel that we could work well together then please contact me for an initial meeting. Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Attachment issues, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Emptiness, Gender Dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Immigration Issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Multicultural Concerns, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Self-love, Sex Addiction, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #378984
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Caroliz is very patient and listens carefully. She gives confidence :)
Written on May 06, 2024 after therapy with Caroliz for 3 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, coaching, and adhd