Are you feeling overwhelmed?
Looking for a welcoming and comfortable place to talk, or, just to be how you really are?
You have come to the right place.
Why Therapy
Are you feeling afraid? Alone? Depressed? Hopeless? Stuck? Limited? Discontented? Uneasy? Anxious? Worried? Out of control? Confused? Lost? Numb? Insecure? Doubtful? Critical? Stressed? Tensed? Angry? Struggling at work? In relationships? Difficult feelings, thoughts or memories coming back from your past?
It is very hard and unsettling to be in this place, and understandably, you want therapy to help you 'fix' these feelings or problems to feel better. Still, I would encourage you to see these feelings as a very important compass, which is pointing to what you need to attentively listen to, and to understand first, about yourself or your situation before you can make meaningful long-lasting changes. For example, how your past might be affecting you in how you feel about the world, the people around you, and very importantly, yourself.
In therapy with me, I aim to empower you to eventually become your 'own therapist', as you grow a solid understanding of what had contributed to your difficulties, and what you can do in the here-and-now to move towards a more positive direction in your life where you can thrive.
It is very hard and unsettling to be in this place, and understandably, you want therapy to help you 'fix' these feelings or problems to feel better. Still, I would encourage you to see these feelings as a very important compass, which is pointing to what you need to attentively listen to, and to understand first, about yourself or your situation before you can make meaningful long-lasting changes. For example, how your past might be affecting you in how you feel about the world, the people around you, and very importantly, yourself.
In therapy with me, I aim to empower you to eventually become your 'own therapist', as you grow a solid understanding of what had contributed to your difficulties, and what you can do in the here-and-now to move towards a more positive direction in your life where you can thrive.
How I can help you
I am a DBS checked, fully accredited and experienced Cognitive Behavioural Therapist registered with the professional body BABCP (The British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies), with 15 years of continuous work in mental health as a psychotherapist. Besides CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), I am also trained in ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), CFT (Compassion Focussed Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing). I am too a qualified mindfulness teacher and a long term meditator.
Equipped with many strings in my therapist bow, I aim to get to know you, offer you a safe space to explore your difficulties, and tailor treatment attentively to your needs.
I have successfully provided short, medium and long-term psychological therapies to adults in a variety of settings, both NHS and private, working with clients presenting with straight forward to more complex needs. I have also been invited to supervise therapists, and examine trainee therapists.
Prior to working full time in private practice, my last role was in the NHS, offering therapy to clients experiencing traumas, perinatal and long term physical health difficulties.
Equipped with many strings in my therapist bow, I aim to get to know you, offer you a safe space to explore your difficulties, and tailor treatment attentively to your needs.
I have successfully provided short, medium and long-term psychological therapies to adults in a variety of settings, both NHS and private, working with clients presenting with straight forward to more complex needs. I have also been invited to supervise therapists, and examine trainee therapists.
Prior to working full time in private practice, my last role was in the NHS, offering therapy to clients experiencing traumas, perinatal and long term physical health difficulties.
About Me
Previous clients have used adjectives such as "warm", "down to earth", "calm", "perceptive" and "gentle but honest" to describe me as a therapist. I believe that my emphasis on good personal self-care and development has enabled me to consistently offer the above qualities to my clients.
Further, having grown up and lived internationally (Hong Kong, Italy & UK), and having travelled widely to many corners of the world (e.g. Ethiopia, Nigeria, Bahrain), I bring into the therapy space a deep sense of openness, curiosity and empathy to a wide range of ways in seeing and being in the world. In therapy, I do not only aim to help you work on the struggles that you are facing, but to help you recognise your unique personal story and strengths.
Further, having grown up and lived internationally (Hong Kong, Italy & UK), and having travelled widely to many corners of the world (e.g. Ethiopia, Nigeria, Bahrain), I bring into the therapy space a deep sense of openness, curiosity and empathy to a wide range of ways in seeing and being in the world. In therapy, I do not only aim to help you work on the struggles that you are facing, but to help you recognise your unique personal story and strengths.
Qualifications & Trainings
BSc (Hons) Psychology, University of College London (UCL)
MSc Counselling Psychology, City University of London
Post-Graduate Training in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), University of Surrey
IAPT Supervisor Training for High Intensity Therapists, University of Surrey
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness Training Ltd
Certified Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher Training, School of Positive Transformation
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Part 1-3, Richman Training Ltd
MSc Counselling Psychology, City University of London
Post-Graduate Training in CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), University of Surrey
IAPT Supervisor Training for High Intensity Therapists, University of Surrey
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness Training Ltd
Certified Meditation and Mindfulness Teacher Training, School of Positive Transformation
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Part 1-3, Richman Training Ltd
Fees
Free 20 minutes initial consultation
£110-£130 per 50 minutes individual session
I am a registered provider for AXA PPP Healthcare, Vitality, Cigna & Aviva
£110-£130 per 50 minutes individual session
I am a registered provider for AXA PPP Healthcare, Vitality, Cigna & Aviva
Location
I am currently offering most therapy sessions online (Zoom), and with limited face to face availability in London Bridge
testimonials
Testimonials from previous clients can be found on google reviews for 'Serenia Ltd'
Testimonials from colleagues can be found on my LinkedIn page
Get in touch
Phone: 074 5656 7864
Email: yip.serenia@googlemail.com
Please get in touch so we can arrange a time to speak for a free initial consultation to see if we will be a good fit, and if I can help you with the struggles that you are facing
I look forward to hearing from you
Email: yip.serenia@googlemail.com
Please get in touch so we can arrange a time to speak for a free initial consultation to see if we will be a good fit, and if I can help you with the struggles that you are facing
I look forward to hearing from you