About
On this page you will hopefully get a bit of a feel for who I am as a person and as a therapist and my approach to and what I value about the therapeutic process and the therapeutic relationship.
About Me
My name is Nirosha. I’m a counsellor and psychotherapist, accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in private practice since 2008.
Through my work for organisations such as Trauma Psychotherapy Scotland and Renfrewshire Association for Mental Health, I have 15 years of experience counselling clients suffering a range of symptoms from depression and acute anxiety through to trauma and P.T.S.D.
I also specialise in working with individuals looking to bring more fulfilment and authenticity into their lives. Having worked as a chartered accountant in the legal and corporate sector for over 15 years, I appreciate the feeling of emptiness and not living true to one’s deeper sense of self – i.e the parts of us that generate and sustain true well-being.
This section wouldn’t be complete without even a brief mention of what drives me from within and what lies closest to my heart. I know there is a goodness and infinite potential in each and every one of us, no matter what has happened to us or what we think about ourselves. It’s a space where blame, shame and loneliness are displaced by love, compassion and belonging.
It was this intention and longing to tap into ever deeper aspects of my being that took me on a 5-year journey to India and Bhutan in 2010, where I studied the ancient teachings under the guidance of spiritual teachers, partook in silent meditation retreats, and faced myself with increasing dollops of self-compassion It is with this same intention and understanding that I hold a space for others in the therapeutic process, to be able to experience their innate goodness through a kind and compassionate curiosity.
About Me
My name is Nirosha. I’m a counsellor and psychotherapist, accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in private practice since 2008.
Through my work for organisations such as Trauma Psychotherapy Scotland and Renfrewshire Association for Mental Health, I have 15 years of experience counselling clients suffering a range of symptoms from depression and acute anxiety through to trauma and P.T.S.D.
I also specialise in working with individuals looking to bring more fulfilment and authenticity into their lives. Having worked as a chartered accountant in the legal and corporate sector for over 15 years, I appreciate the feeling of emptiness and not living true to one’s deeper sense of self – i.e the parts of us that generate and sustain true well-being.
This section wouldn’t be complete without even a brief mention of what drives me from within and what lies closest to my heart. I know there is a goodness and infinite potential in each and every one of us, no matter what has happened to us or what we think about ourselves. It’s a space where blame, shame and loneliness are displaced by love, compassion and belonging.
It was this intention and longing to tap into ever deeper aspects of my being that took me on a 5-year journey to India and Bhutan in 2010, where I studied the ancient teachings under the guidance of spiritual teachers, partook in silent meditation retreats, and faced myself with increasing dollops of self-compassion It is with this same intention and understanding that I hold a space for others in the therapeutic process, to be able to experience their innate goodness through a kind and compassionate curiosity.
About My Approach
We are all unique. I therefore tailor my approach and use different therapeutic modalities to support you to understand and integrate your body, mind and spirit and make sense of yourself in how you respond to life events, love or pain, in order to regain clarity, grounding, sense of self and dignity.
One important aspect of my approach is the environment in which the therapeutic process unfolds. It is one of kindness and compassion. When we judge ourselves or others, we cannot see the truth. Developing a compassionate curiosity is the backdrop and attitude in which healing and new possibilities can emerge.
It is important you feel safe and comfortable. A good therapist can be a creative catalyst for change, aiming to help clients take control of their life in a productive and satisfying way. At the heart of this is the client / therapist relationship. I offer an empathic and non-judgemental environment where you can feel free to express yourself in complete confidence.
As well as working cognitively, I work somatically as trauma and stress affect the body and the nervous system. I have 20 years of meditation experience and therefore include mindfulness and somatic based reflective practices in the sessions. These can be deeply resourcing allowing for trauma and stress to be safely transformed into resilience and growth.
Founded and pioneered by Dr Peter Levine, I am currently undertaking the 3-year Somatic Experiencing training, a somatic based therapy in the healing of trauma and stress related conditions that taps into and activates the body’s own resources and potential for self-healing.
About My Approach
We are all unique. I therefore tailor my approach and use different therapeutic modalities to support you to understand and integrate your body, mind and spirit and make sense of yourself in how you respond to life events, love or pain, in order to regain clarity, grounding, sense of self and dignity.
One important aspect of my approach is the environment in which the therapeutic process unfolds. It is one of kindness and compassion. When we judge ourselves or others, we cannot see the truth. Developing a compassionate curiosity is the backdrop and attitude in which healing and new possibilities can emerge.
It is important you feel safe and comfortable. A good therapist can be a creative catalyst for change, aiming to help clients take control of their life in a productive and satisfying way. At the heart of this is the client / therapist relationship. I offer an empathic and non-judgemental environment where you can feel free to express yourself in complete confidence.
As well as working cognitively, I work somatically as trauma and stress affect the body and the nervous system. I have 20 years of meditation experience and therefore include mindfulness and somatic based reflective practices in the sessions. These can be deeply resourcing allowing for trauma and stress to be safely transformed into resilience and growth.
Founded and pioneered by Dr Peter Levine, I am currently undertaking the 3-year Somatic Experiencing training, a somatic based therapy in the healing of trauma and stress related conditions that taps into and activates the body’s own resources and potential for self-healing.
About My Sessions
I offer sessions in person, online, or a blend of the two.
There is no difference between the two in terms of the therapeutic process or the work we would do. Individuals benefit equally whether they choose in person or online sessions.
Due to geographical location or other commitments it may better suit certain individuals to opt for online sessions.
About My Sessions
I offer sessions in person, online, or a blend of the two.
There is no difference between the two in terms of the therapeutic process or the work we would do. Individuals benefit equally whether they choose in person or online sessions.
Due to geographical location or other commitments it may better suit certain individuals to opt for online sessions.
“It is only when compassion is present that people will allow themselves to see the truth. Where there is no compassion there is no trust.”