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Hi, I'm Laveen,

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I'm a qualified integrative therapeutic counsellor with a CPCAB Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. I work in a warm, collaborative and attentive way.

Offering a steady space where you feel heard, valued and supported.

 

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I have worked within a large charity supporting people affected by trauma, exploitation and complex life circumstances, alongside NHS and community services.

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Across these roles, I have supported people navigating anxiety, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm, helping them to make sense of what they are experiencing and find healthier ways of coping and relating to others.

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Understanding what it feels like to be different

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As a Black counsellor, I recognise that feeling understood and accepted can be important when choosing someone to work with. You may be looking for someone who shares aspects of your background, or someone whose experiences differ from yours. Ultimately, what matters is feeling heard, understood and able to connect with the person you're working with.

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I know what it can feel like to hold parts of yourself back or worry about being misunderstood. I'm interested in how feeling different, or out of place can shape our confidence and how we see ourselves. This might relate to our ethnicity, sexuality or identity, feeling that we don't quite fit in or the pressure to achieve and appear capable while privately experiencing self-doubt or comparing ourselves to others.

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Working together​

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In our work together, I'll seek to understand your experiences from your perspective, without making assumptions about who you are or what matters to you. We can explore what has shaped the way you see yourself, recognise your strengths and build on these to help you develop greater self-trust, self-compassion and confidence in being yourself unapologetcally.

 

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Sessions are guided by what feels most important for you, whether that's making sense of your emotions, understanding patterns, or having space to pause and reflect.

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There is no expectation to present things perfectly. We work with what feels present and meaningful one step at a time.

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If you're ready to take the next step, or simply want to explore whether we would be a good fit to work together. 

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We can start with a simple conversation and go from there, by booking a 20-minute introductory call.

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