Psychotherapy and Counselling registered and BACP accredited
You deserve to feel
understood
A warm, safe space where you can explore who you are, where you've been, and where you want to go. No judgement, no pressure, just genuine human connection.
About Yelda
I bring lived experience, real empathy, and a deeply personal understanding of what it means to feel unheard.
My path to counselling wasn't a straight line. After years in banking and finance, a period of deep personal change in my early 40s became a turning point. That lived experience, not just textbook knowledge, is what I bring into every session. I know what it feels like to start over, to question everything, and to come through the other side stronger.
I'm naturally tuned in to the complexities of identity, belonging, and the pressures many of us carry without even realising it. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, grief, a big life change, or just feeling stuck, I offer a warm, down-to-earth space where you can be fully yourself.
Integrative Approach
Integrative means I don't follow a single method. Instead, I draw from various types of approaches with the presence of Person-Centred therapy at the forefront. I may also draw from Gestalt techniques with an insight of Relational theory to understand patterns and relationships.
Face to Face & Online
In-person sessions in Barkingside and Chigwell, Essex, or online from the comfort of your own space.
LGBTQIA+ Affirming
I welcome diversity of all kinds. My pronouns are she/her.
Who I Support
When life feels heavy, you don't have to carry it alone
I support individuals going through life transitions, identity questions, anxiety, and the emotional weight that builds when we try to hold everything together on our own.
Life Transitions
Navigating major changes, whether it's a career shift, relationship breakdown, becoming a parent, or simply feeling lost in a new chapter.
Identity & Belonging
Exploring who you are, where you fit, and what matters to you, especially when expectations from family, culture, or society feel heavy.
Anxiety & Overwhelm
Finding calm and clarity when life feels relentless, and learning to manage the stress that builds up over time.
Emotional Resilience
Building strength and self-compassion in the face of grief, loss, burnout, and the everyday challenges that can feel anything but ordinary.
What you can expect from our work together
My Approach
How I work
My approach is integrative, which means I draw from various types of approaches with the presence of Person-Centred therapy at the forefront. I may also draw from Gestalt techniques with an insight of Relational theory to understand patterns and relationships.
Together, we create a space that feels safe enough to explore what matters most to you.
Person-Centred at Heart
You set the pace. There's no set agenda or homework. Each session is led by you, with my gentle support and presence.
Attuned to You
I hold a deep appreciation for the complexity of identity, background, and lived experience. I understand that your story shapes how you see the world.
Relationships & Family
I understand the challenges that relationships can have, whether new or long-term. I will aim to gently reconnect you with yourself and empower you, improving your ability to deal with life's demands. I also offer support around challenges that arise with navigating parenting.
Warm & Grounded
No clinical jargon, no pressure. Just a genuine, down-to-earth space where you can be fully yourself.
How I Can Help
Counselling tailored to your needs
My practice is integrative. I draw from a range of therapeutic modalities to best suit your needs. I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to walk beside you.
Psychotherapeutic Counselling
In our work together, I draw from a rich blend of approaches offering the empathy and knowledge of various approaches with the presence of Person-Centred Therapy and also draw from Gestalt techniques with an insight of Relational theory.
Anxiety, Stress & Relationships
Support for managing anxiety, stress, and relationship difficulties, helping you feel more grounded, more in control, and more connected.
Client Experiences
What clients say
Yelda creates such a warm and safe space. For the first time, I felt truly heard and understood. She helped me see patterns I hadn't noticed before, and I'm now able to handle things that once felt overwhelming.
Sessions
Face-to-face or virtual
50 minutes
From £65 per session
I also offer longer sessions, please contact to discuss further
I work with clients accessing therapy through their AXA Health insurance, subject to their individual policy coverage and authorisation.
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
Get in Touch
Ready to take the first step? Let's have a chat.
You can call, text or email me in the first instance. We'll then arrange a free 15-minute phone consultation.
Reach Out
I'd love to hear
from you
Whether you have questions about therapy, want to know more about my approach, or are ready to book your free 15-minute consultation, please get in touch. There's no pressure, just a conversation.
Or contact me directly at therapywithyelda@gmail.com