Natalia Billinge

I began working as a psychologist in 1994, having graduated with an Honours degree in psychology from St Andrews University. I went on to complete a Master’s degree in psychotherapy and counselling from Regent’s University, London.

My career has since spanned the public, private and voluntary sectors. I spent many years working across academic and clinical settings, including several universities and NHS teaching hospitals.

I am a registered member of the BACP as well as a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS).

There is a lot of confusion about what ‘seeing a therapist’ involves, and how talking therapies such as counselling, psychotherapy, psychology differ and overlap. I understand that you may not know what you want to bring to therapy or how you want to use your time until you get in the room and start talking.

As both a psychologist and psychotherapist, I offer a truly integrative approach, recognising that every person is unique, with their own view of the world and their own experiences, beliefs and understandings.

I do not provide ‘off-the-shelf’ solutions; my work is always varied, accommodating and relational. I believe that everyone has the power to heal and grow from within themselves, yet each person will have their own way into their process of recovery. To reflect this I offer single session therapy (SST), short term (6-8 sessions) as well as longer-term therapy. The majority of my work is currently online, although I am able to offer face to face sessions in a Covid-safe space, if you prefer.

There will be no charge for your first session with me as I believe that you should have the opportunity to 'try out' different therapists to find one that feels right for you.