Letisha Mahandru

My hours of work are flexible  and include evenings and weekends .

Hello , my name is Letisha I am a qualified therapist who has several years of experience working with clients and is currently training as a psycholgist . Over the course of my career , I have worked with a diverse group of individuals from all walks of life . I specialise in 

•  Bereavement
  
•  Depression
•  Anxiety 
•  Stress and coping skills 
•  Self esteem and confidence 
•  Play therapy 
•  Trauma and PSTD
•  Addictions 
•  chronic illness

I offer a safe,  non-judgemental and confidential space where clients feel comforortable to speak and are understood .I work collaboratively to address a range of issues such as mood , self esteem , unhelpful ways of coping and anxiety . 

I am trained in a broad range of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Thearpy (CBT), Mindfulness, Compassion-focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy , Psychodynamic and systemic approaches .  I use an integrative approaches  , this works by matching the individual and presenting issue with the most suitable approaches .

Sometimes life can be challenging and we don't know where to turn . I work with clients to help them understand themselves more and the part they and others play in their life . Together we can explore the present and the past to uncover the root cause of the presenting issue and the negative thought patterns , feelings and actions by identifying more helpful strategies to overcome these challenges . My approach is of of understanding and genuine compassion .

My work is currently based online via phone .

I understand taking the first step can be a difficult . I offer a free 20 minute telephone / video call consultation where we can discuss your reasons for wanting counselling and you can ask me any questions you might have . If you then feel that we are able to work together we can move forward and arrange regular sessions .