Anuja Vora

Wednesdays: Evening sessions (6:30 PM and 7:45 PM)

Saturdays: Morning sessions (10:00 AM, 11:15 AM, and 12:30 PM)

About Me

My path to counselling wasn't straightforward, but I am deeply grateful for it. Years ago, I navigated a dark chapter, struggling with alcohol addiction and unresolved grief. I know firsthand how it feels to be lost and vulnerable. Through counselling, I found the strength to face these challenges and embrace sobriety.

This showed me the profound power of being heard without judgment, sparking a passion to help others. Five years into recovery, I formally trained as a counsellor. Today, I draw on my past to offer deep empathy. It takes courage to ask for help, and I provide a safe, secure space to explore your challenges freely.

Additionally, my years in the medical device industry—collaborating with professionals treating MS, Parkinson's, and cancer—deepened my appreciation for human resilience and the need for compassionate support during life's hardest moments.

I bring both professional training and lived experience to our sessions. I fundamentally believe we all have the power to heal, and I am here to walk alongside you as you find your way forward.

Qualifications and Training

I am committed to ongoing learning to ensure I provide the highest standard of support. My credentials include:

Diploma in Humanistic Counselling

Registered Member of the BACP

Certificate in Online and Telephone Counselling

Core Training in: Brief Therapy, Existential, Gestalt, and Person-Centred approaches

Continuing Professional Development (CPD):

Trauma-informed practice

Grief and loss counselling

Addiction recovery support

Anxiety and depression management

If you have any questions about my background or how my approach might suit your needs, please don't hesitate to ask.

Welcome

Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, but you don't have to navigate it alone. I provide a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely.

My Approach

At the heart of my practice is humanistic counselling. I believe you are the expert of your own experience and possess an innate capacity for growth. I am not an authority figure with all the answers; rather, I am here to walk alongside you. We will work together to uncover your strengths, trust your inner wisdom, and find ways for you to live more authentically.

Because every person is unique, I take an integrative approach. By blending humanistic principles with techniques from Gestalt therapy, Existential therapy, and Transactional Analysis, we can tailor sessions to what works best for you. You are always in the driver's seat of this journey. I am simply here to support, guide, and gently challenge you.

Areas of Focus: Trauma and Loss

While I work with a wide range of issues, I have particular experience supporting clients through trauma and loss.

Trauma—whether from a single event or ongoing experiences—can overwhelm our ability to cope and affect how we see the world. It often manifests as anxiety, depression, flashbacks, or difficulties in relationships. I provide a safe, secure environment to process your experiences at your own pace. We will gently explore how the trauma has impacted you and develop strategies to help you regain a sense of safety and control in your life.

Next Steps

Finding the right counsellor is an important decision. To help you get a better feel for who I am and how I work, I encourage you to read the insights I regularly share on my blog. To explore these posts, learn more about my specific therapeutic techniques, and see what to expect from our sessions, please visit my website. I look forward to connecting with you and supporting your journey towards healing and self-actualisation. 

Initial Consultation

I offer a free 20-minute initial consultation. This is an opportunity for us to meet, discuss what brings you to counselling, and see if we're a good fit for working together. It's a chance for you to ask any questions you might have and get a sense of how I work. There's no obligation to continue after this consultation - it's all about finding the right support for you.