Silvia Guarinelli

I currently have the following availability, please get in touch for further information:

Online - flexible hours on Monday, Friday and Saturday

Monday - in person in Farnborough 

Hello, I’m Silvia and I am an integrative-relational psychotherapeutic counsellor.

Thank you for taking the time to read my profile - reaching out for professional support can be a significant step, it is important you find the right counsellor for your therapeutic needs, as well as someone you feel comfortable with. With this in mind, I offer a free brief introductory call to give us the opportunity to meet, and allow you to get a sense of what it may be like to work together.

There may be many different reasons that have led you here, you might be suffering in some way, or feel that something in your life needs to shift. I offer the space and time to, collaboratively, create an environment in which you can feel safe to express yourself and explore how to navigate what may be going on for you, as well as your wishes for change. I aim to make my approach affirming, warm and authentic and truly value the importance of creating a relationship of mutual trust.

I see the therapeutic relationship as the vessel through which exploration, insight and change can occur, leading to a more harmonious relationship with yourself and others. I draw upon elements of humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive approaches, which allows me to tailor my way of being and working to your needs, preferences and responses.

This is your space and I am here listening, exploring and understanding with you. My aim is to be an attentive and empathic companion as we unfold your story and continue your journey of becoming. 

Practice details:

- In person sessions are held in a purposefully designed room at Shieling House in Farnborough

- Video and telephone sessions

- Short-term, long-term and open ended contracts based on your circumstances

- Sessions are on a weekly basis, usually at the same time each week, and last 50 minutes

Please note that as of March 2024 I am beginning to transition all sessions online (via video or telephone).

Each person is unique therefore each therapeutic journey is as unique. I encourage feedback and open communication to ensure you are getting what you need from our sessions, and do my best to tailor my way of being and working to best suit your preferences and needs. 

About me:

I have a degree in Integrative-Relational Counselling and I am a registered member of the BACP. I have experience of working in community based counselling services and am currently an associate at Mind-Growth Mastery CIC. Previously, I have worked in a supporting role with people with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge, and have volunteered as a group facilitator for a charity offering support groups for individuals with depression.

We will have an initial consultation session in which we will discuss your current situation, historical information and your wishes for therapy. Based on your current circumstances and preference we will agree to a set number of sessions, or we can work in an open-ended way with regular reviews.