Zena Italia

I offer daytime and evening appointments, subject to availability.

Hello, I'm Zena, a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor working with adults, young people and parents.

I support adults and young people struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, disordered eating, bulimia, or the exhaustion that comes from trying to cope while appearing "fine" on the outside.

I also work with parents and carers who feel worried, helpless or unsure how best to support their child, providing understanding, reassurance and support during what is often a difficult, frightening and isolating time.

Therapy can help anyone struggling to understand their emotions better, develop healthier ways of coping and feel more confident in themselves.

My professional experience includes NHS Counselling for Depression services, specialist trauma and mental health services, secondary school counselling, bereavement support, addiction services and crisis intervention work.

From my work within busy secondary schools and my private practice, I have extensive experience supporting young people with anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating difficulties, school refusal, trauma, family difficulties, identity exploration, neurodivergence and the pressures created by academic, social and online expectations.

I understand the challenges young people face and the impact these struggles can have on parents and family relationships.

Before retraining as a therapist, I spent 20 years working as a solicitor while balancing family life, relationships and parenthood. As a parent of young adults myself, I understand both the pressures many adults carry and how painful it can be to watch your child struggle while feeling unsure how to help.

I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and be yourself. As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, working collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe for you. At the heart of my work is the belief that meaningful change happens through a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel heard, understood and supported.

I tailor therapy to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

My work is informed by person-centred, relational, psychodynamic and trauma-informed approaches. I am also trained in Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD), a NICE-recommended and NHS-approved therapeutic model for working with depression and persistent low mood.

My approach focuses on helping clients develop greater emotional awareness, self-understanding, resilience and self-compassion, while finding practical ways to manage life's challenges and build lasting emotional wellbeing.

In-person counselling and psychotherapy, £70.00 per session 

Online counselling and psychotherapy via secure video platform, £55.00 per session   

Telephone counselling, £55.00 per session 

 I understand that cost can feel like a barrier. Please don’t let this stop you from reaching out. I’m happy to discuss fees that work for your situation.

I offer a free 20-minute introductory telephone or online consultation. This gives us an opportunity to discuss what is bringing you to therapy, for you to ask any questions you may have, and for us to explore whether we feel like the right fit for working together.

If you decide to proceed, our first session will focus on understanding your current difficulties, your goals for therapy and what you hope to gain from counselling. There is no pressure to share more than feels comfortable. We will work at a pace that feels right for you.

I offer daytime and evening appointments, subject to availability.

Hello, I'm Zena, a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor working with adults, young people and parents.

I support adults and young people struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, disordered eating, bulimia, or the exhaustion that comes from trying to cope while appearing "fine" on the outside.

I also work with parents and carers who feel worried, helpless or unsure how best to support their child, providing understanding, reassurance and support during what is often a difficult, frightening and isolating time.

Therapy can help anyone struggling to understand their emotions better, develop healthier ways of coping and feel more confident in themselves.

My professional experience includes NHS Counselling for Depression services, specialist trauma and mental health services, secondary school counselling, bereavement support, addiction services and crisis intervention work.

From my work within busy secondary schools and my private practice, I have extensive experience supporting young people with anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating difficulties, school refusal, trauma, family difficulties, identity exploration, neurodivergence and the pressures created by academic, social and online expectations.

I understand the challenges young people face and the impact these struggles can have on parents and family relationships.

Before retraining as a therapist, I spent 20 years working as a solicitor while balancing family life, relationships and parenthood. As a parent of young adults myself, I understand both the pressures many adults carry and how painful it can be to watch your child struggle while feeling unsure how to help.

I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and be yourself. As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, working collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe for you. At the heart of my work is the belief that meaningful change happens through a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel heard, understood and supported.

I tailor therapy to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

My work is informed by person-centred, relational, psychodynamic and trauma-informed approaches. I am also trained in Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD), a NICE-recommended and NHS-approved therapeutic model for working with depression and persistent low mood.

My approach focuses on helping clients develop greater emotional awareness, self-understanding, resilience and self-compassion, while finding practical ways to manage life's challenges and build lasting emotional wellbeing.

In-person counselling and psychotherapy, £70.00 per session 

Online counselling and psychotherapy via secure video platform, £55.00 per session   

Telephone counselling, £55.00 per session 

 I understand that cost can feel like a barrier. Please don’t let this stop you from reaching out. I’m happy to discuss fees that work for your situation.

I offer a free 20-minute introductory telephone or online consultation. This gives us an opportunity to discuss what is bringing you to therapy, for you to ask any questions you may have, and for us to explore whether we feel like the right fit for working together.

If you decide to proceed, our first session will focus on understanding your current difficulties, your goals for therapy and what you hope to gain from counselling. There is no pressure to share more than feels comfortable. We will work at a pace that feels right for you.

I offer daytime and evening appointments, subject to availability.

Hello, I'm Zena, a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor working with adults, young people and parents.

I support adults and young people struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, disordered eating, bulimia, or the exhaustion that comes from trying to cope while appearing "fine" on the outside.

I also work with parents and carers who feel worried, helpless or unsure how best to support their child, providing understanding, reassurance and support during what is often a difficult, frightening and isolating time.

Therapy can help anyone struggling to understand their emotions better, develop healthier ways of coping and feel more confident in themselves.

My professional experience includes NHS Counselling for Depression services, specialist trauma and mental health services, secondary school counselling, bereavement support, addiction services and crisis intervention work.

From my work within busy secondary schools and my private practice, I have extensive experience supporting young people with anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating difficulties, school refusal, trauma, family difficulties, identity exploration, neurodivergence and the pressures created by academic, social and online expectations.

I understand the challenges young people face and the impact these struggles can have on parents and family relationships.

Before retraining as a therapist, I spent 20 years working as a solicitor while balancing family life, relationships and parenthood. As a parent of young adults myself, I understand both the pressures many adults carry and how painful it can be to watch your child struggle while feeling unsure how to help.

I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and be yourself. As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, working collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe for you. At the heart of my work is the belief that meaningful change happens through a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel heard, understood and supported.

I tailor therapy to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

My work is informed by person-centred, relational, psychodynamic and trauma-informed approaches. I am also trained in Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD), a NICE-recommended and NHS-approved therapeutic model for working with depression and persistent low mood.

My approach focuses on helping clients develop greater emotional awareness, self-understanding, resilience and self-compassion, while finding practical ways to manage life's challenges and build lasting emotional wellbeing.

In-person counselling and psychotherapy, £70.00 per session 

Online counselling and psychotherapy via secure video platform, £55.00 per session   

Telephone counselling, £55.00 per session 

 I understand that cost can feel like a barrier. Please don’t let this stop you from reaching out. I’m happy to discuss fees that work for your situation.

I offer a free 20-minute introductory telephone or online consultation. This gives us an opportunity to discuss what is bringing you to therapy, for you to ask any questions you may have, and for us to explore whether we feel like the right fit for working together.

If you decide to proceed, our first session will focus on understanding your current difficulties, your goals for therapy and what you hope to gain from counselling. There is no pressure to share more than feels comfortable. We will work at a pace that feels right for you.

I offer daytime and evening appointments, subject to availability.

Hello, I'm Zena, a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor working with adults, young people and parents.

I support adults and young people struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, disordered eating, bulimia, or the exhaustion that comes from trying to cope while appearing "fine" on the outside.

I also work with parents and carers who feel worried, helpless or unsure how best to support their child, providing understanding, reassurance and support during what is often a difficult, frightening and isolating time.

Therapy can help anyone struggling to understand their emotions better, develop healthier ways of coping and feel more confident in themselves.

My professional experience includes NHS Counselling for Depression services, specialist trauma and mental health services, secondary school counselling, bereavement support, addiction services and crisis intervention work.

From my work within busy secondary schools and my private practice, I have extensive experience supporting young people with anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating difficulties, school refusal, trauma, family difficulties, identity exploration, neurodivergence and the pressures created by academic, social and online expectations.

I understand the challenges young people face and the impact these struggles can have on parents and family relationships.

Before retraining as a therapist, I spent 20 years working as a solicitor while balancing family life, relationships and parenthood. As a parent of young adults myself, I understand both the pressures many adults carry and how painful it can be to watch your child struggle while feeling unsure how to help.

I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and be yourself. As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, working collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe for you. At the heart of my work is the belief that meaningful change happens through a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel heard, understood and supported.

As aI tailor therapy to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

My work is informed by person-centred, relational, psychodynamic and trauma-informed approaches. I am also trained in Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD), a NICE-recommended and NHS-approved therapeutic model for working with depression and persistent low mood.

My approach focuses on helping clients develop greater emotional awareness, self-understanding, resilience and self-compassion, while finding practical ways to manage life's challenges and build lasting emotional wellbeing.

In-person counselling and psychotherapy, £70.00 per session 

Online counselling and psychotherapy via secure video platform, £55.00 per session   

Telephone counselling, £55.00 per session 

 I understand that cost can feel like a barrier. Please don’t let this stop you from reaching out. I’m happy to discuss fees that work for your situation.

I offer a free 20-minute introductory telephone or online consultation. This gives us an opportunity to discuss what is bringing you to therapy, for you to ask any questions you may have, and for us to explore whether we feel like the right fit for working together.

If you decide to proceed, our first session will focus on understanding your current difficulties, your goals for therapy and what you hope to gain from counselling. There is no pressure to share more than feels comfortable. We will work at a pace that feels right for you.

I offer daytime and evening appointments, subject to availability. 

Hello, I'm Zena, a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor working with adults, young people and parents.

I support adults and young people struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, disordered eating, bulimia, or the exhaustion that comes from trying to cope while appearing "fine" on the outside.

I also work with parents and carers who feel worried, helpless or unsure how best to support their child, providing understanding, reassurance and support during what is often a difficult, frightening and isolating time.

Therapy can help anyone struggling to understand their emotions better, develop healthier ways of coping and feel more confident in themselves.

My professional experience includes NHS Counselling for Depression services, specialist trauma and mental health services, secondary school counselling, bereavement support, addiction services and crisis intervention work.

From my work within busy secondary schools and my private practice, I have extensive experience supporting young people with anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating difficulties, school refusal, trauma, family difficulties, identity exploration, neurodivergence and the pressures created by academic, social and online expectations.

I understand the challenges young people face and the impact these struggles can have on parents and family relationships.

Before retraining as a therapist, I spent 20 years working as a solicitor while balancing family life, relationships and parenthood. As a parent of young adults myself, I understand both the pressures many adults carry and how painful it can be to watch your child struggle while feeling unsure how to help.

I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and be yourself. As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, working collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe for you. At the heart of my work is the belief that meaningful change happens through a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel heard, understood and supported.

I tailor therapy to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

My work is informed by person-centred, relational, psychodynamic and trauma-informed approaches. I am also trained in Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD), a NICE-recommended and NHS-approved therapeutic model for working with depression and persistent low mood.

My approach focuses on helping clients develop greater emotional awareness, self-understanding, resilience and self-compassion, while finding practical ways to manage life's challenges and build lasting emotional wellbeing.

In-person counselling and psychotherapy, £70.00 per session 

Online counselling and psychotherapy via secure video platform, £55.00 per session   

Telephone counselling, £55.00 per session 

 I understand that cost can feel like a barrier. Please don’t let this stop you from reaching out. I’m happy to discuss fees that work for your situation.

I offer a free 20-minute introductory telephone or online consultation. This gives us an opportunity to discuss what is bringing you to therapy, for you to ask any questions you may have, and for us to explore whether we feel like the right fit for working together.

If you decide to proceed, our first session will focus on understanding your current difficulties, your goals for therapy and what you hope to gain from counselling. There is no pressure to share more than feels comfortable. We will work at a pace that feels right for you.

I offer daytime and evening appointments, subject to availability.

Hello, I'm Zena, a BACP-registered integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor working with adults, young people and parents.

I support adults and young people struggling with anxiety, depression, emotional overwhelm, low self-esteem, disordered eating, bulimia, or the exhaustion that comes from trying to cope while appearing "fine" on the outside.

I also work with parents and carers who feel worried, helpless or unsure how best to support their child, providing understanding, reassurance and support during what is often a difficult, frightening and isolating time.

Therapy can help anyone struggling to understand their emotions better, develop healthier ways of coping and feel more confident in themselves.

My professional experience includes NHS Counselling for Depression services, specialist trauma and mental health services, secondary school counselling, bereavement support, addiction services and crisis intervention work.

From my work within busy secondary schools and my private practice, I have extensive experience supporting young people with anxiety, depression, self-harm, eating difficulties, school refusal, trauma, family difficulties, identity exploration, neurodivergence and the pressures created by academic, social and online expectations.

I understand the challenges young people face and the impact these struggles can have on parents and family relationships.

Before retraining as a therapist, I spent 20 years working as a solicitor while balancing family life, relationships and parenthood. As a parent of young adults myself, I understand both the pressures many adults carry and how painful it can be to watch your child struggle while feeling unsure how to help.

I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and be yourself. As an integrative therapist, I tailor my approach to your individual needs, working collaboratively and at a pace that feels safe for you. At the heart of my work is the belief that meaningful change happens through a trusting therapeutic relationship, where you feel heard, understood and supported.

I tailor therapy to the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.

My work is informed by person-centred, relational, psychodynamic and trauma-informed approaches. I am also trained in Person-Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression (PCE-CfD), a NICE-recommended and NHS-approved therapeutic model for working with depression and persistent low mood.

My approach focuses on helping clients develop greater emotional awareness, self-understanding, resilience and self-compassion, while finding practical ways to manage life's challenges and build lasting emotional wellbeing.

In-person counselling and psychotherapy, £70.00 per session 

Online counselling and psychotherapy via secure video platform, £55.00 per session   

Telephone counselling, £55.00 per session 

 I understand that cost can feel like a barrier. Please don’t let this stop you from reaching out. I’m happy to discuss fees that work for your situation.

I offer a free 20-minute introductory telephone or online consultation. This gives us an opportunity to discuss what is bringing you to therapy, for you to ask any questions you may have, and for us to explore whether we feel like the right fit for working together.

If you decide to proceed, our first session will focus on understanding your current difficulties, your goals for therapy and what you hope to gain from counselling. There is no pressure to share more than feels comfortable. We will work at a pace that feels right for you.