Katarzyna Wicha

Whether you are navigating a specific crisis or want to understand yourself better - therapy can help you untangle old habits and find clarity. Whatever brings you here today, I'd love to hear from you and see how I can support you.

I am a Humanistic Therapist which means I integrate Person-Centred, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis. 

Psychotherapy with me might involve:

• Exploring how past experiences influence your here and now
• Noticing the connection between your mind and body.
• Gently challenging patterns when it feels safe and appropriate.
• Offering insights or practical things to try between sessions

By building a safe, trusting, and collaborative therapeutic relationship, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in a way that supports greater self-understanding, emotional growth, and lasting change.

Training & qualifications

I initially trained in Therapeutic Skills and Studies at The Metanoia Institute (London, UK), before completing a BSc (Hons) in Humanistic Counselling at Middlesex University London and a Clinical Diploma at The Metanoia Institute. I have four years of university-level training.

I have also completed additional specialised trainings, including:

• Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Coaching, Operation Centaur, London.
• Certificate in Working with Refugee People and Their Families, The Tavistock and Portman, London

I am insured, fully DBS checked, receive regular professional supervision and undertake ongoing CPD courses to continue developing my skills. 

First Session – What to Expect?

I understand that the first therapy session can sometimes feel daunting and my role is to support you from the very beginning.

 The first session is an opportunity for us to explore what brings you to therapy, discuss your goals, expectations and needs, and address any questions you may have.

We will also talk about how we might work together, including the frequency and potential length of therapy. This will be reviewed regularly as part of our ongoing work. Some people benefit most from long-term therapy, while others experience meaningful change in just a few sessions - the duration always depends on your needs and goals.

You are very welcome to get in touch if you’d like to know more, schedule a session or have a chat about how we might work together. 

Appointments are available on weekdays and Saturdays. Please get in touch with me for more details.

I believe in people’s innate capacity to navigate life, regardless of the challenges they have faced or are currently experiencing. My work focuses on helping clients gain perspective, better understand themselves and recognise their own strengths so they can move forward in life.

I am a grounded, calm, and down-to-earth therapist. My approach is humanistic, drawing on Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis, and is rooted in the therapeutic relationship. By building a safe and trusting relationship, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, helping you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and make meaningful changes.

I work in an open, non-defensive, and collaborative way. I welcome regular check-ins and feedback to make sure our work feels right for you.

My approach is trauma-informed, and we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. You will always have a choice in how we explore your experiences and your story.

There is no right or wrong way to be in our sessions. You can bring anything to the space, from your deepest concerns to the smaller challenges of everyday life. 

The work might involve:

• Exploring how your past experiences influence your life
• Noticing how your mind and body interact
• Using creative or experiential exercises to look at a problem from a new angle
• Gently challenging patterns or perspectives when it feels safe and appropriate to do so
• Offering insights, reflections, or practical things to try out between the sessions

My practice is based at The Practice Rooms in Richmond and Putney, with some additional availability in Twickenham. My rooms in Richmond and Putney are conveniently located in the heart of town, just a short walk from the station, while my Twickenham rooms offer a peaceful setting overlooking Twickenham Green.

Sessions are 50 minutes long, usually on a weekly basis, at £70. My approach tends to be more open-ended, allowing us to work at a pace that suits you. We'll have regular reviews to ensure you're getting what you need from our sessions and to discuss how you feel the work is progressing. 

The initial session is an opportunity to explore what has brought you to therapy, what you hope to gain, and whether we feel like a good fit. There will be time to ask questions and discuss how we might work together. I encourage you to take a day or two afterwards to reflect before deciding whether to continue.

The fee for an initial session is £50.

Appointments are available on weekdays and Saturdays. Please get in touch for my current availability.

My work focuses on helping clients gain perspective, better understand themselves and recognise their own strengths so they can move forward in life. I believe in people’s innate capacity to navigate life, regardless of the challenges they have faced or are currently experiencing.

I am a grounded, calm, and down-to-earth therapist. My approach is humanistic, drawing on Person-Centred Therapy, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis, and is rooted in the therapeutic relationship. By building a safe and trusting relationship, we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, helping you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and make meaningful changes.

I work in an open, non-defensive, and collaborative way. I welcome regular check-ins and feedback to make sure our work feels right for you.

My approach is trauma-informed, and we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. You will always have a choice in how we explore your experiences and your story.

There is no right or wrong way to be in our sessions. You can bring anything to the space, from your deepest concerns to the smaller challenges of everyday life.

The work might involve:

• Exploring how your past experiences influence your life
• Noticing how your mind and body interact
• Using creative or experiential exercises to look at a problem from a new angle
• Gently challenging patterns or perspectives when it feels safe and appropriate to do so
• Offering insights, reflections, or practical things to try out between the sessions

My practice is based at The Practice Rooms in Richmond and Putney, with some additional availability in Twickenham. My rooms in Richmond and Putney are conveniently located in the heart of town, just a short walk from the station, while my Twickenham rooms offer a peaceful setting overlooking Twickenham Green.

I initially trained in Therapeutic Skills and Studies at The Metanoia Institute (London, UK), before completing a BSc (Hons) in Humanistic Counselling at Middlesex University, London and a Clinical Diploma at The Metanoia Institute. I have four years of university-level training.

 My approach is humanistic (integration of Person-Centred, Gestalt, and Transactional Analysis) and relational. 

I have also completed additional specialised training, including:

• Certificate in Equine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Coaching, Operation Centaur, London.
• Certificate in Working with Refugee People and Their Families, The Tavistock and Portman, London

I am fully insured, receive regular professional supervision, and undertake ongoing CPD courses to continue developing my skills.

I have experience working across the NHS and a range of mental health charities.

The first session is a little different from our ongoing therapy sessions. We'll begin by covering a few practical details before exploring what has brought you to therapy, what you're hoping to gain from it, and the changes you'd like to see in your life. We'll also discuss how we might work together and whether my approach feels like a good fit for your needs. There will be plenty of time for you to ask any questions you may have.

Most importantly, the initial session is an opportunity for you to get a sense of what it feels like to work together and whether you feel comfortable with me. I encourage new clients to take a day or two afterwards to reflect on the experience before deciding whether they'd like to continue.

The fee for an initial session is £50.