What to Expect During Our Time Together
Encountering Self
You, your story and your life experience will be our main focus; don’t let this deter you. Research has shown growth in self-knowledge and awareness increases a person’s calmness, curiosity, clarity, compassion, confidence, courage, creativity, and connectedness. These are known as the 8C’s in Internal Family Systems.
Boundaries
I place great importance on healthy boundaries, not to hinder connection, but with the intention to protect the goodness that is within. Many of us have experienced boundaries being breached or non-existent, leaving us vulnerable and exposed. While vulnerability is celebrated in today's culture, it can be draining even dangerous without healthy boundaries in place.
Your Facilitator
I am your instrument for your healing transformation. With a sharp and precise instrument, guided by compassion and a steady hand, I employ thought-provoking questions to offer unique perspectives. Relatable humour and visual concepts are naturally woven in, making the journey both manageable and insightful. I will enter your story, bearing witness to your pains and joys.
Holistic Approach
Holistic therapy and coaching allows us to work with the whole person, dedicating time and awareness to each part. We consider your emotions, memories, habits, physical responses, spirituality, beliefs, relationships, and surroundings as we strive for a mind-body-soul connection.
Services
Online Sessions
In-Person Sessions
In-Person Sessions
I initially offer six therapy/coaching sessions. During the fifth session, we can discuss the option of additional sessions if desired. Each session lasts for 50 minutes is conducted over the Google Meet. I also offer a few sessions during the evening to accommodate various schedules.
In-Person Sessions
In-Person Sessions
In-Person Sessions
These therapy/coaching sessions happen in a professional yet comfortable environment, within walking distance from Enfield Town.
Parking is available.
One-Off Session
In-Person Sessions
One-Off Session
If you prefer a single session for moments when an issue arises or when facing a significant life decision, and you'd like to discuss it with a therapist/coach, I offer 1.5-hour sessions. This is offered virtually.
About Me
Hi, I am Leah
I’m not sure where my hunger for service began, it feels as if it has always been with me, a part of me. Raised in South Africa, I received my BA in Human Science and Social Services, followed by Honours in Counselling Psychology. Before relocating to the UK, I dedicated myself to service in orphanages, mentoring underprivileged children as a camp counsellor, and was a trauma counsellor in a South African government hospital. My time in the hospital included training in trauma, bereavement, Pre- and Post-HIV & AIDS therapy, as well as spiritual and pastoral counselling.
Now settled in London with my family, I am pursuing further studies in counselling accredited by the BACP. Additionally, I've trained as a Life Coach and an NLP practitioner, equipping myself with more tools for facilitating transformation and desired outcomes.
I have studied a variety of modalities and find myself “flowing” between the Person-Centred Approach, Gestalt Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Internal Family System, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. The intuition of the modality that is used is based on the individual and scenario.
While I hold expertise in clinical, textbook-based, or Western psychology, I've always felt drawn to Theology, Eastern Philosophy and one's spiritual experience. I believe in honouring and integrating both dimensions—mind, body, and soul—for holistic healing and transformation.
My spiritual journey has fostered a deep relationship with God, enriched by prayer and meditation practices, as well as a comprehensive understanding of Eastern Philosophy through a four-year course and shamanic retreats.
As a lifelong dancer, I've witnessed firsthand the healing power of movement. I incorporate QiGong into my daily routine—a form of intentional movement derived from martial arts. The body stores memories and emotions, unresolved trauma can manifest as illness if not addressed. Thus, I recognise the importance of integrating somatic practices into the healing journey.