Adjustment difficulties
Agoraphobia
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
Burnout
Carer support
Chronic fatigue
Chronic pain
Coaching
Complex PTSD
Confidence
Coping with a long-term health condition
Depression
Domestic abuse
Emetophobia (vomit phobia)
End of relationship difficulties
General wellness
Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)
Health anxiety
Medically unexplained symptoms (MUS)
Neglect
Neurodiversity
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Other abuse
Other phobia
Panic disorder
Perfectionism
Perinatal anxiety
Perinatal depression
Physical abuse
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Relationships
Self-esteem
Sexual abuse
Sleep difficulties
Social phobia
Stress
Stress management
Trauma (general)
Trichotillomania
Valentina Forasassi
 
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She/Her
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
london

I'm an experienced CBT therapist (EMDR trained), helping you overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma. Let's work together to unlock new perspectives, build resilience,and build a more confident self.

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Languages

English
Italian

About me

Welcome and thank you for choosing to begin taking care of yourself today. This is a great first step, as change is always scary and full of uncertainties. My name is Valentina, and I will be glad to be part of your therapy journey and support you in gaining new perspectives on yourself and the world around you. As a therapist specialised in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), I believe that you are the expert of yourself, so therapy will be tailored to achieving your goals and moving closer to your ideal self. I see therapy as an incredible opportunity to connect with your identity and reclaim your life. I have multiple years of experience in mental health, including 6 years in the NHS alongside lecturing and supporting research. I specialise in short-term CBT, which will provide you with techniques to manage all types of Anxiety, OCD, Trauma, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, Depression, low mood, and low self-esteem, empowering you to become your own therapist. If your difficulties are long-term and/or more complex, I am open to discussing longer-term support. A good therapeutic alliance involves a collaborative process where both the therapist and client work together towards common goals, with the client actively involved in setting goals and making decisions about their treatment. I understand that therapy may not have been a positive experience for some, and I'm here to explore that with you. Your feedback is valuable, and I’m committed to creating a supportive journey together. In the last years I also trained and started offering Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, which is one of the most effective treatments for anxiety, depression, trauma, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I would be delighted to explore whether this psychological approach could be a good fit for your needs and help you achieve your goals.

Area I can help with

Adjustment difficulties
Agoraphobia
Anger Management
Anxiety
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD)
Burnout
Carer support
Chronic fatigue
Chronic pain
Coaching
Complex PTSD
Confidence
Coping with a long-term health condition
Depression
Domestic abuse
Emetophobia (vomit phobia)
End of relationship difficulties
General wellness
Generalised anxiety disorder (GAD)
Health anxiety
Medically unexplained symptoms (MUS)
Neglect
Neurodiversity
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
Other abuse
Other phobia
Panic disorder
Perfectionism
Perinatal anxiety
Perinatal depression
Physical abuse
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Relationships
Self-esteem
Sexual abuse
Sleep difficulties
Social phobia
Stress
Stress management
Trauma (general)
Trichotillomania

Types of therapy I offer

Behavioural Activation
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Mindfulness Based Interventions
Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing

Qualifications

EMDR Europe
EMDR Europe Standard Training
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2023 - 2024
BABCP accredited
Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT)
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2022 - present
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Work experience

London Metropolitan University
External associate lecturer
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2023 - 2024
Newham Talking Therapies, NHS, ELFT
CBT Therapist, BABCP accredited in 2022
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2020 - 2024
Newham Talking Therapies, NHS, ELFT
Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
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2019 - 2020

Education

EMDR Europe
EMDR Europe Standard Training
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2023 - 2024
King’s College of London
Postgraduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapies
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2020 - 2021
University of Southampton
PG Cert in Low Intensity CBT with IAPT PWP status
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2017 - 2018