Gemma Masingiri, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Gemma Masingiri

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Gemma Masingiri, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Gemma Masingiri

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My Approach

Together we'll explore and make sense of what you're going through. I hold a compassionate and understanding space where you can talk about what's going on in your life. We might discuss current issues or explore how your past experiences shape your choices and reactions now.

I offer a free 30minute call before our first appointment.

About Me

Life can sometimes feel really difficult. You might need support to process and build your life after trauma; you might find that you are putting other people before yourself or pleasing others; you might feel anxious, stressed or depressed without realising why; or you might need specialist help as you navigate perinatal (the period from pre-conception to post-birth) and maternal mental health issues. I work relationally in a trauma-informed way and create a safe and supportive environment for your healing journey.

I have a Masters degree-level Diploma in Transactional Analysis from an Integrative Perspective from the Manchester Institute of Psychotherapy. I have also completed specialist training in outdoor therapy, domestic abuse, dissociation, identity and perinatal psychotherapy (which encompasses difficulties from pre-conception and infertility to post birth). 

I have experience of working in a trauma-informed way with depression, anxiety, infertility, survivors of domestic abuse and child abuse, perfectionism and trauma. 

My background is in the migration charity sector and I have worked in a fast-paced, high-stress environment whilst supporting staff and volunteers from around the world.

I work with

  • Individuals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Depression can feel overwhelming and all consuming. We will create and build a strong relationship and explore the root causes of your depression so that we can understand what you need.
I have a particular interest in the perinatal - the period pre conception and beyond. In addition to working with people who are / have experienced infertility in my private practice, I have recently completed specialist training in this area of work at the Psychotherapy Institute.
Although I have highlighted some specific areas of interest above, I work with people with a wide variety of mental health issues. I have a free 30minute call to help you decide if I'm the right fit for you
My work with stress and anxiety centres on understanding the reactions of our bodies and minds - we might explore what's happening those nights where your mind can't stop racing, the sick or butterfly feeling in your stomach, anxiety dreams which mean you wake at 2am, the need to run away or remain frozen in place,
I have extensive experience of working with people who have experienced trauma and the impact of trauma. Together we will create a space of safety and calm where we can gently explore and understand your experience. I work with dissociation, flashbacks, dysregulation and both recent and past trauma.

Types of Therapies Offered

  • Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist

What I can help with

  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Bereavement
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Employment Difficulties
  • Gender
  • Identity Problems
  • Infertility
  • Mental Health Issues
  • Obsessions
  • Online Counselling
  • Parents
  • Post-Traumatic Stress
  • Relationships
  • Separation
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Step Families
  • Stress
  • Trauma

Types of sessions

  • Face to Face - Long Term
  • Face to Face - Short Term
  • Online Therapy

Office

Highfield House
185 Chorley New Road
BL1 4QZ
United Kingdom (UK)

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Cost:

£60 for online and face to face appointments
£65 for walking appointments

UKCP College

  • Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy College (HIPC)
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