Katarzyna Wicha

Please get in touch for my current availability.

Some people feel like life is crashing in on them, and they struggle to breathe. Therapy can feel like the first deep breath in a long time.

Whatever brings you here today, I'd love to hear from you and see how I can support you.

I am a grounded, calm and down-to-earth therapist with a humanistic and relational approach. I believe that every person is unique, so I'm interested in getting to know you and understanding your life from your perspective.

Together, we'll explore your experiences with curiosity and compassion, paying attention to how your relationships - both past and present - may have shaped the way you relate to yourself and others. 

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. 

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 smallest daily issues. 

You are welcome to get in touch so we can explore what brings you to therapy and how we might work together.

My practice is based in a quiet, comfortable location just five minutes from Richmond Station and in Twickenham near 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.

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.