Lydia Gunjevic
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor in Cambridge and Longstanton
My therapeutic practice is informed by the Postgraduate Diploma in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counselling at the Faculty of Education, University of Cambridge and is supported by regular clinical supervision with experienced psychotherapists and continuing professional and personal development.
I am a fully qualified Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). I am also a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists and accredited clinical member of the Universities Psychotherapy and Counselling Association (UPCA). I adhere to all their codes of ethics and follow the complaints procedure.
I have a PhD in theology and have previously worked as an adjunct lecturer and a writer. My studies of theology also included courses in pastoral care and counselling.
I have extensive experience of working with children, young people and adults who are dealing with psychological and emotional difficulties in Cambridge and abroad. I have a genuine interest in others with multicultural competency. As a therapist now in private practice in Longstanton and at the 8AKP, Therapeutic Consultants in Cambridge, I recently worked also as a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counsellor with Blue Smile (a charity providing therapy in primary and secondary schools in Cambridgeshire) and as a Student Wellbeing Officer and Student Counsellor at Westfield House, Cambridge. In these roles, I have supported children, young people, and adults with a range of issues, including the following:
eating disorder
self-harm
autism
ADHD
trauma
anxiety and panic attacks
exam stress
child related issues
identity development
bereavement
low mood
addictions
loneliness
spiritual abuse
spirituality
gender and sexual orientation
cultural challenges
bipolar disorder
abuse
narcissistic relationships
miscarriages
unemployment, and many more
Many of these issues are complex and deep-rooted and cannot be resolved in 1 or 2 sessions. I work short term but some issues require longer term commitment.
I draw on different techniques and theories to develop an approach that suits the needs of each client. I use talking therapy as well as suitable arts materials, such as sand trays, paints, clay, therapeutic cards, or whatever a client finds helpful to identify, express and resolve their difficulties and build greater emotional stability, strength and resilience
Qualifications:
- Postgraduate Diploma in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapeutic Counselling, University of Cambridge, UK
- PhD in Theology, University of Cambridge, UK/University of Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Certificate in Counselling, Adult Education, Cambridge, UK
- Certificate in Counselling Skills, Adult Education, Cambridge, UK
- Graduate Teacher of Religious Education, University of Osijek, Croatia
- Bachelor of Theology (BTh), University of Osijek, Croatia
Memberships:
- registered member of the UK Council of Psychotherapy (UKCP)
- member of the BACP Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists
- accredited clinical member of Universities Psychotherapy and Counselling Association
Get in touch
Please be free to text me 07497171904 or email me using the form below to make further enquiries about counselling or to an appointment.
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If we agree to start working with under 18s, all communication outside sessions will be with a parent(s).
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