About Me
Hello, I'm Vilyana Tsekova.
I am an accredited psychotherapist, trained as both a psychologist and a psychotherapist. My background allows me to integrate a range of evidence-based approaches, tailoring therapy to suit your unique needs. I have experience in a variety of clinical settings, including CAMHS, forensic mental health, NHS community mental health, the charitable sector, high-intensity therapy services, EAP, and private practice. These experiences have strengthened my ability to support individuals from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of concerns. I provide a supportive therapeutic environment for individuals of all sexual orientations, ethnicities, nationalities, sizes, religions, and abilities. I am registered with AXA, Aviva and WPA.
My approach focuses on helping clients manage anxiety, depression, workplace stress, and life transitions while navigating family issues and strengthening connections. I work with individuals to build self-esteem, increase psychological resilience, and develop a deeper sense of self-awareness. Understanding and changing unhelpful patterns and breaking free from destructive cycles are key aspects of therapy. Together, we will explore the difficulties you face, recognise behaviours that may be holding you back, and work towards creating a more fulfilling and balanced life.
I have also been involved with humanitarian and human rights organisations, working on various health-related projects and campaigns across the globe such as Stop Torture and My Body, My Rights.
The therapeutic relationship is as important as the solid professional background of each therapist. While I am open to working with people from all walks of life, I am aware that I may not always be the right psychotherapist for everyone I meet. If, for any reason, I am unable to support you, I will do my best to provide meaningful recommendations for psychotherapy. Your health and well-being matter, and I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
Academic Qualifications
- BSc in Psychology (Hons.), NBU.
- PG Diploma in Integrative counselling and coaching (Hons.), UEL.
- Specialisation in Cognitive neuroscience, neural networks and consciousness, ELTE.
- Specialisation in Behavioural Psychology, JU.
- MSc in Occupational Therapy, UEA.
Post-graduate training courses
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy: extended training. The Association for Psychological Therapies, Leicester.
- Sensory Integration (2/3). Ulster University, Birmingham.
- STEPPS (Systems Training for Emotional Predictability and Problem Solving): Group Treatment Programme for Borderline Personality Disorder. NEPFT, Essex.
- Sensory Integration in Mental Health and Learning Disability, Forensic and Secure Settings. Sensory Integration Network, UK.
- Schema Therapy: full training. Schema Therapy Institute, London.
- Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT): full advanced clinical skills training. Compassionate Mind Foundation, UK.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) full training. EMDR Academy, UK.
