Soraya Adams

Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling for Adults

Margate | West London | Virtual

In an era of mounting unease and uncertainty, the relentless pace of our lives can create a sense of overwhelm. As a result, we can feel lost and disconnected from ourselves and the demands of our busy lives often hinders our way forwards. Sometimes our lives and relationships might feel stuck in endless cycles and unhealthy patterns.

I offer sanctuary—a place to pause, exhale and take the weight off. To sit back and gently untangle what is in front of us and reclaim our inner compass.

Connecting back to ourselves is essential in uncovering what truly needs tending to. From here, potential can be found; opening up to fresh possibility and a new direction.

My Approach

As an integrative psychotherapist I have trained in different approaches such as transpersonal, psychodynamic, humanistic and existential methods. This allows me to work intuitively and adapt to meet your unique needs, enabling us to work with whatever arises.

Transpersonal means that my methods are holistic; bringing the body, mind and soul in harmony to accomplish healing and growth. If sometimes language evades us, we can work with creative expression, dreams and mindfulness to create breakthroughs. This can mean listening to the body or checking in with the senses whilst we work, connecting with what is true and authentic.

I believe therapy is relational and I encourage a collaborative process of careful listening and supportive dialogue. By creating a secure foundation of trust and safety, we can allow unconscious patterns and self-limiting beliefs to move into the light to be witnessed and released. Our work together will help cultivate an inner guidance for you to take out into your life and relationships.

Whatever the issue, I aim to walk alongside you to uncover your concerns, untangle what is stuck and be there to witness and celebrate your progress.

The work I do with clients includes:

  • Childhood Trauma
  • Domestic Abuse
  • PTSD and Complex PTSD
  • Race, identity and cultural issues
  • Co-dependency and relationship issues
  • Depression
  • Low self-esteem
  • Anxiety and social anxiety
  • Bereavement and loss
  • Corporate disillusionment and burnout
  • Midlife transition/ depression
  • Spiritual Crisis

About Me

After studying Psychology at Leeds University, I spent 20+ years in the fashion retail industry, leading large teams in creative and project management. The corporate world delivered success but also chronic exhaustion and disillusionment. My path up to that point had always brought personal struggle and inner turmoil and I continued to chase answers in the wrong places.

I eventually embarked on a journey of discovery through a blend of therapy, deep shamanic work, meditation, Buddhist and tantra practice. These methods have supported me to turn inward and heal, becoming sacred practices to integrate into my work as a therapist.

My formal training is in integrative and transpersonal psychotherapy and counselling; receiving a Post-Graduate diploma at the Centre of Counselling and Psychotherapy Education (CCPE). I am a registered member of BACP.

Additionally, I possess specialised training in trauma support, particularly for individuals who have endured emotional, physical, or sexual abuse during childhood.

Fees & Session Info

Session fee is £75 for face to face in all locations and virtual.

I offer a free initial 30min exploratory session. A limited amount of low cost slots/ sliding scale appointments are available.

FAQs

Where are your practice locations?

I am based in Margate (CT9) and also practice in Paddington, London (W2). Additionally, I offer online sessions.



What is included in the introductory session?

I offer a complimentary 30-minute introductory session. This serves as an opportunity for you to gauge if we are a good fit. There's no obligation to continue therapy beyond this session.



How long is a typical therapy session, and how often should sessions occur?

Therapy sessions typically last 50 minutes and are ideally scheduled once a week.



How is the progress of therapy reviewed?

We will regularly review the progress of therapy sessions together. It's entirely up to you to decide the number of sessions you feel you need. Therapy can last anywhere from a few weeks to several years based on individual requirements.

Feel free to contact me

To explore more about therapy, inquire about sessions, or schedule a consultation, feel free to reach out via the contact form.

My in person practice locations include Margate (CT9) and Paddington, London (W2) which is a short walk away from Paddington station. For those preferring online therapy, sessions are conducted securely through Zoom.