I am a qualified integrative counsellor, registered in the UK.
My approach is sensitive and supportive and I will work collaboratively together with you, placing emphasis on building a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship.
I am passionate about providing you with the space to feel heard and speak your truth. I have a passion for helping others and to help them to increase their self awareness, gain insights to bring about change and challenge those self limiting beliefs. I believe that therapy is personal and unique and getting the right relationship and fit is very important. My goal is to make you feel comfortable and no longer alone in sorting through your feelings, emotions, thoughts, and experiences.
I specialise and work with my clients to overcome a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self esteem, bereavement, trauma, and more. Life can often throw us off track and throughout the passage of time different transitions can occur. These can be anything from positive life transitions, such as having a baby, moving house or areas to a career change, children growing up, perimenopause/menopause and even a diagnosis such as ADHD can create a sense of overwhelm and stress. Experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and hopelessness can leave you feeling not really sure of who you are. My therapeutic approach draws from a range of evidence-based techniques, including CBT.
How counselling can help
Whether you are struggling with a specific issue or simply seeking support and guidance, I can help you find the strength and resilience you need to move forward. With my support, you can overcome the obstacles that are holding you back. My approach to therapy is grounded in compassion, empathy, and a deep understanding of the unique needs of each client.
Learning to identify, acknowledge and talk about your feelings can give you the freedom to really take control of your life and deal with any life challenges in a more positive and proactive way.
We really are the experts of ourselves. I want to help each of my clients to celebrate their unique individuality and the differences that make them so special, enabling them to be their very best selves and create the life that they want.
Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am here to support you in that process.
My private practice can be found at www.therapywitholenka.co.uk
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Attachment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Infidelity, Life purpose, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing
BACP Therapist - Registered Member MBACP #389393
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Olenka Hennessey. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Olenka is amazing. I was a complete mess before starting to talk with her and she has helped me to become more confident and strong within myself. She’s helped me through some incredibly difficult times and helped me to become a better person. I highly recommend her.
Written on Feb 15, 2024 after therapy with olenka for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Brilliant therapist who completely understood my reasons for choosing BetterHelp from the start.
Written on Jan 09, 2024 after therapy with olenka for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Olenka is so helpful and attentive, she knows exactly what to say and provides so much support and knowledge. She provides amazing tools for me to use to overcome any problems I share with her, and is amazing at listening and replying to anything I may be going through.
Written on Jul 03, 2023 after therapy with olenka for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem