Pedro Garcia

• Embracing opennes: My approach to therapy

In my practice, I emphasise a relational approach, focusing on the human connection between us. As your counsellor, I will provide a supportive environment where your voice is heard, understood, and respected at every stage. Each session is intended to meet you where you are in your life’s journey, helping you to move forward with confidence and resilience.

My approach is sensitive to trauma, which means I’m careful to handle any past hurts without causing further distress. We’ll work together to understand how these experiences affect you today and explore ways to move forward with clarity, resilience, and confidence.

I believe deeply in the connection between mind and body, a principle that is central to my counseling practice. Drawing from the insights of Bessel van der Kolk, as well as the work of Gabor Maté and Stephen Porges, I integrate somatic exercises into our sessions. These practices are especially beneficial for managing anxiety and overwhelming feelings, helping to ground and reconnect you with your physical presence.

Struggles I commonly work with are stress, sexual problems, anxiety, depression, social stigma, relational issues, abuse, low self-esteem, panic attacks, intercultural difficulties, and LGBTQAI+/ GSRD issues.

In our sessions, you will always feel supported and safe as we navigate your thoughts and emotions at a pace that feels right for you.

I also offer multilingual counselling in both English and Spanish, creating a welcoming space for diverse backgrounds.

• A safe and Empowering Space for Personal Transformation

I am a qualified counsellor trained in the Person-Centred Approach and accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (Â鶹ԭ´´).

I'm also part of the Creative Counsellors network. Here, we mix creativity into therapy, bringing fresh perspectives to traditional methods. 

I'm committed to ongoing professional growth and have taken several specialised courses to better support my clients:

• Working with Neurodivergent Clients: I recognise that neurodivergence, including ADHD and other cognitive differences, shapes the way individuals experience the world. My approach is informed by neuroaffirmative practices, creating a space where clients feel understood, valued, and supported in navigating challenges related to sensory sensitivities, emotional regulation, and communication differences.
• Working with LGBTQIA+ Clients: I've focused on deepening my understanding and support for LGBTQIA+ clients, tuning into the specific challenges, and celebrating the diverse experiences within this community.
• Complex Trauma: I have specific training in tackling complex trauma, where I aim to help people find relief and regain control over their lives.
• Anti-Oppressive Care: My practice is built on principles that reject oppression and embrace diversity, actively addressing and dismantling systemic barriers.
• Working with Shame: I help people work through feelings of shame, which can be really tough but also transformative.

As an advocate for diversity, I am committed to respecting and understanding your unique views, beliefs, and experiences in our sessions. 

Each session is designed to meet you at the point you are at in your journey, addressing patterns in your beliefs and behaviours to unlock new opportunities for personal development. By understanding these influences, we can transform challenges into insights, empowering you to navigate life with resilience and clarity.

• Location and first steps

I offer counselling sessions online, by email, over the phone, or in-person to best accommodate your preferences. My welcoming counselling rooms are conveniently located in Greenwich town centre, right next to the Cutty Sark DLR station, and in Waterloo, just a 10-minute walk from Waterloo station

Taking the step to begin therapy can feel challenging, but it’s also a powerful act of self-care. To make it easier, I offer a free 20-minute introductory chat via phone/Zoom. This is a relaxed space for us to connect, discuss your needs, and explore whether I’m the right counsellor for you.

• Fees

To ensure accessibility, I offer a range of pricing options:

•  Online/phone sessions: £65
• Face-to-face sessions: £80, due to counselling room rental charges.
•  Email counselling: £90 for a set of three emails
• Concessionary rates are available for those in need. These discounted slots are in high demand, so please enquire early to be added to my low cost waiting list.

Payment is proccessed via bank transfer or online invoice. You will receive an invoice via email once your session is booked and confirmed.