- Stress and anxiety
- Attachment and relationships
- EMDR informed work
About Emilia
Emilia Gonczar is a BACP counsellor based in the United Kingdom with 11 years of professional experience. She works in English and Polish and helps people with stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, self-esteem, depression, grief, trauma and related concerns.
Emilia trained in psychology at the University of Warsaw and completed a four-year psychoanalytical training at The Institute of Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy. Her early work included posts on psychiatric wards and roles with charities, which shaped her understanding of complex emotional and behavioural problems.
In sessions she focuses on how past experiences connect with present difficulties. She looks at relationships, family of origin patterns and attachment issues to show how these affect current feelings and choices. She also pays attention to the body and how physical sensations appear alongside emotions.
Her approach draws on psychodynamic ideas alongside attachment-based and client-centred methods. She may use solution-focused techniques to set short-term goals and EMDR for suitable trauma work as part of an overall plan agreed with the person in front of her.
Emilia offers practical work on everyday pressures that many young adults face - moving out, first jobs, study stress, relationship strains and feeling behind peers. She aims to help people name what is happening, try small changes and build clearer ways to cope.
She maintains a blog about mind and body topics and accepts international clients who can work in English or Polish.
How her approaches translate into online sessions
Attachment-based work looks at patterns in close relationships and how early bonds shape current reactions. This helps when relationship fears, attachment issues or parenthood concerns affect day-to-day life. Client-centred therapy focuses on listening and helping the person make sense of their own thoughts and feelings, useful for stress, low mood and self-esteem work. EMDR is a trauma-informed method that can be used to process distressing memories when both therapist and client agree it is appropriate.Deciding which approach to use is a conversation. The therapist will work collaboratively to match methods to the person's needs, goals and preferences. That may mean trying different ways of working and adjusting the plan as things progress.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions around study, shifts or commutes and lowering travel time. Confirm the exact session formats available before booking, as the profile does not list them explicitly. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular appointments and combine therapy with everyday life without promising a specific delivery method.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Polish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and grief, and other concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She blends client-centred listening with psychodynamic and attachment-based thinking, and may use solution-focused steps to set short-term goals.
How long has she been practising?
She has around 11 years of experience working in clinical and charity settings as well as private practice.
What are her professional credentials and where is she based?
She is registered with the BACP and works from the United Kingdom.
Can I work with her if I don’t speak English?
Sessions are offered in English and Polish.
Does she work with clients outside the UK?
She accepts international clients; check language and time zone suitability when arranging sessions.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start sessions with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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