Ying Liu

Each one of us struggles in life at one point or another. When the difficulties in life feel too much to manage on our own, counselling and psychotherapy offer a confidential and safe environment in which we can explore these difficulties and find the direction to lasting changes. In the process of counselling and psychotherapy, I support my clients to be clearer about what is happening inside and around them, which helps to uncover the strength for change and growth that each of us has inside. I see 'symptoms' as a means of communication. They tell us that something in our lives needs our attention. Therefore, I will help you to understand the deeper meaning underneath the symptoms, which can enable and empower you to make changes. Often our current difficulties have their roots in the past. Problems emerge when we stick to our old ways of coping. In your work with me, you might find yourself looking back at your past and developing understanding of how your current struggles might be shaped by your past experiences. This can allow you to develop new and more adaptive way of managing challenges in life. My approach is relational. This means that by exploring how you and I relate to each other in the therapy room, we can also develop better understanding of your relationship with yourself and others outside the therapy room. I will strive to build a trusting relationship with you in which you can be true to yourself and explore your struggles. My belief in the individuals' innate tendency for growth and positive change means that I will help you to find the strength within you to cope with the difficulties you are experiencing.

I have worked in various settings including university counselling centre, counselling charities and private practice. I provide generic individual counselling for adults. Some of my specialties include working with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, past trauma, personality disorders, loss and bereavement. I have also worked a lecturer in counselling psychology.