Welcome to Kintsugi Psychotherapy Practice.
I am so glad you have found your way here.
I’m Marta, a UKCP Accredited Gestalt psychotherapist offering individual therapy that honours how neurodiversity, language and culture shape your experience. I specialise in working with neurodivergent clients, people navigating cultural difference and those carrying the impacts of trauma and transgenerational patterns. My approach is relational, present-focused and embodied: paying attention to sensations, pacing and the costs of masking so the therapeutic space suits you rather than asking you to fit it.
I work in English, Spanish and Italian and see clients in King’s Cross and London Bridge. If you’d like to explore starting therapy, please send a short message via the contact form or email me and I’ll reply to arrange a mutually convenient introductory conversation.
Education and Credentials
I hold an MA in Gestalt Psychotherapy from The Gestalt Centre and London Metropolitan University and am an accredited member of UKCP, BACP, NCPS, UKAGP and IAGGT, and a friend member of BAATN. My earlier career in linguistics, translation and education informs a neurodiverse affirmative, culturally sensitive, multilingual practice.
I work across private practice, a mental health charity and professional training settings. I specialise in supporting neurodivergent clients, people affected by trauma and intergenerational trauma, and those navigating identity, belonging and marginalisation. I offer therapy in English, Spanish and Italian.
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Therapeutic Approach
My work is rooted in Gestalt therapy and focused on what is happening for you in the present moment, your feelings, sensations, relationships and environment. I bring a relational, embodied stance: we notice how the body and emotions speak before words arrive, and use that lived experience to deepen self-understanding and choice.
I place neurodiversity at the centre of how I practice, attending to pacing, sensory needs and the toll of masking so the therapeutic space fits you rather than asking you to fit it. I am trauma-informed and identity-affirming. I hold questions of safety, consent and cultural context with care while exploring patterns, transgenerational themes and the ways culture shapes belonging.
Therapy with me is collaborative, respectful and paced to your needs — a place to discover more authentic ways of being that feel survivable and meaningful.
If you would like to learn more about my approach to group work in Central London and you can read more about it in the section Groups and Intimate Partners.
Sessions
Individual Therapy Sessions
Individual therapy is a confidential, held space where we work together to notice what matters to you now. You might come with a clear goal, or with a quieter sense that something feels off. Either way, sessions are shaped around your needs, rhythm and way of being.
In our work we may attend to:
- Navigating neurodiversity or identity questions
- Understanding emotions or patterns
- Processing difficult or traumatic experiences
- Exploring relationships and choices
Whether you’re looking for short-term support for a specific issue or longer-term exploration, I’ll walk alongside you with curiosity, respect and steady care.
To book, please send a short message via the contact form or email and I will reply to arrnage a mutually convenient time for an introductory conversation.
My Locations
I work face to face in Central London at these locations:
- Kings Cross/Islington N1 on Thursdays and Fridays afternoon and evenings
- London Bridge SE1 on Wednesdays afternoon and evenings
- I also work online on request
What to Expect on Your First Session
Our first session is a chance to:
- Explore whether we are a good fit
- Talk through what brings you to therapy
- Ask questions in a calm, confidential space
If we choose to work together, we can discuss ongoing arrangements that support your needs and preferences.
Fees
I believe therapy should be both sustainable for the practitioner and accessible to those who need it.
My fees reflect my experience and training, as well as the emotional and relational depth of the work I offer.
Individual sessions are £90 for a 50-minute session, available in person across several Central London locations or online at a consistent time each week.
I also offer a limited number of low-cost spaces—please enquire for more information.
For group therapy details, please visit the Groups and Intimate Partners section for dates and pricing.
Contact
If you’d like to book a first session, ask a question, or find out more about how I work, just send me a message using the form below. I aim to respond to all enquiries within 72 hours.
Your details will always be treated with the highest level of confidentiality, and I use secure phone and email services to protect your privacy.
All enquires are usually answered within 72 hours, and all contact is strictly confidential and uses secure phone and email services.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can schedule an appointment by contacting me via email or by phone at 07871958276. Alternatively, you can fill out the contact form on the website, and I will get back to you to arrange a suitable time.
The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and assess your situation and goals for the therapy as well as your current circumstances.
It is also an opportunity to ask as many questions as needed and consider whether we are a good fit to work together. During this session, I will gather personal information and will ask you questions to gain a better understanding of your reasons to seek therapy and how this relates to your wider context.
The following session will be the opportunity for us to explore further, and decide if this kind of therapy is supportive for you, how long we would like to work together for and what we will be focusing on.
Yes, the therapy sessions are completely confidential. Information shared in therapy sessions is protected by privacy laws and ethical guidelines. I subscribe to the UKCP code of ethics.
Exceptions to confidentiality include the following situations:
- Where there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, or if there is a legal obligation to disclose information. I would discuss this with you previously whenever possible.
- I regularly discuss my work with a clinical supervisor, this is a standard practice and it enables me to provide the best possible support to you.
I offer individual therapy and group therapy. Individual therapy focuses on one-on-one sessions to address personal issues, while group therapy involves working with a small group of individuals with similar concerns in a supportive environment.
Gestalt therapy is a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes personal responsibility and focuses on the individual's experience in the present moment. It involves exploring thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to gain self-awareness and understand how past experiences influence current behaviour. Gestalt takes into account the holistic view of a person and their situation.
Gestalt is a relational therapy where the therapist aims to create a safe environment for the client to explore through dialogue, embodiment, creativity and the therapeutic relationship. Gestalt sees the client as the expert in their own experience and situation and Gestalt therapists aim to support clients to look at their ability to respond (response-ability) to find support and agency.
Gestalt’s focus is to enhance awareness and improve understanding of how we relate to others and ourselves, how we hold information in our bodies and what messages are available for us when we experience through the body as well as through dialogue. This can also be done through experimentation and creativity drawing from many sources.
Counselling and psychotherapy are both forms of talk therapy aimed at helping individuals with their mental health and emotional issues, but there are key differences between the two in terms of scope, duration, focus, and techniques used. Furthermore, Counselling is an undergraduate training, whereas psychotherapy is postgraduate training and twice in length.
Counselling tends to be short-term, and problem focused on a specific area. A goal will be set at the beginning and the therapy will focus on achieving that goal specifically.
Psychotherapy is often long term, ranging from a few months to a few years and aims to address deeper issues such as underlying psychological patterns, emotional difficulties, and longstanding issues that may be rooted in the past and how these affect the person in the present. We all have learnt ways to cope with challenges and demanding situations, which we feel may not serve us anymore. In psychotherapy, the client alongside the therapist can delve into these and explore what the function of those mechanisms are, gaining awareness and agency on making more informed choices. Psychotherapy encourages people to express and embrace their feelings leading to more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others. Despite these differences, there is significant overlap between counselling and psychotherapy. Both aim to improve mental health and well-being, and the choice between the two often depends on the individual's needs, the severity of their issues, and their personal preferences.
The truth is that due to societal and sometimes cultural stigma, having therapy can be a source of shame making it more challenging for people to take the first step. If you find yourself in this page and you are reading this, congratulations! You have already taken the first step.
If you are experiencing persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, or stress, struggling with relationships, or finding it difficult to cope with daily life, therapy might be beneficial. Therapy can help anyone seeking personal growth or support during difficult times by providing a safe and non-judgmental space to explore any issues openly and with the support of the therapist.
The duration of therapy varies for each individual. Some people may benefit from short-term therapy (a few weeks or months), while others may find long-term therapy (several months to years) more helpful. The length of therapy depends on your specific needs and goals.