Kintsugi Psychotherapy. From Scars to Wholeness
Welcome to Kintsugi Psychotherapy Practice.
I am so glad you have found your way here.
I’m Marta, a UKCP-accredited Gestalt psychotherapist with extensive experience working with both individuals and groups.
I offer a warm, supportive space for exploration, healing, and growth. My approach is grounded in curiosity, compassion, and a genuine commitment to meeting you where you are.
Together, we will build a collaborative relationship where your thoughts, feelings, and unique experiences can be fully seen and valued.
Whether you are:
- Feeling overwhelmed or stuck
- Processing past trauma
- Navigating anxiety, identity, or neurodivergence
- Seeking more meaning, connection, or personal growth, our work will unfold at your pace, in a space that is non-judgemental, creative, and tailored to your needs.
Education and Credentials
I am a Gestalt psychotherapist with an MA in Gestalt Psychotherapy from The Gestalt Centre and London Metropolitan University. I am an accredited member of UKCP, BACP, NCPS, UKAGP, IAGGT and a friend member of BAATN. My background is in linguistics, translation, and education, and I bring a culturally sensitive, multilingual perspective to therapy. I offer sessions in English, Spanish, and Italian.
I work across private practice, a mental health charity, and various professional training settings. I specialise in supporting: Neurodivergent clients (including ADHD and autism), Clients with experiences of trauma or intergenerational trauma and those exploring identity and belonging issues, and marginalisation.
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Therapeutic Approach
My approach is grounded in Gestalt Therapy, which invites awareness of the present moment: your emotions, body, environment, and relationships.
Together, we may explore: What is happening in the here and now, past experiences and relational patterns that may be shaping your current reality, how you relate to yourself, others, and your surroundings. I work holistically and relationally, with a strong focus on embodiment — encouraging you to tune into sensations and bodily cues that can reveal insights beyond words.
I hold particular interest in the impact of neurodivergence on daily life, self-concept, and relationships. Transgenerational trauma and cultural histories. How therapy can be adapted to you, not the other way around.
Therapy with me is collaborative, respectful, and guided by your needs, your pace, and your way of being. I believe in the transformative power of relationships whether is invididually or as part of a group.
If you would like to learn more about group or intimate partners work in Central London and you can read more about it in the section Groups and Intimate Partners.
Sessions
Individual Therapy Sessions
Individual therapy offers a safe, confidential space to explore what matters most to you. You may come with a clear goal, or simply a sense that something isn’t quite right.
Sessions are shaped around what you bring, and held with respect, warmth, and curiosity.
Together, we can make space for:
- Processing difficult experiences
- Understanding emotions or patterns
- Navigating neurodivergence or identity questions
- Exploring relationships and choices
Whether you're seeking brief therapy to address a specific concern or longer-term support to explore deeper issues, I’m here to walk alongside you every step of the way.
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 onWednesdays 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 £95 for a 50-minute session, available in person across several Central London locations or 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 arrange an introductory call, book an initial session in Central London or online, or have any questions about group therapy, please fill out the form below. I aim to respond to all enquiries within 72 hours.
Your contact details are kept strictly confidential, and I use secure phone and email services to ensure 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.