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 work with adults who are seeking a reflective, relational therapeutic space, including people who are neurodivergent, navigating cultural difference, or exploring the impact of past experiences and relational patterns. My approach is present-focused and embodied, paying attention to sensations, pacing and meaning, so the therapeutic space supports how you are rather than asking you to adapt.
I offer therapy in English, Spanish and Italian, and see clients in King’s Cross and London Bridge. If this feels like the right fit for you, you’re welcome to get in touch via the contact form.
Education and Credentials
I hold an MA in Gestalt Psychotherapy from The Gestalt Centre and London Metropolitan University. I am an accredited member of UKCP, BACP, NCPS, UKAGP and IAGGT, and a friend member of BAATN. My earlier background in linguistics, translation and education informs a neurodiversity-affirming, culturally sensitive and multilingual therapeutic practice.
I am currently undertaking advanced training in Family & Systemic Constellations Therapy with Peter Bourquin and am IFS-informed, with ongoing study in trauma-focused approaches and therapeutic psychoeducation. I continue to develop my clinical practice through regular CPD in trauma, neurodiversity, GSRD and cultural awareness, informed by my work across private practice, the charity sector and other professional settings.
My work has particular experience in supporting neurodivergent adults, people exploring the impact of trauma and intergenerational patterns, and those navigating questions of identity, belonging and marginalisation.
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Therapeutic Approach
My work is grounded in Gestalt therapy, with a focus on what is happening for you in the present moment, your feelings, bodily sensations, relationships and wider context. I work relationally and experientially, attending to how emotions and the body communicate before words fully form, and using this lived experience to support awareness, integration and choice.
I practise from a neurodiversity-affirming and trauma-informed perspective, with careful attention to pacing, sensory needs, nervous-system regulation and the impact of masking. Rather than asking you to adapt to therapy, I aim to shape the therapeutic space so it fits you. Safety, consent and collaboration are central to my work. Alongside individual experience, I hold a systemic and cultural lens, exploring relational patterns, intergenerational influences and questions of identity, belonging and marginalisation. I work with an awareness of how trauma is held in the body and in relationships, and my practice is continually shaped by ongoing training in family and systemic constellations and other relational frameworks.
My approach is particularly suited to people who have the capacity and curiosity to engage in reflective, relational therapy and who are seeking a thoughtful, ongoing therapeutic process. Therapy with me is collaborative, respectful and paced, a place to discover more authentic ways of being that feel survivable and meaningful.
If you would like to know more about my approach to group work in Central London you can read more about it in Personal Development Groups.
Sessions
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy offers a confidential, supportive space in which we can attend together to what matters for you in the present moment. You may come with a clear focus, or with a quieter sense that something feels unsettled. Either is welcome, and our work will be shaped around your needs, pace and way of being.
In our work we may attend to:
- Neurodiversity, identity and questions of belonging
- Emotional patterns and inner experience
- Difficult or traumatic experiences
- Relationships, boundaries and choices
Whether you come with a particular area you wish to explore or are seeking a longer-term therapeutic relationship, I will walk alongside you with curiosity, respect and steady care.
If this feels like the right fit for you, you’re welcome to get in touch via the contact form.
For groups, please visit the Personal Development Groups.
For group therapy details, please visit the Personal Development Groups section for dates and pricing
My Locations
I offer face-to-face therapy in Central London at the following locations:
- Kings Cross/Islington N1 Thursdays and Fridays afternoon and evenings
- London Bridge SE1 Wednesdays afternoon and evenings
- I also work online by arrangement
What to Expect on Your First Session
Our first session is an opportunity to:
- Explore whether working together feels like a good fit
- Talk through what has brought you to therapy at this point in your life
- Ask any questions you may have in a calm, confidential space
If we decide to work together, we will then discuss how we might continue, including pace, format and practical arrangements, in a way that supports your needs and preferences.
Fees
I believe therapy needs to be both sustainable for the practitioner and accessible where possible.
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, offered in person across Central London locations or online, and usually held at a regular weekly time.
I offer a limited number of low-cost spaces, which are currently fully allocated.
For group therapy details, please visit the Personal Development Groups 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, you’re welcome to get in touch using the form below. I aim to respond to enquiries within three working days (Monday to Friday).
Your details will be treated with care and confidentiality. I use secure phone and email services to help protect your privacy.
All enquires are usually answered within 72 hours from Monday to Friday, 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.