Trauma-informed Therapist

Désirée Kogevinas offers a unique, trauma-informed approach to therapy, supporting clients not only in overcoming mental health challenges, but also in their journey toward self-growth and development. Every therapeutic relationship is personalized, reflecting Désirée’s belief in the uniqueness of each individual.
Désirée works with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families to help them:

Build their self-esteem and self-worth.

Reduce stress and anxiety levels.

Improve relationships with themselves and others (family, partner, work, social).

Identify their needs and wants.

Set healthy boundaries for functional relationships.

Specialties

Trauma Reduction and Healing: Specializing in trauma reduction, Désirée helps clients work through relational and developmental trauma, using Gestalt therapy and psychodynamic psychotherapy to facilitate integration and healing.

Relationship Therapy: Désirée supports individuals, couples, and families in improving their relationships, focusing on communication, boundary-setting, and healthy dynamics.

Addiction Recovery: With extensive experience in addiction recovery, Désirée aids clients in reducing or quitting substance use, addressing the root causes of trauma that lead to addiction through a focus on childhood relationships and relational attachment, and by promoting sustainable sobriety.

Expat Transition & Relocation Stress: Navigating the hidden psychological challenges of cross-border transitions, including identity shifts, isolation, relationship strain in a new environment, and maintaining recovery or mental wellness away from home.

Family Dynamics: In family dynamics therapy, Désirée teaches healthy communication, supporting families through crises to promote collective recovery.

Désirée also works with co-occurring conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and self-harm.

Approach

Désirée customizes her approach using a combination of Gestalt therapy, psychodynamic techniques, and Post-Induction Therapy (PIT).
This model was developed by Pia Mellody, and therapist and trainer Sarah Bridge defines it here.

Désiréee’s priority is always the client’s safety, autonomy, well-being and empowerment, ensuring a safe and transformative therapeutic process.

With a deep commitment to client autonomy and wellness, Désirée offers both in-person and online sessions, tailoring each for healing and growth. Reach out today to begin your journey toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.

“Desiree, a highly qualified trauma therapist, assists clients in understanding and reducing trauma.” DS, London.

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