Effie Gika
Registered Member MÍø±¬ÃÅ (Accredited)
Contact information
- Phone number
- 07950619094
Therapist - London
Features
- Flexible hours available
- Concessionary rates
About me and my therapy practice
Life doesn’t always give us room to pause, reflect, or simply breathe. You might be carrying more than you let on—whether it’s anxiety that won’t settle, a sadness that lingers, or a sense that something just isn’t quite right. Therapy offers a place to lay it down, look at it together, and begin to make sense of it.
I’ve been working in mental health for over a decade, starting out at the Sangam Foundation and CPPD’s counselling service in North London. Since then, I’ve built a private practice that supports people through the quiet struggles and loud storms of life—whether that’s grief, depression, relationship difficulties, or the kind of anxiety that makes even small tasks feel enormous.
My approach is integrative, which means I worth with different therapeutic approaches depending on what is necessary during the process. I draw from psychodynamic, humanistic, and CBT models, adapting our sessions to suit your pace and your story. Some days we might focus on practical tools; other days we’ll sit with the deeper stuff—memories, patterns, or emotions that are hard to name.
Therapy with me isn't about quick fixes - it's about creating a space where you can be honest, even if that honestly feels messy or difficult. That's where change begins.
If you’re curious about working together, I offer a free 20-minute video or phone call. It’s a chance to talk, ask questions, and see if it feels like a good fit.
Practice description
My private practice is in Muswell Hill and is about 10-15 minutes walk from Highgate Station.
What I can help with
Abuse, Anxiety, Bereavement, Child related issues, Cultural issues, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility, LGBTQ+ counselling, Loss, OCD, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Sex-related issues, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Stress, Trauma, Women's issues, Work related issues
Types of therapy
CBT, Gestalt, Humanistic, Integrative, Person centred, Psychodynamic, Relational
Clients I work with
Adults, Older adults, Trainees, Young people
How I deliver therapy
Long term sessions, Long-term face-to-face work, Online therapy, Outdoor therapy, Short term sessions, Short-term face-to-face work, Telephone therapy, Time-limited
Languages spoken
English