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About the Therapist

The story behind Safe.Heard.Seen

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​Safe. Heard. Seen. was created from a passion for people’s stories and a genuine desire to support others through life’s challenges. ​

When people feel safe enough to speak and are met with empathy and understanding, meaningful change can begin. 

Esther Titilayo Akinola

Therapist | Registered Member MBACP

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​Experienced working with children, young people, adults, and families across schools, residential services, and clinical settings.

Specialties

  • Anxiety

  • Depression and Low mood

  • Trauma and Post-traumatic stress

  • Autism 

  • ADHD

  • Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria

  • Abandonment

  • ​Uncertainty

  • Self-harm and Suicidal thoughts

  • Abuse and Neglect (childhood or adult)

  • Relationship and Family issues

  • Bullying and School difficulties

  • Loss, bereavement and Life changes

  • Self-esteem and Confidence

  • Anger and Emotional Regulation

  • Stress and Burnout

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Therapeutic Approaches

  • Humanistic Therapy - Person-centred, empathic support

  • Psychodynamic Therapy exploring patterns and past experiences

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) - practical tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours

  • Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) - building self-kindness and emotional regulation

  • Systemic / Family Work - improving relationships and family dynamics

  • Play Therapy - creative, developmentally appropriate expression for children and young people

  • Trauma-Informed Therapy - safety and stabilisation at the heart of every session

  • Psychoeducation & Skills Groups -  learning strategies such as mindfulness, anxiety management and relapse prevention

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