Trauma-informed therapy to soothe anxiety, release burnout, rebuild your self-worth, and step out of survival mode.

I offer in-person counselling in Bexhill and online across the UK & EU.

Iga Sielenko - Integrative Counsellor in Bexhill on Sea

I support adults (18+) who feel exhausted, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected on the inside. Many of the people I work with are used to holding everything together. They’re responsible, thoughtful, and often high-functioning - yet quietly struggling with burnout, self-criticism, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or the lasting impact of relational trauma.

If you’ve tried coping tools, podcasts, self-help books, or even therapy and still feel stuck - perhaps even losing hope that things can change - I want you to know that I hear you. That place can feel incredibly heavy and lonely. You don’t have to struggle on alone.

I offer a grounded, inclusive, and emotionally safe space where you don’t have to pretend to hold it all together. You don’t need to have everything figured out or neatly packaged. We begin exactly where you are - with the messy bits, the parts that feel ashamed, stuck, or sceptical about whether therapy will help. Therapy with me is collaborative and human, not clinical or distant.

I’m deeply interested in people’s stories and in gently noticing the patterns that sometimes hold us back. I’ll encourage you to be kinder to yourself and to soften those harsh internal voices, while also compassionately challenging unhelpful beliefs you may carry.

I bring warmth, depth, creativity, and often humour (when appropriate) into our sessions. I care deeply about this work and continue to feel inspired by the courage it takes to look inward.

Thank you for being here. If something in these words resonates, I’d warmly welcome you to reach out.

Life may not look the way you imagined

  • You might find yourself feeling unworthy, stuck, and drained, questioning your identity and whether you can create a life that feels better.

  • Life’s challenges might make you feel like you’ve failed, leaving you wondering why you keep pushing forward.

  • Deep down, you long for joy, peace, and connection - yet fears and insecurities keep creeping in, convincing you that it’s out of reach.

  • Perhaps you’ve learnt to run from the pain or hide it away, hoping that one day it will fade. You might find yourself caught in cycles of self-blame, isolation, or exhaustion.

I hear you. I see you. I am here to help.

Balancing stones

Who I work with

You might be here because:

  • You feel constantly on edge, anxious, burnt-out, or unable to relax

  • Overthinking, perfectionism, or people-pleasing are wearing you down

  • You feel disconnected from your needs, emotions, or sense of self

  • Past relational or emotional trauma still affects your confidence or relationships

  • You feel numb or low, yet also overwhelmed by your emotions

  • You feel like an imposter despite your achievements

  • You feel exhausted, yet rest feels unbearable, it floods you with guilt and anxiety 

  • You’re questioning who you are beyond roles, responsibilities, or expectations

  • You’re tired of just getting through the day and want life to feel more meaningful and manageable

If any of this sounds familiar, don’t struggle one alone - I’d love to support you.

How therapy can help

Together, we can work towards:

  • Helping you understand your nervous system responses and develop practical, compassionate ways to regulate

  • Reducing anxiety, overwhelm, and self-criticism

  • Feeling calmer and more grounded, without constant mental noise

  • Reconnecting with emotions such as anxiety, anger, or grief - at a pace that feels safe

  • Healing the impact of relational trauma and repeated experiences of not feeling safe, seen, or supported

  • Releasing shame and softening your inner critic

  • Developing healthier boundaries and self-trust

  • Feeling safe enough to rest, feel, and choose yourself

  • Moving from survival mode into a life that feels more connected, fulfilling, and true to you

Starting therapy can feel daunting, therefore I offer a free 15-minute consultation via Zoom or phone so we can meet, discuss your needs, and see if we’re a good fit.

View of a beach with green foliage in the foreground, a pebble shoreline, and a calm blue ocean under a partly cloudy sky.

READY TO WORK TOGETHER?

GET IN TOUCH TO BOOK A FREE 15-MIN INTRODUCTORY CALL

CALL | TEXT: (+44) 07880 247 637

EMAIL: hello@therapywithiga.com

 

Younique Wellbeing Studios, 11 Windmill Drive, TN39 4DG, Bexhill