Iga Sielenko, MBACP, Integrative Counsellor

It takes courage to seek counselling, and Kim greets every client with warmth, compassion and an honest, open mind.

As a humanistic counsellor and trauma-informed coach, Kim offers integrative support for emotional recovery, confidence building and nervous system healing to young people and adults aged 16 and over.

She offers sessions online, in person, or even outdoors with Walk & Talk therapy - whatever suits you best.

Sessions and fees:

  • Individual counselling: £50 per 50-minute session

  • Working with: Young people and adults aged 16+

  • Available: Monday - Saturday

"It can take courage to seek counselling, so I greet you with warmth and compassion. I offer a safe, welcoming space where we can work together to understand your challenges and help you move forward with confidence."

Kim's approach:

Kim works with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected, especially those navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma and the after-effects of difficult or toxic relationships. Whether you're facing a specific challenge, struggling with a long-term problem, wanting to find effective strategies to lower anxiety, or hoping for a happier relationship, Kim can help.

Her approach draws from person-centred, gestalt, existential and somatic therapies, alongside Internal Family Systems (IFS) and creative tools like metaphor and journaling. Kim also incorporates Polyvagal theory and somatic practices, but explains everything in simple, everyday language - you don't need to know the terminology. The focus is on helping you feel safer in your body, clearer in your mind and more connected to who you really are.

Kim believes in meeting you where you are, with compassion, curiosity and deep respect for your pace. She offers a safe, welcoming space where you can work together to understand the root cause of your current problems and begin to make changes, gain confidence and move forward so lasting growth can develop and you can live your fullest life.

Kim offers support with:

  • Anxiety and emotional overwhelm

  • Recovery from toxic relationships or childhood trauma

  • Confidence, boundaries and self-worth issues

  • Workplace stress and burnout

  • Relationship difficulties

  • Depression and low mood

  • Life transitions and feeling stuck

Professional experience:

Kim has worked across several specialist settings, giving her a breadth of experience with different challenges:

  • AAAC Counselling Services, supporting adult survivors of childhood abuse

  • Butterflies, a trauma service for children and families in East Sussex

  • Care for the Carers, offering telephone counselling for unpaid carers

  • Private practice in Pevensey and at Younique Wellbeing Studios in Bexhill

This diverse experience means Kim understands trauma, relational wounds and the complex ways that past experiences can affect present-day wellbeing.

Qualifications:

  • Diploma in Counselling

  • Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP)

  • Trauma-informed coaching training