My Approach

I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist (UKCP, MBACP) and neuroscientist based in Oxford and London.

I believe that anyone can experience moments of great discomfort throughout their life. I offer both long and short-term treatments to help individuals manage difficult emotions and improve their well-being and functioning.

I use an integrative model, which is informed by Gestalt, Psychodynamic and Humanistic theories. This approach enables me to support people exploring past, present and future challenges.

In my work, I tailor treatment to the individual needs of each client and their personal circumstances. In so doing, I am committed to collaborate with the client on their needs, treatment possibilities and achievable objectives.

I have experience of working for the NHS, mental health charities, and in private practice with clients across a broad range of presenting issues. I provide a supportive, containing, and safe environment built on empathy and mutual trust. I also consider confidentiality a basic requirement of the therapeutic treatment.

My practice is non-discriminatory and LGBT affirmative.

I provide therapy both in English and Italian.

If you would like a free, 15-minute initial conversation about what you’re looking for and how I work, then please email me at: giovanna.bucci@metanoia.ac.uk
If we decide to work together, we can contract for a number of subsequent weekly sessions (50 minutes) with the option to continue open-endedly.

About Me

My training and qualifications:
• DCPsych - Doctorate in Counselling Psychology & Psychotherapy (in completion), Metanoia Institute/ Middlesex University
• Clinical Diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy, Metanoia Institute/ Middlesex University
• MSc Psychology, Oxford Brookes University
• PhD in Neuroscience (National Council of Research, Italy)

Working experiences:
• NHS Psychological Therapies Service- iCope Camden and Islington, London
• Talking Counselling Online
• Oxford Men Counselling Service (OMCS)
• Metanoia Institute Counselling and Psychotherapy Service (MCPS)

Membership of Professional Organisations
• Registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)
• Registered member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP)

I work with

• Companies
• Individuals
• Private healthcare referrals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.