Sasha

The model of therapy

I am a fully qualified NLP practitioner and CBT therapist, from working together I identify the NLP and CBT tools and techniques appropriate for each individual client, including identifying limiting beliefs, unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, cause and effect, themes, reframing, perceptual positions, the circle of excellence. This approach is based on the communication model/epistemology that we all interface with the world differently. Having practical experience in a range of approaches I can customise the session to each client’s specific needs. This process is based on establishing a good rapport between therapist and client based on the presuppositions of NLP. I will support the outcome the client desires to achieve better overall well-being, make the best choices for themselves and establish what steps to take to move forward at their own pace. Each session is a confidential and non-judgemental space, the client can express themselves fully and freely to the degree required to achieve their target.

My experience as an NLP/CBT practitioner

I qualified as a life coach in 2005 and as an NLP practitioner in 2015. And in 2018 gained a certificate in CBT. The tools are invaluable and I have used them since qualifying with friends, family and work. I have used the tools and techniques professionally while managing, developing, training and motivating staff as well as dealing with conflict and communication challenges.
The above experience has allowed me to grow my practical experience and give me the skills required to help clients.

I specialise in

Addiction
Anxiety
Bereavement
Career Change
Communication
Depression
Phobias
Stress Management

My training and qualifications

AIP approved NLP practitioner training
The Life Coaching Institute Diploma in Life Coaching
Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

I was drawn to becoming an NLP therapist

My own experience of inner conflict, anxiety and depression was my first voyage into NLP.

I’m a CIMA qualified accountant with over 15 years’ experience in financial services and was working in a good role with a career.  However, I began to feel unmotivated. Why did I fill so unfulfilled? After all the years of studying, should I not be happy? This period of inner conflict was decidedly stressful.  I was anxious about letting my colleagues and family down.  I was concerned about changing my career, letting go of my work identity and financial implications. These unexpressed anxieties turned into depression.

My depression looked like this, I would finish work, go home, pull the curtains and watch TV for hours, I didn’t talk to anyone, I didn’t want to go out.  Often I watched TV I had seen before and I was never really watching it anyway.  I would take a deep breath before leaving the house and going out into the world, I did talk to people but it was as brief as possible and if possible I would avoid it!  This is one of the reasons I started my journey into therapy, to help me and now to help others.

With the assistance of NLP tools, I was able to view different aspects of my life from differing points of view.  I realised how much of the problem was real or not real.  This helped me to take the first steps towards the change I wanted.  I realised desired a more fulfilling role that helped people, directly motivated by my coaching experience to date. I have continued to use the tools and/or techniques throughout my life journey and am honoured to be able to share them with others.

Testimonials 

“Sasha was helping me through a hard time and she was amazing, she listened and helped me find ways to handle things differently, the room is very nice and calming and Sasha made time around my work life and it worked.” – Alex Charalambides

“Very helpful sessions with Sasha!” – Louise M

“I went to see Sasha for anxiety and stress.  She has a pragmatic approach to therapy and we worked together so I could learn how self-manage my symptoms after the sessions ended.  The tools and techniques she gave me I still use now.” –  Steve 

“Life coaching with Sasha Harker changed everything for me. I was in a difficult situation at work and didn’t know what to do. She gave me some tools and techniques which really started to change this. Things are changing now. I will see her again.” – Susan Fireze

“I wasn’t feeling very happy in several areas of my life.  With Sasha’s help I became clear on which parts I could change and which I learnt to accept, it wasn’t what I had expected. But Sasha encouraged me to set targets on a weekly basis and for the future. I found the sessions interesting  and useful, Thanks you!” – Dave