Ekaterina
Inshakova

“At a certain point in our lives, we lose control of what's happening to us,
and our lives become controlled by fate. That's the world's greatest lie.”
- Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist

You might find yourself in such a moment in life, feeling disoriented, anxious, depressed, isolated, spiralling, or stuck. Perhaps you’re recovering from a traumatic experience, or an unhealthy or abusive relationship, or carrying the weight of unresolved childhood issues. You may be grappling with existential or spiritual questions, exploring your identity, or your desires for the future. You could be living with ongoing challenges, such as chronic pain, OCD, or neurodivergence, or navigating gender dysphoria, low self-esteem, academic or professional pressure, a loss, or a major life transition. Whatever your circumstances, you’re not alone in feeling overwhelmed or unsure of the next step.

My methodology

At times like these, language can act as a gateway between our mind and our feelings. Having grown up across different cultures, my mind switches between languages every day. This fuels my curiosity about meaning and nuance. I draw on etymology, poetry, translation, and playful experimentation with words, i.e. through metaphors, imagery, or inventing new expressions, to support this exploration. The way we use language can indicate how we think and how we perceive others and ourselves, whether consciously or unconsciously, shaped by reflection, habits, beliefs, experiences, or the relationships and environments that have influenced us over time.In our work together, we can apply a variety of methods to gently open up your inner experience, deepening the connection between your mind and body, and inviting your “felt sense” to guide your introspection. The felt sense is what Eugene Gendlin defined as the internal, holistic aura that we physically hold in the body. You remain in control and choose the direction that feels meaningful, while I stay alongside you and facilitate your unfolding process at your pace.

Qualifications

Master of Counselling, University of Edinburgh
Pg Diploma in Counselling, University of Edinburgh
Pg Certificate in Counselling Skills, University of Edinburgh
BSc Applied Cognitive and Media Science, University of Duisburg-Essen (DE)
MBACP (Registered Member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy)