Mrs Egita Galvona

Counsellor

Verified

“I offer short-term and long-term counselling to adults who have survived sexual abuse or rape. ”

About me

I am a qualified counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), as well as an Accredited Registrant of the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). I have undertaken specialised training in trauma therapy, enabling me to work with adults who have experienced sexual abuse. I follow the BACP Ethical Framework to ensure that I work professionally, safely, and ethically. I am fully insured and hold an Enhanced DBS certificate and ICO registration.

Approach

I work from a person-centred approach and incorporate other therapeutic models to suit your individual needs, including stabilisation, mindfulness, psychoeducation, DBT, and other approaches. I offer in-person sessions in Kent, including Rochester, Gillingham, and Sittingbourne, as well as in the London Bridge area, and online. I offer both short- and long-term counselling, depending on your needs. Counselling can help you understand what you have been through, as well as the thoughts and feelings you are experiencing now. Working together, we can explore what you are going through, identify patterns or cycles, work on boundaries, and help you regain a sense of control. I can also help you develop practical ways to cope when challenges arise and support you in moving forward with greater confidence and positivity.

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Basic information

Languages:

English

Fees:

Direct payment

Rochester, United Kingdom

In-person & Online

Services

People who have experienced sexual abuse may struggle with feelings of anger, shame, or guilt, sometimes believing that it was all their fault. You may feel that you do not matter or that you are worthless. Anxiety, panic, and flashbacks can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of yourself. You may also find it difficult to trust others or form and maintain relationships.

Services Offered:

Counselling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy)
A structured therapy that combines cognitive behavioural techniques with mindfulness, designed to help people regulate intense emotions, tolerate distress, and improve relationships.
Humanistic Therapy
A therapeutic approach grounded in the belief that people are inherently capable of growth and self-understanding, focusing on present experience, personal meaning, and the therapeutic relationship.
Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Online Counselling
Counselling conducted via video, phone, or secure messaging, providing professional support remotely.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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Trauma Counselling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Works With:

Adults
Individuals

Area of expertise

Scope of Practice:

Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.
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Self-Esteem
A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.
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Shame
A deep, painful emotion involving the belief that one is fundamentally flawed or unworthy, which can affect self-perception and relationships.
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Sleep Problems
Persistent difficulties with falling asleep, staying asleep, or achieving restful sleep, including insomnia, nightmares, and disrupted sleep patterns.
Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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