Ariana Luisa, NCPS

Ariana Luisa practises a humanistic, client-centred style of counselling. She offers open-ended, explorative therapy aimed at helping adults make sense of their feelings, memories and relationships. Ariana presents a calm, non-judgemental presence and encourages people to take the lead in their own process. She trained with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society and holds an Accredited Diploma in Counselling, listed as NCPS. Ariana uses talking therapy to help people understand how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current behaviour. Sessions focus on reflection rather than direct advice. Ariana works with many common concerns including stress, anxiety and depression. She also supports people coping with grief, trauma and abuse, and those dealing with relationship, intimacy and family-related issues. Other areas she addresses include self-esteem, body image, eating and parenting worries. Her approach is gentle and exploratory. Time is given to notice feelings and memories, and to consider how these influence choices today. She explains that therapy can bring up uncomfortable emotions and treats that as part of the work rather than a sign of failure. Sessions are offered by video and live chat, and messaging is available between appointments. Ariana provides either 30 or 45 minute sessions, and she will try to find a weekly slot that suits both parties when possible. International clients are not accepted.

Therapy approaches and how they work online

Client-centred therapy places the person at the heart of sessions. The counsellor listens closely, reflects what they hear, and follows the person’s priorities. This approach helps with self-esteem, life transitions and building clearer self-understanding.

Psychodynamic work looks at how past experiences and unconscious patterns influence current feelings and choices. It can be useful for addressing relationship patterns, attachment issues and recurring emotional difficulties by bringing them into view and talking them through.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The counsellor will work together with the person to decide which style or mix of styles fits best for their needs and goals. That collaborative decision can change over time as therapy progresses.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life. Video and live chat reduce travel time and can allow shorter or more flexible appointment lengths. Messaging between sessions lets people check in or reflect between meetings. Confirm the exact session options available before booking so arrangements match practical needs.