Etti Kia (MBACP) RegCosrt

I am an experienced, qualified psychosexual therapist, individual and couple psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist.

I trained and qualified at Tavistock Relationships, the most recognised international institute for training, research, and couple relationships.

My commitment to upholding the highest standards in my practice is reflected in my membership of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP) and the College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists (RegCOSRT), and my professional membership of the European Society of Sexual Medicine (ESSM). These affiliations ensure that I adhere to the field's best practices and ethical standards.

In addition, I offer therapy in-person and virtually.

I also provide therapy in Farsi.

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My Expertise

Psychodynamic Relationships Counselling and Psychotherapy is based on relational psychoanalysis, which illustrates the impact of our early experiences on our capacity to bond and maintain relationships. Couple relationships can bring up past traumas from childhood or past relationships.

Common issues couples may face include:

Arguments/ conflicts in the relationship
Affairs/ rebuilding trust
Communication
Separation and divorce
Lack of intimacy/ sexual issues
Depression/ anxiety and its effects on the couple
Change in life circumstances (such as moving in together)
Marriage/ sharing emotional and physical space
Starting a family/ trying to conceive
Understanding pregnancy and its effect on the couple
First child/ becoming a parent
The renewed dynamic/ family life
Regaining intimacy and romance after childbirth

For individuals, it may be:

Inability to start dating/ relationships
Difficulty in maintaining relationships
Challenges in making lasting, loving bonds
Sexual issues
Understanding sexuality/ sexual orientation

Psychosexual Therapy is a cognitive behavioural program which is structured and includes exercises and homework, besides working through the psychological causes.

Sexual dysfunction can affect one's mental health and personal and social life. Therefore, do not shy away; look after yourself by seeking help. The list below contains some more common sexual dysfunctions.

Ejaculation disorders
Erectile Dysfunction- Erectile Dysfunction could also be a symptom of a physical illness; please do not wait too long to seek help
Lack of sexual desire- may appear due to physical or emotional issues
Arousal Dysfunction
Vaginismus
Orgasmic disorders in females and males
Genital pain in females and males

I understand that problems related to intimacy are sensitive and personal. Sometimes, it takes years before we find the courage and hope to seek help. Therefore, I offer my sessions in a confidential, contained, and engaging setting. You will feel understood and supported throughout the process.

Furthermore, my online counselling service is confidential, secure and available for individuals and couples. It can also be used by couples who reside separately, even abroad.

work experience

I began my training at Tavistock in 2011, and started my clinical work in 2013 as part of that training. I qualified in 2015 and worked as a visiting clinician and assessor at Tavistock until 2020. Since 2016, I have been running my private practice, supporting many couples and individuals with their relationship difficulties.

My interest in understanding my clients' intimacy and sexual concerns led me to undertake further study in psychosexual therapy at Tavistock. I proudly qualified in 2020 as a psychosexual therapist.

Alongside my private practice, I volunteered for two years as a psychosexual therapist in an NHS group therapy program supporting individuals experiencing vaginismus.

It was also a privilege to support the refugee couples and families at New Citizens' Gateway from 2018 to 2024.

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Training , Qualification & Experience

PGD in Individual & Couple Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy - Tavistock Relationships
Diploma in Psychosexual Therapy - Tavistock Relationships
Advanced Couple Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy at Tavistock Relationships - first year completed
Mentalisation-Based Treatment for Couples' Conflict (MBT) - Tavistock Relationships
Mentalisation-Based Treatment Skills in Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) - Anna Freud Centre
Infant Observation - the British Psychotherapy Foundation (BPF)
Integrative Counselling, Counselling and Counselling Skills - Birkbeck University
Social Work - Inholland University (the Netherlands)

CPD (Continuing Professional Development):

Thoughts on Narcissism and the Couple - Tavistock Relationships
Generation of empathy between intimate partners - Tavistock Relationships
Trauma-Focused Therapy - COSRT
Neurodiversity, Sex and Relationship Therapy - CICS (Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology)
Safeguarding children level 1 & Safeguarding adults level 1- elfh - NHS
The Science of Sexual Fantasy - COSRT
Understanding Compulsive Sexual Behaviours - COSRT
The Impact of ADHD on Relationships and Sex - COSRT
Solutions for Female Orgasm Problems: Helping Clients Become Cliterate - COSRT
Working with Common Sexual Difficulties in Women - COSRT
Desire & Desire Discrepancy - COSRT
Working with Common Erectile and Ejaculation Problems - COSRT
Testosterone Deficiency in Men - COSRT

Professional Memberships:

Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP)
Registered Member of the College of Sexual & Relationship Therapy (COSRT)
Professional Member of the European Society for Sexual Medicine (ESSM)

RST-Relationships & sex therapy

PSYCHOSEXUAL THERAPY, RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY

Etti Kia (MBACP) RegCosrt

My Expertise

Training , Qualification & Experience

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RST-Relationships & sex therapy

PSYCHOSEXUAL THERAPY, RELATIONSHIP COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY

Etti Kia (MBACP) RegCosrt

My Expertise

Training , Qualification & Experience

Publications

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