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Counselling Valencia
Find understanding and support in a new place. Our international team helps you navigate life abroad with clarity, balance, and confidence.
Welcome to
Counselling Valencia
At Counselling Valencia, we understand the unique challenges that come with living, studying and working abroad. We know that building a support network takes time, and we're here to help every step of the way. Our team comprises a group of qualified professionals, including English-speaking Counsellors, Psychotherapists and Psychologists, all with firsthand experience living and studying in diverse international settings.
Besides English our team also provides therapy services in French, German, Dutch, Russian and Catalan.
Who we help
Since 2006, we have been assisting children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families as private clients; international students—mainly U.S. students and their families—as private clients; and employees working for international companies as both private and EAP contract clients.
Our team
Meet our esteemed team: Elisa, Alex, Laura, Hana, Gabriela, Pamela, El, Lisa, Katja and Joseph.
About trauma therapy & EMDR
Trauma can result from various distressing events, such as accidents, abuse, or natural disasters, and it can have a profound impact on an individual's emotional and psychological well-being.
Trauma therapy is a specialized form of therapy designed to help individuals overcome the lasting effects of these traumatic experiences. It involves working with a trained therapist to process and make sense of the traumatic events in a safe and supportive environment.
One commonly used technique in trauma therapy is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR is an evidence-based therapy approach that helps individuals reprocess distressing memories to reduce their impact on daily life.
During EMDR sessions, clients focus on a traumatic memory while the therapist guides them through specific eye movements or other forms of bilateral stimulation. This process helps the brain reprocess the traumatic memory, enabling the individual to integrate it in a healthier way.
EMDR has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of trauma-related conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and depression. Clients often report feeling a sense of relief and resolution after undergoing EMDR therapy. EMDR can be a powerful tool for helping individuals heal from past traumas and live more fulfilling lives.
If you or someone you know is struggling with the effects of trauma, consider reaching out to a qualified therapist who specializes in EMDR therapy for support and guidance.
From anxiety to grief and relationship stress, our dedicated team offers unwavering support for a range of concerns. We recognize that each individual's challenges are unique, and we provide tailored guidance to foster healing and resilience.
Emotional health & well-being
- Anxiety & generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
- Depression
- Burnout
- Stress
- Chronic worrying
- Anger management
- Hopelessness & guilt
- Insomnia
- Climate anxiety
- AI-related anxiety
Relationships & connection
- Marriage counseling
- Infidelity
- Relationships
- Grief & bereavement
- Unresolved grief and loss
- Narcissism
- Ethics and morality
- Communication & resilience
Identity & personal growth
- Gender identity concerns
- LGBTIQA+
- Racial identity
- Identity awareness
- Self-esteem issues
- Habits & behavior change
- Avoidance & procrastination
- Hope and purpose
- Ketogenic (keto) lifestyle
- Culture adaptation & culture shock
Neurodivergency & specialized concerns
- ADHD (*)
- Autism (ASD) (*)
- Obsessions & compulsions (OCD)
- Trauma & PTSD (**)
- Binge eating & eating disorders
- Student mental health
- Death
(*) We offer our clients post-ADHD and ASD diagnostic support.
(**) We offer our clients EMDR treatment.
Demographics of our diverse client base
Students, teachers, expats, spouses & foreign professionals
Many books have been written about working and studying abroad. About 2,000 different titles can be found on Amazon. They all seem to agree that living in a culture that is not your own while speaking a language that is not your native language means extra challenges on top of your agenda.
That's why you´ll find the professional and friendly counsellors, therapists, psychologists, and medical doctors you are looking for at Counselling Madrid.
Testimonials
"I highly recommend Counselling Madrid. This is available to English speakers as well. My personal experience can only be described as positive. My personal therapist has been exceptional and has really helped me deal with a number of issues for which I needed help."
RALPH MCGUIGAN
"Elisa Crespo está siempre ahí para lo que puedas necesitar. Te hace reflexionar para que puedas llegar a tus propias conclusiones y te apoya permanentemente. Solo tengo buenas palabras para mi terapeuta."
ANA FERNANDEZ
Where you will find us - our offices
Counselling Valencia ® Office 1
Counselling Valencia ® Office 2
Counselling Valencia ® Office 3