I had the best experience with Aldona Olchanowska also as this was my first time doing therapy she was extremely supportive from the beginning and one could feel she has a lot of experience, as she guided/ navigated the sessions.
Aldona Olchanowska, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Aldona is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Aldona. View 13 reviews
- Great news, Aldona is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English and Polish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Aldona is a wonderful listener and asks really thoughtful and provoking questions. She’s not afraid to ask the difficult questions and really make you think about your situation, which is really needed.
More about Aldona
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- BACP
I am a professional counsellor and psychotherapist with almost 30 years’ experience. I am registered with the British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP Registered Membership Number: 383282) and adhere to their ethical framework. I have worked in the USA and Poland at various treatment and educational settings, now I live and work in London. My formal academic training took five years in Warsaw University Poland (MS in Special Education) and three years in USA North Dakota State University (M.Ed. in Counselling and Guidance) Also, for one year I studied Clinical Social Work at University of Denver, USA. I had clinical practice in the university psychiatric hospital and several trainings in different psychotherapeutic schools. I use an integrative approach, with different modalities including Person Centered and Humanistic, to give holistic help. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, food issues, trauma, sexual issues, neurodiversity, coping with grief and loss, & depression and anxiety. Everyone can benefit from therapy no matter what age or gander you are. It does require significant effort but is very rewarding because it helps you to create a desired change.
My practice is age, race, faith and LGBTQ+ affirmative and I treat everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
Specialties
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Depression
Coping with life changes
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Body image
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Multicultural concerns
Personality disorders
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-love
Somatization
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 383282 · Expires May 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Aldona Olchanowska
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I had the best experience with Aldona Olchanowska also as this was my first time doing therapy she was extremely supportive from the beginning and one could feel she has a lot of experience, as she guided/ navigated the sessions.
Aldona is a wonderful listener and asks really thoughtful and provoking questions. She’s not afraid to ask the difficult questions and really make you think about your situation, which is really needed.
Aldona is very experienced, kind and understanding. Stern enough to question you with uncomfortable subjects and warm enough to make you feel safe to be uncomfortable. Progress with Aldona is certain. A* in my opinion.
Aldona listens and is always curious. You feel that she has a genuine interest in you and your concerns. She is warm and emphatic and helps to clarify my thoughts. Thank you!
Very knowledgeable, experienced and academically savvy, Aldona is the therapist that helps understanding things in your life that needs to change. She focuses on results.
Pleasant, patient and unbiased. She listens and in a very gentle way questions thoughts that help you arrive at your own decisions. I enjoy my sessions. When I take a break I return to the same therapist
Aldona has been tremendous help for me throughout my sessions with her. As one who never done therapy before, she demonstrated great balance of leading the sessions while listening in and allowing me to pour my thoughts. She is friendly, respectful, and kind. One could tell she is experienced and able to facilitate for what I needed in my situation.
An excellent therapist who has given me some great insights and support. I would highly recommend.
Excellent
Aldona is a great therapist. She is very empathetic, listens attentively, asks pertinent questions, is very attentive and inquisitive, gives valuable advice and always knows how to adapt to my current emotional state. Every session has brought more clarity and has improved my overall wellbeing.
I have very insightful sessions and feel super uplifted after every session. I strongly recommend this therapist.
Aldona gave me great and more importantly honest feedback and direction. It’s easier for therapists to just listen and not advise but I needed advice and Aldona was amazing. Highly recommend!!
Very easy to talk to and puts me at ease talking about challenging situations.
Frequently asked questions
Does Aldona Olchanowska offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Aldona Olchanowska works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Aldona Olchanowska speak?
Aldona Olchanowska speaks English and Polish.
How many years of experience does Aldona Olchanowska have?
Aldona Olchanowska has 20 years of experience.
Where is Aldona Olchanowska licensed to practice?
Aldona Olchanowska is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Aldona Olchanowska accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Aldona Olchanowska accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Aldona Olchanowska offer?
Aldona Olchanowska offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Aldona Olchanowska?
Aldona Olchanowska can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Aldona Olchanowska?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.