A Tidbit About Me

Hello there! My name is Areesh, I’m a qualified and trained counsellor from the UK. I have experience supporting vulnerable individuals in marginalised groups (elderly, homeless, handicapped and LGBTQ+) facing issues such as anxiety, low-mood, stress, self-esteem and grief. For this I have been employing the person-centred approach which has shown to be practical with those I have worked with as it has improved their outlook on their situations and helped them attain harmony in various aspects of their lives.

My main client base is formed of expats in multiple Asian countries who are facing hardships (often stemming from cultural differences, language barriers and local regulations) but have had no success in finding professional mental health support that also shows genuine understanding and regard of their experiences. This was also the case for me when I was an English teacher in China and Korea whilst managing my studies, which ultimately led to my mental health and physical wellbeing taking a negative toll. Therefore, I felt inclined to help others by providing appropriate mental health support for those in a similar position I was in, regardless of where they live.

Areesh Allana

• MSc Psychology of Mental Health and Wellbeing

• BSc Applied Psychology

• PGC Psychotherapy and Counselling

• Ongoing CPD