About Effie
Effie Hicks is a psychotherapist who blends Jungian, psychodynamic and mindfulness ideas in her work. She is a BACP member and brings eight years of clinical experience. Effie aims to create a warm, interactive space where people can start to make changes they find hard to manage on their own.
She writes that her own experience as a therapy client led her to train and qualify. That background shapes a collaborative style that values curiosity and steady support.
Background and approach
Sessions are tailored to each person rather than following a single formula. Effie helps people with common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression and relationship problems. She also addresses issues like grief, trauma and addictions, and supports people working through identity and intimacy-related difficulties, including LGBT matters.
Her practice draws on Jungian ideas such as dream work and inner child exploration alongside psychodynamic thinking about patterns from the past. Mindfulness techniques are used to develop present-moment awareness and calm. Together these approaches aim to offer both short-term relief and longer-term insight.
Effie works in the United Kingdom and communicates in English and Greek. People who want to begin can use the site process to match with her and schedule sessions. She describes her sessions as adaptable to individual needs and goals.
What Effie works with
Everything Effie lists, in their own terms. LGBT is the reason Effie is listed here; the rest shows what else Effie works with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Avoidant personality
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Eating and food-related issues
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Postpartum depression
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Effie lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each counsellor names and does not check training records.
How Effie’s approaches translate to online therapy
Effie uses Jungian, psychodynamic and mindfulness work to help people understand patterns and feel calmer in daily life. Jungian work often involves dream reflection and exploring inner images to uncover personal meaning and recurring themes. Psychodynamic work looks at how past relationships and experiences shape current patterns and reactions. Mindfulness practice teaches simple attention and breathing skills to reduce anxiety and improve day-to-day focus.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Effie aims to work collaboratively to find which elements help most for your situation and goals. That may mean starting with practical mindfulness skills and later adding deeper psychodynamic or Jungian exploration as trust builds.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by saving travel time or allowing a shorter check-in during a work break. It can also make it simpler to access a therapist who speaks English or Greek even if you live abroad. Confirm the exact session options available with Effie before booking so you know how you will meet and what schedule fits your routine.
Questions people ask about Effie
What issues can Effie help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. Other focus areas include trauma, grief, addictions, self-esteem and intimacy-related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
The approach is warm and interactive, combining Jungian, psychodynamic and mindfulness ideas. Sessions are adapted to each person's needs rather than following a rigid plan.
How long has she practised?
She has eight years of clinical experience working in both personal and voluntary sector roles.
What qualifications does she hold and where is she based?
She holds a Masters degree in psychotherapy and healing and is a member of the BACP. Her practice is based in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Greek.
Can she work with clients outside the UK?
She accepts international clients; confirm any cross-border arrangements before booking to ensure they suit your circumstances.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Check the subscription details for current pricing.
How do I begin a course of therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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