Monica Oleksy

Monica Oleksy is a counsellor who helps people feel less alone and more able to cope. She works with common struggles such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems and isolation or loneliness. Monica aims to listen closely and help people make sense of their feelings so they can move forward.

Her approach is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on talking through what matters most to the person sitting in front of her. Monica uses methods that encourage reflection, meaning making and small, achievable changes.

Monica has practised for 10 years and is part of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. She has worked with many people facing grief, trauma, eating and sleeping concerns, anger, parenting pressures and compassion fatigue. She also supports those dealing with body image, guilt and shame, and control issues.

She pays attention to cultural difference and aims to listen without judgement. Monica offers space to explore identity, values and life purpose, and she helps people consider different ways to cope with panic, post-traumatic stress or separation in their lives.

Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese. Monica accepts international clients and uses a subscription model for sessions that can be cancelled at any time. To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then book according to the therapist's schedule.

How counselling approaches translate to online work

Client-Centred Therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's experience without judgement. It helps when someone needs a space to be heard and to build confidence in their own choices. Narrative Therapy looks at the stories people tell about themselves and their lives. It helps separate the person from their problems and discover alternative meanings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences and what feels most helpful. Together they will decide whether to bring in reflective listening, story work or brief solution-focused tasks depending on what the person needs.

The profile does not specify session formats, so confirm the available online or remote options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Others like the chance to meet from a quieter location or to avoid being on camera; these practical benefits can make it simpler to keep regular appointments. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists can adapt exercises, reflective tasks and homework to suit online sessions and everyday life.