Specialised Counselling

Specialised Counselling | Niva Medical Clinic

Discover Niva Medical Clinic’s Specialised Counselling service, where our clinicians provide focused, evidence-based support tailored to your personal challenges, helping you understand your emotions, build healthier coping strategies, and improve long-term mental wellbeing.

Other Services

Assessment & Therapy

Personalised support for anxiety, stress, low mood, and emotional challenges, helping you understand your symptoms and feel more in control.

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Autism / ADHD Assessments

Clear, professional assessments for autism and ADHD, providing accurate diagnosis and tailored recommendations.

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Meet The Professionals Delivering The Service​

Dr Bhavika Vagani

MBBS (2008), MRCGP (2014)
Diploma in Lifestyle Medicine, Child Health and Clinical Leadership, Women's Health & Menopause Specialist
Private GP

Dr. Bhavika Vagani is a GP specialising in women’s health, menopause, and chronic conditions like diabetes and infertility. She focuses on lifestyle medicine for sustainable health and has expertise in older adult care and palliative medicine. Dr. Vagani values strong doctor-patient relationships for long-term health.

Dr Farhana Qureshi

MBBS (2011), MRCGP (2020)
Diabetes Care and Women's Health Specialist
Private GP

Dr. Farhana Qureshi is a GP specialising in diabetes management, women’s health (especially menopause), and paediatrics. She combines lifestyle and medical treatments for optimal care and serves as the Lead GP for Diabetes in the NHS, staying current with healthcare developments.

helen holmes psychologist

Helen Holmes

MBACP (Accred), MSc, MSc, MA, Diploma, PGDip, PGCert, CBT-E (Oxford), CBT, Autism/ADHD Assessor (UCL/LCC), Mediator
Child & Adult Psychologist/Psychotherapist

Helen Holmes is an award-winning psychologist with 35+ years of experience in mental health. She specialises in anxiety, depression, trauma, and ADHD/Autism assessments, using therapies like CBT and EMDR. Helen supports individuals from all backgrounds and is the author of two books.

Why Choose Our Assessment & Therapy Service?

Our Assessment & Therapy service provides compassionate, evidence-based psychological support to help you understand your emotions, manage difficult thoughts, and improve your mental wellbeing. Through structured assessments, personalised therapy plans, and ongoing guidance, our clinicians help you feel more in control, supported, and emotionally balanced.

Mental Health Assessment

We explore your symptoms, emotional patterns, personal history, lifestyle factors, and wellbeing challenges to understand what you’re experiencing and identify the most effective support approach for you.

Personalised Therapy & Treatment Plan

Your clinician will recommend the most appropriate therapy options, which may include talking therapy, CBT-style strategies, stress-management techniques, lifestyle guidance, or emotional coping tools tailored to your needs.

Ongoing Support & Progress Review

We monitor your progress, review changes in mood or symptoms, adjust your therapy plan, and offer continued support to help you stay on track with your mental health goals.

Emotional Wellbeing & Long-Term Support

Our aim is to help you feel calmer, more resilient, and more emotionally grounded, improving your daily functioning, relationships, and overall quality of life.

Pricing And Fees

The treatment and services offered at Niva Medical Clinic are affordable as we believe in providing health care accessible to all. All our pricing is honest and upfront.

Kindly note that you must pay the consultation fees before the appointment. For additional consultation or treatment, fees will be paid at the end. All our pricing plans are transparent; however, if you have any queries, kindly contact us before the appointment to avoid any confusion.

Below listed are some of our most common fees but please contact us before booking if you have any queries

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Can I Pay Out Of My Insurance?

To confirm if your insurance plan covers your treatment or service plan, kindly contact your service provider and confirm before the appointment. Some insurance providers have an annual cash allowance for Private GP appointments that can be reimbursed.

Specialised Counselling FAQs
Our Specialised Counselling service at Niva Medical Clinic provides confidential, evidence-based emotional support for stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship concerns, trauma, and general psychological wellbeing.

Below are common questions about our counselling and therapeutic support services.
What happens during a counselling assessment? +
Your clinician will discuss your concerns, emotional patterns, personal history, and goals to understand your needs and recommend the most suitable counselling approach.
Who is counselling suitable for? +
Counselling is helpful for anyone experiencing emotional stress, anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship challenges, or difficulty coping with daily pressures.
What types of counselling do you offer? +
We offer talking therapy, CBT-based strategies, emotional processing techniques, stress-management support, and personalised counselling tailored to your individual needs.
Is counselling confidential? +
Yes. All counselling sessions follow strict confidentiality and ethical standards. Information is only shared with your consent or when required for safety.
How long is each session? +
Counselling sessions typically last 45–60 minutes depending on your needs and the type of therapy provided.
How many counselling sessions will I need? +
This varies by person. Some benefit from short-term support, while others need longer ongoing therapy. Your clinician will discuss this after your assessment.
Can counselling help with anxiety or low mood? +
Yes. Counselling is effective for anxiety, depression, stress-related symptoms, and emotional overwhelm.
Do you provide counselling for teenagers or young people? +
Yes. We offer age-appropriate therapy and emotional support for children and young people who may be struggling with behavioural, emotional, or social challenges.
Do I need a GP referral? +
No referral is needed. You can book directly at any time.
How do I book a counselling appointment? +
You can book by phone or using our online booking system at your convenience.

How To Find Us?

Located in the heart of Stanmore, North-West London on Stanmore Broadway

  • 1 hour free parking available on the street via PayByPhone app or 90 minutes free at Sainsbury's, 3 Disabled Parking Bays outside the entrance to the clinic
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