Dr Geneviève Marais

Dr Geneviève Marais is a Counselling Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and holds Chartered Status with the British Psychological Society (BPS). Geneviève completed an undergraduate degree, a Bachelor of Arts with majors in Psychology, Industrial Sociology and History at Rhodes University, South Africa. After working in the field of social care and specifically with children and families, Geneviève completed a Conversion Diploma in Psychology through London Guildhall University, a diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy, and a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology and Psychotherapy via the Metanoia Institute affiliated with Middlesex University. Most recently, Geneviève has completed a diploma in Energy Psychotherapy.

Geneviève is an Integrative Counselling Psychologist and draws on therapeutic approaches such as psychodynamic therapy, psychoanalysis, humanistic and person-centred therapy, intersubjective and transpersonal therapy. Her working model follows a developmental-relational way of working, centred on the premise that our past and present are in constant dialogue. Geneviève’s therapy is tailored to meet the individual’s needs and explores how their past impacts their current ways of relating with self and others.

Geneviève has 14 years of experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, loss and bereavement, attachment difficulties, narcissistic abuse, relationship difficulties, emotional regulation, self-esteem, confidence, work-related stress, general stress, life changes, existential concerns, and more. Geneviève is particularly interested in the mind-body connection and the importance of developing and maintaining a relationship with oneself and a commitment to self-care. To achieve this, Geneviève incorporates complementary therapies within her traditional talking therapy model, such as energy psychotherapy, sound therapy and creativity to optimise wellbeing.

Geneviève believes that when we are connected and aligned with ourselves at multiple levels, our relationships flourish both personally and professionally. Consequently, when we fully embody ourselves, we can consciously practise authenticity and walk in purpose.