Alina Badescu Therapy

My path into counselling grew from my own curiosity about what it means to be human, with all our messiness, contradictions, and capacity for change. I believe that no one is broken or in need of fixing. We are all human, carrying stories, wounds, and hopes that shape who we are.

I've worked in NHS Talking Therapies, and also my journey has taken me from busy hospital corridors into the quieter, reflective space of the therapy room, where I now support people through the complexities life brings. I can help you make sense of anger, anxiety, depression, and feelings of rejection or abandonment, particularly when these emotions start to impact relationships and how you see yourself.

This experience taught me the value of truly listening and being present with someone during difficult moments, the importance of supporting people during times of vulnerability and uncertainty.

I offer therapy in both Romanian and English, and -as an immigrant- I’m deeply mindful of the challenges many people face when living abroad—the pressure to adapt, cultural differences around emotional expression, family expectations, and the sense of being caught between two worlds. These experiences can bring loneliness, shame, or a feeling of not fully belonging, and they deserve space, care, and understanding.

This being said, I work with all genders and welcome anyone who is experiencing emotional distress. My approach is grounded, compassionate, and collaborative, offering a space where you don’t have to explain yourself from the beginning—you can simply start where you are.