Estephani Da Silva, MA
Counsellor/Psychologist
Estephani studied psychology in Argentina and holds a Master’s in Expressive Arts Therapy from The European Graduate School in Switzerland.
She is a member of the British Psychological Society (BPS), a full member of the Singapore Psychological Society (SPS), and the International Expressive Arts Therapy Association (IEATA). Additionally, she is a practising member of The Australian, New Zealand, and Asian Creative Arts Therapies Association (ANZACATA).
Background and Experience
Estephani has worked in private practice with children and volunteered as a play therapist at Evelina London Children’s Hospital. She has also supported teenagers and adults facing challenges such as panic attacks and burnout.
For the past three years, she has worked at the Latin American Women’s Rights Service (LAWRS) in London, providing counselling to women dealing with domestic violence, immigration discrimination, and asylum-seeking.
She has experience helping individuals with a range of mental health challenges, including:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Immigration Challenges
- Bullying
- Self-harm
- LGBTQ+
- Relationship difficulties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Self-esteem
Therapeutic Approach
Estephani’s therapeutic approach integrates psychodynamic therapy, trauma-informed therapy, analytic psychology, and expressive arts therapy. By utilising creative arts, she helps clients address psychological challenges, drawing on imagination to explore new possibilities and emphasise strengths over problems. This process allows clients to express their thoughts, emotions, and experiences in ways that deepen understanding on mental, physical, and emotional levels. Estephani carefully selects and adapts creative modalities to suit each client’s unique needs, cultivating insight, healing, and personal growth.
By working collaboratively, Estephani empowers individuals to develop greater self-awareness and take control of their well-being. Her holistic and adaptable approach ensures that each client receives the individualised support necessary for meaningful transformation.
Personal
Estephani was born and raised in Brazil before moving to Argentina for her university studies. She later moved to London and Switzerland for her professional practice and master’s training. Drawing from her own experiences, Estephani understands the challenges of moving to and living in different countries and recognises the importance of a culturally sensitive therapeutic approach. Estephani can conduct therapy in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
