Evangelia Botsaki , BACP

Evangelia Botsaki holds the BACP credential (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and is originally from Greece, now based in Edinburgh. Her early interest in understanding herself and building resilient, respectful relationships guided her toward formal study and a career in therapy.

She trained in psychology first in Athens and later in Scotland, completing a bachelor’s degree in psychology at Napier University and an MSc in Children and Young People’s Mental Health at the University of Edinburgh. A preference for practical, evidence-based methods led her to complete a Diploma in Counselling and Groupwork with a CBT focus in 2019.

During her placement she provided one-to-one therapy for people experiencing anxiety and low mood and co-facilitated psychoeducational workshops on depression and on challenging negative thinking at several mental health organisations across Edinburgh. Since then she has worked in private practice supporting adults with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem and relationship difficulties.

Her approach is warm, collaborative and compassionate, offering a safe and personal space to explore what is bringing someone to therapy and to support meaningful change. She has completed additional training in Trauma-Focused Therapy and is currently attending training in Transactional Analysis, which deepen her ability to support emotional healing and insight.

Evangelia is particularly interested in self-confidence issues, negative thinking patterns and feelings of not belonging, and she brings curiosity and respect to each person’s journey toward greater self-awareness and growth.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions with Evangelia

Client-Centered Therapy invites the person to lead the pace and focus of sessions while the therapist offers empathy and acceptance - this approach supports self-exploration, relationship concerns and building self-esteem. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, structured method that helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is commonly used for anxiety, low mood and persistent negative thinking patterns. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on addressing the impact of traumatic experiences with techniques adapted to help process difficult memories and manage distress, and can be useful for those affected by abuse, loss or other traumatic events.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Evangelia works collaboratively with people to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, reviewing progress and adjusting the plan together as therapy unfolds so the work remains relevant and client-centered.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and to connect with licensed professionals from different locations. These options support consistent care, reduce travel time and allow people to choose the format that feels most comfortable for them.