Arantza Sanchez Garcia

Arantza Sanchez Garcia is a trainee integrative counsellor studying towards a Diploma in Integrative Counselling at The Awareness Centre and practicing with NHS Talking Therapies in Wandsworth. She has completed a Foundation Certificate in Counselling (Level 3 equivalent), is a BACP registered student member, and works in line with the BACP Ethical Framework. Arantza’s integrative approach is based on the belief that there is no single way of working that suits everyone, and she adapts her therapeutic approach to meet each client’s individual needs, experiences, and circumstances. She has experience supporting clients with a range of emotional and psychological difficulties, including anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, identity concerns, and challenges associated with life transitions. Arantza is committed to creating a confidential, supportive, and respectful space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences at a pace that feels right for them.

Arantza’s approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative, with a strong belief that the therapeutic relationship is central to meaningful change. She aims to create an environment where clients feel genuinely heard, accepted, and free from judgement, recognising that beginning therapy can feel challenging or uncertain. Through gentle exploration of thoughts, emotions, and recurring patterns, Arantza supports clients in developing greater self-awareness, resilience, and confidence. She believes that therapy is a shared process built on trust, honesty, and openness, where clients are supported to better understand themselves and explore new ways of responding to life’s challenges. Her integrative approach allows her to draw from different therapeutic perspectives while keeping the focus on what is most helpful and relevant for each individual.

Originally from Mexico, Arantza brings an international and bilingual perspective to her work, with a particular awareness of the ways culture, identity, and belonging can influence a person’s sense of self and relationships. Having experience of living between cultures, she understands the complexities that can arise when navigating different expectations, values, and identities. She has a particular interest in supporting clients exploring cross-cultural experiences, anxiety, self-esteem, and relationship patterns. Before training as a counsellor, Arantza worked in project management, where she developed strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support people through complex situations. She brings this experience alongside her counselling training to offer a thoughtful, reliable, and compassionate approach. Arantza is committed to ongoing personal and professional development and offers clients a space to reflect, gain clarity, and explore meaningful steps towards greater self-understanding and wellbeing.