Our service is delivered by two dedicated volunteer counsellors who are currently completing their Level 4 and Level 5 Diplomas in Integrative Counselling. Both are committed to providing supportive, confidential, and client-centred care.
We are offering a programme of eight one-to-one counselling sessions. If you are interested in accessing this service, please register by emailingsuzie@eyematter.org.uk with the subject: Counselling.
Please note that there is a fee of £10 per session, or £7.50 per session for those receiving means-tested benefits.
Below, you will find the personal profiles of our therapists. Clients will be carefully matched and allocated to one of the counsellors.
We look forward to supporting you.
Paula Yianni
“Hi, my name is Paula. I’m a person-centred counsellor who offers a calm, safe space where people can talk openly and feel heard. My approach is gentle, down-to-earth, and rooted in the belief that everyone has the capacity to make sense of their experiences when they’re met with empathy and respect.
I have experience of sight loss, which deeply informs my understanding of the emotional and practical challenges involved.
I believe in creating a warm, welcoming environment where every individual feels safe to explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. My style is collaborative and authentic, valuing the unique story each person brings.
I’m passionate about accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring that counselling is a space where barriers are minimised and everyone’s needs are honoured.”
Rebekah Few
“Hi, my name is Becky. I am currently training as an integrative counsellor, offering a warm, safe space where people can explore their thoughts and feelings at their own pace. My approach is grounded in empathy, presence, and authenticity, with a focus on building a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship.
I bring around 20 years of experience working in mental health and wellbeing, often supporting individuals through significant changes in their lives. I am currently retraining as an integrative therapist to better support the clients I work with, and I was encouraged to apply for this opportunity by my counselling tutors.
While I do not have a visual impairment myself, my father lives with Myasthenia gravis, which affected his vision and led to visual impairment. Supporting him as a young carer through this shift, including the impact on his identity and mental health, has deeply shaped my understanding and empathy.
I draw on a range of approaches including person-centred, psychodynamic, and solution-focused techniques, tailoring my work to suit each individual. I am passionate about the transformative potential of therapy and believe in creating a space where people feel truly heard, understood, and supported.
I was particularly drawn to this project as it offers the opportunity to combine both my professional and lived experience to support those navigating sight loss. I believe that having specialist, accessible support is vital, and that being part of a community where experiences can be shared can have a powerful and positive impact on wellbeing.”