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I am not your average therapist
It's not uncommon to believe that your therapist is someone who has it "all together", a magician that has mastered the art of emotional wellbeing and balanced worldviews.
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But just like you, before I became a therapist, I came into the world as a vulnerable child, exposed to varying degrees of love, affection and care. Just like you, these made me feel like I am not enough. And just like you, I felt like I had to fight for my worthiness. I craved connection with others whilst simultaneously when anyone tried to get close to me I'd run a mile.
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Ultimately, my struggle stopped when I learned to own my story and identify my patterns. I gained a strong understanding of how these shaped me and I learned strategies to manage my emotions and reconnect with my true self, not what trauma taught me to be. Now I am here to teach you how to do the same.
My Qualifications
Education
BSc in Psychology, University of Warwick
Sept 2010- June 2013
PgCert Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Interventions, UCL
Sept 2015- Sept 2016
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Royal Holloway University
Sept 2018- Sept 2019
Relevant Training
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The Neurobiology of Attachment, National Institute for the Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine
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Dr. Sue Johnson's Intensive Course in EFT: Attachment-based interventions for couples in crisis
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Schema Therapy: Basic & Beyond for Narcissism, Borderline, Eating Disorders with Wendy Behari
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Cognitive Behavioural Couples Therapy, Reconnect UK
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Beyond the basics of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy with Dr Judith Beck
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Time Limited Schema Therapy with Helen Startup and Janis Briedis
Before starting my journey as a therapist, I worked as a support worker, helping people at risk of homelessness. I then spent around 5 years in the NHS in various clinical roles including management and teaching roles. In the summer of 2020, I decided that it was time to venture out on my own and started my own therapy business, Ioana Rotaru Therapy.
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Since qualifying, I adhered to continuous professional development and attended further training and workshops on other CBT-related modalities such as ACT, CFT, Schema Therapy as well as completed Cognitive Behavioural Couples Therapy training. I love studying and updating my knowledge and as part of remaining accredited with the BABCP, I attend a specific number of trainings every year to stay up to date with the evidence base and enhance my skills.
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As I enjoy writing and sharing educational content, I have co-authored a series of guided journals, called "The Feel Good Journals", which are available to buy from Amazon worldwide.
"My own painful stories were the birthplace of compassion, empathy, kindness and gratitude. I use these to pour myself into the work I do with you."
Ioana Rotaru
Outside of therapy
You may know more about me from my Instagram which is the space I use to educate and empower others to make real, lasting changes in their lives that lead to better relationships with themselves and others. I love educating as much as possible which is why I am so active online and collaborating with others.
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Aside from being a therapist, I co-run "New Source Recruitment", a leading recruitment agency supplying the luxury hospitality market in the UK. It is my family's business which I have co-founded and the pulse behind it is my passion for entrepreneurship. My heart gets a little bit more excited when I hear you talking about your career aspirations especially when you are thinking about setting up your own business. I have been there and done that twice and it is such a privilege to witness your journey too.
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I can not hide that I am a high achiever. I thoroughly enjoy the work that I do and I am motivated by my value of being of service to others. Ultimately, I cannot imagine a future where I am not working.
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Book an Initial Consultation
If you are ready to take the next step and would like to discuss how we can work together, then book a free 15-minute initial consultation.