Aneta Contractor

Psychotherapy for Individuals & Couples Counselling

About Me

I bring a wealth of international experience, having lived and worked in seven countries across three continents. This history of living in different places allows me to meet clients from diverse communities with openness and ease.

Living with ourselves is not always easy. You may find yourself wanting to change something, in how you feel, how you react, or how you connect with others, and carry a quiet sense that something in it runs deeper.

Our inner world is shaped by our earliest relationships, by what we experienced, what we longed for, and what we learned about ourselves and others along the way. These early experiences leave their mark, often in ways we are not fully aware of, influencing how we feel and relate in the present.

How I Work: A Relational Approach

To understand the difficulties you are confronted with, it is often necessary to explore the deeper roots of the problem. This is a gradual process that involves an in‑depth exploration of the self.  The relationship that develops between us is central to this process, as it helps illuminate what may also be happening in significant relationships outside the consulting room. This relationship becomes a space where dynamics can be noticed and gradually transformed. This approach is for those who feel ready to do the deeper work and want to understand how they became who they are, not just manage the symptoms of it.

If something in you is ready, I am here.​​​

Couples Counselling

What We Carry Into Love
​The ways we learnt to connect, or to protect ourselves from connection, in our earliest relationships often quietly repeat themselves in the ones we form as adults. We may find ourselves drawn to the same dynamics, hurt in familiar ways, or struggling to feel close even when we want to be. When we can name what is happening between us, it becomes easier to shift.

Beneath the Conflict
In any intimate relationship, challenges and conflict are inevitable. The key lies not in avoiding conflict but in how you engage with it. Some may be considering separation, others may be caught in an endless cycle of crises, while some choose to seek support. Whether you find yourself arguing, withdrawing, or shutting down, therapy can help you understand the underlying dynamics at play and find new ways to engage with each other.

When Physical Intimacy Becomes Difficult
​I support couples in exploring the emotional and physical layers of their sexual connection.  Physical intimacy can bring us face to face with some of the most tender and unresolved parts of ourselves. There is room here to understand what feels difficult, gently and without judgment.
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You can find more information about my practice on my website (listed on the right under the Get Directions map). The site is optimised for computer viewing while the mobile version is being improved.