Candidate Counselling Psychologist | Existential Psychotherapist (UKCP) Specialising in Embodied Identity, Relationships, and the Psychology of Aesthetic Transformation.
Ilia Galouzidi
Finding a sense of self that feels both stable and authentic is one of life’s most profound challenges. As a dual-trained Psychologist and Existential Psychotherapist with a background in Neuroscience, I offer a therapeutic space that honours the deep connection between all the parts that create your human experience.
My practice is dedicated to individuals who feel a dissonance between their inner world and their outer reality. You might be navigating a significant life transition, struggling with relationship patterns that no longer serve you, or searching for deeper meaning in a fragmented world. I work with those who are ready to look beneath the surface—not just to alleviate symptoms, but to understand the architecture of their own identity within an everchanging world.
Embodiment & Psychology of Body Modification
My doctoral research and clinical passion lie at the intersection of psychology and the psychical body.
Our bodies are the vessels through which we experience the world, yet we often feel disconnected from them. I specialise in working with individuals who are navigating this complex relationship – whether through aesthetic procedures, body modification, or simply a desire to feel more “at home” in their skin.
- Somatic Integration: We move beyond words to explore how your experiences, traumas, and joys are held physically.
- Body modification Support: For those considering or recovering from cosmetic or reconstructive surgery, I provide a non-judgmental space to support the psychological process of inhabiting your post-surgery self.
My Approach:
I believe true integration happens when we address the person as a whole: the analytical mind, the feeling body, and the searching soul.
My work combines the structural clarity of Psychology with the philosophical depth of Existentialism and the grounding practices of somatic work. We will explore how you relate to yourself and others, moving toward a life that feels not just “managed,” but truly lived and embodied.
We can together work through:
- Physical issues, especially ones that don’t seem to have a cause
- Relationship issues and complex family relationships
- Feeling lost in your life or not living up to your potential
- Feeling hopeless or feeling trapped
- Loss and Grief
- Negotiating major life changes and connecting to your authentic self
- Issues related to Anxiety
- Issues related to Depression
- Issues related to Body Dissatisfaction or Body Dysmorphia
- Eating Disorders
Services

Embodied Psychotherapy & Existential Inquiry
For those seeking to understand the architecture of their own identity

Psychology of Body Modification
Aligning the internal self with the physical self

Clinical Consultation for Medical Professionals
Enhancing patient outcomes through psychological safety