Dr Monika Gos

Therapy is a journey, one that requires both a guide and a companion. I couldn’t have asked for a better person to walk beside me along the way. Over the past two years, Monika has offered care, compassion, and gentle guidance, especially at times when I wasn’t able to offer those things to myself. Her ability to listen without judgment, and hold space for whatever I brought into the room made all the difference. I’m deeply grateful for the progress I’ve made and the new person I’ve become/discovered through our work together.

Everything I'm sharing here can not possibly convey the full extent of what Monika has done for me. When I first reached out to her I was 44/ 45 yrs old and suicidal... It is no easy thing to admit, that I couldn't see a future for myself. I was actually completely heartbroken with the loss of all the 'dreams' of how my life 'should' have been at that point in my life. And to add insult to injury, I had spent the best part of nearly 30 years looking for a 'cure' for my persistent depression/ procrastination, and quite frankly really shitty behaviour! It sounds cliche, but I had tried everything I could... counselling, talk therapy, psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, EMDR, Tapping, TRE, somatic body work, CBT, coaching, mentors... and I'm sure I'm forgetting some! So it's not like I was simply 'sitting around and wallowing in self pity' not wanting to get better. I was constantly searching for that elusive 'cure'. But nothing had worked by that point, I was worse than ever and losing hope. I came across Brainspotting, and not only did it make sense, it was also my last chance. I knew that Brainspotting was/ is (for me at least) the ultimate tool in resolving CPTSD. Monika was heartfelt, dedicated, warm, kind and deeply compassionate in each session. I can say that in less than 3 yrs (it might even be less!), my life is thankfully unrecognisable. When compared to 30 yrs of other treatments, that's a seriously significant turnaround in mental health wellness! I can not describe the depth of peace, the feeling of finally 'being my true self'... And some of my dreams have actually co...

Monika is incredibly warm and patient, and gives an impression of unconditional compassion and belief in one's potential. Having this energy reflected at me on a weekly basis was truly healing in itself. I also appreciate how dynamic and adaptive her therapeutic style is. We often shifted between brainspotting, EMDR, visualisation and talking therapy techniques, and Monika was always attuned to what would be most powerful at any given moment.

I have seen several therapists and Monika was by far the best that I have seen. She makes you feel so safe and supported on your therapy journey and I cannot recommend her enough. Throughout our time working together I was able to uncover and process a lot of deep feelings and trauma I did not know was even there. I have had other types of therapy in the past, but it was working with Monika and doing brainspotting that has helped me to finally heal on a deeper level.

Ms Monika changed my life! She is very thoughtful and professional. Her method Brainstorming is amazing and fascinating. I call it magic as in 1 minute I was going from crying and struggle for breath to calm and happy person. I strongly recommend Ms Monika.

I worked with Monika for c2 years doing EDMR and trauma related work. During this time the most standout positives were - Monika’s gentleness and presence. It was easy to be comfortable with her. - Her willingness to take risks and to encourage risk taking.

I’ve been working with Monika for the past 3 years and I am thankful everyday for the wonderful support she has been providing me with, at every step of this incredible journey. I had tried other therapist before (and other therapies) but none as efficient as working with Monika. From the beginning of our work together she has been very patient, understanding and always managed to put my concerns and fears at easy. I was able to open up and process my past issues and traumas, whilst feeling supported and guided in the most professional way. Since working together I have made great progress in my recovery and I have seen concrete positive changes in my life, all of which I wholeheartedly attribute to our work together. Monika is truly a lifesaver and I could not recommend her more!

While Monika is a very genuine, pleasant and gentle person, she also helps me achieve visible progress. She offers many opportunities to keep working even outside of the sessions to get better even quicker. Very happy that Monika is my therapist!

I've been to a dozen therapists in my life, and I found most of them were cold or unenlightened or money-obsessed or just out of their depth. To be quite frank, in some cases I wasn't totally convinced of their own emotional stability. Just as in life, it is difficult in a therapeutic setting to find people competent and strong enough to handle difficult situations. The difference is that the consequences in therapy can be more severe. I have had a few good therapists too of course, but none as warm, as competent, as effective, as reassuring or as pragmatic as Monika. These things are personal, but I find it difficult to imagine anyone feeling uncomfortable in her presence or in her therapy rooms. I have been seeing Monika for a few months now and whilst that may seem like a short period of time in terms of conventional therapy, the speed at which damage heals and life starts to change in EMDR/Brainspotting is unbelievable. I sought treatment for an abusive relationship that ended the best part of a decade ago, but also because I am the child of maternal abandonment. So the wounds being resolved are *old*. Some of the memories emerging from childhood are memories I haven't had for the 33 years since. It feels almost miraculous. I have also been to someone who practised pure EMDR but Monika's training in brainspotting really sets her apart. I find both invaluable and would miss brainspotting if I went to a therapist who wasn't trained in it. It is the natural development of EMDR, which is now almost dated (even though I only heard about it myself a year ago!). Monika also ...