About Mabadiliko Therapy
Mabadiliko Therapy Ltd is a Private Not For Profit UK based national and international community organisation, made up of a team of qualified associate counsellors and psychotherapists.
At Mabadiliko therapy we are dedicated to offering a culture-centred trauma informed approach to talking therapy for individuals aged 18 and over. We offer a compassionate non-judgemental space for you to explore your well-being concerns and feel a sense of healing through the therapeutic process.
Psychotherapy is tailored to each individual, which makes it a unique and subjective experience; this helps us to facilitate an authentic holistic healing process. Aspects of life coaching are also infused into the process, to enable confidence and practical tasking along the way.
The therapeutic process is a collaborative one,
'you get out what you put in'.
We work with you to identify the elements that might be holding you back, and establish a set of tools for your 'tool bag' to support your journey during and after therapy.
Mabadiliko Therapy is not a free service but aims to accommodate the needs of the community with affordable fees.
What's on offer?
- Weekly, online, one-to-one, psychological therapy (psychotherapy)
- Fortnightly or monthly counselling/clinical supervision
- International appointments (for clients outside of the UK scheduled within reason according to the BST/GMT time zone)
- Presentations & event collaboration
- Bespoke mental health/well-being training
Take a look at the services pages: Intercultural Therapy, Intercultural Supervision, Training to find out more.
Please see the referrals page for information on the referral process and more
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide the community with a culturally sensitive counselling psychotherapy service that holds a worldview and considers culture, ethnicity, race and spirituality as fundamental aspects for all users of the service.
(The Four Pillars of Mabadiliko Therapy)
Mabadiliko Therapy holds the belief that no matter where in the world you are born, raised or live, your ancestral origins and cultural influences play a significant role in the make-up of who you are, and influences mental health experiences. The Intercultural Counselling Psychotherapy approach enables holistic therapy that truly holds the ‘person’ at the ‘center’ of their therapy.
Traditional and widespread approaches to talking therapy are often delivered from a Euro-centric perspective. This approach can sometimes fail to meet the needs of people from Black Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) groups or People of Colour (PoC), as cultural sensitivity and true empathetic understanding is limited.
Five Stages to Healing Model
MABADILIKO MEANS ‘CHANGE’ IN SWAHILI.
MABADILIKO MEANS ‘CHANGE’ IN SWAHILI.
MABADILIKO MEANS ‘CHANGE’ IN SWAHILI.
Mabadiliko Therapy's Five Stages to Healing Model is labelled in Swahili, to exemplify the value placed on ancestral roots. The stages can be demonstrated in any chosen language and illustrates the process of change and healing by renewing the mind.
Along the journey of therapy we acknowledge your Roots and aim to identify the root cause of the problem, recognise the impact this has on your Mind, reflect and Process conscious awareness, in order to Renew thought patterns, which ultimately results in Change.
MABADILIKO MEANS ‘CHANGE’ IN SWAHILI.
MABADILIKO MEANS ‘CHANGE’ IN SWAHILI.
MABADILIKO MEANS ‘CHANGE’ IN SWAHILI.
The Therapy Team
DAVINA
DAVINA
DAVINA
Davina specialises in abuse-related concerns, sexual abuse, trauma-related concerns, and relationship difficulties. She has an ongoing interest working with BAME women. Her mission is to walk alongside you as you navigate through the uncertainties and challenges of life.
Her Intercultural therapeutic approach allows her to work with you as an individual through the intricacies of culture, ethnicity, gender and spiritually.
Lloyd
DAVINA
DAVINA
Lloyd is an integrative counsellor and uses a range of therapies tailored to meet individual needs and address the root of the clients problems. He has experience supporting individuals with the effects of sexual trauma and domestic abuse / domestic violence. He is also a qualified and registered family social worker, family mediator and has experience as an assistant chief probation officer.
EMMA
EMMA
EMMA
Emma is an integrative counsellor with experience working with a diverse client group on many issues. She has specialised in working with those impacted by domestic abuse, trauma, family dynamics, identity and life transitions. She works with a holistic intercultural approach placing you at the core of the therapy, this allows for work within your frame of reference to help you to explore and process anything that may be coming up for you. Emma is also an accredited parenting facilitator and has worked with families within Southwark for many years.
AMA
EMMA
EMMA
Ama is a Person-Centred therapist who works with aspects of the client's life history to bring insights to current issues. She is an experienced Grief and Loss therapist, works with processing trauma, and helps clients integrate their personal strengths with a solution-focused approach. Ama also helps clients navigate the complexities of race and racism in their lived experience.
Management Team
BEVERLEY J WESTON, MA.
Hello, I'm the Director of Mabadiliko Therapy Ltd and the Co-Founder of Mabadiliko CIC.
Here at Mabadiliko Therapy we support your healing process and therapeutic journey. We provide Intercultural psychological therapy for an array of common mental illnesses such as:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Grief & Loss
- PTSD & C-PTSD
- Stress & Burn-out
- Dissociative behaviours
- Cultural identity & Spiritual challenges
- Psychological sexual challenges (Psychosexual issues)
- Understanding relationship & attachment issues including family dynamics
- and much more.
I specialise in working with adult survivors of childhood trauma including:
child sex abuse, excessive experiences of physical discipline, exposure to domestic violence, experiences within the care system, neglect and much more
I also provide Intercultural supervision, training and presentations.
My Intercultural therapeutic approach involves focusing on the inner workings of the clients subjective experience that relates specifically to their racial, ethnic and spiritual background, beliefs and traditions. I identify as African-Caribbean British, I am a parent carer and a proud mother. I have a particular interest in mental health and cultural identity, and work perceptively on the impact mental ill health has on spirituality and faith.
My current role within the Mabadiliko Therapy team is to conduct the initial assessment / consultation, prepare your case file and allocate you to an appropriate therapist within the team. I also currently deliver the clinical/counselling supervision service.
"My motivation is your mission.. what's yours?"
(Beverley J Weston)
NGOZI NWABINELI
Hello, I'm Ngozi the HR & Operations Manager.
I am an experienced HR professional with experience spanning several sectors including technology, FMCG and education. In addition to being passionate about providing effective talent solutions, I love seeing companies thrive through the power of process change and want to bring this to every role I deliver.
Professional Memberships
THE national counselling society
BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
THE BLACK AFRICAN ASIAN THERAPY NETWORK
"A Not For Profit professional association for counsellors, which holds an Accredited Register recognised by the Professional Standards Authority."
(NCS 2020)
THE BLACK AFRICAN ASIAN THERAPY NETWORK
BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
THE BLACK AFRICAN ASIAN THERAPY NETWORK
"Home of the largest Community of Therapists of Black, African, South Asian and Caribbean Heritage in the UK." (BAATN 2019)
BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY
"Promote and develop safe, ethical and competent practice in counselling and psychotherapy" (BACP 2019)
Testimonials
MINA
STEVE
STEVE
"It was really good that my therapist considered the importance of my culture and spirituality, it helped me to feel understood"
STEVE
STEVE
STEVE
"It was a fantastic experience, the use of psycho-education in relation to my culture was really powerful. I would return and recommend you to others. Thank you"
LYDIA
STEVE
LYDIA
" Beverley has taught me how to embrace my true self by exploring a deeper understanding of my cultural heritage and how it has shaped the way I perceive my experiences. "
LING
JOELLE
LYDIA
"Talking about private things in my culture is not really something we do, but this therapy has really helped me learn how to open up and understand myself better."
JOELLE
JOELLE
JOELLE
"Thank you so much for all your help, I would have never believed that I could be the person that I am now before I met you. Words cannot describe how grateful I am to you, and how free and happy I feel ."
Amineh
JOELLE
JOELLE
"Very supportive and understanding, for the first time I really felt heard. I have also grown spiritually which is really important to me"
MIKE
RASHEEKA
MARCIA
"Therapy has helped me to grow a deeper understanding of myself and how I process my emotions, surroundings and the people in my life. This has helped me to lay a foundation to improve my self-esteem and have healthier relationships with people"
MARCIA
RASHEEKA
MARCIA
" Attending therapy after a night shift can be tough, but it's worth it. I learnt so much. i'm forever grateful."
RASHEEKA
RASHEEKA
STEPHANIE
"Being a trainee therapist in therapy can be challenging at times, but intercultural therapy is a really effective way to support my journey, especially as a Black therapist."
STEPHANIE
STEPHANIE
STEPHANIE
" Developing my cultural competence through Intercultural supervision has been really insightful."
JUDE
STEPHANIE
ASHANTI
"It's really important to be able to talk about race, racism and discrimination without fear of persecution, and feel understood without having to over explain things"
ASHANTI
STEPHANIE
ASHANTI
" A really beneficial investment; people should get therapy before they get their nails done"
Help the Cause
To help meet the needs of the wider community and those less financially able to afford private therapy, your support and contributions are greatly appreciated. Your generous donation can fund a client.
Please state MT DONATION as your reference.
Many thanks.
