Aristogeiton "Ari" Sotiriou

BACP · United Kingdom

Practical psychodynamic therapy with steady support

Experience

11 years

Practising in

United Kingdom

Languages

English, French, Greek

Session type

Online only

About Aristogeiton

Aristogeiton "Ari" Sotiriou welcomes people who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward. He describes a steady, empathetic presence and aims to help clients understand their emotions and daily patterns. Ari uses clear, practical language so conversations feel direct and accessible.

He practises psychodynamic therapy, which focuses on how past experiences shape current feelings and behaviours. Sessions look at recurring relationship patterns, grief, self-esteem and how stress shows up in life.

Background and approach

Ari offers a calm space to talk through difficult moments and to try new ways of responding. With 11 years of experience, Ari has worked in independent practice in London and across the United Kingdom. He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, referred to as BACP.

That background informs a reflective, relational style in sessions. He speaks English, French and Greek, and meets people via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging. International clients can also arrange sessions.

The therapy follows a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time. People usually begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling sessions. Ari aims to collaborate on clear goals and practical steps alongside deeper understanding.

Over time he helps people build more helpful ways of coping and relating to others.

What Aristogeiton works with

Primary focus

Also works with

How Aristogeiton works

Psychodynamic Therapy

Listed by Aristogeiton among the ways they work.

Sessions & fees

How psychodynamic work looks online

Psychodynamic therapy explores how earlier relationships and experiences shape present feelings. Online sessions allow clients to reflect on recurring patterns, attachment issues and long-standing emotional themes while discussing day-to-day responses. This approach can be helpful for concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and grief.

In practice, sessions are conversational and reflective. The therapist helps bring unconscious patterns into awareness and links them to current problems. Clients work together with the therapist to set goals, try new responses and notice changes between sessions, so the process stays collaborative and practical.

Online formats offer flexibility. Video calls are closest to a face-to-face meeting and are useful when visual cues matter. Phone sessions suit moments when bandwidth is limited or when a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat or text-based messaging can fit brief check-ins, written reflection and support between longer sessions. Together these options make it easier to fit therapy into work, family and travel schedules while keeping the focus on what clients want to achieve.

Session length	Typically 50 minutes
Client ages	Adults, 18 and over
Fees	Subscription via BetterHelp, cancel anytime
Insurance	Not billed directly

Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does this counsellor help with?

Areas include stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem and depression. Additional focuses cover grief, addictions, intimacy-related issues and coping with life changes.

How would you describe the therapeutic style?

The approach is psychodynamic, emphasising how past experiences influence current feelings and patterns. Sessions aim to combine insight with practical steps for everyday situations.

How much experience does the counsellor have?

He has 11 years of clinical practice, including independent practice work in London and elsewhere in the United Kingdom.

What are the recognised credentials and where is he based?

He is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, listed as BACP, and practises from the United Kingdom.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English, French and Greek. International clients may arrange appointments in these languages.

What session formats are available?

Appointments can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does the payment and cost model work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are managed through a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.

How do I start a course of therapy?

Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.