About me
About me
Nice to meet you,
I’m Jamie Irena
An award-winning psychotherapist, clinical hypnotherapist, and certified parent & adolescent coach.
I’m based on the beautiful island of Bali, where I work with individuals and families across the globe. My approach weaves together evidence-based techniques with deep intuitive understanding—creating a safe, grounded space for transformation, healing, and growth.
For over a decade, I’ve supported people of all ages to overcome anxiety, heal generational and personal trauma, and step into lives that feel more aligned, authentic, and free. I’m especially passionate about guiding clients through emotional stuckness, helping them reconnect with their own inner wisdom, and empowering them to rewrite the stories they’ve been carrying.
My work is rooted in compassion, self-awareness, and the belief that each person has the capacity to heal, evolve, and thrive. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, struggling with self-doubt, or looking to deepen your relationships, I’m here to walk beside you with clarity, presence, and care.
Let’s explore what’s possible—together.
The Path to Growth and Connection
Fully embracing self-acceptance is the ultimate catalyst for unstoppable personal growth and deep, meaningful connections. By opening your mind to yourself and those around you, you cultivate an unshakable foundation of empathy and understanding. Your past may shape you, but it will never define you—breaking free from its grip is a bold act of self-empowerment. When you commit to lifelong learning and self-awareness, you unlock limitless potential, navigate life’s challenges with unwavering confidence, and step into the unstoppable force you were always meant to be.
Personal Belief
Embrace an open mind toward yourself and others. The more you accept yourself, the more you’ll find acceptance for those around you.
Life lesson
Stay open-minded with yourself and others. Self-acceptance unlocks acceptance for those around you.
Most proud of
Accepting my past as it is—without letting it define who I am or who I become.
One advice
Keep learning and discovering yourself daily—knowledge is power, so invest in yourself.
My background and qualifications
I’m a therapist with a twist, combining integrative therapy, neuroscience, and coaching to create a tailored approach for each client.
My journey began with an MSc in Neuroscience at King’s College London, leading me to a Postgraduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Coaching at the University of East London.
I later trained in Gottman Couples Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and advanced neuroscience-based anxiety treatment.
Blending science with therapy, I help clients understand their minds, break patterns, and create lasting change.
FAQ
In addition to my therapeutic work, I frequently contribute articles to various media outlets, including Metro, The Independent, VeryWell Mind, Bustle, and Dazed. My passion for writing extends to my blog, where I aim to demystify therapy and mental health, making these topics more accessible to everyone.
Outside of writing and client sessions, I manage a popular Instagram channel with over 250k followers. There, I share self-healing tips, practical tools, and engage with my audience through Q&As, fostering a supportive and informative online community.
Psychotherapy and coaching training
- MSc in Neuroscience – King’s College London
- Postgraduate Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Coaching – University of East London
- Gottman’s Clinical Training in Couples Therapy – The Gottman Institute
- Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Training
⦿ Trauma-Informed Counselling - Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Certification Training
- Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) for Attachment Trauma
- Advanced Training in Treating Anxiety Using Neuroscience and Integrative Therapy
I take my continuous professional development seriously and regularly attend additional trainings to keep my knowledge and practice updated. Some of the trainings include:
- Emotional Neglect and the Adult in Trauma Therapy
- Shame and Identity
- Managing Monogamism: Polyamory Aware Therapy Practices
- Treating Affairs and Healing Relationship Trauma
- Navigating Intimacy Issues
- Healing Attachment Wounds
- Trauma-based Anxiety
- Trauma and Expressive Arts Therapy
- Internalised Oppression
- Working with Gender, Sex and Relationship Diversities (GSRD)
Supervision training
- Advanced Certificate in Clinical Supervision
- Clinical Supervision Mastery Course
- Clinical Supervision: Providing Effective Supervision, Navigating Ethical Issues and Managing Risk
- Culturally Responsive and Trauma-Informed Clinical Supervision
- The Queer 7-Eyed Model of Supervision
Totalling 220+ hours of training in supervision.