Dr Rita Squarza
With over 30 years of experience, I provide supportive, evidence-based help for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. As a qualified Counsellor, Psychotherapist, and Life Coach, I offer practical tools and bespoke, culturally sensitive support tailored to your unique experiences, helping you feel more confident, balanced, and supported throughout university life.
Available formats: In Person, Online
Location: Coventry and Leamington Spa
Languages: English, Italian
Contact this Therapist
Email Address: rita.squarza@me.com
Please email the Therapist using your university email address and ensure you mention Pairwel
Book a complimentary 15-minute introductory video call by email.
- Over 30 years of international clinical experience
- Specialised in anxiety, stress, and emotional regulation
- Highly qualified integrative therapeutic approach
- Extensive experience working with young people and university students
- Strong focus on mental and somatic wellbeing, stress management, and emotional regulation
About Dr Rita
Having worked with university students across different countries for many years, I understand the wide range of emotional, academic, and personal challenges that university life can bring.
My approach is warm, practical, collaborative, and non-judgemental. I believe that every person is unique, so therapy is always tailored to the individual’s needs, experiences, culture, and personal goals. I offer a supportive and confidential space for student mental health and wellbeing, where students can feel genuinely heard while developing healthier coping strategies, resilience, confidence, and self-awareness.
I aim to help students feel more emotionally balanced, supported, and better equipped to manage the pressures and uncertainties of university life.
" I thought I could handle everything on my own, but sometimes we genuinely need help, and it’s important not to wait until things get worse. Working with Dr Rita helped me discover strengths and inner resources I didn’t know I had. I’m truly grateful for the work we did together. I believe everyone could benefit from therapy to better understand themselves, and with Dr Rita the whole process felt natural and smooth. "
- Former Client
Therapy specialisms
Anxiety
Stress & Panic Attacks
Academic Pressure & Burnout
Social Anxiety & Confidence
Imposter Syndrome
Overthinking & Emotional Regulation
Relationships & Emotional Difficulties
Self-Esteem & Identity
Student Wellbeing & Life Transitions
Student pricing
Pairwel student rate: £65 (50min)
Standard session rate: £100 (50 min)
Additional Links
Availability
In-Person Sessions on Weekdays
Flexible Online Sessions
Evening Appointments Available on Request
Short- and Long-Term Therapy
Single Session Therapy for Immediate Support
Coaching & Emotional Wellbeing Support
What Happens Next
When you send an enquiry, you’ll open a direct conversation with this therapist to discuss your needs, availability, and session details. You won’t be charged until a session is confirmed.
Take the first step in your personal development. Your enquiry is free!
Reviews
University student
I struggled with social anxiety for years and university made it even harder. I constantly worried about being judged and avoided situations that made me uncomfortable. Dr Rita created a calm and safe space where I finally felt understood. Therapy helped me become more confident, less self-critical, and more comfortable around other people and with myself. I thank Dr Rita from the bottom of my heart.
University student
I was struggling with body image and obsessive thoughts about my appearance. I felt ashamed talking about it at first, but Dr Rita was incredibly kind, professional, and non-judgemental. Therapy helped me reduce the anxiety and self-criticism I was experiencing every day and slowly build a healthier relationship with myself.
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