“I would not describe our sessions not as an achievement, but rather a coming back to life. Simonetta helped me to see a more realistic, full picture of my childhood and how this was piloting my life. This was shattering, but also helped me to see that I can make changes now, every day, which is an incredible gift. The counselling sessions helped me to have a sense and a feeling of myself as a person and I can now see how past trauma affected me and affects me in the present moment. It helped me to gain confidence, and actively pursue people and activities that bring me joy. I feel more hopeful every day, and for the first time in my life, I cannot wait to see what life brings me in the future, with all its challenges and moments of beauty.” — Anna D.R.

“Simonetta’s presence in my life has been like a ray of sunshine breaking through the clouds on the darkest of days. Through the tears and laughter, Simonetta has been my rock, guiding me through the tumultuous waves of emotion. Together, we've built a toolbox filled with invaluable life skills, each one a testament to her unwavering support and belief in me. She has always reminded me that my achievements are my own, but I know deep down that without her guidance, I wouldn't be where I am today. Thanks to her, I've discovered a sense of peace within myself that I never thought possible. I can finally look back at that dark pool of despair from a distance, knowing that I have the strength and resilience to face whatever challenges lie ahead. Her dedication and compassion have touched my life in ways I can't even express. I am eternally grateful for her kindness, warmth, and unwavering support. She has helped me change my life in ways I could never have imagined, and for that, I will always be thankful.” — Erika Geraci

“Thanks to my sessions with Simonetta, I am feeling significantly more resilient and mentally strong. I am now able to deal confidently with things that were previously triggering anxious spells in me. I can now explain and rationally consider challenging situations and feel very well set up for the challenges of both personal and professional life. Simonetta's style is very direct, but very effective. It took me a few sessions to become comfortable with her approach, but thanks to her challenging me, I quickly became aware of what I needed to do to get the full value out of the sessions. Her approach is to challenge, but also to be thoughtful and considerate, which is an exceptional skill. This was a significant improvement on previous counselling I have had and I am exceptionally grateful for having had this opportunity to work with Simonetta.” — T.N.

“Sometimes, you need to find the right person to guide you in the right direction. And if you need someone to save you, you are in the right place.” — Malgorzata W.

“Never before have I had a therapist who I felt fully understood what I was feeling and helped me understand that. Simonetta is welcoming, caring and very professional in her work. I have learnt a lot about myself whilst seeing her and she has helped me through some very stressful times. I will always look back on my time with Simonetta and remember the massive impact she has had on me. Anyone would be lucky to have her as a therapist.” — Grace W.

“My work with Simonetta will forever be one of the most precious experiences of my life. With her, I learned to finally feel and be free. I still have bad days, but her voice is always inside my head, telling me all the valuable and vital words I need to keep on going, while still growing. She is on my mind more often than not, and her voice will be with me forever. A year prior to working with Simonetta, I wouldn’t even dare to imagine of being the woman I am today. She was there encouraging the rebirth of my true self.” — A.A.

“Simonetta was easy to talk to and very understanding. I never felt that she would judge myself or the people close to me. She seemed genuinely interested in my wellbeing and my life and appreciated all the positive steps that I have been taking, no matter how small, which was very encouraging. I also very much appreciated that she was clear about not making any assumptions or judgements about one's romantic and sexual orientation which I found very reassuring. I am very happy to have worked with Simonetta.” — Tereza V.

“I wish it was endless :) I’ve learnt a lot of tools from Simonetta’s toolbox on how to deal with many situations that are happening or may arise. I am forever grateful.” — Waed A.

“Working with Simonetta has helped me deal with deep cemented issues. Her ability to empathise, listen and advise has been greatly beneficial to my life. Therapy with her felt like a breath of fresh air and a weight being lifted off my shoulders. I'd highly recommend her to anyone.” — A.C.

“Sometimes, it is very difficult opening to a person you never met before, but I had no problem, as Simonetta is a very warm, welcoming person. She has a lot of experience, and you can see she loves her job, as she is very passionate. Every single session has been so useful and productive. I couldn’t recommend a better therapist.” — F.C.

“Simonetta has been very supportive, and I found it easy to trust her from the start and talk to her in detail about everything that bothered me - even though I'm a reserved person and not used to sharing very personal things. Simonetta has always been committed, punctual, attentive, caring and kindly supportive during our sessions, and has gently guided me through my own insights and inner work.” — Anastasia V.

“My sessions were incredibly impactful for me in enhancing my self-awareness, gaining a clearer understanding of my thoughts, feelings, and behavioural patterns, improving my emotional regulation, [and] developing coping mechanisms to handle stress, reduce anxiety and improve my mental well-being. I enjoyed every session with Simonetta. She is really incredible.” — K.K.

“It was a life-changing experience. Dr. Fucecchi helped me navigate through a challenging period of my life with love, care and sensitivity. I couldn't be more grateful.” — M.T.D.P

“I am forever grateful for this journey as it changed me and my life for the better!” — C.M.

“Simonetta enabled me to regulate emotions in relation to news from Gaza and Lebanon; voice worries related to my & my family's safety in the latter; work through the guilt of not being there; and allow myself moments of joy & carelessness.” — H.B.

“The counselling sessions have given me a much clearer understanding of where I fit – both in my professional and personal life. I've learned to set healthier boundaries, not just at work but also in my personal relationships, and to communicate my limits more effectively. This has helped me navigate interactions with greater confidence and clarity. Through these sessions, I’ve also come to see the deeper connection between my work and personal well-being, recognising how one influences the other. More importantly, I've learned to be more authentic in how I express myself – speaking up, advocating for my needs, and moving away from passivity. This shift has made a significant difference in how I approach challenges and assert myself in different situations. Overall, the support I received has been invaluable in helping me grow into my true self. It has also equipped me with the tools to manage a new chapter of my life – living in a duty station – while maintaining a healthy and productive balance, even when faced with inevitable hurdles.I think it was very useful, and I am glad I got to establish such a strong connection with Simonetta. I really enjoyed our sessions and the way she poses questions, as these discussions helped me realise things about myself that I had not otherwise considered.” — L.L.

“The sessions helped me to speak about my grief, and troubles I was facing mentally, emotionally and physically. Due to my brother's death, a lot of my habits have been and still are affected, and Simonetta helped me to look into this and address it. I am very grateful to Simonetta for patiently listening to my grief and acknowledging it. She is a trustworthy person with a lot of professional knowledge about grief, stress and their causes. Speaking to her made me work through past experiences and memories.” — S.H.