Counselling and psychotherapy

About me

Hello, I’m Mirka, the founder of Onni Therapy— a counselling and psychotherapy practice in Leicester and online. I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist with a background in psychology (BSc) and child development and learning (MSc). I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Alongside my work as a therapist, I’m also a furniture designer and have run my own design business for many years. Creativity has always been an important part of how I connect with the world—something that also informs my therapeutic work, where I value patience, attention to detail, and a deep respect for the process of growth and transformation.

In the past, I’ve supported adults dealing with a wide range of mental health challenges and trauma, often shaped by early life experiences and family dynamics—an area I’m especially passionate about. My other areas of focused interest include motherhood, trauma, gender, culture, sexuality, and the experience of otherness. These themes often bring up complex emotions and challenging questions, and I welcome the opportunity to explore them with sensitivity and openness.

As a Finnish therapist practicing in the UK, I have a deep professional and personal understanding of what it means to experience 'otherness'—the complex feeling of being foreign, caught between cultures, or navigating the world as an outsider. My practice is firmly rooted in Nordic principles and philosophies of well-being. The name Onni means happiness or contentment in Finnish, and it reflects the heart of my work: supporting you in finding more ease, clarity, and connection in your life.

I believe that life is happening here and now—and that it’s never too late to begin living more fully. If you're considering therapy, I’d be happy to hear from you. I offer a free 15-minute introductory phone call so you can see if I’m the right fit for you.