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You’ve taken a meaningful first step in exploring therapy — and I’m glad you’ve found your way here.
My name is Chanchala Patra. I offer a reflective and grounded space for you to pause, reconnect, and grow. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, navigating a life transition, or simply seeking deeper self-understanding, I’m here to walk alongside you with presence and care.
I work both online and in-person, from practices based in Clapham and Central London.
My approach is rooted in Mindfulness-Based Core Process Psychotherapy (MBCPP)—an integrative model that weaves together Western psychotherapeutic insights and Buddhist principles. Our work is shaped by awareness, curiosity, and deep respect for your pace and your story.
I offer a free initial consultation (up to 50 minutes), giving you time to explore whether this space feels right for you.
My background and interests
I am a qualified therapist registered with UKCP and BACP.
I have drawn from over 14 years experience in the mental health field supporting clients with a variety of needs.
I hold a BSc (hons) degree in Psychology, a MSc in Clinical Applications of Psychology, and a MA in Mindfulness Based Core process psychotherapy.
Having noticed the impact of birth experiences in client work, I have also pursued a specialised training on “Prenatal and Birth Experience and lifelong influences”.
I have a particular interest in working with questions around self-identity, especially during periods of transition such as relationship endings, career dissatisfaction, becoming a parent, or questioning life direction. I support clients in exploring the question of “Who am I?” and reconnecting with a more authentic sense of self.
Alongside reflection, I also work creatively—using images, symbols, and the imagination to open up new ways of relating to oneself. This process supports greater choice, deeper self-understanding, and agency.
My approach
I aim to create a safe space to support your journey at a pace that feels right for you. I am passionate about working holistically and connecting with both the mind and body. I work using a Core Process Psychotherapeutic (CPP) model to adapt to the individual needs of my clients. CPP is an integrative approach that draws on various western domains, including psychodynamic, humanistic and existential, as well as eastern practices, such as mindfulness. Bringing mindfulness, a sense of spaciousness and non-judgement, to what is enquired into, can allow a gentler way of meeting what arises.
I enjoy working alongside my clients in developing skills to communicate their needs and regulate strong emotions. Throughout my experience, I have seen how much change, healing and opportunity can come out of difficulty and enjoy holding this potential with my clients.
Working closely with people from different backgrounds, ethnicities and spectrums, I advocate and celebrate all differences— working with both the difficulty and joy in this area.
