Ruby Chong
Psychotherapist
From £85 per session
Free to use • Takes less than five minutes • Personalised recommendations
Everyone has a body image, which is essentially defined as what we think we look like. A person’s body image is created through a combination of their personal life experiences and external influencers, like culture and society. It is not at all uncommon to feel dissatisfied with your appearance occasionally.
However, some body images issues, like body dysmorphic disorder, are more serious and can interfere with your daily life. Developing a positive body image can significantly improve your happiness. If you are experiencing excessive concern about a perceived physical defect, you may benefit from counseling. A mental health professional can be helpful in dealing with normal, negative body image feelings as well as specific body disorders.
Psychotherapist
From £85 per session
Psychotherapist
From £85 per session
I am a bilingual integrative psychotherapist, providing sessions in English, Cantonese or Mandarin. My aim is to gently support and help you feel more grounded in who you are, with more self-worth, more self-compassion, and less guilt when you take up space. You deserve to know your emotions matter, and that being different doesn’t make you unlovable.
client-led approach
combine different therapeutic theories and technique to tailor the process to your unique needs
emphasis on therapeutic alliance
In my practice, I draw from person-centred, attachment, and humanistic theories. This blend helps us explore your past, understand how it has shaped you, and recognise how those patterns show up in your adult life.
Counselling Psychologist
From £120 per session
Counselling Psychologist
From £120 per session
My name is Marton Kara and I hold a master's degree in psychology, a post-graduate degree in Hypnotherapy and a PGDip in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy - DBT. I work as a HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist, an SfDBT accredited DBT Therapist, Hypnotherapist and Systemic Facilitator.
I offer hypnotherapy, talk therapy, individual DBT and counselling in English and in Hungarian online and in my offices in CHISWICK and WIMBLEDON, London.
I have been an active psychologist since 2016, having held a voluntary post in oncology for four years providing supportive therapy in a team of professionals. Later on, I began working with patients on an adult psychiatric intensive care unit (PICU) and in acute inpatient care services experiencing severe and enduring mental health difficulties such as psychosis or bipolar disorder. I have also been working with people experiencing emotional and relational difficulties in the community. as well as with refugees in the field of mental health. I have also been working closely with an Autism Team in the NHS, providing support for people on the spectrum. I have extensive experience in the management of common mental health problems such as chronic stress, bereavement, emotional difficulties, trauma, impulsivity control, anxiety, adjustment disorder, sleep disorder, pain management, and recovering from serious illnesses. I am also interested in spirituality and hold an open mind for such practices.
My continuous professional development has included 280 hours of Hypnotherapy Training, 270 hours of Psychodrama Training, 300 hours of personal therapy in Hypnotherapy and Existential Therapy and more than 200 hours of Systemic and Family Constellation Therapy.
My goal as a therapist is to work together with you in your own pace to discover your own internal resources for personal growth to help you understand yourself better and lead a more fulfilling, emotionally balanced life. I consider my therapeutic approach integrative, based on humanistic principles with a strong emphasis on the importance of the therapeutic relationship and a systemic approach. I tend to think of each person I work with as a unique and irreplaceable mosaic-pattern puzzle thus I treat them with great care and respect. My main area of expertise is hypnotherapy, but I also use elements of cognitive-behavioural therapy, DBT and psychodrama. I feel most comfortable incorporating dreams, imagery, symbols, and other unconscious material in my therapeutic work, but can be rather rational and goal-oriented depending on what I feel would help you the most. I am also interested in spirituality and have had training in shamanic practices at The Foundation for Shamanic Studies Europe.
Laura Smart MBACP MNCPS.Accred
From £125 per session
Laura Smart MBACP MNCPS.Accred
From £125 per session
I’m Laura Smart, a qualified Trauma-Informed Practitioner and experienced therapist offering evidence-based support through counselling and therapy.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, meaning I tailor therapy to your unique needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. I draw on a range of evidence-based therapeutic models, including Gestalt therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, inner child therapy and Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy, alongside other approaches and methods where appropriate. By tailoring therapy and my therapeutic and psychoeducational programmes to you, we can work in a way that best supports your goals and experiences in a safe, non-judgmental space for healing and personal growth.
I work transparently and do not believe that counselling is about ‘fixing’ something; rather, it is a collaborative process to explore and find a way forward in life. The therapeutic relationship has transformative power.
I am trained in and influenced by several approaches to therapy such as Gestalt (working with the whole- body, mind and spirit), CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), REBT (Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy), Inner Child Therapy, Release Therapy, Mindfulness and Hypnotherapy. I am familiar with and use the 12 Steps and SMART Recovery models where appropriate when working with addictions.
The areas I work with include:
addictions (substance abuse and alcoholism, food, behaviour, internet, social media, gambling, shopping, relationships, sex, porn, hoarding, work).
aftercare sessions for groups, individuals, couples and families leaving rehab and treatment.
stress, anxiety and general mental health and well-being
anger management
trauma and abuse (sexual, emotional, psychological, physical, spiritual/religious)
couples counselling, codependency, trauma bonding, and relationship difficulties
inner child therapy
emotional energy release
I work with a diverse range of clients, long and short-term, to explore and identify unresolved childhood experiences now resulting in unhealthy behaviours and patterns that are painful, destructive and impacting the present.
In a non-judgmental approach, I will work with you to explore what is troubling you and how you can work through the things you may be experiencing as challenging. My approach is caring and effective and I enjoy helping you get your desired results. I will support you in reaching your goal in the shortest time possible to produce long-lasting change that gets to the root of the issues you’re experiencing. Together we will explore how your thinking, attitudes, beliefs, opinions and behaviours were formed, how they affect your emotions, actions, lives and happiness and how changing them can help you feel better and achieve more.
Dr
From £120 per session
Dr
From £120 per session
I am a qualified counselling psychologist and an accredited member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and Health Care Professions Council (HCPC). I have worked in NHS mental health services over the past ten years with people struggling with depression, low mood, anxiety disorders, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, loss, work related stress and other difficulties. I have helped people with more complex, long and enduring problems such as chronic depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, emotional intensity and mood instability.There are many reasons why people seek psychological support, perhaps you feel stuck in one or more areas of your life or you have noticed unhelpful and hurtful patterns of thinking and behaviour, and would like this to be different. You may want to better understand where these patterns come from and how they can be different. Often life can ‘look good on paper’ and yet you still feel unhappy or that something is lacking in your life. In therapy we can explore what might be underlying a sense of discontent or unease. Once issues are brought to our attention we can more easily make sense of what is going on, in order to think about how things can change. I offer a safe space in which we can think together about what is happening and bring a new perspective to your difficulties and begin formulating a way forward. Psychological research consistently demonstrates that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is the primary indicator of positive outcome of therapy. I aim to develop warm collaborative relationships based on respect, curiosity and acceptance.
Psychological Therapy
There are a wide variety of therapeutic approaches and treatment models and at times this choice might feel confusing. I am including a brief explanation but we can discuss this further to identify what might be most helpful for you.
Integrative Counselling Psychology
Integrative counselling psychology draws on humanistic, psychodynamic and cognitive models to focus on a person’s meaning making of their subjective experience. My integrative approach acknowledges the inherent difficulties but also the ever-present potential for growth and development in the human experience. It also allows therapy to be more flexible and inclusive according to an individual’s particular difficulties and therapeutic goals. This approach caters to both those who are interested in exploring the impact of past experiences on present ways of thinking and feeling whilst others may be after a more pragmatic set of skills to better manage those difficulties.
Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT)
Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) is a time-limited, structured psychotherapy, with a growing evidence base in its effectiveness of treating depression. Typically it is delivered over 16 weekly sessions. It aims to help clarify the connection between presenting symptoms and what is happening in relationships by identifying a core repetitive pattern of relating that can be traced back to childhood. Once this pattern is identified, it will be used to make sense of difficulties in relationships in the here-and-now that could be contributing to psychological stress.
3rd Wave Cognitive Behavioral Therapies
3rd wave CBT extends the traditional cognitive behavioural theories that thinking, feeling and behaviour are all active contributors to low mood and anxiety, which can be resolved by changing what we do, think or feel. 3rd wave CBT draws on neurological research, decades on evolving psychological practice as well as ancient concepts such as compassion and mindfulness to develop a new way of working. This approach focuses less on the content of thoughts and pays more attention to the context, process and function of these internal experiences. 3rd wave CBT can offer more pragmatic skills and strategies to support different ways of responding to psychological pain and distress. This type of therapy may be useful for people suffering from low mood, anxiety, high expectations of themselves, or a tendency to ‘over think’.
Relationship Counselling and Couples Therapy
Relationships are vital for us as humans and when they go wrong this can cause a great deal of distress. Attending sessions together to focus on the couple can be an opportunity to consider what might be happening between the two partners. The sessions are an opportunity to safely explore areas of concern and allow partners to communicate with one another to identify and begin to understand underlying conflicts. Due to the complex nature of relationships people may find themselves responding to difficulties they may have had in their past as well as current challenges and this is useful to think about as a couple. As in individual therapy, couples may enter into therapyas a result of a crisis as well as at times of feeling stuck or simply a desire to improve the quality of the relationship.
Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
I am a qualified psychotherapist with six years’ experience working with adults, children and teenagers. I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood and supported.
Over the course of my career, I have worked with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including trauma and PTSD, anxiety, low mood, work-related stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, self-harm, and challenges within friendships and family relationships.
For the past four years, I have worked within the charity sector supporting teenagers who have experienced sexual abuse. This experience has given me a particular understanding of the impact that trauma can have on emotional wellbeing, relationships and a person’s sense of self.
I believe that seeking therapy can be an important step towards understanding yourself, making sense of difficult experiences and creating meaningful change. My aim is to work collaboratively with you, at a pace that feels right for you, and to provide a space where you can explore what is happening without fear of judgement.
I am an integrative therapist, which means I draw on different therapeutic approaches and tailor my way of working to your individual needs, experiences and goals. I believe there is no single approach that works for everyone, and therapy should be shaped around you as an individual.
I aim to create a safe, supportive and non-judgemental environment where you can feel comfortable exploring difficult thoughts, feelings and experiences. We can work together to develop a better understanding of what you are experiencing, explore patterns that may be affecting you, and consider ways of moving forward.
My experience includes working with trauma and PTSD, anxiety, low mood, work-related stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, family and friendship issues, and self-harm. I also have particular experience supporting teenagers who have experienced sexual abuse.
I work collaboratively and at a pace that feels manageable for you. Whether you are dealing with something that has happened recently, carrying the impact of past experiences, or simply feeling stuck or overwhelmed, I will work with you to understand your needs and identify what may help.
Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist
From £92 per session
Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist
From £92 per session
I am a qualified Psychotherapist which I combine with skills and knowledge acquired from many years working internationally where I was involved in resolving issues that impact the human condition including social, political & economic justice. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and abide by their ethical code. I am a member of BAATN, the Black, African & Asian Therapy Network. As part of CPD, I've trained in trauma work, identity, OCD and bereavement.
At times you may feel overwhelmed by conflicting emotions and thoughts about many areas in your life or perhaps you are struggling with a particular issue. Whatever concerns you, I empower and support you through compassionate and attentive listening to identify and meet your needs. I am experienced at supporting people on a variety of issues including relationship difficulties, family dynamics, work stress, anxiety, and depression. Recently, I have supported many clients with issues around identity stemming from multi/dual heritage backgrounds.
Using an integrative approach which combines psychodynamic and humanistic models, and employs techniques from Gestalt, Transactional Analysis and object-relations theories, I am able to provide a positive space for you to explore issues in confidence. I believe in the overriding power of you, the client to resolve issues and flourish through empathic and authentic support from me, your therapist.
UKCP Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
UKCP Accredited Integrative Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
I am an experienced and qualified integrative psychotherapist and counsellor with 25 years of experience working with various challenges including, depression, anxiety, early childhood trauma, anxiety, anger, loneliness, guilt and relationship difficulties. I also specialise in working with clients who have been diagnosed with ADHD/ ASD and other neurodivergent presentations. I work with children, adolescents and adults.
I value a collaborative relationship with my clients and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques, along with various modalities including psychodynamic, humanistic practices, solution focused and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I work at your pace and will not push you to talk about things you are not ready to talk about. I work differently depending on your needs as I believe that everyone relates differently to therapy and in telling their story.
Integrative Arts Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
Integrative Arts Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
My name is Dawn (she / they) & I am a social activist art therapist providing arts psychotherapy & sex positive therapy to adults in West & Southwest London.
At the heart of my therapeutic work, I am grounded in integrative & humanistic theoretical approaches, & specialise in working in a trauma-informed way with individuals with complex presentations & trauma.
The majority of my work is with marginalized & stigmatized individuals / communities (forensic mental health, LGBTIA+ & sex workers).
The aim for therapy is to co-create a space, where you can be your authentic self by feeling seen, heard & understood - no matter the issue or theme you bring, finding ways to empower yourself in your life.
ARTS PSYCHOTHERAPY
The arts are an alternative approach to traditional talking therapy & can provide a deeper insight when it is hard to find the words for your experiences & feelings.
In my sessions, the seven art forms are available for you;
* Art
* Drama / Puppetry
* Sculpture / Clay
* Poetry
* Sand-play
* Music
* Bodywork / Movement
No previous experience or artistic skill with the arts are needed.
As first, the arts might feel weird to use to communicate your needs. To help familiarise yourself with the art materials, I will gently guide you to different media to find the most fitting way to explore your inner & outer world.
SEX POSITIVE THERAPY
In additional to my art psychotherapy approach, I also provide sex-positive therapy & work with sexual problems.
Using a bio-psycho-social theoretical model, I can provide supportive therapeutic interventions to the following areas;
* Gender, Sexual & Relationship Diversity (GSRD)
* Queer sex
* Kink, Fetish and BDSM practices
I can also combine my art psychotherapy practice to provide artistic ways to explore the above areas.
SEX WORKER FRIENDLY THERAPIST
I fully support sex worker rights, safety & decriminalisation of sex work. I provide low-cost therapy to sex workers (short/long term).
NUM packages (x6 funded therapy sessions) with me are available via the National Ugly Mugs website > mental health support > contact casework team.
SOCIAL ACTIVIST THERAPIST
Therapy is political & I do not shy away from social topics in therapy. I recognise the collective distress from global injustices, capitalism, mental health issues, social & cultural oppression may affect you in many areas of your life.
I believe therapy is a great way to explore feelings about your own social injustices, by finding ways to resource yourself and manage the discomfort / hardships this may bring. Through this exploration you may find ethical & creative ways to express this outside the therapy room too.
Psychodynamic Therapist / Counsellor
From £90 per session
Psychodynamic Therapist / Counsellor
From £90 per session
I am a psychodynamically trained therapist. My professional journey has been rich and varied, spanning a career as a Commercial Solicitor and an Executive Director in the not-for-profit sector.
Like many, I have navigated my own life challenges and therapy has been a profound tool in helping me live more intentionally, making choices that align with who I truly am. This personal experience fuels my passion for helping others do the same.
I offer a safe, supportive and non judgmental space, where we will build a trusting relationship to explore what has brought you to therapy. Together, we will unpack your thoughts and feelings, gaining insight into how they shape your decisions and influence the way you live your life.
As a psychodynamic therapist, I believe that many of the struggles we face stem from early experiences that shape how we see ourselves, others and the world. These unconscious patterns can limit our potential and make life's inevitable challenges at times feel overwhelming.
In our work together we will look at those early experiences to understand how past relationships and patterns may have shaped your ways of thinking, feeling and protecting yourself. Sometimes, these early coping strategies no longer serve us well in adult life, especially in our personal and professional relationships.
I won't offer advice or solutions, but I will listen deeply, provide insights and gently challenge certain patterns of thought when appropriate. The goal is to help you reflect on whether these long held ways of being still support you, or whether they may be limiting your potential, by keeping you stuck.
Therapy can be challenging and at times painful, as we work through and process past hurts and difficult emotions. However, the process of becoming more self-aware, of living a conscious, intentional life rather than reacting to old patterns, can be deeply rewarding.
Our work together will be collaborative. In this space, all parts of you can be explored with curiosity and care. Healing past wounds and gaining clarity and agency, can open the door to you creating a more fulfilling, considered, self-compassionate and authentic life.
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
From £75 per session
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
From £75 per session
Hi, I'm Iona, an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist based in South West London. I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, understood and accepted. I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I tailor therapy to your individual needs, drawing from person-centred, psychodynamic and CBT-informed approaches. Together, we'll build a trusting relationship where you feel safe to explore what's on your mind.
GMBPsS registered Psychologist/Therapist/ BANT CNHC Nutritional Therapist/ CMA Sound and gong bath practitioner
From £90 per session
GMBPsS registered Psychologist/Therapist/ BANT CNHC Nutritional Therapist/ CMA Sound and gong bath practitioner
From £90 per session
I'm 39 years old, originally from Portugal but a Londoner for 16 years now.
I identify as a holistic practitioner that is passionate about the mind-body connection and everything that is related with movement, sound and arts.
I'm a very practical person, with an optimistic outlook towards life and a genuine enthusiasm to create value in people's lives and society.
My therapeutic blends evidenced based approaches and techniques such as CBT, ACT, CFT, DBT, IFS and Mindfulness.
Whenever appropriate Nutrition and Lifestyle Preventive Medicine may also be integrated as part our journey together.
I work with people using a framework of goals and values, focusing on what is important for you right now. I also work on helping you developing day to day emotional resilience and intelligence, self-compassion and growth mindset tools that can support in navigating life and today's world.
My sessions are dynamic and interactive, a combination of active listening but also reflection and practical exercises. Expect serious moments but also laughter and a genuine interest in getting to know you deeply.
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
From £90 per session
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
From £90 per session
People often come to me when the way they've been living stops working quietly. From the outside things may look fine, even enviable; inside there is anxiety that arrives at 3am, a flatness that won't lift, or a sense that the life you built and the person you are have drifted apart. I work with capable, high-functioning adults: the ones who hold demanding lives together, who others lean on, and who rarely show what it costs them. I see clients in Clapham, near Bank in the City of London, and online, and sessions can be held entirely in English, French or Italian. We begin with a free 20-minute call, with no obligation, so you can get a sense of me and how I work. You can read more at innerspacetherapy.co.uk.
I work integratively, shaping the approach around you rather than fitting you to a method, and the relationship between us always comes first; research consistently finds it to be one of the strongest predictors of how well therapy works. Alongside it, I pay close attention to what happens as we talk, in the room and in the body, and, where it helps, we trace a pattern back to where it began, so that what feels like a personal failing starts to make sense as something learned, and something that can be unlearned. There is no set programme and no fixed number of sessions; we review the work openly as we go. I most often work with anxiety and burnout, low self-esteem, OCD and intrusive thoughts, adult ADHD, relationships, disordered eating, and women's health.
Counsellor
From £70 per session
Counsellor
From £70 per session
Finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is deeply personal. I believe that feeling safe, seen, heard and accepted can be an important part of meaningful change.
I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and a Registered Member of the BACP. I work relationally and integratively, which means that rather than following one fixed way of working, I draw on different therapeutic perspectives while keeping you and your individual experience at the centre of the work.
My approach is relational, collaborative and individual to you.
I offer a space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, relationships and experiences without feeling that you need to present yourself in a particular way. I will listen carefully to what you bring while also being curious about patterns, relationships and experiences that may help us understand what is happening for you.
As an integrative counsellor, my training allows me to draw from different therapeutic approaches depending on your needs. My work is influenced particularly by relational and attachment-informed thinking, alongside an awareness of the impact that trauma, environment and neurodivergence can have on the way we experience ourselves and the world.
For me, therapy is not about telling you what to do or deciding what something means for you. It is something we explore together, at a pace that feels manageable and meaningful to you.
I work with both present-day difficulties and experiences from the past, including situations where you may simply have a sense that something does not feel right but find it difficult to put into words.
Integrative Therapist
From £85 per session
Integrative Therapist
From £85 per session
I am a fully qualified Integrative Therapist & Counsellor, and an accredited member of the British Association For Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). This means that I adhere to the BACP’s ethical framework, therefore ethical principles, values and good practice standards are at the core of my practice.
My clients are central to the work that I do and it is my desire to help others in healing and feeling fulfilled in their lives that provided my pathway to becoming a therapist. I believe in recognising and facilitating wholeness in my work with individuals and so tailor my approach to individual needs. I always aim to offer an empathetic, non-judgmental space in which you can feel safe to bring or discover your authentic self.
I am an Integrative Therapist, which means that I often utilise many different ways of working with clients, although most importantly, I recognise the significance of the relationship between client and therapist in facilitating growth and healing. I believe that the human connection offered in therapeutic spaces holds the ability to enable change.
Therapy has the capacity to be as unique as the individuals who seek it. I do not operate with a ‘one size fits all’ approach and whilst I draw upon my knowledge of research and contemporary therapeutic studies, I do not attempt to manipulate and squeeze my clients into said models. I always aim to truly see the person in the therapeutic space.
I work with a broad range of clients and content, aiming to make the sessions that I offer as accessible as possible.
Clinical Psychologist
From £130 per session
Clinical Psychologist
From £130 per session
I am an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist working at The Chelsea Psychology Clinic and the founder of the Home Space | Hampstead Psychology Clinic in London.
I completed my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at King’s College London and also hold an MSc in Clinical Mental Health Sciences and a Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Interventions from University College London, as well as a BSc in Psychology from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
I have trained to work across the lifespan and with the full range of mental health difficulties. I have supported adults, children, and young people with problems such as anxiety, depression, complex trauma, personality disorders, psychosomatic symptoms, work stress, and issues related to neurodevelopmental conditions such as ADHD. My particular interests include working with complex trauma, relational difficulties, psychosomatic symptoms, and the challenges of migration, cultural transitions, and abusive relationships.
I offer therapy in both English and Greek, face to face in London and online, worldwide.
You can have a look at my website here: https://www.drmarizastagaki.com/
Although I am a Clinical Psychologist, above all, I am human. And as a fellow human, when you come into the room with me, I will sit with you and listen to your experiences. I am deeply curious about how your unique story unfolds over time, not just your symptoms or diagnosis. I won’t rush you. Things take time, life is full of ups and downs, and I want to walk next to you in this journey.
I believe that a new therapy needs to be created for every human being. I work integratively, tailoring my approach to what you need and what feels right for you. I often ask what you prefer, because I believe that therapy should be something we build together, something that truly fits you.
I draw on a range of therapeutic models, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused Psychotherapy, Systemic and Family Therapy, as well as body-based approaches such as Embodied Psychotherapy and Dance Movement Therapy.
My approach is integrative and relational, with a focus on how past experiences, relationship patterns, and embodied processes shape present difficulties.
Based on your needs, I can offer a range of evidence-based techniques and tools, but I also provide something beyond that; a space for understanding yourself and your experiences. Therapy, to me, is not only about alleviating symptoms, but about listening to what those symptoms may be trying to communicate, so you can begin to live the life you truly want for yourself.
I offer a space that gives permission for feelings to be felt; for sadness, anger, fear, or guilt to surface in as much safety as possible. A space where the dark box of feelings can be opened, and where, in time, you may come to see that it was never as dark as it once seemed.
Psychotherapist
From £70 per session
Psychotherapist
From £70 per session
My name is Arezoo, though most people know me as Ozzy. I believe that everyone deserves a space where they feel heard, understood, and accepted without judgement. My aim is to offer a calm, compassionate environment where you can speak openly, make sense of what you're going through, and move towards a life that feels more meaningful and fulfilling, at a pace that feels right for you.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and integrative, drawing on a range of evidence based therapeutic models to meet your individual needs rather than expecting you to fit one approach. I believe therapy is not about giving advice or telling you what to do, but about helping you understand yourself more deeply, discover your own strengths, and make lasting changes with confidence and self compassion.
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist & Counsellor
From £90 per session
Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist & Counsellor
From £90 per session
I am a registered and accredited BACP Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist and Counsellor (PGdip), trained with the University of East London and the UK’s leading Children’s mental health charity-Place2Be. I have extensive experience supporting children and young people from diverse backgrounds and with complex needs, including SEND.
I currently work in an Ofsted-rated outstanding school in South West London, where I hold the role of Supervising Counsellor as well as being a staff counsellor at Harrow Boarding School.
In my free time, I love walking with my dog, going to the gym, playing tennis, spending time with friends and family.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in creating a warm, safe, and accepting environment where children and young people feel able to be heard and themselves. I use creative techniques to help clients feel comfortable and supported in expressing emotions that may be difficult to articulate. Alongside my integrative core training, I have additional training in Solution-focused therapy, Motivational interviewing, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), tailored specifically for young people.
I believe that through a trusting therapeutic relationship, children and adolescents can develop confidence, resilience and self-belief, enabling them to move forward and flourish in an ever-changing world.
MBACP
From £100 per session
MBACP
From £100 per session
I am passionate about enable communities across London to access therapy and gaining a chance towards seeking mental health care. My interests range from reading and cooking to learning something new in the here and now. Life is a work in progress and one can never stop discovering what our environment offers.
I have clinical experience working with presenting issues in clients such as Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Low-Self esteem, LGBTQI+ related issues, Suicidal ideations/Self-Harm, Sexuality, Relationship issues, amongst others. Diversity in clients is something I hold dear and embrace. Diversity in ethnicity, sexual orientation, identity, personality, experiences, gender, to name a few, is something I experience in my clinical practice, and really makes work exciting and stimulating. I welcome my clients to a safe, congruent and non-judgemental space and enter their world, and they will always be heard and understood unconditionally.
Childhood experiences shape a person's inner and outer world, and are crucial for who they are in the present day. Based on this, I work psychodynamically to allow us to explore these formative years on a person-centred level. I approach each client "integratively", meaning I deliver my therapy based on their unique personalities, needs and experiences.
Psychotherapist
From £120 per session
Psychotherapist
From £120 per session
I first became interested in working in this area when I met someone on a bridge who was contemplating jumping into the Thames. I realised the value of being with another person and listening. Following this, I joined the Samaritans and worked for 12 years as a volunteer, listening to the suicidal and depressed and supporting them. Many years later, I now offer counselling and psychotherapy online, by email and in person. Most people experience a life crisis at some point. Often, these experiences, and the feelings that come from them, are overwhelming and very isolating. Friends and family might not always be the best people to talk these things through with, especially if we find our feelings embarrassing. That‘s when non-judgemental and supportive counselling or psychotherapy can be very helpful. My aim is to be open, fair and to give everyone an equal service, respecting difference and diversity. I am eager and open to discuss any adjustments you may need. Life has it's ups and downs and I believe that there is no shame in saying that you need help with emotional difficulties. I've had to overcome life crises of my own and these experiences help me to empathise with other people’s struggles.
Having worked for over a decade with people suffering from depression and mental health problems, I will not judge how you are feeling. It is very important to me that you can explore your difficulties in a trusting environment, and so our relationship is at the heart of everything I offer as a therapist. I am a warm person and want you to experience therapy as a safe, confidential and non-judgemental place to explore life’s difficulties and challenges. Mine is an experienced listening ear and I offer you a supportive approach. I work with individuals on an open-ended basis as a psychotherapist or for an agreed time period as a counsellor, with the aim of enabling you to enhance your life and to live it more fully. By looking at our unconscious thoughts, dreams and behaviour, we can gradually develop insight and stop repeating the things that hold us back from being all we can be. I have worked in private business and management for over twenty years. I understand the pressures and stresses that juggling work and home life can bring. Having worked for over a decade in a voluntary capacity with people suffering from depression and mental health problems, I will not judge how you are feeling. You do not have to have mental health issues to enter counselling and psychotherapy. My own experience is that we can all benefit from understanding ourselves better. Although not a Buddhist, I practice meditation, breathing exercises and mindfulness. I specialise in working with people who have had exceptional or unusual experiences, that are often hard to talk about with other people These experiences are far more common than is thought, and nothing to be worried about. Sometimes, people need to integrate these experiences into the rest of their life and make meaning of them. This is where I can support you. These experiences may include out-of-body experiences (OBEs), near-death experiences (NDEs), a feeling that you know something before it happens, or seeing or meeting someone who has died. I also take private healthcare insurance referrals please enquire.
Psychotherapist
From £75 per session
Psychotherapist
From £75 per session
It can be hard to know where to start when life feels overwhelming. I’m Felicity, and I believe meaningful change begins in a relationship where you feel truly heard and accepted. My therapeutic approach is person-centred. I trust in people’s capacity to make sense of their experiences when met with empathy and acceptance. I am curious about how you experience your life and attentive to what unfolds between us. Whatever brings you to therapy, I will meet you as you are. I have experience in working with times of transition, particularly moments when life shifts, whether expected or unexpected. This might include experiences of grief or loss, becoming a parent, changes in identity, relationships beginning or ending, or periods of uncertainty about direction or purpose. I am registered with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) as a psychotherapist in the final stages of training. I currently have online availability on Tuesday afternoons. Please reach out if you would like to discuss starting therapy!
My website: www.felicitybrookpsychotherapy.co.uk
My sessions offer a warm, supportive space where you can bring whatever feels most present for you. Some people arrive with clear concerns; others begin with a sense that something isn’t quite right. Both are welcome.
The therapy room is a space to speak freely and at your own pace. I aim to support you in understanding your experiences.
Over time, the work we do together might open up new ways of understanding yourself. This deepening awareness can bring about change in many areas of life, from internal beliefs and self-perception to relationships and everyday decisions. Clients often experience more ease in trusting their own sense of what matters, feeling less shaped by others’ expectations and more able to respond to life with compassion and inner strength.
RTT Therapist & Coach
From £100 per session
RTT Therapist & Coach
From £100 per session
I have worked within the creative industries all my adult life, in the fast paced corporate side of this world, whilst raising 3 children. I am a survivor of domestic abuse. So I really do understand burnout and overwhelm on every level.
Having put in all my energies to my work, relationship, children and surviving abuse, I was never able to prioritise myself or ever feel I was enough. I did not look after myself on any level. It has been an exhausting and painful journey, but to a new and prosperous life, where I have learnt to thrive and understood my strength and capabilities.
I want to share that gift with you, and help you reach your potential, to enhance your resilience and live your best life free from anxiety, physical and emotional constraints and limiting beliefs.
Elevate your goals and potential and thrive in every area of your life. Everything you want is available to you.
I use a combination of Psychotherapy, Hypnotherapy, Neuro-linguistic programming and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to bring rapid outcomes and resolution for an issue often in just a few sessions. My coaching programmes run alongside this if a client chooses this type of approach instead of just the therapy itself. And we decide on the goals for the time period and I devise a coaching programme around this to successfully achieve this desired outcomes.
Psychotherapist | Hypnotherapist | Coach
From £85 per session
Psychotherapist | Hypnotherapist | Coach
From £85 per session
Hi, I’m Louise, a psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, coach and wellbeing practitioner with over 16 years’ experience supporting people through life’s challenges, helping them to feel lighter, calmer, clearer and more in control.
My approach is warm, collaborative and tailored to you as an individual. I don’t believe therapy should be a one-size-fits-all process; together we explore your experiences, thoughts, feelings, patterns and goals to understand what you need and what will be most helpful.
I have a particular interest in working with the whole person, working with both the mind and body, the connection between the two and using the latest research in mind-body therapies and techniques to help facilitate healing and positive change.
If you have been feeling low, anxious, stressed, worried, exhausted, trying to bring about change in your life without success, then know that you don't have to work through that alone. I work with many people experiencing exactly that feeling and I can assure you that healing and transformation are possible, even if right now it may not feel that way.
I draw on psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, coaching and holistic therapeutic approaches, using evidence-based psychological techniques alongside approaches that support greater self-awareness, emotional wellbeing and lasting change. I work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, creating a safe space where you can explore difficult experiences without judgement.
I provide:
• Confidential one-to-one sessions tailored to your individual needs
• Support delivered at a pace that feels comfortable for you
• Flexible ways of working, including Telephone, Online, In-Person or In Nature
Counsellor
From £60 per session
Counsellor
From £60 per session
Hi, I'm Joelle — an integrative counsellor working with people who've often felt like they don't quite fit the mould. I know what it's like to feel like an outsider, and that lived understanding shapes how I work: with warmth, honesty, and without an agenda to make you into someone more "acceptable." My practice is neurodivergence-affirming and LGBTQIA+ affirming at its core, not as an add-on but as the foundation everything else is built on.
Being integrative means I don't ask you to fit into one therapeutic model — I draw on a range of approaches and adapt them to what actually works for you. Some sessions might be more talk-led and reflective; others more practical and concrete, depending on what you need in the moment. I think of it less like following a manual and more like building the therapy around the person in front of me: your history, your neurotype, your identity, and the way you naturally process things.
Integrative and Body Focused Somatic Counsellor
From £90 per session
Integrative and Body Focused Somatic Counsellor
From £90 per session
I have been developing an understanding of the human experience through counselling therapy and body based somatic practices for over thirty-five years. I am a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and abide by their comprehensive code of ethics. Please follow this link to read more about the code of ethics https://www.bacp.co.uk/events-and-resources/ethics-and-standards/
I develop a working relationship with my clients which is exploratory and supportive. Working together we employ different approaches depending on your needs. This could include;
• body-based 'somatic' practices - breath work, grounding, hypnogogic, meditation, mindfulness, relaxation, tapping, therapeutic yoga, yoga nidra
• cognitive behavioural therapy CBT – looking at the causes of your difficulties and then being very solution focussed
• person centred – developing a supportive relationship to explore your story and feelings and enable you to build a strong sense of self
• psychodynamic – looking at your history, family history and childhood. Working with how that is impacting you in the present.
I tailor the therapy to fit you the client.
You may have arrived here because you are seeking help or support dealing with some of life’s difficulties.
If you decide to work with me it would allow us to explore your feelings, emotions and thoughts in a confidential non-judgmental environment and help you manage and understand them.
Creative Arts Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
Creative Arts Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
You might look capable on the outside - but feel exhausted, disconnected, or like something is missing. I'm Naomi, a Creative and Embodied Psychotherapist based in London. I offer a weekly space to slow down, tune in, and come home to yourself - through conversation, the body, and creativity. West Hampstead + Online.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. You may be looking for a space to slow down and reconnect with your body and emotions. Perhaps you're carrying grief or trauma and need somewhere to be truly heard. Maybe you're a high achiever who looks capable on the outside but feels exhausted on the inside - tired of holding everything together. You might be navigating an eating disorder, PMDD, or a difficult relationship with your body. Or perhaps you want to understand yourself more deeply - to unravel the patterns beneath your choices, and start making ones that feel more authentically yours.
I work with somatic, embodied and creative arts approaches because words are often not enough. Through connecting with the body and creativity, we can find new ways to understand and make sense of our inner world - accessing feelings that talking alone might not reach.
Sessions might include reflective conversation, movement, imagery, breath, or creative materials - whatever feels right for you. We always work at your pace. There is no pressure to share anything before you feel ready, and no expectation of who you need to be when you arrive.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
From £60 per session
Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
From £60 per session
I am an integrative CBT therapist. I support clients to explore the connection between thoughts, emotions, behaviours, beliefs, and past experiences, helping them understand what may be keeping difficulties going and how change can begin. I support clients with issues such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, addiction, substance misuse, and recovery. My aim is to help you gain insight, develop healthier coping strategies, challenge limiting beliefs, and move towards a more compassionate and balanced relationship with yourself and others.
As an integrative therapist, I use a range of evidence-based approaches. Alongside my core CBT and REBT approach, I integrate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, EMDR, Schema Therapy, Assertiveness Training, and Mindfulness. This allows me to tailor therapy to each individual, drawing on the approaches that best fit your needs, goals, and pace.
Integrative counsellor and psychodynamic therapist
From £75 per session
Integrative counsellor and psychodynamic therapist
From £75 per session
Do you need help with relational difficulties, anxiety, depression, or traumatic events? Seeking help can be difficult, particularly if you have learnt that you must endure your pain alone and silently. Counselling and therapy can be the way forward as a powerful release of all your private suffering, foster self-acceptance and understanding, to give you a chance to have a clearer sense of purpose and direction. As a BACP registered therapist, I am to give the best care to each of my clients, working to provide a psychologically safe environment where you can bring unattended injuries from your childhood, current struggles from work or personal relationships.
I bring my experience as a counsellor from working in various sectors, including NHS, private and charitable organisations, to offer you both short and long-term counselling. I have been working with individuals dealing with a broad range of mental health issues. I specialise in trauma, abuse, and infertility. I have extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, relational difficulties, separation and divorce, bullying, bereavement, low self-esteem, work-related issues, stress management, eating disorders, and issues of LGBTQ+.
My focus is the therapeutic relationship, working with the here and now. I draw on a variety of approaches to meet your individual needs and circumstances. We all need to be listened to and can work through our difficulties if we are given the opportunity to work through our problems at our own pace in a safe and confidential environment. My part of the process is to gently help you to make sense of your difficulties, feelings and repetitive patterns that may unfold. I honour the uniqueness of my clients and welcome the rich diversity of the individual in the spirit of inclusion and celebration.
Dating and Relationships Coach
From £90 per session
Dating and Relationships Coach
From £90 per session
I’m a passionate, playful, deep-listening dating and relationships coach. I work with self-aware women who want to be in a loving, committed relationship but are feeling stuck. I help you overcome both the internal and external obstacles to finding your match and creating the loving, happy, committed partnership you long for.
At the heart of my approach is the understanding that the quality of our relationship with ourselves is the most important factor that determines the quality of all our relationships – particularly our romantic relationships.
My coaching approach therefore provides a combination of support to navigate dating, romantic situations and how you relate to potential partners (or your partner), alongside supporting you to gain a new understanding of your own patterns. I help you overcome both the internal and external obstacles to finding your match and creating the loving, happy, committed partnership you long for.
I can support you with things like: your dating approach or strategy | understanding and changing repeating dating patterns | understanding why you keep being drawn to certain types of people | seeing ways you might automatically filter out great potential partners | navigating a particular dating or romantic situation | communicating authentically, clearly and kindly | and navigating relationship challenges with confidence.
I provide a playful and non-judgemental space for bringing curiosity to what's happening in your romantic life. I work with Voice Dialogue (parts work, similar to Internal Family Systems) to help you meet and understand the different parts of you, what they need and why they respond in the ways they do. I draw on a range of models and approaches, such as attachment theory, nervous system awareness and authentic communication approaches including Nonviolent Communication (NVC), bringing together whatever is most useful for you to gain greater self-awareness, reduce your autopilot responses and make more conscious choices that lead you towards the kind of relationship you want.
My fee is £90 for a 50-minute session, or £135 for a 75-minute session. Please get in touch for information on other ways of working with me.
Systemic Psychotherapist
From £90 per session
Systemic Psychotherapist
From £90 per session
I'm a qualified systemic family and couple psychotherapist and mental health clinician with over twenty years of clinical experience of working in the NHS mental health services, offering support to families, groups, couples, young people and adults who are facing mental health difficulties, trauma and emotional dysregulation.
I'm registered with the Association of Family Therapy and accredited with the UK Council for Psychotherapy. I have an MSc in Systemic Family and Couple Psychotherapy. I currently work in the NHS child and adolescent mental health service (CAMHS) and eating disorders service. I also manage my own private practice.
I’m experienced in working with couples, families, individuals, adolescents and children, providing evidence-based psychological interventions. I have experience of working in Local Authorities children’s services, supporting many different types of families (nuclear, adoptive, fostered and blended). I work with families, supporting parents and care givers with understanding their child’s needs and connecting with them in healthy ways.
I also have extensive experience of working with couples, where there have been issues in relation to trust, communication and intimacy. I have experience of working with couples and families before and after separation and stepfamily joining, and where there have been affairs.
I am also experienced in working with families and couples in high conflict separations involving the family law system. I’m experienced in supporting families and couples through this process, which may involve liaising with social workers, children’s guardians, CAFCAS workers, family lawyers and in the preparation of court reports.
I also work with individuals and couples from the LGBTQ+ community and have experience of working with people who want to explore their identity relating to gender and sexuality.
I offer both short-term therapy and long-term therapy to couples, families and individuals. I have access to consulting rooms, and I’m also experienced in delivering therapy using on-line platforms.
My approach is warm, caring, compassionate and collaborative with people. I work hard to provide a safe, non-judgmental, confidential approach. This enables people to explore their dilemmas regarding their relationships with people, family members and partners, opening new possibilities and communication. My approach is influenced by attachment narratives and cultural differences. I have had the privilege of working with many people and families from a broad range of backgrounds. I ensure therapy is inclusive and adapted to your ethnicity, culture, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age and disability.
My main approach is systemic psychotherapy, which is a strengths-based approach that seeks to help families and couples work through problems and difficulties together and work towards change. My clinical practice with families is informed by different models such as Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Narrative Family Therapy, Non-Violent Resistant model (NVR), Circle of Security (COS) and Family Therapy for Anorexia Nervosa (FTAN).
My clinical practice with couples is informed by Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and Exeter Model. Systemic psychotherapy focuses on how families and couples interact and relate to one another, and how they are understood and experienced by one another.
In sessions I work with people to explore their relationships. I work with people to unpick unhelpful patterns of communication - or issues of loss and life transition difficulties - through which dilemmas, distress, emotions and confusion can be resolved by identifying unhelpful thought processes and patterns of behaviour that may have developed over time, and may be contributing towards you feeling stuck and frustrated.
In sessions I work with people to improve their understanding in their relationships and enhance their communication, promoting resilience and change, creating new coping strategies - and the process of reconnection within the relationships of the people involved.
Research shows that having strong, close relationships leads to better health and more positive outcomes in life. Regardless of whether you are an individual, couple or family this approach provides a way forward.
For More information please visit my website: https://davidlittlechildscfp.org/
Art Psychotherapist, MA | HCPC-Registered Art Psychotherapist | BAAT Full Member
From £95 per session
Art Psychotherapist, MA | HCPC-Registered Art Psychotherapist | BAAT Full Member
From £95 per session
I am a fully qualified Art Psychotherapist with extensive experience working with adults, young people and children. I offer both creative and talking therapy, with a flexible approach shaped around your individual needs, preferences and ways of communicating.
I specialise in supporting autistic, ADHD and other neurodivergent individuals, with an understanding of diverse sensory, communication and processing styles. If you are neurodivergent, my approach recognises this as part of your identity and way of experiencing the world, rather than something that needs to be changed or “fixed”.
Art Psychotherapy is an established and professionally regulated form of psychological therapy, informed by psychological theory, clinical practice and a growing body of research. It combines the therapeutic relationship with creative processes to support emotional expression, reflection and psychological understanding.
No artistic ability or previous experience with art is needed.
I am trained to work with both verbal and non-verbal forms of communication. This can be particularly valuable if experiences are difficult to put into words, if emotions feel overwhelming, or if thinking and communicating through images, materials, metaphor or sensory experience feels more accessible than talking alone.
You may be seeking support with a wide range of needs and experiences, including:
- Neurodivergence, including being autistic, ADHD or dyslexic - with support around self-understanding, identity, strengths, sensory needs, communication preferences, regulation and self-advocacy
- Anxiety
- Stress, overwhelm and burnout
- Depression and low mood
- Trauma and the impact of difficult or overwhelming experiences
- Grief, bereavement and loss
- Self-esteem, self-worth and confidence
- Relationships, connection and interpersonal difficulties
- Learning disabilities
- Change, transitions and periods of uncertainty
- Adoption, including experiences connected with identity, attachment and belonging
- Addiction
- Emotional wellbeing and mental health difficulties
- Infertility and fertility-related experiences
My approach is grounded in safety, trust, choice, collaboration and respect for your individual experience. I work at a pace that feels manageable for you, recognising that everyone differs in how they communicate, process emotions, build trust and make sense of their experiences.
No problem is too small. If it matters to you, it matters. Getting in touch can be the first step towards greater understanding, meaningful change and a different way of relating to yourself and your experiences.
Integrative Psychotherapist & Hypnotherapist
From £80 per session
Integrative Psychotherapist & Hypnotherapist
From £80 per session
I work with people experiencing loss, both through bereavement and non-death-related loss, helping them navigate the profound changes it can bring to their sense of identity and self.
You may feel lost, overwhelmed or disconnected from who you once were.
I offer a warm, compassionate and patient space to make sense of what has happened, work through grief and trauma, and gently explore who you are becoming.
You don't have to face this alone.
If you're looking for a therapist who is truly caring, compassionate and has an abundance of patience, look no further.
I am dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of life.
With integrated approaches tailored to your needs, I provide a safe, supportive space for healing - at your pace.
I believe in a compassionate, collaborative, and intuitive approach to support you through whatever you are going through.
I use an array of modalities and my sessions may look like this:
Grounding arrival exercise- to ease you in and prepare you for you-time.
Counselling.
Healing Modalities such as Somatic Experiencing, Parts Work and Psychodynamics.
Journaling and Therapeutic tools to use outside of session.
Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
My name is Elizabeth and I aim to offer a space to clients that is supportive, non-judgemental, and confidential and where clients can feel at ease to share the issues they are struggling with, encouraging them not to feel “different” or “odd” or that “something is wrong with them”, but to realise that struggling at times is all part of being human.
I appreciate that as part of those struggles, we cannot always resolve things on our own and we may benefit from having someone to walk alongside us and to support us in finding optimism and a path back to a happier place and who we really are.
I aim to offer that space.
While therapy is a tool for dealing with struggles, I also believe that therapy is a great space for personal development and simply getting to know oneself better and improving our relationships with others.
I trained as a Transpersonal Psychotherapist which means that as well as an integrative approach to therapy (drawing upon different skills and techniques such as Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Existential, and Cognitive Behavioural), it also involves a holistic considering aspects of the mind, body and soul and looking at someone as a whole. However, I tailor my practice to the needs and wishes of the client, but I enjoy using dreamwork as it is often a more direct route into the subconscious.
I also trained as a lawyer and understand the pressures of working in a demanding environment where perfection is often expected. I believe that my legal training helps me to provide a grounded and contained therapeutic space.
I trained as an Integrative Psychotherapist, but with a Transpersonal focus. I draw on various approaches such as CBT, person- centered, transpersonal and psychodynamic. I focus on allowing a client to find their own voice and improve their view of themselves. A lot of my work tends to focus on building self-esteem and learning to be understand oneself and therefore be compassionate towards oneself.
Multidiciplinary Team
From £130 per session
Multidiciplinary Team
From £130 per session
Welcome to West Hampstead Child & Young Person Clinic, a leading provider of Private Child & Adolescent Psychology and Psychotherapy, ADHD assessments, Autism assessments, and Family Mental Health services in North West London.
Based in West Hampstead, our highly experienced team of Clinical Psychologists, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapists, Psychiatrists, Educational Psychologists, Speech & Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists specialises in supporting children, teenagers, young people, and families. We also provide expert assessment and psychological therapy for young adults up to age 25.
https://www.westhampsteadclinic.com/
We follow a simple litmus test when asking clinicians to join us: “Would I want my children or a family member to be treated by this clinician?”
All clinicians:
- Hold appropriate professional registration (HCPC, GMC, BACP, UKCP, BCA, etc.)
- Professional Indemnity Insurance
- Current DBS certification
- Receive regular supervision and clinical support
Drawing on years of experience, we will jointly assess with you the issue that you are coming for help with, create a plan and intervene using the best-suited, evidence-based approach. If you require a specialist assessment, this can be arranged. If you already know who you need to see, no problem. If there are concerns around risk, unlike other private mental health providers, we can probably work with you, but we will guide you to the correct service if not.
Psychotherapist
From £90 per session
Psychotherapist
From £90 per session
Hi my name is Elia, I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist (MSc), offering individual therapy to adults. I offer short and long term therapy, in person and online.
I am a native Greek speaker and hence I can also work in Greek.
Therapy offers a chance to slow down and explore what is happening in your life. You may be experiencing anxiety or depression, difficulties in your relationships, low self-esteem, stress or burnout, or struggling with a significant change or loss. I provide a thoughtful, compassionate space in which you can talk openly, make sense of your experiences and develop a deeper understanding of yourself and what you need.
I work relationally as I believe the relationship between therapist and client is an important part of the therapeutic process, and I aim to bring warmth, openness and genuine curiosity to our work together. As an integrative psychotherapist, I draw on different therapeutic approaches and I consider both your past and present experiences and relationships, your culture, physical and mental health, your work and everything else that is important to you.
Therapy is not a quick fix and can sometimes be challenging. I won't tell you what you should do; instead, I will support you in exploring your thoughts, feelings and experiences, understanding yourself more deeply and making choices that feel right for you.
Sessions are typically weekly, on the same day and time and last for 50 minutes. I offer a complimentary 20-30 minute initial consultation, giving us an opportunity to meet, talk about what has brought you to therapy and consider whether we might be a good fit to work together.
Counsellor
From £75 per session
Counsellor
From £75 per session
I’m Kirsty, a BACP-registered integrative counsellor. I offer a calm, supportive space to pause, reflect on what you’re feeling and begin to find some clarity.
You might look like you are coping, while inside you feel anything but.
A mind that rarely switches off, a tendency to second-guess yourself, or becoming so used to putting others first can leave you feeling disconnected from what you need. You may feel anxious, self-critical or exhausted by trying to get things right, while still feeling like you’re not enough. You may struggle with self-doubt or find yourself caught in patterns that leave you unsure how to move forward.
How I work
Together, we can gently explore the patterns that shape how you think, feel and relate to yourself and others. We can take time to understand where these patterns may have come from, how they affect you now, and how they may be influencing the way you see yourself and your relationships.
Perhaps you often put other people's needs before your own, find it difficult to set boundaries, or question whether your feelings and choices are valid. We can make space to understand these experiences without judgement, and consider what you need to feel more confident in yourself and your relationships.
My approach is person-centred, relational and integrative. We will work together at a pace that feels manageable for you, following what feels most important as it emerges. You don’t have to know exactly where to begin. We can start there.
I offer in-person counselling in Wimbledon and Clapham, including walk-and-talk sessions. Online counselling is also available across the UK and abroad.
Get in touch
If something here resonates with you, you’re welcome to get in touch. We can have an initial conversation about what’s been going on for you and whether working together feels like the right fit.
My approach is integrative, drawing on humanistic, psychodynamic, and cognitive-behavioural (CBT) therapies. I blend these approaches in a flexible, relational way, adapting the work to your individual needs and experiences.
I aim to create a gentle, collaborative space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Together, we can look at emotional distress, relational patterns, trauma, and periods of transition, supporting deeper understanding and meaningful change.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, and challenges around life transitions, offering supportive space to explore change, build confidence, and develop emotional resilience.
At the heart of my work is the therapeutic relationship. I provide a safe, warm, non-judgmental, and empathic environment where the focus is on you and your unique journey. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together at a pace that feels right for you.
Counselling Psychologist
From £110 per session
Counselling Psychologist
From £110 per session
I am an integrative Counselling Psychologist who cares deeply about connecting with the people I support. My experience spans the NHS, private practice, and mental health charities.
My practice is grounded in evidence-based models — Psychodynamic and Systemic therapies, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and third-wave approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
I have experience supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds with low mood, anxiety in its various forms, stress, trauma, anger, relational difficulties, low self-esteem or confidence, and the emotional impact of living with long-term health conditions.
At the heart of my work is cultural awareness: holding space for your identities, your experiences, and the contexts that have shaped your story. I draw on these approaches while always keeping the therapeutic relationship at the centre.
Psychoanalyst
From £105 per session
Psychoanalyst
From £105 per session
My path has been shaped by displacement: geographical (Paris, Hong Kong, Singapore, Auckland, Vancouver, London), linguistic (French, English), institutional (clinical psychology, rehabilitation centres, private practice), and, above all, subjective displacement.
Initially trained in Anglo-Saxon psychological approaches and having worked in settings where acute distress calls for urgent interventions (addiction, exclusion), I have, in parallel, entered the Freudo-Lacanian tradition in French over the past decade and now orient my work within a psychoanalytic framework.
Within the transferential bond specific to psychoanalysis, the work consists in sustaining a position that enables each person to encounter what, for them, constitutes a question: their desire, their singular way of being in the world, their repetitions, the mark of signifiers that affect them, and, as is so often formulated, that sense that “things are not going well,” “nothing works,” or “I keep going round in circles.”
I work with adults, in both French and English
Freudo Lacanian practice
Psychotherapist and Counsellor
From £130 per session
Psychotherapist and Counsellor
From £130 per session
I’m an experienced integrative psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through callenges. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology, which complements my extensive professional experience and support I offer.
It’s a privilege to be part of someone’s journey towards greater wellbeing. I feel honoured to support people as they navigate difficult times, regain confidence and find practical ways to move forward towards a life that feels more balanced, meaningful and fulfilling.
I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, understood and accepted for who you are.
I support individuals struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, grief and loss, relationship difficulties and life transitions.
I believe therapy is not about changing who you are or telling you what decisions to make. It is about creating a space where you can discover your own capacity.
You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out. You can simply come as you are, and we can take the first step together.
What clients say:
“Never felt so at ease”
“Monica is such a kind soul, I really felt very seen and very appreciated. Her compliments feel grounded and genuine, not throwaway comments to make you feel better. You’d be surprised how much this shifts your thinking in your own self-perception.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I tailor each session to find healthier ways to move forward. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative and tailored to you, because there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. It is trauma-informed, drawing on evidence-based psychological approaches according to your individual needs. This may include person-centred, psychodynamic, cognitive and behavioural, acceptance-based and other evidence-informed approaches. I work with anxiety, depression, trauma and difficult past experiences, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, low self-esteem, life transitions, stress, emotional difficulties and unhelpful patterns around eating and weight.
Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor (BSc, MBACP)
From £115 per session
Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor (BSc, MBACP)
From £115 per session
Hello, I’m Chandni. I offer a thoughtful, grounded, and accepting therapeutic space where all parts of you are welcome. I work collaboratively with people experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and family difficulties, identity and belonging, and periods of feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain in life. I believe counselling can offer a space where you feel truly seen, and where your experiences and authentic self are met with interest, care, and respect. I offer in-person counselling in London, and Online and Phone Therapy. Alongside my core person-centred practice, I have undertaken specialist training in remote therapeutic work.
My approach is grounded in person-centred counselling, and shaped by the belief that being deeply listened to and understood can itself be transformative. I bring a considered quality of attention, creating space for reflection, emotional understanding, and exploration at a pace that feels supportive and containing for you. Through gentle curiosity and compassionate enquiry, we can explore what has brought you to therapy, alongside the patterns, experiences, or questions that may feel difficult to carry alone. I work collaboratively and respect your autonomy, trusting that you are the expert of your own experience. I understand that people do not always arrive knowing exactly what they need from therapy. Sometimes the work begins simply with a sense that something feels overwhelming, uncertain, painful, or hard to make sense of. Together, we can make space for this and allow the work to unfold naturally over time.
Child & Adolescent Therapist
From £95 per session
Child & Adolescent Therapist
From £95 per session
I have worked therapeutically with teenagers and their families for more than 16 years in a diverse range of settings including the NHS, state schools and the private education sector. Working with young people as they go through the more painful chapters of their adolescence has always been, and continues to be, a privilege and an honour that I take great care and sensitivity in.
My philosophy on delivering supportive counselling is based on active listening, the importance of asking curious questions, speaking with tactful honesty and a willingness for both therapist and teen to be open to exploring the unknown and the unsaid. My therapy framework is informed by psychodynamic, person centered and systemic models and is influenced by attachment and inter-cultural work. In my practice, counselling is a collaborative experience whereby myself and the young person explore and think together about their current struggles. I actively listen, seek to deeply understand and validate experiences, provide observations and create opportunities for reflection. This process allows the individual to gain insight into themselves and others, identify helpful and unhelpful coping strategies and foster personal growth.
I have experience in many common yet difficult struggles that can occur during adolescence, including but not limited to: anxiety, bereavement, relational difficulties (with self or others), identity exploration, low moods and third culture kid difficulties.
Lacanian Psychoanalyst
From £75 per session
Lacanian Psychoanalyst
From £75 per session
About my practice
With nearly 18 years of experience in psychoanalytic practice, I have had the privilege of working with people at different stages of life, from children and adolescents to adults and older people, as well as with mother–baby relationships.
Over the years, my clinical work has brought me into contact with a wide range of experiences and forms of psychological suffering, including depression, anxiety, questions around sexual orientation and identity, anger, grief, trauma, difficulties relating to the body and body image, and psychosis.
Each person I have worked with has contributed to my clinical experience and understanding of the complexity and singularity of each suqbject. Psychoanalytic work offers a space in which what is difficult to put into words can gradually find a place to be spoken and listened to, opening up the possibility of relating differently to one's experiences, relationships and ways of being in the world.
After nearly two decades of practice, I continue to value above all the encounter with each person and the uniqueness of their story.
If you feel that you would like to talk, or simply to have a space where you can be listened to, please get in touch.
Lacanian psychoanalysis
Ms
From £75 per session
Ms
From £75 per session
People come to therapy for many different reasons, and I work with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and life stages. Whatever has brought you to therapy, my aim is to offer a thoughtful, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you feel heard, understood and supported. I am experienced in supporting you on issues related to parenting challenges, childhood trauma, childhood bereavement, or adverse childhood experiences, as well as identity and life transitions, including bereavements, job loss and immigration.
In therapy sessions with me, you'll always be met with warmth, compassion and respect. I draw on a range of therapeutic approaches (e.g., humanistic, psychodynamic, CBT) according to what is likely to be most helpful to you specifically. For trauma, I'm also trained in EMDR, an evidence-based therapy that helps people process traumatic or difficult experiences. My aim is to create a space where you feel safe enough to be honest, including about the things that are hard to say out loud. Sessions with me tend to feel more like a genuine conversation than something formal. I understand that finding the right therapist can feel like an important decision. The free 20-30min initial consultation offers an opportunity for us to meet, discuss any questions you may have, and consider together whether I am the right person to support you.
Therapy sessions are weekly, and 45-50 minutes long. For EMDR processing sessions, I may book double sessions, to ensure there is enough time to complete the particular processing sequence you are working on. Sessions can be scheduled weekly or closer together.
Psychotherapist and counsellor
From £85 per session
Psychotherapist and counsellor
From £85 per session
I am an integrative therapist, offering both long term and short term therapy, online and in person. My aim is to provide a calm, safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore concerns that affect your everyday life. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP).
As an integrative therapist, I draw on several person centred modalities depending on your specific needs. I work relationally, offering a compassionate and authentic environment to explore whatever issues you choose to bring. I may use body psychotherapy, mindfulness and breathwork particularly when working through trauma.
Psychotherapist
From £85 per session
Psychotherapist
From £85 per session
My interest in therapy is closely connected to my curiosity about people and the complexities of being human. I have a longstanding interest in philosophy, particularly questions of identity, meaning and how we make sense of our experiences. I'm interested in the ways our relationships, personal histories and wider social worlds shape how we understand ourselves.
I'm also interested in creativity and self-expression, and how these can be connected to our sense of identity and place in the world. These interests inform how I approach my work as a therapist, with an emphasis on curiosity, reflection and understanding each person's experience in its own terms.
My approach is psychodynamic, exploring how past experiences and unconscious patterns can influence our present feelings, relationships and sense of self. I am interested in the ways we adapt to life's challenges, sometimes developing patterns that once helped us cope but may no longer serve us.
My background in philosophy informs my interest in identity, freedom and meaning, while my work with people in the creative arts has deepened my appreciation of self-expression and finding one's own voice. I work collaboratively, with curiosity and sensitivity to your individual experience.
Psychotherapist
From £65 per session
Psychotherapist
From £65 per session
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. You may be experiencing anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, or finding that things in your life no longer feel quite right. Whatever has brought you here, I offer a warm, compassionate and non-judgemental space where you can feel safe to talk openly and explore what you are going through.
I believe that feeling genuinely heard and understood is an important part of the therapeutic process. My aim is to create a trusting relationship where you can feel comfortable being yourself, without fear of judgement. Together, we can explore what is happening for you and begin to make sense of the thoughts, feelings and experiences that may be affecting your everyday life.
My approach is psychodynamic, which means that we can explore not only what you are experiencing in the present, but also whether past experiences, relationships and patterns may be influencing how you think, feel and relate to yourself and others today.
Together, we can gently explore thoughts and feelings that may sometimes be difficult to understand or put into words. By developing greater awareness of these underlying patterns and processes, therapy can help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process. We will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, creating space to explore your experiences without judgement. My hope is that through this process you can develop greater self-awareness, insight and understanding, supporting you to make meaningful changes in your life.
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
From £70 per session
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
From £70 per session
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist offering individual therapy to adults. I provide a warm, compassionate, and non judgmental space where we can work together to explore what feels difficult and make sense of what is troubling you.
My safe, non judgmental therapy offers us a space to gently explore these patterns, helping you develop insight, understanding, and new ways of relating to yourself and others. We can work together to reduce suffering, build new ways of living with healthier boundaries and emotional regulation techniques.
Together we look at what’s no longer serving you and build new ways of relating to yourself and others with more clarity, compassion, and choice. Therapy with me is an invitation to look beneath the surface. We explore the deeper layers of your experience, the beliefs, fears, and relational patterns that have shaped you. I hold a warm and non-judgmental space where you don't have to hold everything together. I offer thoughtful challenge to aid self understanding and create meaningful change.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapist
From £85 per session
Psychodynamic Psychotherapist
From £85 per session
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist who offers a safe, collaborative and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood and accepted. I am a down-to-earth, approachable and attentive therapist, and I believe that developing a genuine therapeutic relationship is central to the work. I aim to create a space where you can be yourself, speak openly and explore whatever may be troubling you at your own pace.
I work with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood, self-esteem and feeling stuck or overwhelmed. You do not need to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. Together, we can begin wherever you are and take time to understand what is happening for you, without judgement or pressure.
My approach is psychodynamic, exploring how your present experiences may be shaped by your past, relationships and ways of coping. Together, we can begin to understand recurring patterns, emotions and difficulties that may feel hard to make sense of or change.
I see therapy as a collaborative process, with both our minds working together to achieve insights and knowledge. I aim to offer a thoughtful, compassionate and grounded space where you can feel safe to explore your experiences, develop greater self-understanding and create possibilities for change.
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