Debra Drukarz
Psychodynamic Therapist / Counsellor
From £90 per session
Free to use • Takes less than five minutes • Personalised recommendations
Raising children is tough. While there is more than one right way to be a good parent, the wealth of information, advice, and opinions (both solicited and unsolicited) available is overwhelming. Issues including discipline, household responsibilities, child behavioral problems, setting boundaries, and scheduling can be daunting. With the right support system in place, parenting, though difficult, is also highly rewarding. Whether you are facing a specific problem or you just need a sounding board and some general guidance, a qualified mental health professional can help with parenting challenges.
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.
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.
Play Therapist
From £95 per session
Play Therapist
From £95 per session
I am a play therapist working within schools and community settings across west London. I have experience working in the following areas: Bereavement, Fostering and Special Guardianship, Parental separation and Family conflict and children who have fled conflict or instability. I work with children who experience emotional and behavioural regulation difficulties, attachment difficulties, anxiety and low self-esteem.
I offer a warm and welcoming environment for children to play freely and adapt the approach to meet the needs of children of all ages.
I follow a child-centred and trauma-informed approach within my sessions. I use play and arts as a means of communication for children to express themselves and process their lived experiences.
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.
MBACP
From £80 per session
MBACP
From £80 per session
Perhaps something in your life doesn't feel right.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed or low. Perhaps your mind rarely switches off, you're struggling with a relationship, coping with grief or loss, dealing with work or family pressures, or facing a change you weren't expecting.
You might find yourself worrying about the future, going over things from the past or wondering why the same feelings or patterns keep returning. Or perhaps there isn't one particular problem. You simply feel stuck, disconnected from yourself or know that something needs to change.
You don't need to have it all worked out before you come to counselling. We can start with where you are.
I have experience supporting adults with anxiety, stress, panic, low mood, grief and loss, trauma and difficult past experiences, relationship and family difficulties, loneliness, self-esteem, overwhelm and significant life changes.
For me, counselling isn't about becoming a different person. It can give you the space to understand yourself more deeply, recognise what you need and consider how you want to move forward.
My approach is primarily person-centred. I believe you are the expert in your own life, even at times when you may feel unsure, overwhelmed or lost.
I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what is happening for you. I won't tell you what you should do or rush you towards solutions. Instead, I'll work alongside you, helping you explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
You don't need to arrive with the right words or know exactly what you want to talk about. There is no pressure to disclose anything before you feel ready.
I also draw on psychodynamic thinking where it may be helpful. Exploring how earlier experiences and relationships may influence how you feel, respond or relate to others today can help recurring patterns begin to make sense.
Greater self-understanding can help you recognise what you would like to change and what you might be ready to accept about yourself. Sometimes moving forward involves change. Sometimes it involves becoming more accepting of ourselves.
Often, it's a combination of both.
I offer 50-minute face-to-face counselling sessions in West Hampstead at £80 per session and online counselling at £60 per 50-minute session. Online counselling enables me to work with clients across the UK.
I also offer a free 15-minute introductory telephone conversation. This gives you the opportunity to tell me a little about what has brought you to counselling, ask any questions and get a sense of whether working together feels right for you. There is no obligation to book afterwards.
Sometimes the first step is simply having a conversation.
Please visit my website for further information: https://www.jackyfitzgerald-carolan.co.uk/
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
From £75 per session
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
From £75 per session
Perhaps life feels difficult at the moment, or you’re finding yourself overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected or unsure of what you need. Maybe you’ve spent a long time managing on your own, looking after other people or being hard on yourself.
I offer a calm, warm space where you don’t need to have everything figured out. I’m interested in getting to know you as a whole person, and in creating a relationship where you can feel comfortable enough to be yourself.
I’m naturally curious, open and down-to-earth; you can come as you are, and work at your own pace.
I offer sessions in person in Wimbledon or online. I also offer therapy outdoors as sometimes talking side by side, or walking in the open air, can feel more natural than sitting opposite someone in a therapy room.
At the heart of my work is the relationship we build together. I believe that feeling genuinely heard, accepted and understood can create the space to explore things that may have felt difficult to face alone.
I work in a person-centred and relational way, starting with you rather than trying to fit you into a particular model. We might explore what is happening in your life now, look at experiences from your past and how they may still be shaping you, or pay attention to what you notice in your body, emotions and relationships.
I’m particularly interested in the ways we can learn to be hard on ourselves, hide parts of who we are or become caught in patterns that once helped us but no longer do. Sometimes parts-based work, mindfulness or other experiential approaches can help us understand these patterns with a little more curiosity and compassion.
I don’t see therapy as something that needs to “fix” you. There may be things you want to change, but I’m equally interested in helping you understand and accept yourself more fully. There is no set route through therapy; we can work at a pace that feels manageable and shape the work together.
Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor
From £70 per session
Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor
From £70 per session
Hello, I’m Zsofia. I’m an integrative counsellor working with adults and couples in Wimbledon and online throughout the UK.
I support people experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, OCD-related difficulties, grief, low self-esteem and relationship problems. I have a particular interest in working with those affected by domestic abuse, sexual abuse, coercive control, narcissistic abuse and relational trauma - including the lasting impact on trust, boundaries, confidence and the body.
Many of my clients appear to be coping well on the outside but privately feel anxious, exhausted or uncertain about themselves. Some are trying to understand why they keep repeating certain patterns, while others are beginning to recognise how a past or present relationship has affected the way they see themselves.
I also work with couples who feel caught in recurring arguments, emotionally disconnected or unsure how to reach one another. Together, we can explore what lies beneath the conflict and develop more constructive ways of communicating and relating.
I do not believe that one therapeutic method fits everyone. My work is integrative, meaning I adapt the therapy to your needs rather than expecting you to fit a fixed formula.
Our work may involve understanding recurring patterns and beliefs, noticing how your body responds to stress, exploring different parts of yourself, or developing practical ways to manage overwhelming thoughts and emotions. I draw from person-centred therapy, CBT, somatic approaches, Internal Family Systems and trauma-informed practice, depending on what is most helpful for you.
For work-related stress and burnout, I may also use solution-focused approaches to help you identify what needs to change, recognise the resources you already have and develop realistic steps forward.
I will not rush you into discussing experiences before you are ready, but I will not simply sit back and leave you to carry the conversation alone. I aim to be engaged, thoughtful and honest, helping you understand not only what you are feeling, but why certain patterns may have developed.
In couples counselling, I use Gottman-informed tools alongside my integrative approach to help partners recognise unhelpful cycles, communicate more clearly, manage conflict and rebuild emotional connection.
I offer online counselling throughout the UK and face-to-face sessions in Wimbledon. A free 30-minute introductory call gives us an opportunity to discuss what brings you to therapy, ask questions and decide whether we are a good fit.
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
From £95 per session
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
From £95 per session
Hi, I’m Paul. Before training as a counsellor and psychotherapist, I spent 25 years building businesses and working in senior leadership roles. I know the world of ambition, achievement and responsibility from the inside — and I’ve also experienced the value of having someone outside that world help me think more clearly about the questions that matter.
That experience was part of what led me to psychotherapy. I became increasingly interested in what sits beneath the decisions we make, the patterns we repeat and the expectations we place on ourselves. I was drawn to the opportunity to understand people more deeply: how we come to see ourselves as we do, how our experiences shape our relationships, and why we can sometimes find ourselves repeating patterns even when we know they aren't helping us.
I work with adults who are trying to make sense of where they are and what comes next. You may be experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties or loss. Perhaps something significant has changed in your life, or you have reached a point where the things that once motivated you no longer feel quite the same. You might have a successful career, a busy family life or a great deal of responsibility, yet still feel unsettled, stuck or unsure about what you really want.
Sometimes life looks fine from the outside but doesn't feel that way on the inside. You don't need to know exactly why or have a clear idea of what needs to change before starting counselling.
Therapy offers a safe space to step back from the demands of everyday life and pay attention to experiences that may be difficult to examine elsewhere. Through that process, it can become possible to understand what is happening more clearly, recognise what may need to change and find a way forward that feels more your own.
People often have more of the answers than they think. My role is to listen carefully, bring curiosity to your experiences, ask a different question and help you find new perspectives. Sometimes a different question can be the beginning of a different life.
My integrative training includes humanistic, psychodynamic and relational approaches. Each offers a different perspective on how we understand ourselves, our feelings, our relationships and the experiences that shape us. My clients draw on this breadth of learning to find the approaches and perspectives most relevant to you, rather than expecting you to fit a particular model of therapy.
Every person brings a different set of experiences, concerns and ways of understanding the world. I listen carefully to what you bring and work with you to explore what might be most helpful. Sometimes we may focus on what is happening in your life now; at other times, it may be useful to look at experiences from the past and consider how they continue to influence the present. The work develops with you, drawing on my training and experience in ways that respond to your individual needs.
At the heart of my approach is the belief that a trusting therapeutic relationship creates the conditions in which people can begin to understand themselves more fully. Having the space to speak openly, without judgement or pressure to present things in a particular way, can itself be valuable. From there, we can begin to explore what is happening in your life and what you might want to change.
We might look at patterns in relationships, the expectations you place on yourself, or the ways you have learned to cope with difficult situations. We can consider what may be keeping you stuck and explore different perspectives. Sometimes this involves seeing familiar situations in a new way; sometimes it means allowing difficult feelings to be understood rather than pushed aside.
I won't assume that I know what is best for you, or that there is a predetermined route we need to follow. Counselling isn't about being given the answers. It is an opportunity to develop a clearer understanding of yourself, your relationships and the choices available to you. The aim isn't to become someone else or to meet somebody else's expectations, but to find a way forward that feels more genuinely your own.
Starting therapy can feel daunting, particularly if you have not had counselling before. You don't need to arrive with a clear diagnosis, a particular goal or the right words. We can start with what's happening for you now and take things at a pace that feels manageable.
My role is to offer a thoughtful, compassionate and confidential space in which you can explore what matters to you and begin to find your own way forward.
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.
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.
Consultant Psychologist
From £50 per session
Consultant Psychologist
From £50 per session
I am a UK-born Consultant Psychologist who works privately, in the NHS and within the charitable sector.
I tailor my approach to fit the the needs of each person. We will talk through some different approaches and decided together what would work best for you.
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.
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.
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.
Julia Yearwood
From £60 per session
Julia Yearwood
From £60 per session
I am an adolescent and family therapist providing therapy for young people and their families. I have 15 + years’ experience of working therapeutically with children, young people and their families in private practice, educational establishments and social care settings.
SME Awards winner 2024
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My approach is intercultural, being mindful of the importance of ethnicity, culture, beliefs, values, attitudes, religion and language in our everyday experiences.
I trained at the Tavistock and Portman in 2006-2011 with the psychodynamic modality being my core approach. I have undertaken Continuous Professional Development at various institutions over the years, including at the Anna Freud Centre, where I trained in Mentalisation Based treatments and the British Psychotherapy Foundation, where I completed my Supervisor training.
I provide comprehensive ADHD and Autism screenings, pre-diagnostic assessments, and formal diagnosis, aligned with NICE guidelines. I utilise gold-standard diagnostic frameworks—including the DSM-5, DIVA-5, Young DIVA, ADI-R, and ADOS-2—to ensure a thorough, evidence based diagnostic process.
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.
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
Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist
From £70 per session
Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist
From £70 per session
I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, and I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and loss. I have a particular focus on bereavement and grief, supporting people through the death of a loved one, the ending of a relationship, major life changes, or shifts in how they see themselves.
I work integratively, drawing from a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches and tailoring my work to each individual. Our work together can be short-term or long-term, depending on what feels most helpful for you.
Therapy may involve gaining insight into present-day difficulties, exploring how past experiences continue to influence the present, and reflecting on deeper questions of identity, meaning, and purpose.
My practice focuses on building insight and self-acceptance, while also supporting meaningful and lasting change. I aim to help you feel more grounded, authentic, and confident in yourself, both within and beyond the therapy room.
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.
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.
Integrative Counsellor
From £70 per session
Integrative Counsellor
From £70 per session
My name is Rosella. I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), working in accordance with their Ethical Framework.
I offer a warm, compassionate, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Reaching out for therapy can come from many places—anxiety, confusion, loss, burnout, or a sense of feeling stuck. Whatever brings you here, I would be honoured to listen to your story.
I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role is to support you in making sense of your experiences, helping you deepen your self-awareness, and empowering you to move towards a more authentic and meaningful way of living.
My work is grounded in an integrative, relational approach, meaning I draw from different therapeutic models and tailor the work to your individual needs. At the heart of my practice is the belief that a safe, trusting, and authentic relationship is key to meaningful therapeutic change.
Together, we may explore how your past experiences—including childhood—shape your current thoughts, behaviours, and relationships. This process can help bring greater self-understanding and self-compassion, enabling you to recognise and shift patterns that may no longer serve you.
I work at your pace, collaboratively and respectfully, supporting you to explore your emotions and experiences in a way that feels manageable and safe. With children, I use play therapy as a central part of the work, offering them a natural and creative way to express emotions and experiences that may be difficult to put into words.
When working with couples, I take a more structured approach, supporting partners to develop healthier communication, understand recurring relationship patterns, and build practical skills to navigate conflict and reconnect within the relationship.
Whether you are seeking short-term support or longer-term therapy, my aim is to help you build insight, resilience, and a stronger connection to yourself and others.
Therapeutic Counsellor
From £75 per session
Therapeutic Counsellor
From £75 per session
Welcome,
You may experience a period when things feel overwhelming. In such circumstances, it can be challenging to find the right support.
You may:
-be struggling with life transitions, anxious thoughts or low mood
-feel isolated or lonely
-feel worthless
-feel overstimulated in the world or with people
During these times I strive to provide therapeutic mental health support to my clients.
Therapy can help you:
-increase your self-awareness
-gain a deeper understanding of your concerns/recognize patterns
-gain access to your internal resources and strengths
-develop coping strategies/tools
-make better choices
Qualifications and Experience:
I have a CPCAB (Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body) Diploma in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling.
I am an Accredited Member of the BACP, (The British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) a governing body that oversees the work of counsellors in the UK. I adhere to their Ethical Framework and I am subject to their complaints procedure. I am committed to my Continuous Professional Development to provide the best possible support to my clients.
I am fully insured and hold an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. I am also qualified to work online securely.
During my Diploma Course placement I worked for a Counselling Centre in SW London for almost 2 years providing talking therapy to adult clients online and in-person, too. Since then I have started my private practice and I currently work as a counsellor and clinical supervisor full time. In my previous career I worked in education for more than two decades.
My service is also available via Bupa, Vitality and Aviva private health insurance.
more info: https://www.le-counselling.com/
I aim to create a safe, confidential space in my work with clients, in which you can explore and express your thoughts, feelings and emotions from your perspective without the fear of judgement or rejection.
I facilitate this exploration by using empathy. Building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is paramount, in which you feel safe, seen and heard.
I am honoured to walk alongside my clients and witness their journey. I strive to do so with sensitivity and compassion.
My approach is integrative and relational. I use person-centred and psychodynamic approaches. Person-centred therapy focuses on creating a trusting relationship between the counsellor and the client in the present, believing you are the expert on yourself.
Therapy can help you increase your self-awareness and gain access to your internal resources and strengths. Self-acceptance and self-compassion can also make a profound change. I believe as a result, you will develop coping strategies and experience lasting positive changes.
Psychodynamic therapy can help you look at how past experiences may subconsciously impact on your feeling, thinking and behaviour today. By working through, processing painful experiences and emotions, patterns may be identified and you may find the way forward.
The counselling process can help you gain a deeper understanding of your concerns and be more aware of them. Ultimately, this deepened awareness can empower you to make better choices.
more info: https://www.le-counselling.com/
Integrative Psychotherapist I openfields-affirmingpractice.com I MBACP I Neurodiversity-Affirming I Trauma-Informed I English & French
From £80 per session
Integrative Psychotherapist I openfields-affirmingpractice.com I MBACP I Neurodiversity-Affirming I Trauma-Informed I English & French
From £80 per session
I'm a neurodivergent psychotherapeutic counsellor creating a space where late-identified Autistic, ADHD, AuDHD adults, neuroqueer folks, multicultural/2nd-gen people, and partners, friends or family of neurodivergent loved ones feel finally seen, not fixed. All genders welcome.
You might look like you're functioning, but feel overstimulated, drained, misunderstood, and are masking to meet expectations that never fit. Some clients are newly discovering their neurotype; others are exhausted from burnout or feeling "too much."
Trauma-informed, culturally aware, non-pathologising therapy for those ready to feel truly understood.
Together, we'll nurture self-understanding, confidence, and sustainable change at your pace; honouring your sensory needs, communication style, identity, culture, and unique story.
No pressure to perform, just gentle exploration of what helps you breathe easier.
Does this sound like you?
Late-identified Autistic/ADHD woman burned out from masking
Neuroqueer/non-binary adult navigating intersectional challenges
Autistic/ADHD man with masking exhaustion or late diagnosis
Partner, friend or family of an Autistic/ADHD loved one
Multicultural/2nd-gen person exploring identity & belonging
What clients say:
"First therapist who truly understands me."
"Felt genuinely cared for, even through the hardest sessions."
What brings people to my private practice: Burnout, masking fatigue, identity questions, cross-neurotype relationships, estrangement, trauma, and cultural belonging.
Ready for that first step? Get in touch
I trained as a psychotherapeutic counsellor and have additional training in supporting neurodivergent clients.
My approach is integrative and holistic, meaning I draw on different therapeutic models to address your individual needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
I work in a trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming way, while also considering how culture, identity, and wider systems may shape your experiences.
I aim to work collaboratively with you, supporting you to make sense of your experiences, reconnect with yourself, and find ways forward that feel meaningful and sustainable.
Humanistic Integrative Counsellor (MBACP)
From £75 per session
Humanistic Integrative Counsellor (MBACP)
From £75 per session
I’m a qualified therapist with a compassionate and down to earth approach, working with adults and young people. I’m available to see clients in-person working from secure, comfortable therapy rooms at various locations in London as well as online with clients across the UK. I offer a free initial 15-minute introductory phone call, this is so we can talk through your needs and requirements and to ensure you feel comfortable moving forward.
People from all walks of life may at some point seek therapy. Whether it's due to difficulties with relationships, depression, anxiety, work or study related stress, bereavement, past traumas affecting the present. Therapy can provide much needed support and offers a safe space where any issues and concerns you may be experiencing can be explored. At the heart of my practice is trust and openness and the understanding that our relationship is the key component for successful therapeutic outcomes. This process should lead to meaningful and long-lasting changes.
I see therapy as a collaborative endeavour between us that allows you to openly explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment. I offer a warm and calm space and my aim is to provide support within an atmosphere of empathy and trust. My approach is integrative which means I draw on a range of approaches to tailor the therapy to your individual needs. We will work at your own pace and find the approach that works best for you. Together we can begin to make sense of any difficult experiences you have had and work towards making positive changes in your life through a better understanding of who you are and where you want to go. I work with clients who are suffering from a range of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, identity, ADHD, relationship problems, loneliness, low self-esteem, trauma, addiction, bereavement, grief and loss. Sessions last 50 minutes. I’m available to see clients for both short and long-term work, in-person or online.
Family and Systemic Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
Family and Systemic Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
I am a Family and Systemic Psychotherapist who works with families, couples and individuals. I am a fully accredited and a professional member of both the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and the Association for Family Therapy and Systemic Psychotherapy (AFSP).
I am passionate about providing a safe, supportive space to help people navigate challenges and strengthen their relationships.
My background as a Dance Movement Therapist continues to enrich my approach today. Although I no longer practice in that field, my training has given me a lasting appreciation of the mind-body connection, and how working with the body can help regulate the nervous system and support emotional wellbeing.
As we travel through life things can happen along the way that can trip us up or take us off our path. For many of us there are times we need some extra support or a safe space to talk things through. I work in a warm, collaborative way, and at you pace. Together we can explore your thoughts, feelings and areas of difficulty. I will help you to uncover unhelpful patterns and develop different coping tools.
Whether working together over a longer period or focusing on a specific issue in short-term therapy, I guide and support clients to make the changes they want to see in their relationships and lives. I believe that therapy should be collaborative and empowering, helping clients identify their strengths, achieve their goals, and build a greater sense of wellbeing and resilience.
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.
Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
Psychotherapist
From £80 per session
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor offering individual therapy in South West London and online. My aim is to provide a safe, confidential, and collaborative space where you can make sense of what may be holding you back from living life more fully.
Whether you're feeling low, anxious, or stuck, or have experienced distressing and challenging events, therapy can provide insight into your personal struggles and help you move forward at a pace that feels manageable. I bring a warm, attentive approach, grounded in a wide range of life and professional experience. I work with adults from diverse backgrounds, with a trauma-informed lens to support you through whatever challenges you may be facing.
As starting therapy can sometimes feel daunting, I offer a free initial 20-minute consultation, either by phone, video conference or in person, to answer any questions you may have and help you feel confident in taking the next step.
My approach to therapy is integrative and depth-oriented. I draw on transpersonal, psychodynamic and humanistic thinking, alongside somatic therapy and IFS-informed parts work. This means therapy can attend to the whole of you: mind, body and, if it feels relevant to you, your sense of meaning. My style is non-prescriptive: I tailor our work to your needs and goals and meet you where you are. Rather than focusing solely on immediate symptoms or quick fixes, I aim to support lasting change, helping you build self-awareness and resilience.
I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is central to the healing process. In a calm, supportive and non-judgmental space, and at a pace that suits you, we can explore both the visible and hidden obstacles that may be holding you back and work towards greater clarity, purpose and fulfilment in your life and relationships.
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
From £85 per session
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
From £85 per session
Hi, I'm Shu. I’m an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, and I work with adults who may be struggling with anxiety, burnout, self-doubt, relationships, identity or changes in their lives.
Many of the people I work with are used to being the one who copes, gets on with things and is there for other people. From the outside, you might seem capable and together, while inside things feel very different. You may have spent so long meeting expectations or adapting to what others need that it’s become harder to know what you need yourself.
You might also know what it’s like to feel slightly on the outside looking in, or to feel that different parts of you belong in different places. Sometimes there isn’t one obvious reason for coming to therapy, just a sense that something doesn’t feel right, or that you don’t want to keep carrying on in quite the same way.
As an integrative therapist, I draw on person-centred and psychodynamic approaches. In practice, this means I don’t work to a set formula. We start with you, what’s happening in your life and what feels important to understand or work through.
The relationship we build is an important part of that. Therapy with me is a space where you don’t have to edit yourself, fit a role or be who others expect you to be. As we get to know each other and trust develops, there can be more room for the thoughts, feelings and parts of yourself that you might usually keep back. And gradually, being able to be more yourself in therapy can make it easier to do that in your relationships outside the room too.
We can also look at where some of your feelings or ways of coping might come from. That might mean exploring earlier experiences and relationships, or noticing patterns that keep showing up in your life now. It’s not about endlessly looking backwards, but understanding how your experiences have shaped you and what you might want to do differently.
I won’t tell you what to do or assume what’s right for you. We’ll work together to understand what’s going on, make sense of the things that have perhaps felt difficult to put into words, and help you find your own way forward.
You can find out more on my website: www.shubeckwith.com
Humanistic Integrative Counsellor
From £80 per session
Humanistic Integrative Counsellor
From £80 per session
I am an experienced, fully qualified, BACP registered therapist working with adults 18+. I offer a safe & supportive environment, in-room, online or on the telephone. You can bring something specific that might be impacting you or you may want to explore something in order to understand it more deeply.
My therapeutic approach is gentle and supportive that sees you as a whole person, not just the challenges you are facing. I believe that every person has the capacity for change and growth and I will support you to make sense of your experiences, finding a way forward with space and support.
In our sessions, you will have the chance to talk openly and be truly heard. I am not there to tell you what to do or to offer quick solutions or fixes. Instead, I will be alongside you and you explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Over time, this can hlep you gain more clarity, confidence and self-understanding.
Sessions last 50 minutes and are usually held once a week. The cost is £80 per session. I offer a free 15 minute introductory chat, so you can tell me a little about what's bringing you to therapy and to get a feel for how it might be to work together.
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
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.
Couples therapist
From £160 per session
Couples therapist
From £160 per session
I am a highly experienced, professionally qualified couples and relationship therapist. My aim is to help my clients understand what is not working and why and help them work towards positive changes that will enhance their partnership
My initial training was in psychodynamic couples therapy, but over the years I have trained in CBT and Emotionally Focused Therapy. Integrating these ways of working with couples helps make sense of their relationship distress and helps them change negative patterns into more secure and safe connections.
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.
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/
Psychotherapist and Counsellor
From £100 per session
Psychotherapist and Counsellor
From £100 per session
I enjoy working with those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress and the effects of trauma. If you are having trouble sleeping, I can help you with that too. I also have had great success with those who are struggling with work-life balance or where they feel their workplace is toxic. My background in education has meant that many students come to me with exam anxiety or any other school or university issue that is proving problematic.
Being a solution focused therapist, my aim to make myself redundant as soon as possible. I aim to help you find methods to understand your current situation and then to help you find or develop coping skills so that you can manage on your own. I do not sign you up to a course of treatment. If and when you return for the next session will always be your choice.
Pyschotherapist and ADHD CCSP Coach
From £60 per session
Pyschotherapist and ADHD CCSP Coach
From £60 per session
I am a psychodynamic counsellor, ADHD-CCSP Coach, and Registered Member of the BACP. I hold an MA in Special Needs and Inclusion and specialise in supporting neurodivergent adults and women navigating menopause and midlife transitions.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in recurring patterns, or struggling with changes in their identity, relationships, or sense of self. My approach combines psychodynamic understanding with a compassionate, collaborative style, offering a safe space to explore both current difficulties and the deeper emotional experiences that may be shaping them.
I am particularly interested in helping people make sense of neurodivergence, burnout, masking, identity changes, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My aim is to help clients develop greater self-understanding, emotional resilience, and a more compassionate relationship with themselves.
I work psychodynamically, helping clients understand the emotional and relational patterns that may be contributing to feelings of overwhelm, burnout, anxiety, identity struggles, or relationship difficulties. Together, we create a safe and compassionate space to explore your experiences at your own pace, with the aim of developing greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and a more authentic relationship with yourself and others.
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.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Counsellor
From £70 per session
Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Counsellor
From £70 per session
I am a fully qualified and very experienced, psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor, who offers individual therapy sessions through my private practice in several central London locations (City/ Farringdon and West Hampstead). Alongside my private practice I work in the NHS adult trauma service at the Tavistock Clinic, and am a founder member of the Trauma Therapy Network. I have wide experience working with adults of all ages, who come into therapy for many different reasons including trauma and abuse, stress, anxiety and depression, relationship difficulties, sexuality and bullying, eating disorders, life crisis and breakdown. I offer a safe confidential place to talk and work through painful experiences and feelings and work towards change.
Everyone is different so whatever your own personal reasons for seeking therapy, I offer a safe and confidential place to talk and to achieve positive changes. My starting point is you, beginning with an initial consultation to talk together about what's troubling you and how we can work together through therapy sessions.
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 £105 per session
Psychotherapist
From £105 per session
I’m the Clinical Director and Founder of Balance Psychotherapy, a small clinic based in Kensington and Ruislip, created to support clients living with neurodiversity, emotional intensity, or trauma.
I meet clients in person and online, offering an initial, non-binding consultation to explore your needs and consider how therapy could help. I usually offer an initial block of eight sessions, with a review and summary at the end. This gives us space to work with focus and direction. If needed, therapy can continue beyond that.
My approach is blended approach that affirm neurodiversity and support authenticity. I draw on EMDR to support trauma recovery, DBT to help with emotional regulation, impulsivity and relationship challenges, EFT for emotional processing, mindfulness-based interventions to improve attention, reduce anxiety and ACT to reduce shame, increase self-compassion, and CBT for time and task management. I aim to offer a calm, thoughtful space where you feel safe to do the work you need.
Between sessions, you’ll have access to guided resources recorded by me and available through the Spotify/Apple Podcasts. These tools are there to support your progress in daily life but always at your own pace.
Therapy with me is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to you. You’re not expected to fit into a method. Together, we’ll find what works.
With a strong academic background (two master of science in psychotherapy), I am able to tailor therapy to each individual, blending approaches such as
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) best for trauma
EFT (Emotion Focussed Therapy) best for emotional processing
DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy) for emotional regulation, impulsivity, relationship challenges
Mindfulness and Integrative Restoration (iRest)
ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) best for shame, motivation, identity and self-compassion
Supportive psychodynamic therapy for chronic shame, trauma, rejection sensitivity
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) best for executive disfunction, negative self-talk, planning difficulties, etc.
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.
Psychotherapist and Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
From £75 per session
Psychotherapist and Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
From £75 per session
I will meet you with warmth and empathy, and a commitment to support you finding your own unique way of accessing greater emotional stability, choiceful-ness and fulfilment. My therapeutic style is holistic, embodied, culturally sensitive and open to creativity.
I am skilled in working with a wide range of issues, including lack of confidence and ease within oneself, trauma, low mood and anxiety, difference and disconnection in relationships, the impact of life changes and transitions, feeling stuck or directionless, difficulties understanding one’s own emotions, needs and identity, grief and loss, and more.
In our sessions, I will create a space for you to explore your experiences in a way that honours and values your unique way of being in the world. I will accompany you step by step as we listen to and attend to various parts of you, including those that may have not had the chance to be heard before. I will support you exploring and expanding your sense of self, working towards wholeness and integration.
My role is to facilitate and nurture the conditions where healing and growth can happen, to support you identifying and valuing your resources, while also developing new ones, so that, at the end of your therapeutic journey, you can continue growing and learning independently and with self-awareness.
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.
Psychothrapist
From £65 per session
Psychothrapist
From £65 per session
I grew up in Yorkshire but moved to London in my twenties and love it. I have spent most of my working career in Human Resources but in my early forties I decided to follow my interest in personal growth and trained as a psychotherapist.
I’m an integrative psychotherapist (PG Dip. UKCP) which means I’m able to draw on many different therapeutic approaches in our work together. My main focus is to be present with you, listen and talk things through and that’s what we’ll spend most of our sessions doing. However if you’re open to it, and it’s appropriate for you, there are a number of tools I might use such as EFT, working with dreams, visualisations or working with parts in an IFS informed way.
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.
Psychologist
From £125 per session
Psychologist
From £125 per session
I am a Counselling Psychologist and feel incredibly lucky to do a job that I love. I offer a warm, supportive, and down-to-earth approach to therapy, with a focus on creating a safe, non-judgemental space where you can talk openly and feel understood.
I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all style of therapy so our work will be guided by the therapeutic model that seems best suited to you. This includes drawing on approaches such as: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused CBT, and Parent-infant approaches, such as Circle of Security Parenting and video-feedback interventions. The focus is always on what will best support your needs and goals.
Integrative Relational Counsellor
From £65 per session
Integrative Relational Counsellor
From £65 per session
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a fully qualified Integrative Relational Counsellor committed to supporting you through whatever challenges, concerns or difficult feelings you may currently be facing. The relationship that we build will form the foundation of our work and together, we can create a collaborative space where you feel able to explore and make sense of your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.
I believe counselling provides an opportunity for you to reconnect with who you really are, fostering greater confidence, resilience and self-awareness. My approach is integrative, meaning I tailor our work to your unique needs by drawing from different but complementary therapeutic approaches, such as psychodynamic and humanistic. This allows us to explore the behaviours and patterns that may be holding you back and find new ways of relating to yourself and others.
Perhaps you are struggling with low self esteem and need support at a difficult time in your life? Or maybe you would like to explore difficult feelings such as anger, depression or anxiety? Are challenging relationships impacting your daily life? Or maybe painful suppressed childhood experiences and emotions are holding you back? These are all things that we can work together to explore within the context of your life story. Whatever your situation and needs I work with warmth, empathy and curiosity to enable you to develop the tools and insights needed to move forward and make choices that feel right for you.
I offer sessions in person in Wimbledon which offers easy access to the surrounding areas. I also work online. Sessions can be either short term (6-12 weeks) or long term
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.
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