Counselling in AL1

Photo of Michelle Pritchard - Michelle Pritchard Counselling & Psychotherapy, Counsellor, MBACP
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with painful emotions you find hard to share with others? I am a fully qualified, experienced, BACP- registered psychotherapist providing a safe, supportive space to help you feel heard and understood. I work with people from all walks of life; students grappling with the complexities of life, women at all stages; motherhood, relationship breakdown, work or menopause and those facing bereavement, exploring sexuality or gripped by depression. You'll find me an attentive and patient listener. I'll work at your pace and help you to find your way through your challenges.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or struggling with painful emotions you find hard to share with others? I am a fully qualified, experienced, BACP- registered psychotherapist providing a safe, supportive space to help you feel heard and understood. I work with people from all walks of life; students grappling with the complexities of life, women at all stages; motherhood, relationship breakdown, work or menopause and those facing bereavement, exploring sexuality or gripped by depression. You'll find me an attentive and patient listener. I'll work at your pace and help you to find your way through your challenges.
01727 222363 View 01727 222363
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Max Ryz
Psychotherapist, HCPC-Art Therap.
Serves Area
If you are struggling with your emotions, relationships or feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, psychotherapy could help bring about meaningful change. I provide a non-judgmental space to explore underlying dynamics and emotional conflicts. Gaining a better understanding of yourself can make it possible to move away from the unhelpful patterns and can help facilitate healthy developments within your personal and professional life.
If you are struggling with your emotions, relationships or feel stuck in unhelpful patterns, psychotherapy could help bring about meaningful change. I provide a non-judgmental space to explore underlying dynamics and emotional conflicts. Gaining a better understanding of yourself can make it possible to move away from the unhelpful patterns and can help facilitate healthy developments within your personal and professional life.
01727 638977 View 01727 638977
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Alex Dalziel
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
I am an experienced, qualified and approachable psychotherapist working with individual adults. Feelings of depression, anxiety or a lack of direction or meaning in life need to be understood in a broad context. By looking at our whole life we can uncover who we really are and where we wish to go. I offer a safe space where troublesome, dark and difficult feelings can be examined and explored - by bringing them into the light we open up the possibility of facing and understanding them.
I am an experienced, qualified and approachable psychotherapist working with individual adults. Feelings of depression, anxiety or a lack of direction or meaning in life need to be understood in a broad context. By looking at our whole life we can uncover who we really are and where we wish to go. I offer a safe space where troublesome, dark and difficult feelings can be examined and explored - by bringing them into the light we open up the possibility of facing and understanding them.
01923 961223 View 01923 961223
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Sue Adams
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Taking the step to ask for help is often the hardest thing we do. I think as adults we feel as if we "should be able to cope" or "others have it harder" and that in some way needing help or someone to talk to in difficult times is showing a weakness. We invest time and money in keeping our bodies in shape and while that is the vehicle that gets us through our life we need to care for our other parts too. Our emotions and our relationships constantly need recognition and yet we only seek help when we reach a crisis point. So whether you are at a crisis point or struggling with anxiety, depression or a bereavement I am here to help.
Taking the step to ask for help is often the hardest thing we do. I think as adults we feel as if we "should be able to cope" or "others have it harder" and that in some way needing help or someone to talk to in difficult times is showing a weakness. We invest time and money in keeping our bodies in shape and while that is the vehicle that gets us through our life we need to care for our other parts too. Our emotions and our relationships constantly need recognition and yet we only seek help when we reach a crisis point. So whether you are at a crisis point or struggling with anxiety, depression or a bereavement I am here to help.
01727 733176 View 01727 733176
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Ieva Watson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
Living with OCD and low self-esteem can feel exhausting. You might find yourself caught up in OCD rituals or compulsive behaviours, unable to enjoy the things you once loved. On the outside, you put on a brave face, but inside you may be fighting a quiet battle of fear, self-doubt, and constant self-criticism. It can feel as though no one truly understands — leaving you lonely, ashamed, and searching for the right support. Therapy for OCD and low self-esteem can help you find relief, rebuild confidence, and begin moving toward the life you want.
Living with OCD and low self-esteem can feel exhausting. You might find yourself caught up in OCD rituals or compulsive behaviours, unable to enjoy the things you once loved. On the outside, you put on a brave face, but inside you may be fighting a quiet battle of fear, self-doubt, and constant self-criticism. It can feel as though no one truly understands — leaving you lonely, ashamed, and searching for the right support. Therapy for OCD and low self-esteem can help you find relief, rebuild confidence, and begin moving toward the life you want.
01992 932197 View 01992 932197
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Daniel Kent
Counsellor, COSRT Accred
Serves Area
Are you struggling with intimacy, desire, or arousal? Maybe you are feeling disconnected in your relationship, unsure about your sexual needs or you just don’t know how to express what’s going on for you. Whatever your reasons for coming to therapy, I am here to help. I support adults & couples experiencing sexual & relationship difficulties inc. infidelity, arousal, anxiety, sex & porn addiction & relationship challenges. I work with polyamory, ENM, kink & BDSM & welcome people of all genders and sexualities. I also work with a range of psychological difficulties inc. anxiety, depression, self-esteem & identity concerns.
Are you struggling with intimacy, desire, or arousal? Maybe you are feeling disconnected in your relationship, unsure about your sexual needs or you just don’t know how to express what’s going on for you. Whatever your reasons for coming to therapy, I am here to help. I support adults & couples experiencing sexual & relationship difficulties inc. infidelity, arousal, anxiety, sex & porn addiction & relationship challenges. I work with polyamory, ENM, kink & BDSM & welcome people of all genders and sexualities. I also work with a range of psychological difficulties inc. anxiety, depression, self-esteem & identity concerns.
01727 326426 View 01727 326426
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Jo Derry
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
I am an experienced counsellor/psychotherapist. I consider it of utmost importance that we build a strong and supportive therapeutic relationship within which you can feel safe and trusting enough to discuss and explore whatever is going on for you. I am here to listen and will not judge what you have to say. I'm here to help you feel better by making sense of the things that you think and feel and to empower you to make your own choices about how you move forward in your life. You can trust that I will act in your best interests at all times and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions.
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Simon Ziff
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I am a qualified and experienced therapist. I specialise in helping my clients who are experiencing problems relating to addiction, alcohol dependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma and other addictions. I offer a warm and empathetic approach in a comfortable and intimate environment. Life can bring its struggles which, for many can lead to the above issues. The impact of our behaviour and anxiety often tips from being manageable to suddenly interfering with daily life, affecting you, your work and the people around you. If you can relate to any of these situations, then let me help.
I am a qualified and experienced therapist. I specialise in helping my clients who are experiencing problems relating to addiction, alcohol dependency, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and childhood trauma and other addictions. I offer a warm and empathetic approach in a comfortable and intimate environment. Life can bring its struggles which, for many can lead to the above issues. The impact of our behaviour and anxiety often tips from being manageable to suddenly interfering with daily life, affecting you, your work and the people around you. If you can relate to any of these situations, then let me help.
020 4572 4994 View 020 4572 4994
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Dr Ellen Mackey
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I'm an online and Hertfordshire based Clinical Psychologist supporting Autistic young people, young adults and their families around mental wellbeing, sleep and understanding behaviours of distress. I offer interventions directly with young people, adults and/or with parents/ carers and families. I can support around challenges with anxiety, low mood, emotional regulation and sleep. I also offer work around aspects of understanding diagnosis, identity and self-esteem. I can offer Cognitive Assessments to identify strengths and areas of need to support with mental wellbeing and education of young people.
I'm an online and Hertfordshire based Clinical Psychologist supporting Autistic young people, young adults and their families around mental wellbeing, sleep and understanding behaviours of distress. I offer interventions directly with young people, adults and/or with parents/ carers and families. I can support around challenges with anxiety, low mood, emotional regulation and sleep. I also offer work around aspects of understanding diagnosis, identity and self-esteem. I can offer Cognitive Assessments to identify strengths and areas of need to support with mental wellbeing and education of young people.
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Dr Devina Patel
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
I’ve been a qualified Clinical Psychologist since 2015, with over 18 years’ experience supporting children, adults, and families across the NHS, private, and education sectors. I enjoy working with clients who feel stuck with anxiety, depression, or grief, and have a special interest in supporting mums-to-be and new mums through pregnancy and the postnatal period. I’m passionate about providing culturally sensitive support to individuals from ethnic minority communities. Together, we can work towards greater understanding, healthier coping strategies, and positive change. Begin your journey to better emotional wellbeing.
I’ve been a qualified Clinical Psychologist since 2015, with over 18 years’ experience supporting children, adults, and families across the NHS, private, and education sectors. I enjoy working with clients who feel stuck with anxiety, depression, or grief, and have a special interest in supporting mums-to-be and new mums through pregnancy and the postnatal period. I’m passionate about providing culturally sensitive support to individuals from ethnic minority communities. Together, we can work towards greater understanding, healthier coping strategies, and positive change. Begin your journey to better emotional wellbeing.
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Mariangela Milioto
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
Want to explore what's brought you to therapy in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental setting? I'm an Integrative psychotherapist - the essence of my practice is to work with you transparently and with warmth, empathy, humour and gentle challenge.  Perhaps you’re struggling - feeling alone and isolated.  Maybe you’re overwhelmed, depressed, burnt out or anxious.  It could be that what you’re experiencing isn’t any of these - maybe you don't feel yourself and you don’t know why.  If you’re experiencing any of these feelings, sharing your burden through counselling can help.
Want to explore what's brought you to therapy in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental setting? I'm an Integrative psychotherapist - the essence of my practice is to work with you transparently and with warmth, empathy, humour and gentle challenge.  Perhaps you’re struggling - feeling alone and isolated.  Maybe you’re overwhelmed, depressed, burnt out or anxious.  It could be that what you’re experiencing isn’t any of these - maybe you don't feel yourself and you don’t know why.  If you’re experiencing any of these feelings, sharing your burden through counselling can help.
01582 377470 View 01582 377470
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Marie McGeechan
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Serves Area
I specialise in EMDR and CBT and have worked in mental health since 2011. EMDR and CBT are effective psychological therapies in treating a range of anxiety disorders as well as depression. I have worked across a range of psychological settings throughout my career. I am passionate about helping those I work with in a collaborative way, ensuing you feel empowered about your mental health and the work we will do together.
I specialise in EMDR and CBT and have worked in mental health since 2011. EMDR and CBT are effective psychological therapies in treating a range of anxiety disorders as well as depression. I have worked across a range of psychological settings throughout my career. I am passionate about helping those I work with in a collaborative way, ensuing you feel empowered about your mental health and the work we will do together.
01236 800668 View 01236 800668
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Mariette Bothma
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Serves Area
Do you struggle with your emotions? Or are you struggling in your relationships, whether this is at work, or in your personal life? Or maybe you have experienced a trauma that you have not worked through? Or perhaps you suffer from depression or an anxiety disorder? I offer a safe and compassionate space, where you can contemplate all of these difficulties and reach a deeper understanding of yourself, as well as develop strategies to manage your difficulties. In working with me, you will also be helped to feel more anchored to your values and how you want to show up in your life.
Do you struggle with your emotions? Or are you struggling in your relationships, whether this is at work, or in your personal life? Or maybe you have experienced a trauma that you have not worked through? Or perhaps you suffer from depression or an anxiety disorder? I offer a safe and compassionate space, where you can contemplate all of these difficulties and reach a deeper understanding of yourself, as well as develop strategies to manage your difficulties. In working with me, you will also be helped to feel more anchored to your values and how you want to show up in your life.
01438 584573 View 01438 584573
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Dr Iqbal Mohiuddin
Psychiatrist, MBBS
Serves Area
I have assessed and holistically treated thousands of NHS patients for over 25 years as a British GMC registered doctor and psychiatrist. I have also been a private Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry since 2008. I have successfully treated over a thousand private patients throughout the UK suffering from a wide variety of mental health problems including Adult ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and Panic disorders, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Psychosis, Alcohol dependence, and Addiction. We also offer supervised Home Alcohol Detox for moderate Alcohol Dependence. I can help you to recover too. I can see you in 7-10 days.
I have assessed and holistically treated thousands of NHS patients for over 25 years as a British GMC registered doctor and psychiatrist. I have also been a private Consultant Psychiatrist in General Adult Psychiatry since 2008. I have successfully treated over a thousand private patients throughout the UK suffering from a wide variety of mental health problems including Adult ADHD, Depression, Anxiety and Panic disorders, OCD, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, Psychosis, Alcohol dependence, and Addiction. We also offer supervised Home Alcohol Detox for moderate Alcohol Dependence. I can help you to recover too. I can see you in 7-10 days.
01582 368253 View 01582 368253
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Luminous Minds Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to manage your emotions? You might be dealing with anxiety, low mood, or the impact of difficult past experiences. We support adults, children, young people, and families who feel misunderstood, emotionally overwhelmed, or who are finding things difficult at home, at school, or in relationships. We offer a calm, supportive space to explore what’s going on, helping you feel more in control and better able to understand and manage what you’re going through.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or struggling to manage your emotions? You might be dealing with anxiety, low mood, or the impact of difficult past experiences. We support adults, children, young people, and families who feel misunderstood, emotionally overwhelmed, or who are finding things difficult at home, at school, or in relationships. We offer a calm, supportive space to explore what’s going on, helping you feel more in control and better able to understand and manage what you’re going through.
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Debbie Hague
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
Hi, I’m Debbie and I have expertise and proven experience of helping clients, from all walks of life and diversity, move forward with their lives. Perhaps your issues come from a difficult past or childhood abuse or trauma? I help with self esteem and identity, stress, anxiety and sleep issues. Or maybe you are struggling with your relationship or the aftermath of the pandemic. I provide a calm and safe environment in which to explore what is important to you and at your own pace.
01438 584449 View 01438 584449
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Kate Le Versha
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Being a qualified and accredited psychodynamic therapist means I am able to offer you an open, confidential space to explore in depth, to gain insight into your life and concerns. An opportunity to find hope and curiosity, make sense of your experiences, thoughts and feelings, and transform the way you might understand yourself, others and our world. Grounded in Psychoanalytic theory and practice, I offer in-person sessions in Central London and online sessions for those across the UK and internationally. I work with those seeking long-term psychotherapy, who wish to gain insight into their past and present, future hopes.
Being a qualified and accredited psychodynamic therapist means I am able to offer you an open, confidential space to explore in depth, to gain insight into your life and concerns. An opportunity to find hope and curiosity, make sense of your experiences, thoughts and feelings, and transform the way you might understand yourself, others and our world. Grounded in Psychoanalytic theory and practice, I offer in-person sessions in Central London and online sessions for those across the UK and internationally. I work with those seeking long-term psychotherapy, who wish to gain insight into their past and present, future hopes.
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Jane Franks
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Life is complicated, sometimes full of challenges which can become easier to cope with when someone non-judgemental really listens to you, enabling you to navigate a way forward. I am able to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore whatever difficulties you may be facing. I offer both short term therapy and longer open-ended work, the choice is yours. Each client is unique and I work according to your needs. I specialise in couples, adults and young people coping with the complexities life can throw, often causing anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
Life is complicated, sometimes full of challenges which can become easier to cope with when someone non-judgemental really listens to you, enabling you to navigate a way forward. I am able to offer a safe and confidential space for you to explore whatever difficulties you may be facing. I offer both short term therapy and longer open-ended work, the choice is yours. Each client is unique and I work according to your needs. I specialise in couples, adults and young people coping with the complexities life can throw, often causing anxiety, depression and low self-esteem.
01923 961439 View 01923 961439
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Lisa Cleevely
Verified Verified
Serves Area
You may be feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or exhausted from trying to make sense of potential or confirmed ADHD, autism, or ongoing mental health difficulties. Perhaps you’re seeking clarity through assessment, or support that truly understands how neurodivergence shows up in everyday life - in education, at work, in relationships, or within your family. You want answers, reassurance, and support that feels respectful, not rushed or dismissive.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or exhausted from trying to make sense of potential or confirmed ADHD, autism, or ongoing mental health difficulties. Perhaps you’re seeking clarity through assessment, or support that truly understands how neurodivergence shows up in everyday life - in education, at work, in relationships, or within your family. You want answers, reassurance, and support that feels respectful, not rushed or dismissive.
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Natasha Devine
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We can all experience difficult times in our lives that throw us off course. Sometimes we can also feel that we are operating at 100 miles an hour but getting nowhere fast. Stressed and burnt out you can’t seem to focus properly and day to day living can feel too much, affecting your ability to cope. You can feel so alone and misunderstood, trapped within a vicious cycle of negative thinking and self-criticism. Anxiety, depression and low self-esteem can keep you in a dark place. However, with help and support you can begin to break free and focus on your own needs.
We can all experience difficult times in our lives that throw us off course. Sometimes we can also feel that we are operating at 100 miles an hour but getting nowhere fast. Stressed and burnt out you can’t seem to focus properly and day to day living can feel too much, affecting your ability to cope. You can feel so alone and misunderstood, trapped within a vicious cycle of negative thinking and self-criticism. Anxiety, depression and low self-esteem can keep you in a dark place. However, with help and support you can begin to break free and focus on your own needs.
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in AL1

100+

Average cost per session

£80

Counsellors in AL1 who prioritize treating:

93% Anxiety
88% Depression
82% Self Esteem
74% Stress
71% Relationship Issues
62% Trauma and PTSD
55% Bereavement

Average years in practice

11 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

72% Aviva
63% WPA
61% Bupa

How Counsellors in AL1 see their clients

83% In Person and Online
17% Online Only

Gender breakdown

80% Female
20% Male