Chronic Illness Counselling in N6

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Selena Doggett-Jones
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
I support couples and indivduals facing chronic illness, cultural and religious difference and many other challenges.
Are you anxious about your relationship?  It can be very daunting and even feel shameful or disloyal to approach a therapist about personal problems in your relationship or the fact that you aren't in one or find it hard to sustain one.  We seek help for other concerns why not with relationship problems?  Therapists, like carpenters have tools to offer that can help you make repairs. Speaking about your concerns aloud with an experienced and empathetic listener can disempower the anxiety so the work of recovery can begin.  I have enjoyed working in the NHS and privately over many years on relationship and sexual problems.
I support couples and indivduals facing chronic illness, cultural and religious difference and many other challenges.
Are you anxious about your relationship?  It can be very daunting and even feel shameful or disloyal to approach a therapist about personal problems in your relationship or the fact that you aren't in one or find it hard to sustain one.  We seek help for other concerns why not with relationship problems?  Therapists, like carpenters have tools to offer that can help you make repairs. Speaking about your concerns aloud with an experienced and empathetic listener can disempower the anxiety so the work of recovery can begin.  I have enjoyed working in the NHS and privately over many years on relationship and sexual problems.
020 3962 0554 View 020 3962 0554
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Dr Gulshan Vazir
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist working in North London. I offer short and long-term therapy for various issues in the areas of adjustment and stress/coping concerns (home, school, work), mental health (i.e. anxiety, depression, PTSD), relationship based difficulties (working with couples and families), severe mental health illness including bipolar, personality disorders and addictions. My training includes Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Existential Therapy. I also have experience in physical health conditions and end of life care.
I am a HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist working in North London. I offer short and long-term therapy for various issues in the areas of adjustment and stress/coping concerns (home, school, work), mental health (i.e. anxiety, depression, PTSD), relationship based difficulties (working with couples and families), severe mental health illness including bipolar, personality disorders and addictions. My training includes Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Existential Therapy. I also have experience in physical health conditions and end of life care.
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Dr Gabriella Haeems
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London N6  (Online Only)
Having worked within the NHS since 2010, I have experience supporting children, young people and adults with a range of concerns. More recently, I have specialist experience supporting young people and families impacted by a physical health condition. I am able to offer flexible and individualised evidence based support in a time sensitive manner.
Having worked within the NHS since 2010, I have experience supporting children, young people and adults with a range of concerns. More recently, I have specialist experience supporting young people and families impacted by a physical health condition. I am able to offer flexible and individualised evidence based support in a time sensitive manner.
020 4538 2916 View 020 4538 2916
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London Accessible Psychotherapy Independent Svc
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
LAPIS serves people with disabilities, carers and NHS workers/ healthworkers. LAPIS addresses the disadvantage in accessing therapy so people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and life-changing physical health issues as well as those with learning disorders such as ASD and ADHD can address mental health issues. We do this by making available an accessible service that offers specialist Counselling and Psychotherapy as a low cost service that we strive to make available to all.
LAPIS serves people with disabilities, carers and NHS workers/ healthworkers. LAPIS addresses the disadvantage in accessing therapy so people with physical disabilities, learning disabilities and life-changing physical health issues as well as those with learning disorders such as ASD and ADHD can address mental health issues. We do this by making available an accessible service that offers specialist Counselling and Psychotherapy as a low cost service that we strive to make available to all.
07480 783279 View 07480 783279
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Dror Cohen
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
I offer individual therapy for adults and adolescents, as well as parental counselling. I am also available for clinical supervision for psychologists and psychotherapists. I currently work as a lead psychologist for an adult health psychology service in a NHS teaching hospital. In this role I offer specialised therapy to adults and young adults with a range of psychological difficulties that include depression, anxiety, impulsivity, psycho sexual difficulties, post-traumatic stress disorder, autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder.
I offer individual therapy for adults and adolescents, as well as parental counselling. I am also available for clinical supervision for psychologists and psychotherapists. I currently work as a lead psychologist for an adult health psychology service in a NHS teaching hospital. In this role I offer specialised therapy to adults and young adults with a range of psychological difficulties that include depression, anxiety, impulsivity, psycho sexual difficulties, post-traumatic stress disorder, autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder.
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Dr Darragh James O'Shea
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
As a registered practitioner psychologist with over 10 Years of experience in the national health service (NHS), I'm passionate about helping individuals create positive change in their lives. My approach integrates cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and eye movement desensitisation therapy (EMDR) to provide you with the tools and support you need to achieve your goals. In addition to my work in the NHS as a principal psychologist and clinical supervisor, I hold a small private practice. The aim of which is to provide safe and effective therapy to those seeking support outside of the NHS.
As a registered practitioner psychologist with over 10 Years of experience in the national health service (NHS), I'm passionate about helping individuals create positive change in their lives. My approach integrates cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and eye movement desensitisation therapy (EMDR) to provide you with the tools and support you need to achieve your goals. In addition to my work in the NHS as a principal psychologist and clinical supervisor, I hold a small private practice. The aim of which is to provide safe and effective therapy to those seeking support outside of the NHS.
020 3701 7918 View 020 3701 7918
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Katerina Georgiou
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
I'm a clinical supervisor and a UKCP and BACP-accredited Gestalt individual, couples and group psychotherapist working in private practice and in a GP surgery. I'm also a music industry therapist and group facilitator. Outside of therapy, I'm the host and founder of the music and mental health podcast Sound Affects, as well as the author of How to Understand and Deal with Stress, How to Understand and Deal with Health Anxiety and Your Mind Matters: How to Talk about Your Mental Health. I was previously an honorary therapist for Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust and I'm a former Samaritans helpline listener.
I'm a clinical supervisor and a UKCP and BACP-accredited Gestalt individual, couples and group psychotherapist working in private practice and in a GP surgery. I'm also a music industry therapist and group facilitator. Outside of therapy, I'm the host and founder of the music and mental health podcast Sound Affects, as well as the author of How to Understand and Deal with Stress, How to Understand and Deal with Health Anxiety and Your Mind Matters: How to Talk about Your Mental Health. I was previously an honorary therapist for Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust and I'm a former Samaritans helpline listener.
020 3962 1270 View 020 3962 1270
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Dr Pamela Lawson
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified Verified
I am a Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist registered with the BPS, HCPC, UKCP and EMDR UK. I offer psychotherapy sessions to adults in a variety of formats from brief therapy (6-20 sessions), where I take a targeted approach on specific issues, to longer term therapy where a more exploratory approach is used. I have 15 years' experience working in clinical settings, including the NHS, higher education, bereavement service and women's health. I now work exclusively in private practice, both in-person and online. I also offer clinical supervision for trainees and qualified psychotherapists.
I am a Counselling Psychologist and Psychotherapist registered with the BPS, HCPC, UKCP and EMDR UK. I offer psychotherapy sessions to adults in a variety of formats from brief therapy (6-20 sessions), where I take a targeted approach on specific issues, to longer term therapy where a more exploratory approach is used. I have 15 years' experience working in clinical settings, including the NHS, higher education, bereavement service and women's health. I now work exclusively in private practice, both in-person and online. I also offer clinical supervision for trainees and qualified psychotherapists.
020 3910 8377 View 020 3910 8377
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Sharon Breen
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hi and a warm welcome to my counselling page. I have 10+ years experience helping people manage stress, anxiety and self-critical, bullying thoughts so they can live a more relaxed, fulfilling life. Many people come to me struggling with relationships with family and friends, wanting to explore and try to improve this. I offer practical strategies to help you cope better, alongside deeper exploration of unhelpful behavioural patterns to support longer term change in your mental health and well being. If this sounds like you, why not get in touch and let's get started on your journey to wellness.
Hi and a warm welcome to my counselling page. I have 10+ years experience helping people manage stress, anxiety and self-critical, bullying thoughts so they can live a more relaxed, fulfilling life. Many people come to me struggling with relationships with family and friends, wanting to explore and try to improve this. I offer practical strategies to help you cope better, alongside deeper exploration of unhelpful behavioural patterns to support longer term change in your mental health and well being. If this sounds like you, why not get in touch and let's get started on your journey to wellness.
020 3389 7524 View 020 3389 7524
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Sara Poss
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Are you yearning for change in your life but finding yourself unsure of where to begin?My therapeutic approach is systemic and solution focused. Instead of treating the troubled parts of ourselves as problems to get rid of, the method reveals them as aspects that want to be seen. By exploring the underlying, and often unseen, dynamics of an issue, new understandings and fresh insight can be revealed. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns. My aim is to help you gain a deeper understanding of the root causes of your distress, empowering you to find solutions and move forward in your life.
Are you yearning for change in your life but finding yourself unsure of where to begin?My therapeutic approach is systemic and solution focused. Instead of treating the troubled parts of ourselves as problems to get rid of, the method reveals them as aspects that want to be seen. By exploring the underlying, and often unseen, dynamics of an issue, new understandings and fresh insight can be revealed. I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns. My aim is to help you gain a deeper understanding of the root causes of your distress, empowering you to find solutions and move forward in your life.
020 3908 5066 View 020 3908 5066
Photo of Alexia Lonnoy, Psychotherapist in N6, England
Alexia Lonnoy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
I am a UKCP and BPA-accredited Psychotherapist specialised in psychodrama psychotherapy and holding an MSc in Theoretical Psychoanalysis from UCL where I graduated with Distinctions. I offer psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and groups. In the NHS I offer psychotherapy to people considered to have complex and enduring psychological difficulties. Through an integration of traditional verbal techniques and modern embodied methods regulating the nervous system, I assist you in both uncovering the underlying reasons behind your behaviors as well as facilitating your healing process.
I am a UKCP and BPA-accredited Psychotherapist specialised in psychodrama psychotherapy and holding an MSc in Theoretical Psychoanalysis from UCL where I graduated with Distinctions. I offer psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and groups. In the NHS I offer psychotherapy to people considered to have complex and enduring psychological difficulties. Through an integration of traditional verbal techniques and modern embodied methods regulating the nervous system, I assist you in both uncovering the underlying reasons behind your behaviors as well as facilitating your healing process.
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Chrissy King
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Are you facing overwhelming life events or stressful relationships and looking to talk to someone outside of your family or friendship groups for non-judgemental, caring and professional support? Or perhaps you have decided it’s time to find help managing difficult feelings, isolation, low self esteem or patterns of behaviour that are badly affecting your quality of life? Whatever has brought you here, I can offer you a warm, nurturing and confidential space in which to share and explore your thoughts and feelings. Working together we can find ways to understand and manage your problems which can lead to positive transformation.
Are you facing overwhelming life events or stressful relationships and looking to talk to someone outside of your family or friendship groups for non-judgemental, caring and professional support? Or perhaps you have decided it’s time to find help managing difficult feelings, isolation, low self esteem or patterns of behaviour that are badly affecting your quality of life? Whatever has brought you here, I can offer you a warm, nurturing and confidential space in which to share and explore your thoughts and feelings. Working together we can find ways to understand and manage your problems which can lead to positive transformation.
020 3835 2184 View 020 3835 2184
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Laura Hunter
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
When life’s road feels bumpier and then bumpier again therapy can shine a light on the causes and the best way forward. I will provide a safe, warm confidential environment, where we will identify, explore and work through what’s troubling you. Through our relationship and by working together we will discover and develop new ways of approaching life that will serve you better-ways which are less compromised by the past.
When life’s road feels bumpier and then bumpier again therapy can shine a light on the causes and the best way forward. I will provide a safe, warm confidential environment, where we will identify, explore and work through what’s troubling you. Through our relationship and by working together we will discover and develop new ways of approaching life that will serve you better-ways which are less compromised by the past.
07586 776023 View 07586 776023
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Rebecca Brough
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
London N6  (Online Only)
I offer assessment and psychological therapy to individuals and couples across the adult lifespan. I have particular expertise in PTSD, complex trauma, bereavement and grief, anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, health issues, work related stress and burnout, ADHD, eating issues, interpersonal, attachment and relationship difficulties. I am trained in and can offer a wide range of therapeutic approaches. I tailor therapy to your individual needs helping you to make sense of your difficulties and to find new ways of being that help you thrive. I predominantly use CAT, EMDR, CBT and neuroscience based mind-body approaches.
I offer assessment and psychological therapy to individuals and couples across the adult lifespan. I have particular expertise in PTSD, complex trauma, bereavement and grief, anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, health issues, work related stress and burnout, ADHD, eating issues, interpersonal, attachment and relationship difficulties. I am trained in and can offer a wide range of therapeutic approaches. I tailor therapy to your individual needs helping you to make sense of your difficulties and to find new ways of being that help you thrive. I predominantly use CAT, EMDR, CBT and neuroscience based mind-body approaches.
01227 538079 View 01227 538079
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Yesenia De Caires
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
I offer a safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore difficult and even traumatic events in your life. A place to process sudden changes in your life, or a place to grieve. A place to discover the patterns that you might have developed over time as a way to try protect yourself, and a place that facilitates change to get you closer to your true self, where you will be able to find harmony between what you think, feel and do. A place to explore your feelings and find a way of being that works for you, which might help to relieve symptoms of depression, anxiety, and feelings of anger and fear.
I offer a safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore difficult and even traumatic events in your life. A place to process sudden changes in your life, or a place to grieve. A place to discover the patterns that you might have developed over time as a way to try protect yourself, and a place that facilitates change to get you closer to your true self, where you will be able to find harmony between what you think, feel and do. A place to explore your feelings and find a way of being that works for you, which might help to relieve symptoms of depression, anxiety, and feelings of anger and fear.
020 3728 8339 View 020 3728 8339
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Melissa Casares
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N6  (Online Only)
Hello, I trained in the Humanistic Integrative approach which means I work with each person as an individual, and can utilise different approaches to therapy. My aim is to work with you, focusing on what you bring to therapy, at your pace. Making the decision to contact a therapist is a big step, and I'd like to work with you in a confidential, supportive way to make this a positive step for you. If you are experiencing relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety or just feel that you need someone outside of friends and family to talk to, please get in touch by email or phone.
Hello, I trained in the Humanistic Integrative approach which means I work with each person as an individual, and can utilise different approaches to therapy. My aim is to work with you, focusing on what you bring to therapy, at your pace. Making the decision to contact a therapist is a big step, and I'd like to work with you in a confidential, supportive way to make this a positive step for you. If you are experiencing relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety or just feel that you need someone outside of friends and family to talk to, please get in touch by email or phone.
07480 537789 View 07480 537789
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Little Bee Clinic
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Offering a fresh approach to psychological therapy from the young and vibrant Little Bee Clinic. We are here to support children, young people and families. Who are you? We are are a group of colleagues who aim to offer a modern approach to psychological therapy. We have all been trained as Clinical Psychologists, which means we have lots of experience working with children, young people and families.
Offering a fresh approach to psychological therapy from the young and vibrant Little Bee Clinic. We are here to support children, young people and families. Who are you? We are are a group of colleagues who aim to offer a modern approach to psychological therapy. We have all been trained as Clinical Psychologists, which means we have lots of experience working with children, young people and families.
020 3974 1825 View 020 3974 1825
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Philip Adam Wood
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
There are times in everyone's life when things can feel overwhelming. At others, we can find ourselves repeating unhelpful or destructive patterns in our behaviour or relationships. At these difficult, and sometimes very distressing times, therapy can, quite literally, be a life-saver. For others, therapy can be an exciting and challenging space for personal development, growth and exploration. I have worked in the field of mental health for over 20 years. I work in both the NHS and as a consultant in Private Practice. I am also a senior tutor at the Minster Centre a pre-eminent training organisation for Psychotherapists.
There are times in everyone's life when things can feel overwhelming. At others, we can find ourselves repeating unhelpful or destructive patterns in our behaviour or relationships. At these difficult, and sometimes very distressing times, therapy can, quite literally, be a life-saver. For others, therapy can be an exciting and challenging space for personal development, growth and exploration. I have worked in the field of mental health for over 20 years. I work in both the NHS and as a consultant in Private Practice. I am also a senior tutor at the Minster Centre a pre-eminent training organisation for Psychotherapists.
07480 639080 View 07480 639080
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Intra Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Trauma specialist psychotherapist. Providing a safe space to truly be yourself.  NHS experienced therapist prioritising your mental health and managing symptoms such as anxiety and depression, to help you grow and navigate through life. Workshop consultant focusing on wellbeing; working with stress, burnout, identity/cultural and family issues.
Trauma specialist psychotherapist. Providing a safe space to truly be yourself.  NHS experienced therapist prioritising your mental health and managing symptoms such as anxiety and depression, to help you grow and navigate through life. Workshop consultant focusing on wellbeing; working with stress, burnout, identity/cultural and family issues.
01708 989874 View 01708 989874
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Letizia Orlando Counselling And Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N6  (Online Only)
My first and foremost care is for you as my client. My counselling style is tailored to your personal circumstances and specific needs and to you as a whole. My priority to you is to promote your healing, facilitate your wholeness and ensure that your mental, physical and emotional levels are very soon back to their full potential. My personalized approach to therapy reflects elements of different schools. I will start by setting goals with you; consequently you will feel empowered to practice new behaviours, to move beyond your present limitations and you will very soon start to experience a greater satisfaction in your life.
My first and foremost care is for you as my client. My counselling style is tailored to your personal circumstances and specific needs and to you as a whole. My priority to you is to promote your healing, facilitate your wholeness and ensure that your mental, physical and emotional levels are very soon back to their full potential. My personalized approach to therapy reflects elements of different schools. I will start by setting goals with you; consequently you will feel empowered to practice new behaviours, to move beyond your present limitations and you will very soon start to experience a greater satisfaction in your life.
020 3870 2428 View 020 3870 2428

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How does therapy for chronic illness work?

Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.

Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?

Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?

No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.

How long does therapy for chronic illness take?

There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.