Compassion Focused Counselling in Vauxhall, London
Dr. Kanchi Gunaratna
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8 (Online Only)
Take an integrative approach, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),Compassion Focused Therapy-Compassionate Mind Training.
I am a HCPC Registered Chartered Psychologist and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS). I have a breadth and depth of experience in the principles of Psychology spanning 30 plus years. I treat a wide range of psychological difficulties including long term conditions. I aim to make the therapeutic arena a safe and comfortable space so that you feel able to share difficult and challenging issues. My goal is to empower you with skills and techniques enabling you to move forward in life, and to maintain progress after therapy is completed.
Take an integrative approach, drawing on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),Compassion Focused Therapy-Compassionate Mind Training.
I am a HCPC Registered Chartered Psychologist and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society (BPS). I have a breadth and depth of experience in the principles of Psychology spanning 30 plus years. I treat a wide range of psychological difficulties including long term conditions. I aim to make the therapeutic arena a safe and comfortable space so that you feel able to share difficult and challenging issues. My goal is to empower you with skills and techniques enabling you to move forward in life, and to maintain progress after therapy is completed.
Dr Julia Dabrowski
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vauxhall, London SW8 (Online Only)
I am a fully qualified and accredited Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with clients experiencing common psychological difficulties such as low mood and anxiety.
I am a fully qualified and accredited Chartered Clinical Psychologist working with clients experiencing common psychological difficulties such as low mood and anxiety.
Talia Drew
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW9 (Online Only)
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with several years’ experience working in NHS settings, including long-term health conditions, eating disorders, child and adolescent services, adult mental health and inpatient settings. I am trained in a range of evidence-based approaches including Systemic Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focussed Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Typically, my approach is integrative as I try to adapt different therapeutic approaches to meet individual needs. I am currently based in an NHS eating disorder service, and offer evening sessions online for private work.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with several years’ experience working in NHS settings, including long-term health conditions, eating disorders, child and adolescent services, adult mental health and inpatient settings. I am trained in a range of evidence-based approaches including Systemic Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focussed Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Typically, my approach is integrative as I try to adapt different therapeutic approaches to meet individual needs. I am currently based in an NHS eating disorder service, and offer evening sessions online for private work.
Ian Martin
MSc
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SE11
My name is Ian Martin and I'm an accredited (AREBT) Psychotherapist with practices in Central, South and South-West London. I'm also a Senior Lecturer with The College of Cognitive Behavioural Therapies in Central London (www.ccbttherapies.org.uk). I see clients at the Priory Hospital in Roehampton, and in private practise in Central London. www.selfacceptance.co
My name is Ian Martin and I'm an accredited (AREBT) Psychotherapist with practices in Central, South and South-West London. I'm also a Senior Lecturer with The College of Cognitive Behavioural Therapies in Central London (www.ccbttherapies.org.uk). I see clients at the Priory Hospital in Roehampton, and in private practise in Central London. www.selfacceptance.co
Louise Brookes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SE11
Maybe you’re looking for support right now? Maybe you have anxiety or depression? Do you want to manage different transitions in life, or perhaps your confidence feels low? I work with a variety of topics, utilising techniques to best suit you. Talking about your difficulties may feel overwhelming. However, I provide a safe space for you to be listened to and to help you to see things differently. I believe you’re the expert in you and will support you to explore things at a pace to suit you. I’m a registered member of BACP. 50 minute sessions as standard but 30-minutes available on request.
Maybe you’re looking for support right now? Maybe you have anxiety or depression? Do you want to manage different transitions in life, or perhaps your confidence feels low? I work with a variety of topics, utilising techniques to best suit you. Talking about your difficulties may feel overwhelming. However, I provide a safe space for you to be listened to and to help you to see things differently. I believe you’re the expert in you and will support you to explore things at a pace to suit you. I’m a registered member of BACP. 50 minute sessions as standard but 30-minutes available on request.
Dr Rosanna Michalczuk
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SE11 (Online Only)
Therapy can be a difficult and overwhelming process for many people. I'm committed to providing a safe and supportive space for people to explore their thoughts and feelings. I have a broad range of interests and over 15 years experience in the field of mental health including treating low self esteem, anxiety, sleep problems and depression. I take pride in my collaborative and empathic approach, wanting to understand and learn from my clients’ unique perspectives and experiences. When I feel that I have played a part in helping someone move closer to the life they value and deserve, it is the most rewarding work I can imagine.
Therapy can be a difficult and overwhelming process for many people. I'm committed to providing a safe and supportive space for people to explore their thoughts and feelings. I have a broad range of interests and over 15 years experience in the field of mental health including treating low self esteem, anxiety, sleep problems and depression. I take pride in my collaborative and empathic approach, wanting to understand and learn from my clients’ unique perspectives and experiences. When I feel that I have played a part in helping someone move closer to the life they value and deserve, it is the most rewarding work I can imagine.
Dylan Lopich
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
Hi, my name is Dylan and I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in adult psychotherapy. I have 11 years experience in private practice working with people who suffer from anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, stress, trauma, disconnection, and relationship difficulties. I offer a friendly and down-to-earth approach to therapy, providing a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to talk. With training and experience in the main evidence-based psychotherapies, I am able to work in a flexible and collaborative way, tailoring therapy to the specific needs of the person I see.
Hi, my name is Dylan and I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in adult psychotherapy. I have 11 years experience in private practice working with people who suffer from anxiety, depression, bereavement and loss, stress, trauma, disconnection, and relationship difficulties. I offer a friendly and down-to-earth approach to therapy, providing a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to talk. With training and experience in the main evidence-based psychotherapies, I am able to work in a flexible and collaborative way, tailoring therapy to the specific needs of the person I see.
Bert-Jan Zuiderduin
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
I offer a compassionate and confidential environment, where you can feel safe to explore any issues in your life, in an accepting and non-judgmental way. Over more than a decade, I have worked with a wide variety of clients, supporting them through difficult times by helping them to express and understand their thoughts and feelings, transform the relationship with themselves and others, and live their life more confidently. I integrate psychoanalytic and Jungian approaches in open and creative ways, for example working with external relationships and influences from the past that shape our "internal world".
I offer a compassionate and confidential environment, where you can feel safe to explore any issues in your life, in an accepting and non-judgmental way. Over more than a decade, I have worked with a wide variety of clients, supporting them through difficult times by helping them to express and understand their thoughts and feelings, transform the relationship with themselves and others, and live their life more confidently. I integrate psychoanalytic and Jungian approaches in open and creative ways, for example working with external relationships and influences from the past that shape our "internal world".
Nadine Hughes
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
I am an Intercultural Integrative Psychotherapist with a holistic approach, embracing of culture and spirituality. I support in various challenges such as Abandonment, Addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement & loss, Depression, Dissociation, Low self esteem, Identity, PTSD, Relationship problems, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Self harm and much more. I am adept at building genuine, empathic and productive therapeutic working relationships, with clients wishing to gain a deeper sense and understanding of themselves & to build on their inner resources. Counselling Foundation Tutor and Certified EFT practitioner.
I am an Intercultural Integrative Psychotherapist with a holistic approach, embracing of culture and spirituality. I support in various challenges such as Abandonment, Addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bereavement & loss, Depression, Dissociation, Low self esteem, Identity, PTSD, Relationship problems, Stress, Suicidal ideation, Self harm and much more. I am adept at building genuine, empathic and productive therapeutic working relationships, with clients wishing to gain a deeper sense and understanding of themselves & to build on their inner resources. Counselling Foundation Tutor and Certified EFT practitioner.
Davis Emotional Well-being
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
Hello! My name is Anthony Davis. I am an experienced psychotherapist, coach and clinical supervisor accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and registered with the Association for Coaching. I have 14 years’ experience working in mental health, social care and charity sector with individuals of various age groups and diverse backgrounds. I provide face to face and online therapy and coaching. I also offer low-cost supervision to qualified therapists and trainees either in-person or online while I finalise my training in clinical supervision.
Hello! My name is Anthony Davis. I am an experienced psychotherapist, coach and clinical supervisor accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and registered with the Association for Coaching. I have 14 years’ experience working in mental health, social care and charity sector with individuals of various age groups and diverse backgrounds. I provide face to face and online therapy and coaching. I also offer low-cost supervision to qualified therapists and trainees either in-person or online while I finalise my training in clinical supervision.
Donita Rodrigues
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8 (Online Only)
I am Clinical Psychologist offering short and long term online psychotherapy to young adults, adults and families dealing with psychological distress or clinical conditions. I have a special interest in mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and bereavement. Furthermore, I offer psychotherapy during life transitions and to facilitate personal growth.
I am Clinical Psychologist offering short and long term online psychotherapy to young adults, adults and families dealing with psychological distress or clinical conditions. I have a special interest in mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and bereavement. Furthermore, I offer psychotherapy during life transitions and to facilitate personal growth.
Holly Triggs
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
Often people come to therapy assuming there is something wrong with them. I am a firm believer that this is not true; there is not something wrong with you, there is just something wrong. It's okay to have doubts, it’s okay if life doesn’t make sense, it’s okay to not be sure who you are, at any age or stage. Often these thoughts are the ones that lead to the biggest growth. I know not everyone comes to therapy to change; sometimes it’s a tool to make sense of yourself, your past and hopes for the future, or sometimes it’s just a chance to have someone truly listen to you, perhaps for the first time.
Often people come to therapy assuming there is something wrong with them. I am a firm believer that this is not true; there is not something wrong with you, there is just something wrong. It's okay to have doubts, it’s okay if life doesn’t make sense, it’s okay to not be sure who you are, at any age or stage. Often these thoughts are the ones that lead to the biggest growth. I know not everyone comes to therapy to change; sometimes it’s a tool to make sense of yourself, your past and hopes for the future, or sometimes it’s just a chance to have someone truly listen to you, perhaps for the first time.
Gloria Tresaco
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
I offer CBT therapy sessions and counselling on a short-term or open-ended basis. My aim is to create a warm, supportive and empathic space where people can feel safe, be fully themselves and talk freely about their concerns without fear of being judged.
I offer CBT therapy sessions and counselling on a short-term or open-ended basis. My aim is to create a warm, supportive and empathic space where people can feel safe, be fully themselves and talk freely about their concerns without fear of being judged.
Andrew Rutherford
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
Hello, I'm Andrew and I'm an integrative psychotherapist. What do I mean by integrative? Well, it has been reliably shown that there is no overall 'best therapy'. What works for one person does not necessarily work for another, even if their issues are similar. You might have heard about psychoanalysis, person-centred counselling, or CBT. These are just a few of a number of therapeutic approaches. Each type of therapy offers different potentials for change. For over forty years now there has been a movement towards integrating these approaches to better meet a person's individual needs.
Hello, I'm Andrew and I'm an integrative psychotherapist. What do I mean by integrative? Well, it has been reliably shown that there is no overall 'best therapy'. What works for one person does not necessarily work for another, even if their issues are similar. You might have heard about psychoanalysis, person-centred counselling, or CBT. These are just a few of a number of therapeutic approaches. Each type of therapy offers different potentials for change. For over forty years now there has been a movement towards integrating these approaches to better meet a person's individual needs.
Anna Westropp
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
At times, we all feel overwhelmed, uncertain or stuck, and have a sense that there is more out there and within us, to be discovered and brought to life, than we are engaging with. The aim of my therapy sessions is to enable you to get back in touch with yourself. To understand what is holding you back; how you can break the cycles of anxiety, monotony and the roles you feel you are stuck in. Whether you are sad, lonely, frustrated, uncertain, ashamed, guilty or confused, we can work together to support you through it so that you are not just surviving but thriving.
At times, we all feel overwhelmed, uncertain or stuck, and have a sense that there is more out there and within us, to be discovered and brought to life, than we are engaging with. The aim of my therapy sessions is to enable you to get back in touch with yourself. To understand what is holding you back; how you can break the cycles of anxiety, monotony and the roles you feel you are stuck in. Whether you are sad, lonely, frustrated, uncertain, ashamed, guilty or confused, we can work together to support you through it so that you are not just surviving but thriving.
Olivia Hope Counselling (Online)
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8 (Online Only)
Anxiety, stress, past or current trauma, relationship difficulties and low self-esteem can hugely impact our well-being, our sense of safety and our confidence. It can be confusing trying to figure ourselves out, and as for figuring out others? Also challenging. Counselling and Psychotherapy provides a place of safety to explore our inner world, our external circumstances and the relationships we sometimes find so hard to navigate. We will work to develop new insights and tools that foster personal growth and fulfilment in a new and profound way. If you would like to take the next step, do get in touch for a free online consultation
Anxiety, stress, past or current trauma, relationship difficulties and low self-esteem can hugely impact our well-being, our sense of safety and our confidence. It can be confusing trying to figure ourselves out, and as for figuring out others? Also challenging. Counselling and Psychotherapy provides a place of safety to explore our inner world, our external circumstances and the relationships we sometimes find so hard to navigate. We will work to develop new insights and tools that foster personal growth and fulfilment in a new and profound way. If you would like to take the next step, do get in touch for a free online consultation
George Fieldman
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
From time to time, virtually everyone will experience life events that cause significant distress. Such events may be of recent origin, or they may have occurred many years ago. Sometimes people can interpret events in ways that lead to greater suffering that necessary. In any of these circumstances, psychotherapy can help to alleviate the misery. Psychotherapy is the practice of helping people who feel troubled, by means of psychological methods. The best psychotherapy is motivated by compassion and utilises safe, effective and reliable techniques in a friendly, professional and co-operative setting.
From time to time, virtually everyone will experience life events that cause significant distress. Such events may be of recent origin, or they may have occurred many years ago. Sometimes people can interpret events in ways that lead to greater suffering that necessary. In any of these circumstances, psychotherapy can help to alleviate the misery. Psychotherapy is the practice of helping people who feel troubled, by means of psychological methods. The best psychotherapy is motivated by compassion and utilises safe, effective and reliable techniques in a friendly, professional and co-operative setting.
Dr Zeny Melissourgaki at Spiral Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vauxhall, London SW8
Would you like help with difficult feelings, anxiety, low mood, relationships or the impact of trauma and adverse past experiences? Are you an expectant or new parent finding parenthood hard? Are you a young person, struggling with the transition to adulthood? Since obtaining my degree in Psychology in 2016, I have worked with families and people across the life span, with different levels of privilege and discrimination and with a range of mental health difficulties, spanning from anxiety and depression to more enduring presentations (e.g., psychosis) and addiction (e.g., substance use, gambling).
Would you like help with difficult feelings, anxiety, low mood, relationships or the impact of trauma and adverse past experiences? Are you an expectant or new parent finding parenthood hard? Are you a young person, struggling with the transition to adulthood? Since obtaining my degree in Psychology in 2016, I have worked with families and people across the life span, with different levels of privilege and discrimination and with a range of mental health difficulties, spanning from anxiety and depression to more enduring presentations (e.g., psychosis) and addiction (e.g., substance use, gambling).
Dr Jake Camp
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8 (Online Only)
I have a passion for working with people who experience adverse and stressful life events that make it difficult to reach their potential or maintain a good quality of life. The people I work with are also often wanting help with difficulties associated with post-traumatic stress, complex traumas, low mood, anxiety, managing emotions and stress, and in relationship and life patterns. This is in line with my other work within a national service at the renowned Maudsley Hospital. I specialise in supporting people who have experienced stressors (e.g. discrimination, prejudices) related to aspects of minoritised identity (e.g. LGBTQ+).
I have a passion for working with people who experience adverse and stressful life events that make it difficult to reach their potential or maintain a good quality of life. The people I work with are also often wanting help with difficulties associated with post-traumatic stress, complex traumas, low mood, anxiety, managing emotions and stress, and in relationship and life patterns. This is in line with my other work within a national service at the renowned Maudsley Hospital. I specialise in supporting people who have experienced stressors (e.g. discrimination, prejudices) related to aspects of minoritised identity (e.g. LGBTQ+).
Dr Justine Bush
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Vauxhall, London SW8
Current availability: February 2024, In-person appointments Thursday evenings, Clapham North, £140 . At times life can become overwhelming and the strategies which used to help us cope can get in the way of us living the life that we aspire towards. I provide evidence-based therapies to support you in recovering from difficulties with your mental health and with pursuing a life that is personally meaningful and worthwhile. If you would like to pursue therapy with me then please visit my website.
Current availability: February 2024, In-person appointments Thursday evenings, Clapham North, £140 . At times life can become overwhelming and the strategies which used to help us cope can get in the way of us living the life that we aspire towards. I provide evidence-based therapies to support you in recovering from difficulties with your mental health and with pursuing a life that is personally meaningful and worthwhile. If you would like to pursue therapy with me then please visit my website.
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Compassion Focused Counsellors
How does compassion-focused therapy work?
Compassion-Focused Therapy is based on the idea that humans have at least three emotion regulation systems, including one that responds to threats and another that allows us to self-soothe. Those who experienced serious childhood adversity, the theory goes, have a hyperactive threat system and an underperforming self-soothing system, leaving them vulnerable to shame and a hypercritical mindset. CFT focuses on bringing these systems back into balance, helping the client be kinder to themselves and better able to accept kindness from others.
Is compassion-focused therapy a type of CBT?
Compassion-focused therapy is closely related to cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) and employs many of its techniques. In addition to CBT, CFT also draws from the fields of biology, evolutionary psychology, neuroscience, developmental psychology, and Buddhism. It also has similarities to some types of trauma-focused therapies.
Is compassion-focused therapy evidence based?
Evidence suggests that CFT can be helpful in the treatment of anxiety, mood disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders, psychosis, and other mental illnesses. It has also been shown to be beneficial for individuals who may not have diagnosable psychiatric disorders but who still struggle with persistent self-criticism and feelings of shame.
What are the limitations of compassion-focused therapy?
Compassion-focused therapy is still a relatively new therapy, and research on its efficacy is still in its early stages; while some studies have found positive results, many have suffered from quality issues or small sample sizes. And while most CFT clients find it difficult to practice self-compassion at first, some—especially those who actively fear compassion or are deeply uncomfortable being cared for—may not be fully open to the tenets of CFT, potentially limiting the therapy’s long-term effectiveness.