Counselling in EC2M
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor, with over fifteen years of experience working within the NHS, voluntary and private sectors. I trained at the Tavistock Centre and I am a member of Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists as well as a member of British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. I am accredited by the British Psychoanalytical Council. My experience includes working at the Counselling and Psychotherapy Department at Kings College Hospital, the Adults Complex Needs Service at the Tavistock and Portman NHS, The Centre for Better Health Counselling Service and Islington Bereavement Service.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor, with over fifteen years of experience working within the NHS, voluntary and private sectors. I trained at the Tavistock Centre and I am a member of Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists as well as a member of British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. I am accredited by the British Psychoanalytical Council. My experience includes working at the Counselling and Psychotherapy Department at Kings College Hospital, the Adults Complex Needs Service at the Tavistock and Portman NHS, The Centre for Better Health Counselling Service and Islington Bereavement Service.
Dr Violetta Papachristodoulou
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London EC2M
Most people experience anxiety or depression at some point in their lives and need to cope with pain and confusion. You may feel stuck and unmotivated or need to work through a traumatic experience from your past so you can move on with your life. You might also experience work related stress or be dealing with relationship difficulties. Self-development may also be the reason for seeking therapy. Therapy provides an opportunity to explore and make sense of your difficulties in a safe, non-judgmental environment, to develop your self-understanding and improve your relationships.
Most people experience anxiety or depression at some point in their lives and need to cope with pain and confusion. You may feel stuck and unmotivated or need to work through a traumatic experience from your past so you can move on with your life. You might also experience work related stress or be dealing with relationship difficulties. Self-development may also be the reason for seeking therapy. Therapy provides an opportunity to explore and make sense of your difficulties in a safe, non-judgmental environment, to develop your self-understanding and improve your relationships.
Illuminated Steps Therapeutic Coaching
Psychotherapist, MA, PNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
London EC2M
Are you a generally motivated individual who is feeling stuck, confused, unfulfilled, or unsure of which path to take? Are you ready to take the necessary steps towards a more fulfilling future? It’s time to swap uncertainty, procrastination and confusion, for clarity and action! Whether you're seeking to: develop on a personal level, improve your current relationships, enter a new relationship, figure out what you want from life generally, create a better work-life balance, find a new career or advance in your current role, I am here to support you to achieve your goals and move towards a happier future.
Are you a generally motivated individual who is feeling stuck, confused, unfulfilled, or unsure of which path to take? Are you ready to take the necessary steps towards a more fulfilling future? It’s time to swap uncertainty, procrastination and confusion, for clarity and action! Whether you're seeking to: develop on a personal level, improve your current relationships, enter a new relationship, figure out what you want from life generally, create a better work-life balance, find a new career or advance in your current role, I am here to support you to achieve your goals and move towards a happier future.
Do you struggle to cope with anxiety, work stress, low mood, low self-esteem or worry about the future? Has a traumatic experience negatively impacted your life? Do you worry about others' criticisms and judgments? Are you disconnected from what matters in life and the people you love? Do you feel that you are not the person you want to be? Whatever challenges you have, therapy can help improve your life. I see adult individuals for a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, life crisis, work stress, personal development and relationship problems. I offer CBT, ACT, EMDR, DIT and other therapies.
Do you struggle to cope with anxiety, work stress, low mood, low self-esteem or worry about the future? Has a traumatic experience negatively impacted your life? Do you worry about others' criticisms and judgments? Are you disconnected from what matters in life and the people you love? Do you feel that you are not the person you want to be? Whatever challenges you have, therapy can help improve your life. I see adult individuals for a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, life crisis, work stress, personal development and relationship problems. I offer CBT, ACT, EMDR, DIT and other therapies.
My specialist areas are relational difficulties and trauma. From these areas, we experience symptoms such as anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, and at times other harmful and/or repetitive behaviours. My focus will be on helping you understand the function they have served for you, where they come from, and how to bring about change I have experience of working with individuals who present with diagnoses such as ADHD, autism, with one or more of the many different personality disorder, and with individuals who experience psychotic states of mind. That said, anyone can engage in therapy at any time, and, for any reason.
My specialist areas are relational difficulties and trauma. From these areas, we experience symptoms such as anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, and at times other harmful and/or repetitive behaviours. My focus will be on helping you understand the function they have served for you, where they come from, and how to bring about change I have experience of working with individuals who present with diagnoses such as ADHD, autism, with one or more of the many different personality disorder, and with individuals who experience psychotic states of mind. That said, anyone can engage in therapy at any time, and, for any reason.
Hi I’m Swaliha. I strongly believe counselling is for everyone. Together, in a non-judgemental space we can dedicate time to exploring your difficulties and establish what you would like to gain from counselling and life itself. People choose to start psychotherapy because of the struggles they face; often there is pain, sadness, suffering and loss with a sense of being stuck in it. It may be that you feel alone, unfulfilled, depressed or anxious or perhaps you have experienced a trauma which continues to affect you. We can work through these difficulties and others together safely.
Hi I’m Swaliha. I strongly believe counselling is for everyone. Together, in a non-judgemental space we can dedicate time to exploring your difficulties and establish what you would like to gain from counselling and life itself. People choose to start psychotherapy because of the struggles they face; often there is pain, sadness, suffering and loss with a sense of being stuck in it. It may be that you feel alone, unfulfilled, depressed or anxious or perhaps you have experienced a trauma which continues to affect you. We can work through these difficulties and others together safely.
Dr Dapo Olafimihan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London EC2M
You may have a specific concern that you'd like to work on. Or it might be that you would like to uncover longstanding patterns that have troubled you. Maybe your goal is to understand yourself better in general. As a Clinical Psychologist, my role is to support clients to make sense of their situation/themselves using compassionate, research-led approaches that are effective in practice. Through therapy, it might be that you uncover further goals and want support in deciding your next steps, I can help with that too.
You may have a specific concern that you'd like to work on. Or it might be that you would like to uncover longstanding patterns that have troubled you. Maybe your goal is to understand yourself better in general. As a Clinical Psychologist, my role is to support clients to make sense of their situation/themselves using compassionate, research-led approaches that are effective in practice. Through therapy, it might be that you uncover further goals and want support in deciding your next steps, I can help with that too.
Maja Anna Kwiatkowski
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London EC2M
I can imagine, given that you are here, there may be something in your life that is causing you discomfort. Welcome, and well done for taking the first step towards getting some support. Some people seek out therapy because they have felt depressed, anxious or angry for a long time; others may want help for relationship difficulties, self-destructive habits or a chronic illness that is interfering with their emotional or physical well-being. Sometimes, unexpected changes or circumstances also bring people into therapy - for example, going through a divorce, feeling overwhelmed by a new job, or grieving the loss of a family member.
I can imagine, given that you are here, there may be something in your life that is causing you discomfort. Welcome, and well done for taking the first step towards getting some support. Some people seek out therapy because they have felt depressed, anxious or angry for a long time; others may want help for relationship difficulties, self-destructive habits or a chronic illness that is interfering with their emotional or physical well-being. Sometimes, unexpected changes or circumstances also bring people into therapy - for example, going through a divorce, feeling overwhelmed by a new job, or grieving the loss of a family member.
Take the First Step Toward Positive Change. Are you ready to make healthy life changes? At Talking Counselling, we support those prepared to take charge of their mental health. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with PTSD, depression, past traumas, relationship struggles, or life’s challenges, we’re here to help.
Take the First Step Toward Positive Change. Are you ready to make healthy life changes? At Talking Counselling, we support those prepared to take charge of their mental health. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling with PTSD, depression, past traumas, relationship struggles, or life’s challenges, we’re here to help.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I currently work as a postdoctoral research associate and as an honorary therapist in London. I am experienced in a wide range of mental health problems; eating disorders, body image issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, emotion regulation difficulties, and trauma.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I currently work as a postdoctoral research associate and as an honorary therapist in London. I am experienced in a wide range of mental health problems; eating disorders, body image issues, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, emotion regulation difficulties, and trauma.
Dr Maria Smaga
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London EC2M
As an established Principal Counseling Psychologist in London registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) I have over 16 years of clinical practice and rigorous NHS training in various psychological therapeutic approaches and modalities. The therapy approach I take is integrative drawing from Person Centred, CBT, and Psychodynamic theories and I have a special interest in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and Mindfulness based practices.
As an established Principal Counseling Psychologist in London registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) I have over 16 years of clinical practice and rigorous NHS training in various psychological therapeutic approaches and modalities. The therapy approach I take is integrative drawing from Person Centred, CBT, and Psychodynamic theories and I have a special interest in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and Mindfulness based practices.
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Zeynep Mikeli
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London EC2M
Not accepting new clients
People contact me for various reasons, including anxiety, panic attacks, work-related stress or burnout, depression, relationship difficulties or break-ups, trauma, abuse, emotional distress, or bereavement. You might be experiencing low self-esteem, social anxiety, difficulties following a trauma, phobias or life changes. Benefits You Can Expect: Reduced Anxiety: Improved ability to manage and reduce anxiety symptoms, leading to a calmer and more balanced life. •Enhanced Coping Skills: Better equipped to handle stress and anxiety-provoking situations. •Healthier Relationships.
People contact me for various reasons, including anxiety, panic attacks, work-related stress or burnout, depression, relationship difficulties or break-ups, trauma, abuse, emotional distress, or bereavement. You might be experiencing low self-esteem, social anxiety, difficulties following a trauma, phobias or life changes. Benefits You Can Expect: Reduced Anxiety: Improved ability to manage and reduce anxiety symptoms, leading to a calmer and more balanced life. •Enhanced Coping Skills: Better equipped to handle stress and anxiety-provoking situations. •Healthier Relationships.
I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor, my approach is to create an environment that feels safe and holding. I will listen attentively, and empathically, offering reflection when needed. I provide counselling for clients from many different backgrounds with a variety of cultural diversities, genders, and sexualities which encompass a spectrum of identities and orientations. I support clients with various challenges who find it difficult to reach their full potential. I work inclusively, humanistically and relationally meaning you and I work together in the here and now acknowledging all parts of what you are bringing.
I am a qualified Gestalt Counsellor, my approach is to create an environment that feels safe and holding. I will listen attentively, and empathically, offering reflection when needed. I provide counselling for clients from many different backgrounds with a variety of cultural diversities, genders, and sexualities which encompass a spectrum of identities and orientations. I support clients with various challenges who find it difficult to reach their full potential. I work inclusively, humanistically and relationally meaning you and I work together in the here and now acknowledging all parts of what you are bringing.
I work with individuals (e.g shame, guilt, shyness, identity problems, depression, anger, loss and grief) and couples (e.g. blaming, trust, communication problems, fixed patterns, and unfulfilling relationships).
I work with individuals (e.g shame, guilt, shyness, identity problems, depression, anger, loss and grief) and couples (e.g. blaming, trust, communication problems, fixed patterns, and unfulfilling relationships).
I work with people who might be struggling with sexual or relationship difficulties such as erectile dysfunction, rapid or delayed ejaculation, anxiety around sex, relationships and intimacy issues, sexual abuse or assault, sexual health issues, compulsive sexual behaviours, vulval pain conditions, vaginismus, dyspareunia (pain during intercourse), sexual orientation questions or insecurities, pornography issues, orgasmic or anorgasmic problems, sexual phobias or aversions, fears around lack of sexual experience, loss of desire, affairs, marital break ups, open relationships, kinks, bdsm, polyamory, addictions, codependency, trauma.
I work with people who might be struggling with sexual or relationship difficulties such as erectile dysfunction, rapid or delayed ejaculation, anxiety around sex, relationships and intimacy issues, sexual abuse or assault, sexual health issues, compulsive sexual behaviours, vulval pain conditions, vaginismus, dyspareunia (pain during intercourse), sexual orientation questions or insecurities, pornography issues, orgasmic or anorgasmic problems, sexual phobias or aversions, fears around lack of sexual experience, loss of desire, affairs, marital break ups, open relationships, kinks, bdsm, polyamory, addictions, codependency, trauma.
A Principal Clinical Psychologist with 16 years of experience of working in and leading NHS Psychology Services, and an expert in CBT, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, Emotion-focused therapy, EMDR, Acceptance-commitment Therapy and Mindfulness approaches. I offer incisive, experiential, and highly effective treatments designed to help you overcome your distress and effect lasting changes. Seeking help is a major life step. I commit to providing a safe, professional and personalized treatment experience to sensitively support and empower you, deepen your self-understanding and create positive changes for a life that you can truly value.
A Principal Clinical Psychologist with 16 years of experience of working in and leading NHS Psychology Services, and an expert in CBT, Psychodynamic psychotherapy, Emotion-focused therapy, EMDR, Acceptance-commitment Therapy and Mindfulness approaches. I offer incisive, experiential, and highly effective treatments designed to help you overcome your distress and effect lasting changes. Seeking help is a major life step. I commit to providing a safe, professional and personalized treatment experience to sensitively support and empower you, deepen your self-understanding and create positive changes for a life that you can truly value.
We get a sense of ourselves in the context of our relationships in childhood, and as we find our way in life, we can get trapped in dysfunctional patterns. The aim is to find a compassionate inner connection that would free us from these patterns in therapy. Openness and commitment are important qualities in making the most out of it. The process will get challenging from time to time, as life does as well. The important thing here is to build a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship that would enable us to work through these challenges in a relational way as we transform ourselves and our lives based on our desires.
We get a sense of ourselves in the context of our relationships in childhood, and as we find our way in life, we can get trapped in dysfunctional patterns. The aim is to find a compassionate inner connection that would free us from these patterns in therapy. Openness and commitment are important qualities in making the most out of it. The process will get challenging from time to time, as life does as well. The important thing here is to build a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship that would enable us to work through these challenges in a relational way as we transform ourselves and our lives based on our desires.
For over twenty years, I have guided individuals through the complex landscape of psychological distress. I believe that emotional struggles often emerge from relational dynamics whether in our relationships with others or our connection to the world around us. This understanding shapes my commitment to supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to help you address these challenges, empowering you to restore balance and move forward with renewed confidence.
For over twenty years, I have guided individuals through the complex landscape of psychological distress. I believe that emotional struggles often emerge from relational dynamics whether in our relationships with others or our connection to the world around us. This understanding shapes my commitment to supporting individuals as they navigate life’s challenges. My goal is to help you address these challenges, empowering you to restore balance and move forward with renewed confidence.
My integrative training and years of experience enables me to draw on a range of psychological therapies in my work with children, adults, couples and families. I work with a range of difficulties including depressions, anxiety, trauma and relationship difficulties.
My integrative training and years of experience enables me to draw on a range of psychological therapies in my work with children, adults, couples and families. I work with a range of difficulties including depressions, anxiety, trauma and relationship difficulties.
I am an independent counselling psychologist based near Liverpool Street in Central London. I bring warmth, compassion and humour to my work and have interests in addictions, anxiety (especially OCD), depression, gender identity, ADHD, autism and bereavement. I am trained in EMDR which I use extensively to treat complex trauma. I have worked in NHS, charity and private sectors and also practice as an associate psychologist at a leading Harley Street clinic. Having also worked at board level in public, private and charity sectors I am able to offer career and life coaching.
I am an independent counselling psychologist based near Liverpool Street in Central London. I bring warmth, compassion and humour to my work and have interests in addictions, anxiety (especially OCD), depression, gender identity, ADHD, autism and bereavement. I am trained in EMDR which I use extensively to treat complex trauma. I have worked in NHS, charity and private sectors and also practice as an associate psychologist at a leading Harley Street clinic. Having also worked at board level in public, private and charity sectors I am able to offer career and life coaching.
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Number of Counsellors in EC2M
100+
Average cost per session
£85
Counsellors in EC2M who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 86% | Relationship Issues |
| 86% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Stress |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 66% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 82% | Aviva |
| 79% | AXA PPP |
| 63% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in EC2M see their clients
| 84% | In Person and Online | |
| 16% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 75% | Female | |
| 25% | Male |