Psychoanalytic Counselling in Amersham
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and a Doctor of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy candidate at the University of Exeter.
I specialise in complex trauma, deep-seated anxiety, and the nuances of neurodiversity (ADHD/ASD). My experience allows me to address a broad clinical spectrum, including personality disorders, depression, psychosexual issues, and gender identity. Whether working with adults or adolescents, I provide a stable, containing space to explore the inner world.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist and a Doctor of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy candidate at the University of Exeter.
I specialise in complex trauma, deep-seated anxiety, and the nuances of neurodiversity (ADHD/ASD). My experience allows me to address a broad clinical spectrum, including personality disorders, depression, psychosexual issues, and gender identity. Whether working with adults or adolescents, I provide a stable, containing space to explore the inner world.
I practise from a psychodynamic perspective which has its roots in psychoanalysis, the founding approach to talking therapy. This means I am interested in helping people to be curious about themselves, to understand why they might think, feel or behave in certain ways which are often unconscious, and to understand where these patterns might come from. This involves you and I building up a trusting relationship that would enable you to bring anything (thoughts feelings, fantasies), however unusual or nonsensical, you want to talk about with me.
I practise from a psychodynamic perspective which has its roots in psychoanalysis, the founding approach to talking therapy. This means I am interested in helping people to be curious about themselves, to understand why they might think, feel or behave in certain ways which are often unconscious, and to understand where these patterns might come from. This involves you and I building up a trusting relationship that would enable you to bring anything (thoughts feelings, fantasies), however unusual or nonsensical, you want to talk about with me.
As an experienced Psychotherapist & Supervisor, I work with warmth, sensitivity and compassion, fully accepting and being present to your unique situation. I realise beginning therapy can feel daunting, but finding someone you feel able to talk to and share your thoughts and feelings with, can bring immense relief; offering you a pathway towards being able to cope better and lead a more contented life. Perhaps you're struggling with depression or anxiety related disorders, experiencing relationship difficulties or have memories of past trauma or a difficult childhood which are impacting on your ability to cope with day to day life?
As an experienced Psychotherapist & Supervisor, I work with warmth, sensitivity and compassion, fully accepting and being present to your unique situation. I realise beginning therapy can feel daunting, but finding someone you feel able to talk to and share your thoughts and feelings with, can bring immense relief; offering you a pathway towards being able to cope better and lead a more contented life. Perhaps you're struggling with depression or anxiety related disorders, experiencing relationship difficulties or have memories of past trauma or a difficult childhood which are impacting on your ability to cope with day to day life?
If you've landed here, you're likely navigating a myriad of emotions – feeling the weight of relationship dynamics, wrestling with parental challenges, and navigating the unique terrain of neurodiversity, burnout, authenticity, loss, anxiety, and the aftermath of betrayal. Take a breath – you're not alone. In the tapestry of your thoughts, you might be seeing patterns that seem too complex to untangle, moments of disconnection, and the silent struggles that cast shadows on your relationships. This space is your guide—a companion through the highs and lows, a partner in deciphering the intricacies of your unique journey.
If you've landed here, you're likely navigating a myriad of emotions – feeling the weight of relationship dynamics, wrestling with parental challenges, and navigating the unique terrain of neurodiversity, burnout, authenticity, loss, anxiety, and the aftermath of betrayal. Take a breath – you're not alone. In the tapestry of your thoughts, you might be seeing patterns that seem too complex to untangle, moments of disconnection, and the silent struggles that cast shadows on your relationships. This space is your guide—a companion through the highs and lows, a partner in deciphering the intricacies of your unique journey.
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Hello and welcome to my profile. You might be reading this because you are having negative thoughts, distressing feelings and/or physical symptoms that are impacting on your everyday life. You might find yourself in a place of pain and suffering. I am here to come alongside and help you find a way forward when you are ready. I am always concerned about your holistic well-being including your physical self, self-esteem and self-confidence. These are all interwoven with your mental health.
Hello and welcome to my profile. You might be reading this because you are having negative thoughts, distressing feelings and/or physical symptoms that are impacting on your everyday life. You might find yourself in a place of pain and suffering. I am here to come alongside and help you find a way forward when you are ready. I am always concerned about your holistic well-being including your physical self, self-esteem and self-confidence. These are all interwoven with your mental health.
Hi, I’m Nicki. I’m an integrative psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP. I work with a range of approaches to suit your needs and preferences.
Life can feel overwhelming at times—stress, trauma, or unresolved feelings can show up as anxiety, low mood, overthinking, issues seeming bigger than they are, sleep problems, or relationship challenges. You might feel anger, a sense of unfairness, struggle with past experiences that are still affecting you.
In therapy, we can explore these experiences together. I’ll help you understand yourself and patterns, manage emotional overwhelm, and find more balance and calm.
Hi, I’m Nicki. I’m an integrative psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP. I work with a range of approaches to suit your needs and preferences.
Life can feel overwhelming at times—stress, trauma, or unresolved feelings can show up as anxiety, low mood, overthinking, issues seeming bigger than they are, sleep problems, or relationship challenges. You might feel anger, a sense of unfairness, struggle with past experiences that are still affecting you.
In therapy, we can explore these experiences together. I’ll help you understand yourself and patterns, manage emotional overwhelm, and find more balance and calm.
My name is Jessy, and I am an integrative counsellor and accredited
with the BACP. I am a counsellor and psychotherapist, which means I draw upon different therapeutic approaches to fit the specific needs of the client. I adapt integrative psychotherapy to your individual needs, where you can start to learn about yourself and process your experience and heal. I always try to offer an inclusive and diverse space for all clients that want to feel accepted without judgment. I am committed to helping and supporting trans and non-binary and gender diverse people of all ethnicities and sexual orientations.
My name is Jessy, and I am an integrative counsellor and accredited
with the BACP. I am a counsellor and psychotherapist, which means I draw upon different therapeutic approaches to fit the specific needs of the client. I adapt integrative psychotherapy to your individual needs, where you can start to learn about yourself and process your experience and heal. I always try to offer an inclusive and diverse space for all clients that want to feel accepted without judgment. I am committed to helping and supporting trans and non-binary and gender diverse people of all ethnicities and sexual orientations.
I specialise in therapy for expats, internationally mobile professionals, third-culture individuals, and people living between cultures, identities, and worlds. I also work with mixed-race and intercultural couples navigating differences in communication, attachment, belonging, family dynamics, and values.
I specialise in therapy for expats, internationally mobile professionals, third-culture individuals, and people living between cultures, identities, and worlds. I also work with mixed-race and intercultural couples navigating differences in communication, attachment, belonging, family dynamics, and values.
Being human can be messy. Life asks a lot of us. We navigate pressure, change, responsibility, and uncertainty about our bodies, relationships, and futures.
It can be overwhelming, anxiety producing, and at times, isolating.
Therapy is a place to pause and make sense of things together.
Being human can be messy. Life asks a lot of us. We navigate pressure, change, responsibility, and uncertainty about our bodies, relationships, and futures.
It can be overwhelming, anxiety producing, and at times, isolating.
Therapy is a place to pause and make sense of things together.
I bring a warm, anti-discriminatory, and open-hearted approach to my practice. This is a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space for you and I to move through whatever you're facing together, including any aspects of your experience that may feel dangerous or unspeakable.
I bring a warm, anti-discriminatory, and open-hearted approach to my practice. This is a safe, compassionate, and non-judgemental space for you and I to move through whatever you're facing together, including any aspects of your experience that may feel dangerous or unspeakable.
Are you feeling low, lost or anxious? Are you looking for a supportive therapist who will listen to you and help you make sense of what’s going on in your life? I work with people who have anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues and depression, among other difficulties. Sometimes these emerged after a loss or setback, or maybe they are feelings that have always been there and now is the time to tackle them. Perhaps it's hard to even say why, or why now. Whichever it is, I’ll support you, listen to you, and help you understand what’s going on right now, how it relates to the past, and how you can make changes for the future.
Are you feeling low, lost or anxious? Are you looking for a supportive therapist who will listen to you and help you make sense of what’s going on in your life? I work with people who have anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues and depression, among other difficulties. Sometimes these emerged after a loss or setback, or maybe they are feelings that have always been there and now is the time to tackle them. Perhaps it's hard to even say why, or why now. Whichever it is, I’ll support you, listen to you, and help you understand what’s going on right now, how it relates to the past, and how you can make changes for the future.
My ideal client may be carrying feelings that feel too difficult to hold: anxiety, depression, or trauma. Perhaps relationships feel confusing or painful, or life transitions have left them feeling untethered and uncertain.
They would seek to understand themselves, why they feel what they feel, why patterns keep repeating, why certain situations can be overwhelming.
My ideal client may be carrying feelings that feel too difficult to hold: anxiety, depression, or trauma. Perhaps relationships feel confusing or painful, or life transitions have left them feeling untethered and uncertain.
They would seek to understand themselves, why they feel what they feel, why patterns keep repeating, why certain situations can be overwhelming.
Hi there! I am a Trauma specialist working across the lifespan. I support people that have experiences of trauma, anxiety & low mood and/or that are facing challenges relating to self-esteem, sexuality, gender identity, oppression and prejudice. I offer an open and trusting space that is co-produced, trauma informed and psychosocially minded with the aim of supporting people to rebuild a sense of safety and empowerement that allows them to address and process the difficulties they are facing. Together, we will explore what might be the best use of the therapeutic space-to ensure that it is helpful and addressing need.
Hi there! I am a Trauma specialist working across the lifespan. I support people that have experiences of trauma, anxiety & low mood and/or that are facing challenges relating to self-esteem, sexuality, gender identity, oppression and prejudice. I offer an open and trusting space that is co-produced, trauma informed and psychosocially minded with the aim of supporting people to rebuild a sense of safety and empowerement that allows them to address and process the difficulties they are facing. Together, we will explore what might be the best use of the therapeutic space-to ensure that it is helpful and addressing need.
I provide individual adult psychotherapy and conduct psychotherapy groups for clients in the second half of life 50 years and above. I have worked within the NHS setting over the past 30+ years. I am an Associate Fellow of the BPS (AFBPsS), a Group Analyst and Member of the Institute of Group Analysis. I was awarded Lifetime Honorary Adult Psychotherapist by the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. For the past twelve years I have conducted experiential groups for the Foundation Course at the Institute of Group Analysis and provided supervision of trainees in group psychotherapy within the NHS.
I provide individual adult psychotherapy and conduct psychotherapy groups for clients in the second half of life 50 years and above. I have worked within the NHS setting over the past 30+ years. I am an Associate Fellow of the BPS (AFBPsS), a Group Analyst and Member of the Institute of Group Analysis. I was awarded Lifetime Honorary Adult Psychotherapist by the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. For the past twelve years I have conducted experiential groups for the Foundation Course at the Institute of Group Analysis and provided supervision of trainees in group psychotherapy within the NHS.
Through a psychoanalytic approach, I aim to help people gain greater understanding of why they feel and behave the way they do, and learn ho to effect change andmanage their lives differently.
I have extensive experience of working with people with a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relational difficulties, anger, OCD, eating disorders, sleep disorders, trauma, and childhood abuse. I work in private practice and offer confidential face-to-face counselling and psychotherapy from my rooms in Kentish Town in north London.
Through a psychoanalytic approach, I aim to help people gain greater understanding of why they feel and behave the way they do, and learn ho to effect change andmanage their lives differently.
I have extensive experience of working with people with a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, relational difficulties, anger, OCD, eating disorders, sleep disorders, trauma, and childhood abuse. I work in private practice and offer confidential face-to-face counselling and psychotherapy from my rooms in Kentish Town in north London.
Nicola Wainer is a highly experienced Psychotherapist with a Master's Degree in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, a diploma in adult Psychodynamic Therapy, and a diploma in Supervision. With over ten years of experience across diverse settings, working with people of all ages.
She is the in-house therapist and reflective supervisor for several Looked After Children’s Homes, supporting residents and staff both onsite and remotely. Her services include individual therapy (open-ended and solution-focused), reflective practice, supervision, and consultation, all tailored to meet the varied needs of individuals and organisations.
Nicola Wainer is a highly experienced Psychotherapist with a Master's Degree in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, a diploma in adult Psychodynamic Therapy, and a diploma in Supervision. With over ten years of experience across diverse settings, working with people of all ages.
She is the in-house therapist and reflective supervisor for several Looked After Children’s Homes, supporting residents and staff both onsite and remotely. Her services include individual therapy (open-ended and solution-focused), reflective practice, supervision, and consultation, all tailored to meet the varied needs of individuals and organisations.
Hi, I'm Lauran an Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, Emotional and Mental Wellness Therapist, Healer & Teacher. We exist with quiet confidence & inner knowing when our interiority is in alignment with our external lives. My background in western Psychology has given me an amazing understanding of the diagnostic process, however, I believe true healing comes from looking at our emotional and mental lives and exploring deeply and insightfully the things that keep us emotionally regulated. I am strongly influenced by Jungian and existential schools.
I work from Marylebone (W1) and Queens Park London (NW6) London.
Hi, I'm Lauran an Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, Emotional and Mental Wellness Therapist, Healer & Teacher. We exist with quiet confidence & inner knowing when our interiority is in alignment with our external lives. My background in western Psychology has given me an amazing understanding of the diagnostic process, however, I believe true healing comes from looking at our emotional and mental lives and exploring deeply and insightfully the things that keep us emotionally regulated. I am strongly influenced by Jungian and existential schools.
I work from Marylebone (W1) and Queens Park London (NW6) London.
Something feels off and you can't quite explain it. You got everything you worked for. It just doesn't feel like yours. Nothing is falling apart in a way you could explain to someone. But there is this quiet, persistent sense that you designed your life around getting it right, rather than around feeling aligned with who you actually are. Most people who find me are doing fine. They are showing up, keeping it together, followed the guideposts, but none of it feels like them. And quietly, underneath all of that, they have started to feel like a stranger in their own life.
Something feels off and you can't quite explain it. You got everything you worked for. It just doesn't feel like yours. Nothing is falling apart in a way you could explain to someone. But there is this quiet, persistent sense that you designed your life around getting it right, rather than around feeling aligned with who you actually are. Most people who find me are doing fine. They are showing up, keeping it together, followed the guideposts, but none of it feels like them. And quietly, underneath all of that, they have started to feel like a stranger in their own life.
The Glow Up Project is a therapy-based CIC supporting children (4–18) and families through 1:1 therapy, family work, student counsellor placements, and our mobile Therapy Bus. We work with schools, local authorities and agencies to deliver trauma-informed, creative support for issues like attachment, trauma, emotional regulation, anxiety, identity and family breakdown. As a CIC, we reinvest into communities to improve access, outcomes and long-term wellbeing.
The Glow Up Project is a therapy-based CIC supporting children (4–18) and families through 1:1 therapy, family work, student counsellor placements, and our mobile Therapy Bus. We work with schools, local authorities and agencies to deliver trauma-informed, creative support for issues like attachment, trauma, emotional regulation, anxiety, identity and family breakdown. As a CIC, we reinvest into communities to improve access, outcomes and long-term wellbeing.
Through a dedication to the psychoanalytic process, I am able to help my patients to process painful feelings
For the last nineteen years, I have been helping my clients to work through a wide spectrum of psychological difficulties, from anxiety and depression to difficulties affecting interpersonal relationships. I am also experienced in helping patients with more debilitating psychological difficulties that have had a severe impact on the quality of their lives
Through a dedication to the psychoanalytic process, I am able to help my patients to process painful feelings
For the last nineteen years, I have been helping my clients to work through a wide spectrum of psychological difficulties, from anxiety and depression to difficulties affecting interpersonal relationships. I am also experienced in helping patients with more debilitating psychological difficulties that have had a severe impact on the quality of their lives
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Psychoanalytic Counsellors
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.
How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.
Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.
Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.