Armed Forces Counselling in Chessington

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Cara Gibson
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have a particular interest in trauma and have a wealth of clinical experience working with military veterans and families affected by cancer.
Throughout life we can encounter emotional distress at various times. As a Counselling Psychologist, I can help if things are getting on top of you, if you’re feeling down, scared, worried or overwhelmed. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts and feelings. When working with my clients I feel it is important to work together so we can come to a shared understanding of the difficulties you are facing. Working collaboratively, I aim to empower my clients with understanding and coping strategies to live a more functional and fulfilling life
I have a particular interest in trauma and have a wealth of clinical experience working with military veterans and families affected by cancer.
Throughout life we can encounter emotional distress at various times. As a Counselling Psychologist, I can help if things are getting on top of you, if you’re feeling down, scared, worried or overwhelmed. I offer a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your thoughts and feelings. When working with my clients I feel it is important to work together so we can come to a shared understanding of the difficulties you are facing. Working collaboratively, I aim to empower my clients with understanding and coping strategies to live a more functional and fulfilling life
020 3835 4571 View 020 3835 4571
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Diana Thornton
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Serves Area
I am a registered Human Givens therapist and mindful self-compassion teacher. I understand that you want to feel better quickly. I will listen, guide and respond with warmth and respect using the best evidence-based techniques to suit you and your particular needs. These might include CBT, compassion based approaches, explanations about brain function, relaxation and visualisations together with NICE approved techniques to work on traumatic triggers. Without unduly dwelling upon the past we can deal with old difficulties, current situations and learn new skills to approach the future with a renewed sense of wellbeing.
I am a registered Human Givens therapist and mindful self-compassion teacher. I understand that you want to feel better quickly. I will listen, guide and respond with warmth and respect using the best evidence-based techniques to suit you and your particular needs. These might include CBT, compassion based approaches, explanations about brain function, relaxation and visualisations together with NICE approved techniques to work on traumatic triggers. Without unduly dwelling upon the past we can deal with old difficulties, current situations and learn new skills to approach the future with a renewed sense of wellbeing.
01372 677209 View 01372 677209

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Hendri Cawood
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
3 Endorsed
London WC1H
Every person has a story they tell themselves and other people. Sometimes these stories, or "scripts", are no longer helpful, and this is where therapy can help. Whether it is ADHD related, relationships that are under pressure or stress and anxiety about the world we live in. Together, we will discover what makes you ... well ... you and how, through compassionate, co-created therapy, you can integrate challenging parts of yourself. You matter, always.
Every person has a story they tell themselves and other people. Sometimes these stories, or "scripts", are no longer helpful, and this is where therapy can help. Whether it is ADHD related, relationships that are under pressure or stress and anxiety about the world we live in. Together, we will discover what makes you ... well ... you and how, through compassionate, co-created therapy, you can integrate challenging parts of yourself. You matter, always.
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Thomas Fox
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
I bring to my practice a deep understanding of high-stress environments, built on my own background in the Armed Forces and my work within corporate settings.
Therapy is a process that benefits from consistency. While everyone’s needs are different, I generally ask clients to plan for at least 12 sessions to give us enough time to build trust and understand what’s really going on.
I bring to my practice a deep understanding of high-stress environments, built on my own background in the Armed Forces and my work within corporate settings.
Therapy is a process that benefits from consistency. While everyone’s needs are different, I generally ask clients to plan for at least 12 sessions to give us enough time to build trust and understand what’s really going on.
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Damian Hourican
Psychotherapist, MBACP
3 Endorsed
London SW19
Are you someone who looks like they’re coping on the outside, but inside things feel harder than they should. Anxiety, past experiences, or self-doubt can quietly shape how you think, feel, and respond, even when you’re trying your best to move forward. I offer a space where we can slow things down and make sense of what’s happening, without judgement or pressure. From there, we begin to work through it. Using approaches such as CBT, EMDR & counselling, the aim isn’t just to talk, but to help you experience change in how you feel, think, and respond so life begins to feel more manageable and more like your own again.
Are you someone who looks like they’re coping on the outside, but inside things feel harder than they should. Anxiety, past experiences, or self-doubt can quietly shape how you think, feel, and respond, even when you’re trying your best to move forward. I offer a space where we can slow things down and make sense of what’s happening, without judgement or pressure. From there, we begin to work through it. Using approaches such as CBT, EMDR & counselling, the aim isn’t just to talk, but to help you experience change in how you feel, think, and respond so life begins to feel more manageable and more like your own again.
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Richard Evans-Lacey
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
London E2
I offer a free initial consultation, block booking benefits, and concessions to veterans and first responders.
Is something blocking you in your personal or professional life? Perhaps you know that there are some specific issues you need to work through or that something just doesn’t seem quite right? Hi, my name is Richard. I help people understand themselves, express themselves, and feel better in themselves. The work can be emotionally deep so I like to keep things lighthearted and informal.
I offer a free initial consultation, block booking benefits, and concessions to veterans and first responders.
Is something blocking you in your personal or professional life? Perhaps you know that there are some specific issues you need to work through or that something just doesn’t seem quite right? Hi, my name is Richard. I help people understand themselves, express themselves, and feel better in themselves. The work can be emotionally deep so I like to keep things lighthearted and informal.
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
I also lead workshops, clinically supervise other therapists, provide support for charities and frontline staff; and have provided therapy for the Police, Intelligence Services, Armed Forces and those within the music industry
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
I also lead workshops, clinically supervise other therapists, provide support for charities and frontline staff; and have provided therapy for the Police, Intelligence Services, Armed Forces and those within the music industry
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
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From time to time we all struggle. Our thoughts can become jumbled and life seems difficult and sometimes even unbearable. Sometimes we can behave in ways we don't truly understand. In therapy we can explore your struggles be they old or new and look to identify the roots of your pain.
From time to time we all struggle. Our thoughts can become jumbled and life seems difficult and sometimes even unbearable. Sometimes we can behave in ways we don't truly understand. In therapy we can explore your struggles be they old or new and look to identify the roots of your pain.
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Dr Harriet Mellotte
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
London SE24
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist, BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Supervisor and EMDR therapist working in both the NHS and private practice. I work with adults suffering from a variety of psychological difficulties and/or relationship problems. I have a particular interest in working with individuals who are affected by past traumas and/or psychosis. I acknowledge that when seeking help for such difficulties time is of the essence and therefore I work with seven associate therapists in my clinic so that if I do not have availability immediately then hopefully they will. Please do get in touch for a chat.
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Julie Anne Lacy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Online Only
I’m a creative, holistic practitioner with over 25 years experience. Using a bespoke approach where you're offered treatment specific to your needs and goals, I draw on many modalities. These include arts therapies, compassion focussed, positive psychology, CBT, depth psychology and psychoanalysis. Your journey is unique, and my role as your psychotherapist is to provide opportunity for you to gain insight about your challenges, work through them at a pace that's comfortable for you, and find healing solutions so you can make different, authentic life choices. I work in a trauma informed model and also consider ancestral legacies.
I’m a creative, holistic practitioner with over 25 years experience. Using a bespoke approach where you're offered treatment specific to your needs and goals, I draw on many modalities. These include arts therapies, compassion focussed, positive psychology, CBT, depth psychology and psychoanalysis. Your journey is unique, and my role as your psychotherapist is to provide opportunity for you to gain insight about your challenges, work through them at a pace that's comfortable for you, and find healing solutions so you can make different, authentic life choices. I work in a trauma informed model and also consider ancestral legacies.
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Lucas Dawe
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
London W4
I began my working life in the Armed Forces and have since worked across the public, private and charity sectors.
I specialise in relationship therapy for adults and young adults, supporting individuals and couples facing challenges in family life, work relationships, and experiences of loss. I work with the emotional impact of these difficulties, including anxiety, depression, stress, anger, and grief. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life or struggling with questions that feel difficult to answer alone, therapy can provide a supportive space to reflect, understand, and move forward.
I began my working life in the Armed Forces and have since worked across the public, private and charity sectors.
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SB Psychological Therapies
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
Are you waking up feeling deep darkness, trapped by worries or overwhelmed from relationship dynamics. Together we step into courageous vulnerability, seeking active meaningful change! I emulate the trustworthiness & efficacy of the NHS & evidenced therapies, without restrictions. Therapy is: empowering & enabling you to become your own therapist. I create a safe, authentic & non-judgmental space to explore your agenda, at your pace. Typically, we meet for 50 minute appointments & for 12-20+ sessions. I maintain Continuing Professional Development, Ethical Competence & Supervision from experts in the field evidenced by the BABCP.
Are you waking up feeling deep darkness, trapped by worries or overwhelmed from relationship dynamics. Together we step into courageous vulnerability, seeking active meaningful change! I emulate the trustworthiness & efficacy of the NHS & evidenced therapies, without restrictions. Therapy is: empowering & enabling you to become your own therapist. I create a safe, authentic & non-judgmental space to explore your agenda, at your pace. Typically, we meet for 50 minute appointments & for 12-20+ sessions. I maintain Continuing Professional Development, Ethical Competence & Supervision from experts in the field evidenced by the BABCP.
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Nicola Kellock
Psychotherapist, PNCPS Acc.
2 Endorsed
Waitlist for new clients
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming — even when, from the outside, everything seems fine. You may be coping with loss, anxiety, trauma, or a sense of being stuck. My role is to offer a calm, confidential space where you can begin to explore what’s happening and gently make sense of it, at your own pace. I’m an integrative therapist with extensive experience supporting adults through a wide range of life challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and bereavement. I’m also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), a highly effective approach for those affected by trauma and PTSD.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming — even when, from the outside, everything seems fine. You may be coping with loss, anxiety, trauma, or a sense of being stuck. My role is to offer a calm, confidential space where you can begin to explore what’s happening and gently make sense of it, at your own pace. I’m an integrative therapist with extensive experience supporting adults through a wide range of life challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and bereavement. I’m also trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), a highly effective approach for those affected by trauma and PTSD.
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Ciro Ivan Marcello De Pau
Counsellor, MSc, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi there. If you stopped here, that means that probably you are looking for some assistance, so I hope you will find this information useful when choosing the right support for your needs. Let me start asking you a question: What steps are you taking to ensure your emotional and psychological needs are satisfied? If you are struggling with saying no and ending up pleasing everybody but yourself, feel trapped and incapable to get rid of worries and anxiety or just overwhelmed with your current life situation then perhaps you are not meeting some of your needs. I can help you with that.
Hi there. If you stopped here, that means that probably you are looking for some assistance, so I hope you will find this information useful when choosing the right support for your needs. Let me start asking you a question: What steps are you taking to ensure your emotional and psychological needs are satisfied? If you are struggling with saying no and ending up pleasing everybody but yourself, feel trapped and incapable to get rid of worries and anxiety or just overwhelmed with your current life situation then perhaps you are not meeting some of your needs. I can help you with that.
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Liam J Wakefield
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Horsham RH12
I charge £65 per session, and £50 for concession session fee for anyone in the armed forces, NHS and education (including spouses).
I work with a wide range of clients, those who are “wearing a mask”, facing adversity, struggling with past trauma, loss of agency, identity, or self-destructive patterns. They feel disconnected, reactive, and uncertain about their future. They need a structured approach to rebuild trust in themselves, regain control, and find meaning in navigating their suffering. Their goal is growth, not just recovery. They want clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose because they refuse to be defined by their past. My therapy focuses on reintegrating the divided self, fostering agency, and helping clients transform pain into strength.
I charge £65 per session, and £50 for concession session fee for anyone in the armed forces, NHS and education (including spouses).
I work with a wide range of clients, those who are “wearing a mask”, facing adversity, struggling with past trauma, loss of agency, identity, or self-destructive patterns. They feel disconnected, reactive, and uncertain about their future. They need a structured approach to rebuild trust in themselves, regain control, and find meaning in navigating their suffering. Their goal is growth, not just recovery. They want clarity, resilience, and a sense of purpose because they refuse to be defined by their past. My therapy focuses on reintegrating the divided self, fostering agency, and helping clients transform pain into strength.
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Mary Doran
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
London W1G
Mary is a Doctor of psychology and chartered psychologist with the British Psychological Society. She is also a registered psycho-sensory psychotherapist with the BACP. She is an experienced therapist and works with an Integrative Psychosensory approach using evidence-based approaches which have been scientifically shown to be effective. She works with individuals and couples and treats issues ranging from, anxiety, depression, and bereavement, to more complex issues such as PTSD, panic attacks, and phobias. Mary can work successfully within many modalities including EMDR, CBT, trauma-focused CBT, narrative therapy, CFT, ACT.
Mary is a Doctor of psychology and chartered psychologist with the British Psychological Society. She is also a registered psycho-sensory psychotherapist with the BACP. She is an experienced therapist and works with an Integrative Psychosensory approach using evidence-based approaches which have been scientifically shown to be effective. She works with individuals and couples and treats issues ranging from, anxiety, depression, and bereavement, to more complex issues such as PTSD, panic attacks, and phobias. Mary can work successfully within many modalities including EMDR, CBT, trauma-focused CBT, narrative therapy, CFT, ACT.
01536 907346 View 01536 907346
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
I also lead workshops, clinically supervise other therapists, provide support for charities and frontline staff; and have provided therapy for the Police, Intelligence Services, Armed Forces and those within the music industry
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
I also lead workshops, clinically supervise other therapists, provide support for charities and frontline staff; and have provided therapy for the Police, Intelligence Services, Armed Forces and those within the music industry
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
01895 545169 View 01895 545169
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Tony Baxter
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
1 Endorsed
I have a specialism in supporting veterans, and emergency services personnel and the NHS.
Something feels wrong and maybe it has for a while. You're holding it together on the outside, but inside you're exhausted, anxious, or just not yourself. You might not even be able to name it. You just know things can't carry on like this. You might be a someone who's been putting off getting help for longer than you'd like to admit. Maybe you find asking for support doesn't come naturally. Or you're simply someone carrying more than you should be, alone. Whatever's brought you here you're in the right place.
I have a specialism in supporting veterans, and emergency services personnel and the NHS.
Something feels wrong and maybe it has for a while. You're holding it together on the outside, but inside you're exhausted, anxious, or just not yourself. You might not even be able to name it. You just know things can't carry on like this. You might be a someone who's been putting off getting help for longer than you'd like to admit. Maybe you find asking for support doesn't come naturally. Or you're simply someone carrying more than you should be, alone. Whatever's brought you here you're in the right place.
01628 969887 View 01628 969887
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Virginia Toole
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself. You don’t have to face this period of change alone. I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
Are you navigating a period where life no longer feels familiar, after loss, separation, relocation, illness, or a major life transition? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together for a long time, yet quietly feel unmoored, uncertain, or unlike yourself. You don’t have to face this period of change alone. I work with adults facing significant change who want a calm, thoughtful space to make sense of what has shifted. Many of the people I support are capable, reflective individuals who find themselves at an unexpected crossroads — grieving not only what has been lost, but questioning who they are now and how to move forward.
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Monika Madej-Torentz
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Neurodiverse and neurotypical welcome. New opening for low cost. I'm specialising in ADHD, relationship, trauma and domestic abuse. With background in Person Centred counselling I specialise in working with ADHD client, being ADHD my self. Each and every person is different so do they experience and needs in counselling. A part of self awareness, acceptance, I'm making use of simple techniques from life coaching, NLP and DBT to manage life difficulties. I'm working with teenagers, adults, couples and family.
Neurodiverse and neurotypical welcome. New opening for low cost. I'm specialising in ADHD, relationship, trauma and domestic abuse. With background in Person Centred counselling I specialise in working with ADHD client, being ADHD my self. Each and every person is different so do they experience and needs in counselling. A part of self awareness, acceptance, I'm making use of simple techniques from life coaching, NLP and DBT to manage life difficulties. I'm working with teenagers, adults, couples and family.
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