Counselling for Seniors in Erith
I am here to support clients who are experiencing challenging emotions and situations, such as anxiety disorders, depression, bereavement, or feeling trapped in repetitive relationship patterns. Our attachment styles are formed from a young age, and as we grow older, we may find ourselves stuck in these same patterns. I have helped clients confront their attachment fears that affect their personal relationships. Additionally, I have worked with individuals who struggle with self-harm and suicidal thoughts, supporting them as they navigate their feelings of emptiness.
I am here to support clients who are experiencing challenging emotions and situations, such as anxiety disorders, depression, bereavement, or feeling trapped in repetitive relationship patterns. Our attachment styles are formed from a young age, and as we grow older, we may find ourselves stuck in these same patterns. I have helped clients confront their attachment fears that affect their personal relationships. Additionally, I have worked with individuals who struggle with self-harm and suicidal thoughts, supporting them as they navigate their feelings of emptiness.
Today each of us has to face tremendous stress, financial and personal problems, and an unclear future for us and our loved ones. Whether as a business owner or as a parent, as an artist, or as an employee with too much responsibility, you are up against severe challenges. Talking to a trained and impartial specialist about your worries and your personal and professional situation can permanently improve your well-being.
Today each of us has to face tremendous stress, financial and personal problems, and an unclear future for us and our loved ones. Whether as a business owner or as a parent, as an artist, or as an employee with too much responsibility, you are up against severe challenges. Talking to a trained and impartial specialist about your worries and your personal and professional situation can permanently improve your well-being.
Hi, my name is Amna. I have over 20 years of experience working in the mental health. I qualified as a Doctor in Clinical Psychology from University College London in 2011 and did a Post graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) from Kings College London in 2012. Since then I have worked in varied NHS services; currently leading a Persistent Pain Management service in NHS. I have extensive experience working with depression, self esteem and confidence, relationship and sleep difficulties, anxiety disorders e.g., trauma, panic, health anxiety, generalized anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, long term health conditions.
Hi, my name is Amna. I have over 20 years of experience working in the mental health. I qualified as a Doctor in Clinical Psychology from University College London in 2011 and did a Post graduate Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) from Kings College London in 2012. Since then I have worked in varied NHS services; currently leading a Persistent Pain Management service in NHS. I have extensive experience working with depression, self esteem and confidence, relationship and sleep difficulties, anxiety disorders e.g., trauma, panic, health anxiety, generalized anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, long term health conditions.
Do you want to talk to someone impartial about your difficulties? If you feel stuck in your life, psychoanalytic psychotherapy will help you to bring about change. I believe everyone should be listened to especially when experiencing emotional distress. I have experience working with people dealing with depression, anxiety, various forms of trauma, as well as broader questions around identity, sexuality and relationship issues. I am interested in a reflective approach to the meaning of life in addition to questions around human suffering, drawing on many years of studying philosophy and psychoanalysis.
Do you want to talk to someone impartial about your difficulties? If you feel stuck in your life, psychoanalytic psychotherapy will help you to bring about change. I believe everyone should be listened to especially when experiencing emotional distress. I have experience working with people dealing with depression, anxiety, various forms of trauma, as well as broader questions around identity, sexuality and relationship issues. I am interested in a reflective approach to the meaning of life in addition to questions around human suffering, drawing on many years of studying philosophy and psychoanalysis.
Hi my name is Helen, I am passionate about counselling and the positive change it can bring. Together we can explore difficulties and challenges you may be experiencing in a safe, supportive, non-judgemental, confidential way. My training allows me to access different interventions which can be tailored to benefit and support each unique client. Sharing your feelings may be the first step. My aim is to help gain emotional strength to affect change in your life.
Hi my name is Helen, I am passionate about counselling and the positive change it can bring. Together we can explore difficulties and challenges you may be experiencing in a safe, supportive, non-judgemental, confidential way. My training allows me to access different interventions which can be tailored to benefit and support each unique client. Sharing your feelings may be the first step. My aim is to help gain emotional strength to affect change in your life.
I am a qualified counsellor with 25 years experience working in GP surgeries and 10 years in private practice. I embrace the integrative approach meaning that I draw on a range of therapeutic techniques to suit the individual. Counselling can be a short or long term intervention and will help to explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe place. Many different things can bring you to counselling and I work with a wide range of issues. I aim to provide a compassionate, empathetic but down to earth approach which takes account of personal history and yet be focused and goal orientated.
I am a qualified counsellor with 25 years experience working in GP surgeries and 10 years in private practice. I embrace the integrative approach meaning that I draw on a range of therapeutic techniques to suit the individual. Counselling can be a short or long term intervention and will help to explore your thoughts and feelings in a safe place. Many different things can bring you to counselling and I work with a wide range of issues. I aim to provide a compassionate, empathetic but down to earth approach which takes account of personal history and yet be focused and goal orientated.
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I am an Existential Psychotherapist with seven years of experience in working with individuals, couples, parent and child dyads, children between 12 and 16 and family systemic therapy. I believe humans have an inherent ability to transform and that a firm therapeutic alliance and mutual trust are crucial elements for self-exploration and reflection in therapy. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever brings you to therapy. I believe humans have an inherent ability to transform and that a firm therapeutic alliance and mutual trust are crucial elements for self-exploration and reflection.
I am an Existential Psychotherapist with seven years of experience in working with individuals, couples, parent and child dyads, children between 12 and 16 and family systemic therapy. I believe humans have an inherent ability to transform and that a firm therapeutic alliance and mutual trust are crucial elements for self-exploration and reflection in therapy. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to explore whatever brings you to therapy. I believe humans have an inherent ability to transform and that a firm therapeutic alliance and mutual trust are crucial elements for self-exploration and reflection.
I offer a balanced set of approaches that I can apply to suit your needs. Some people are better helped with insights into their patterns; others may need more skills and again others may feel they do everything right yet they are still unhappy. I strongly believe in trying out new behaviour, as this creates the biggest shifts and minimizes relapse. I integrate lifestyle factors such as nutrition when necessary. When the chemicals aren't right, talking isn't going to lift your mood. We will always explore the source of your issues, relating it to your system, so as to radically release and uproot it and make change more effortless.
I offer a balanced set of approaches that I can apply to suit your needs. Some people are better helped with insights into their patterns; others may need more skills and again others may feel they do everything right yet they are still unhappy. I strongly believe in trying out new behaviour, as this creates the biggest shifts and minimizes relapse. I integrate lifestyle factors such as nutrition when necessary. When the chemicals aren't right, talking isn't going to lift your mood. We will always explore the source of your issues, relating it to your system, so as to radically release and uproot it and make change more effortless.
I aim to help ease emotional pain and confusion and to find better ways of living a more fulfilled and happier life. Sharing your problems, particularly if it's for the very first time can feel quite daunting. Therefore, it is important for me to create a comfortable and safe environment so we can get straight to heart of the process. I also work deeply linking past experiences to present difficulties and may at times focus our relationship in the moment. This powerful way of working brings insight, which helps you find solutions and ways forward that is best suited to you and your life.
I aim to help ease emotional pain and confusion and to find better ways of living a more fulfilled and happier life. Sharing your problems, particularly if it's for the very first time can feel quite daunting. Therefore, it is important for me to create a comfortable and safe environment so we can get straight to heart of the process. I also work deeply linking past experiences to present difficulties and may at times focus our relationship in the moment. This powerful way of working brings insight, which helps you find solutions and ways forward that is best suited to you and your life.
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I am a DBT-informed therapist working with adults who experience intense emotions, complex mental health difficulties, or who have felt misunderstood in previous therapy or mental health services.
I offer online therapy across the UK and work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, psychosis-related experiences (such as hearing voices or paranoia), addiction, grief, and long-standing relationship or family challenges.
I have particular experience supporting people with traits associated with anxiety, borderline personality (BPD/EUPD), emotional dysregulation, OCD and intrusive thoughts
I am a DBT-informed therapist working with adults who experience intense emotions, complex mental health difficulties, or who have felt misunderstood in previous therapy or mental health services.
I offer online therapy across the UK and work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, psychosis-related experiences (such as hearing voices or paranoia), addiction, grief, and long-standing relationship or family challenges.
I have particular experience supporting people with traits associated with anxiety, borderline personality (BPD/EUPD), emotional dysregulation, OCD and intrusive thoughts
Francesco Lodi Counselling & Therapy.
Hello and welcome. I am a therapist and lecturer in counselling with over 10 years of experience based in Islington, supporting adults navigating stressful and anxious times.
I have particular experience in helping individuals with issues related to self-esteem. It can be challenging to manage emotions, and a combination of factors can lead to poor mental health and feeling unheard or misunderstood.
Therapy can bring freedom from a critical inner voice. I have extensive experience supporting clients suffering from depression and helping them through periods of feeling lost, empty and numb.
Francesco Lodi Counselling & Therapy.
Hello and welcome. I am a therapist and lecturer in counselling with over 10 years of experience based in Islington, supporting adults navigating stressful and anxious times.
I have particular experience in helping individuals with issues related to self-esteem. It can be challenging to manage emotions, and a combination of factors can lead to poor mental health and feeling unheard or misunderstood.
Therapy can bring freedom from a critical inner voice. I have extensive experience supporting clients suffering from depression and helping them through periods of feeling lost, empty and numb.
is life very overwhelming and challenging at times? Do you feel sometimes out of control and lost? Do you suffer from stress.?
I can help you find place within yourself which is untouched by the chaos. Within our therapeutic relationship, we explore together how life is for you at your own pace.
I provide a confidential, non-judgemental safe space. I will help you develop your relationship with yourself, to raise your self-esteem and well being. You are the master of your own ship, I will work with you to find your way, and help you live your best life.
is life very overwhelming and challenging at times? Do you feel sometimes out of control and lost? Do you suffer from stress.?
I can help you find place within yourself which is untouched by the chaos. Within our therapeutic relationship, we explore together how life is for you at your own pace.
I provide a confidential, non-judgemental safe space. I will help you develop your relationship with yourself, to raise your self-esteem and well being. You are the master of your own ship, I will work with you to find your way, and help you live your best life.
I am a psychotherapist working at The Priory Hospital and also in private practice. My clients come from a diverse range of backgrounds. Every person is an individual and therefore my counselling work will be specific to their needs. My goal is to help clients to work through their difficulties and find solutions and strategies to deal with their problems. My role is to hold up a mirror to a person, in order for them to better understand their situation and work through this in a non-judgemental, confidential and empathetic environment.
I am a psychotherapist working at The Priory Hospital and also in private practice. My clients come from a diverse range of backgrounds. Every person is an individual and therefore my counselling work will be specific to their needs. My goal is to help clients to work through their difficulties and find solutions and strategies to deal with their problems. My role is to hold up a mirror to a person, in order for them to better understand their situation and work through this in a non-judgemental, confidential and empathetic environment.
I have particular experience supporting people who have experienced interpersonal adversity and trauma, including abuse, neglect, and complex, cumulative trauma. I also work with people experiencing psychosis, dissociation, derealisation, and depersonalisation. My practice is grounded in an anti-oppressive perspective, recognising how social, cultural, and structural forces shape people’s experiences and their access to care. Many of the people I work with are neurodivergent and members of LGBTQ+ communities.
I have particular experience supporting people who have experienced interpersonal adversity and trauma, including abuse, neglect, and complex, cumulative trauma. I also work with people experiencing psychosis, dissociation, derealisation, and depersonalisation. My practice is grounded in an anti-oppressive perspective, recognising how social, cultural, and structural forces shape people’s experiences and their access to care. Many of the people I work with are neurodivergent and members of LGBTQ+ communities.
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist with over 5 years of experience, currently working in an NHS neuropsychology service.
My approach is integrative, drawing from a variety of therapeutic models to meet your unique needs. I strive to create a warm, open, and empathic space where you feel safe to be yourself and share your experiences. I believe in working with your unique context and I focus on working collaboratively with you, rather than following a one-size-fits-all method.
I offer a free telephone consultation to support you in finding the right therapist for your needs, please do get in touch to discuss further!
I am a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist with over 5 years of experience, currently working in an NHS neuropsychology service.
My approach is integrative, drawing from a variety of therapeutic models to meet your unique needs. I strive to create a warm, open, and empathic space where you feel safe to be yourself and share your experiences. I believe in working with your unique context and I focus on working collaboratively with you, rather than following a one-size-fits-all method.
I offer a free telephone consultation to support you in finding the right therapist for your needs, please do get in touch to discuss further!
Hello, I’m Dr Maren Kihle Svensen, a Chartered Counselling Psychologist.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns you don’t understand, or wanting a space to think more clearly about your life. Whatever brings you here, therapy offers a place to slow down and explore what’s going on with curiosity rather than judgment. My approach to therapy is integrative; I draw on a range of psychological models to suit the person I’m working with rather than trying to fit you into one approach, including CBT, psychodynamic and person-centred therapy.
Hello, I’m Dr Maren Kihle Svensen, a Chartered Counselling Psychologist.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns you don’t understand, or wanting a space to think more clearly about your life. Whatever brings you here, therapy offers a place to slow down and explore what’s going on with curiosity rather than judgment. My approach to therapy is integrative; I draw on a range of psychological models to suit the person I’m working with rather than trying to fit you into one approach, including CBT, psychodynamic and person-centred therapy.
My name is Cait and I am a Intergrative Counsellor & Therapist.
I understanding that therapy can be daunting and that choosing what type of therapist seems right for you can be confusing and overwhelming.
My belief is that we all are deserving of a safe space in which we are able to bring parts of ourselves which might be hard to discuss, feel hidden or shameful and be met with compassion and non-judgement.
I provide a safe-space for you to feel seen. heard and supported, working collaboratively to support growth and healing.
My name is Cait and I am a Intergrative Counsellor & Therapist.
I understanding that therapy can be daunting and that choosing what type of therapist seems right for you can be confusing and overwhelming.
My belief is that we all are deserving of a safe space in which we are able to bring parts of ourselves which might be hard to discuss, feel hidden or shameful and be met with compassion and non-judgement.
I provide a safe-space for you to feel seen. heard and supported, working collaboratively to support growth and healing.
I work with clients that are often operating under sustained psychological load inciting stress, anxiety, burnout , decision fatigue, emotional isolation, relationship issues, or a nervous system that has learned to stay on alert. My clients are not looking for someone who just listens to them , gives reassurance, or surface-level strategies.
They come to me for clarity without judgement, depth and intensive short term results and a space where insight leads to real, sustainable change. I am very active in the session and offer results
I work with clients that are often operating under sustained psychological load inciting stress, anxiety, burnout , decision fatigue, emotional isolation, relationship issues, or a nervous system that has learned to stay on alert. My clients are not looking for someone who just listens to them , gives reassurance, or surface-level strategies.
They come to me for clarity without judgement, depth and intensive short term results and a space where insight leads to real, sustainable change. I am very active in the session and offer results
I am a Chartered Educational Psychologist offering independent psychological and educational assessments for children, young people and adults. I specialise in cognitive, learning and executive-functioning assessments, neurodiversity-informed assessment, EHCP and tribunal-related reports, and expert witness work. My aim is to help clients gain clarity about their strengths, barriers to learning or work, and the support or adjustments they may need. I do not provide medical diagnosis, but I do provide careful assessment, formulation and evidence-based recommendations.
I am a Chartered Educational Psychologist offering independent psychological and educational assessments for children, young people and adults. I specialise in cognitive, learning and executive-functioning assessments, neurodiversity-informed assessment, EHCP and tribunal-related reports, and expert witness work. My aim is to help clients gain clarity about their strengths, barriers to learning or work, and the support or adjustments they may need. I do not provide medical diagnosis, but I do provide careful assessment, formulation and evidence-based recommendations.
Clinical Telehealth - Video - Audio and Web-Chat Therapy Worldwide.
A safe compassionate and confidential therapeutic space for individuals, couples, families and organisations.
I work with mild, moderate and complex trauma as well as relationship difficulties, mediation, workplace stress, communication skills and personal and professional development.
Specialist Services:
1. Clinical Supervision for trainees and Qualified Practitioners - Fast Track qualifications and accreditation with confidence.
2. AI Therapist Coach : AI Safety, Ethics and AI Obsession and 'Machine-God' delusion mental health restoration.
Clinical Telehealth - Video - Audio and Web-Chat Therapy Worldwide.
A safe compassionate and confidential therapeutic space for individuals, couples, families and organisations.
I work with mild, moderate and complex trauma as well as relationship difficulties, mediation, workplace stress, communication skills and personal and professional development.
Specialist Services:
1. Clinical Supervision for trainees and Qualified Practitioners - Fast Track qualifications and accreditation with confidence.
2. AI Therapist Coach : AI Safety, Ethics and AI Obsession and 'Machine-God' delusion mental health restoration.
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FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.
How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.
How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.
What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.