Weight Loss Counselling in Esher

Emma Cotterill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Esher KT10
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Chartered with the BPS and registered with HCPC. I work with adults experiencing mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, phobias, OCD, stress. I use an individualised integrative therapy approach, drawing on CBT, ACT, CFT, Mindfulness, EMDR. I have specialist experience in working with trauma, grief and loss. I also specialise in supporting individuals through relationship changes (divorce/separation) and through the challenges of life's stressors - work, parenting, family dynamics, heath issues.
I am a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Chartered with the BPS and registered with HCPC. I work with adults experiencing mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, phobias, OCD, stress. I use an individualised integrative therapy approach, drawing on CBT, ACT, CFT, Mindfulness, EMDR. I have specialist experience in working with trauma, grief and loss. I also specialise in supporting individuals through relationship changes (divorce/separation) and through the challenges of life's stressors - work, parenting, family dynamics, heath issues.
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Ann Cassidy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Esher KT10
Hi, I'm Ann, an experienced, qualified and BACP accredited integrative psychotherapist and supervisor, working in Esher and Bank EC2. I offer an empathic, collaborative and individualised approach to therapy, to help you gain perspective and make sense of the challenges you are facing. As an integrative psychotherapist, I draw on different psycho-therapeutic models to find the best approach for you, to help equip you to move forward in life with greater ease, and give you greater potential for further positive change.
Hi, I'm Ann, an experienced, qualified and BACP accredited integrative psychotherapist and supervisor, working in Esher and Bank EC2. I offer an empathic, collaborative and individualised approach to therapy, to help you gain perspective and make sense of the challenges you are facing. As an integrative psychotherapist, I draw on different psycho-therapeutic models to find the best approach for you, to help equip you to move forward in life with greater ease, and give you greater potential for further positive change.
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Retrain Your Brain
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Esher KT10
Whether you are an adolescent, adult, sports person or busy executive there are some common themes that resonate with my clients: Finding it hard to make decisions - fear of getting it wrong and constantly worrying/Being less tolerant, irritable over things that wouldn't normally bother you/Needing to do everything perfectly and setting high unrealistic expectations resulting in procrastination/Never feeling you have done enough/A very critical internal voice - Exhausting! Most of my clients want to quieten that negative voice and find ways to achieve and live life without the gnawing anxiety and self-doubt
Whether you are an adolescent, adult, sports person or busy executive there are some common themes that resonate with my clients: Finding it hard to make decisions - fear of getting it wrong and constantly worrying/Being less tolerant, irritable over things that wouldn't normally bother you/Needing to do everything perfectly and setting high unrealistic expectations resulting in procrastination/Never feeling you have done enough/A very critical internal voice - Exhausting! Most of my clients want to quieten that negative voice and find ways to achieve and live life without the gnawing anxiety and self-doubt
01372 679022 View 01372 679022
Liz Goldspink
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Esher KT10
Life doesn't always unfold the way we expect. You might be struggling in your relationships, feeling overwhelmed by work, questioning who you are, or facing a major life change. From the outside, you may seem to be coping, holding everything together for everyone else. But inside, you're wondering how much longer you can keep going like this. Therapy will help you make sense of what's happening, understand the patterns that are keeping you stuck, and help you move forward with greater confidence, clarity and self-belief.
Life doesn't always unfold the way we expect. You might be struggling in your relationships, feeling overwhelmed by work, questioning who you are, or facing a major life change. From the outside, you may seem to be coping, holding everything together for everyone else. But inside, you're wondering how much longer you can keep going like this. Therapy will help you make sense of what's happening, understand the patterns that are keeping you stuck, and help you move forward with greater confidence, clarity and self-belief.
01372 233813 View 01372 233813
Louise O'Connell Bacp Accredited
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
2 Endorsed
Esher KT10
I am a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist with 16 years experience with a wide range of Mental Health challenges. I provide attachment-based psychotherapy, energy psychology, and EMDR. I help clients manage emotions including anxiety, panic, anger, sadness, and depression, and develop strategies for emotional regulation. Evidence suggests a strong therapeutic alliance and regulation techniques promote security and safety where clients can progress and process trauma, grief, and loss or other challenges. My goal is to help clients understand themselves through attachment theory and find more joy peace purpose or contentment in life.
I am a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist with 16 years experience with a wide range of Mental Health challenges. I provide attachment-based psychotherapy, energy psychology, and EMDR. I help clients manage emotions including anxiety, panic, anger, sadness, and depression, and develop strategies for emotional regulation. Evidence suggests a strong therapeutic alliance and regulation techniques promote security and safety where clients can progress and process trauma, grief, and loss or other challenges. My goal is to help clients understand themselves through attachment theory and find more joy peace purpose or contentment in life.
01689 667427 View 01689 667427
Dr Mihaela Zdrali
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Serves Area
Today, more and more people are faced with overwhelming stress, in their relationships, at work and in their personal circumstances. However more and more people are becoming aware and motivated to take steps towards a more fulfilled and happy life. If you feel worried or depressed in your present situation and/or stuck and unhappy in your relationship, talking to a therapist may be the best choice you make. Therapy offers a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, get support, understanding and professional guidance towards a resolution and peace of mind.
Today, more and more people are faced with overwhelming stress, in their relationships, at work and in their personal circumstances. However more and more people are becoming aware and motivated to take steps towards a more fulfilled and happy life. If you feel worried or depressed in your present situation and/or stuck and unhappy in your relationship, talking to a therapist may be the best choice you make. Therapy offers a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, get support, understanding and professional guidance towards a resolution and peace of mind.
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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.
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
Online Only
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.
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
Cinzia Ukoko-Rongione
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
My name is Cinzia and I am a fully trained Counsellor/Psychotherapist, accredited member of the BACP. I offer a warm, confidential, non-judgemental space for you to pause and reflect on whatever is troubling you at present. I have many years of experience working in private practice and in the NHS. I work with clients from many walks of life and I offer a warm, supportive and non-judgemental service in which clients can focus on establishing a renewed sense of trust.
My name is Cinzia and I am a fully trained Counsellor/Psychotherapist, accredited member of the BACP. I offer a warm, confidential, non-judgemental space for you to pause and reflect on whatever is troubling you at present. I have many years of experience working in private practice and in the NHS. I work with clients from many walks of life and I offer a warm, supportive and non-judgemental service in which clients can focus on establishing a renewed sense of trust.
01372 235673 View 01372 235673
The Practice
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
We can all have difficulties in everyday life and encounter problems that we simply find hard to cope with alone. You may feel worried, anxious, low, confused, isolated or may be experience difficulties in relationships. You may be suffering from feelings of low self esteem or low self confidence. You may have been diagnosed with anxiety, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, or maybe you are just feeling sad. When these feelings and thoughts persist and become overwhelming it may be difficult to know which way to turn.
07480 486415 View 07480 486415
Belinda Duncan
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
I’m an Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor, my practice is relational, trauma‑in and and neurodiversity‑affirming, offering a steady, empathic space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace.
I’m an Integrative Therapeutic Counsellor, my practice is relational, trauma‑in and and neurodiversity‑affirming, offering a steady, empathic space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace.
020 3909 6572 View 020 3909 6572

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Claire Feldman - Binge Eating Therapist
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
3 Endorsed
Bushey WD23
With the prevalence of disordered eating among those seeking weight loss surgery, I am committed to supporting this client group toward long-term sustainable change with the most effective outcome possible.
You may feel capable and organised in many areas of life, yet food can feel like the one place things quietly unravel. You might start the day with good intentions, only to find that by evening you're eating in a way that doesn't match what you truly want. Afterwards comes frustration, guilt, or the familiar promise to "start again tomorrow." Struggles with food rarely come down to willpower. For many people — particularly those with ADHD, or those who've always felt wired a little differently — eating becomes entangled with dopamine, emotional regulation, and the exhaustion of masking.
With the prevalence of disordered eating among those seeking weight loss surgery, I am committed to supporting this client group toward long-term sustainable change with the most effective outcome possible.
You may feel capable and organised in many areas of life, yet food can feel like the one place things quietly unravel. You might start the day with good intentions, only to find that by evening you're eating in a way that doesn't match what you truly want. Afterwards comes frustration, guilt, or the familiar promise to "start again tomorrow." Struggles with food rarely come down to willpower. For many people — particularly those with ADHD, or those who've always felt wired a little differently — eating becomes entangled with dopamine, emotional regulation, and the exhaustion of masking.
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Justine Wiercimok, IFS Therapy, MA, JD(LLM), MBACP
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
You are not someone with no options. You are someone whose confidence has been shaken. When life becomes difficult, lonely or uncertain, do you find yourself turning toward those experiences with curiosity or moving away from them? My role is not to tell you what to do. It is to help you understand what might be getting in the way of living the life you want. Together, we explore the fears, emotions, and beliefs beneath the surface, so that you can move forward with greater clarity, self-trust, and confidence.
You are not someone with no options. You are someone whose confidence has been shaken. When life becomes difficult, lonely or uncertain, do you find yourself turning toward those experiences with curiosity or moving away from them? My role is not to tell you what to do. It is to help you understand what might be getting in the way of living the life you want. Together, we explore the fears, emotions, and beliefs beneath the surface, so that you can move forward with greater clarity, self-trust, and confidence.
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Ashlee Mulimba
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Health Psych.
London SW9
I’m a Psychologist working with adults experiencing emotional distress, stress, and the psychological impact of health concerns. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful coping patterns, or struggling to manage daily life and poor health on their own. I support clients with anxiety, low mood, chronic stress, emotional eating, addiction-related difficulties, and long-term health conditions including chronic pain and fatigue. I also support people navigating perimenopause and hormonal changes affecting mood, confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
I’m a Psychologist working with adults experiencing emotional distress, stress, and the psychological impact of health concerns. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhelpful coping patterns, or struggling to manage daily life and poor health on their own. I support clients with anxiety, low mood, chronic stress, emotional eating, addiction-related difficulties, and long-term health conditions including chronic pain and fatigue. I also support people navigating perimenopause and hormonal changes affecting mood, confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
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Maggie Bell Accredited EMDR Therapist
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Bromley BR1
Highly qualified experienced Accredited EMDR 8-phase model for PTSD plus. Integrating Parts Therapy aka Internal Family Systems (IFS), Hypnotherapy, Hypno-analysis, Neurolinguistic Linguistic Programming (NLP), Psychotherapy based. Accredited BACP Therapist. General Hypnotherapy Registered. A Sophisticated multi-modalities approach to meet all your therapeutic needs.
Highly qualified experienced Accredited EMDR 8-phase model for PTSD plus. Integrating Parts Therapy aka Internal Family Systems (IFS), Hypnotherapy, Hypno-analysis, Neurolinguistic Linguistic Programming (NLP), Psychotherapy based. Accredited BACP Therapist. General Hypnotherapy Registered. A Sophisticated multi-modalities approach to meet all your therapeutic needs.
020 4634 6895 View 020 4634 6895
Paula Bendon Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
London SW15
I work with individual adults, couples, children and teenagers in my Putney, South West London clinic. I work with adults and young people that suffer from anxiety, depression, OCD, burnout, ADHD and addiction. I use an integrated approach, CBT, compassion focused therapy, psychodynamic, mindfulness and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
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01748 900219 View 01748 900219
Lucy Lloyd
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
I understand that it can be very stressful for you to talk about your own issues or share your distress with someone else. After all, we are all encouraged to ‘keep going’. I strive to create a warm, safe, comfortable and therapeutic space for all my clients, which is a blend of the treatment room I work in and the atmosphere I create. I will provide you with both non-judgmental acceptance and empathic support. I listen to my clients intently and explore your inner world thoughtfully, whilst drawing on and sharing my insightful understanding to help you to make sense of what’s happening.
I understand that it can be very stressful for you to talk about your own issues or share your distress with someone else. After all, we are all encouraged to ‘keep going’. I strive to create a warm, safe, comfortable and therapeutic space for all my clients, which is a blend of the treatment room I work in and the atmosphere I create. I will provide you with both non-judgmental acceptance and empathic support. I listen to my clients intently and explore your inner world thoughtfully, whilst drawing on and sharing my insightful understanding to help you to make sense of what’s happening.
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Nick is a London-based and online solution-focused hypnotherapist specialising in various mental health concerns, including anxiety, panic attacks, depression, insomnia, IBS symptoms, confidence issues, and weight management. Solution-focused hypnotherapy works on 'how you want to be' (future-focused), instead of 'how you don't want to be' (problem-focused), helping people to rewire the connections in their brain to create new pathways of thinking and behaviour. This helps to adopt a calmer, more measured approach to life, helps reduce and remove any negative, unwanted symptoms, and helps someone live a happier and healthier life.
Nick is a London-based and online solution-focused hypnotherapist specialising in various mental health concerns, including anxiety, panic attacks, depression, insomnia, IBS symptoms, confidence issues, and weight management. Solution-focused hypnotherapy works on 'how you want to be' (future-focused), instead of 'how you don't want to be' (problem-focused), helping people to rewire the connections in their brain to create new pathways of thinking and behaviour. This helps to adopt a calmer, more measured approach to life, helps reduce and remove any negative, unwanted symptoms, and helps someone live a happier and healthier life.
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Dunja Mladenovic
Psychotherapist, MA
Online Only
Hello and welcome. I am a Transactional Analysis (TA) psychotherapist and clinical psychologist, integrating TA with body psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I work both individually and in groups, specializing in eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder). Many people come to therapy after trying numerous behavioral approaches—diet plans, discipline, exercise—with little lasting change. This makes sense, as eating disorders are not issues of willpower but of emotional regulation; the behaviors are symptoms, not the root.
Hello and welcome. I am a Transactional Analysis (TA) psychotherapist and clinical psychologist, integrating TA with body psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I work both individually and in groups, specializing in eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, and binge-eating disorder). Many people come to therapy after trying numerous behavioral approaches—diet plans, discipline, exercise—with little lasting change. This makes sense, as eating disorders are not issues of willpower but of emotional regulation; the behaviors are symptoms, not the root.
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Edwina Hawkridge
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
London W1G
Welcome, if you or someone you know is going through a difficult time in life, perhaps struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, stress, or depression. Let's see how I can help you get your life back. Together we'll figure out what you need, how you would like things to be and implement change to help you move forward feeling happier. Harley Street Health District Price £175, Stamford & Remote £95.
Welcome, if you or someone you know is going through a difficult time in life, perhaps struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, stress, or depression. Let's see how I can help you get your life back. Together we'll figure out what you need, how you would like things to be and implement change to help you move forward feeling happier. Harley Street Health District Price £175, Stamford & Remote £95.
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Weight Loss Counsellors
What is the relationship between weight management and mental health?
Mental health can be significantly influenced by one's physical health, so overall improvements in one's quality of life as a result of improved physical functioning from weight loss can have an overall positive impact on an individual's mental health and allow them to engage more readily in everyday activities. In addition, many strategies used to manage weight, such as exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, are also associated with reducing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Individuals may also benefit from the improved self-esteem and self-efficacy that can come with successful weight management.

What is the psychological approach to losing weight?
While there are no specific therapy modalities specifically for weight loss, common psychological therapies can be highly effective in helping clients make lasting lifestyle changes. This may be called the "psychological approach" to weight loss because it does not rely on physical interventions, such as medication or weight loss surgery, to help clients lose weight. Weight loss counselling can be used in addition to or instead of such physical interventions. Some clients simply seek therapy to address the challenges that may accompany weight loss in general, including negative thoughts surrounding their body, disordered eating patterns, or difficulty completing daily tasks as a result of their weight challenges. In such cases, therapists will often utilise behavioural coaching or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to help clients understand how their thoughts may be influencing their diet and physical activity patterns.

What type of therapy is commonly used in weight loss counselling?
Weight loss counseling often involves a combination of therapy and psychoeducation. Common techniques used by weight loss counselors include journalling, thought diaries, and other Cognitive Behavioural Therapy strategies that encourage clients to consider how their feelings about their weight loss impact their mental health. Weight loss counsellors may also teach clients mindfulness exercises, which can be used by clients during and after eating to be more aware of physical cues from their body surrounding eating. Some clients looking for weight loss therapy may also benefit from group therapy approaches, which utilise the power of social connection and accountability to help clients adhere to their weight loss plan.

Is therapy recommended for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery?
While therapy is not a requirement for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery, many individuals undergoing weight loss surgery may benefit from seeing a counsellor. Prior to surgery, counsellors can help clients decide whether surgical weight loss is a good fit for them and assist in surgery preparation. Post-surgery, counsellors can assist clients with the psychological component of maintaining their weight loss, as well as help clients navigate any postoperative pain. Throughout the surgical process, therapists can help clients process body-image challenges that may come with dramatic changes in weight, as well as manage symptoms of anxiety or depression that may accompany the major life changes bariatric surgery can bring.