Counselling in London

Dr Sonam Patel, Willow Psychology Service
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
1 Endorsed
London E16 (Online Only)
I aim to create an empathic and containing therapeutic space in which you feel safe to explore the difficulties that may be troubling you, be that feelings of sadness, fear, depression, anxiety, difficulties in key relationships, or struggling to cope after a traumatic event. In therapy, we will work together to develop an understanding of what happened in your life that may have triggered these difficulties, and what may be maintaining these difficulties now.
I aim to create an empathic and containing therapeutic space in which you feel safe to explore the difficulties that may be troubling you, be that feelings of sadness, fear, depression, anxiety, difficulties in key relationships, or struggling to cope after a traumatic event. In therapy, we will work together to develop an understanding of what happened in your life that may have triggered these difficulties, and what may be maintaining these difficulties now.

Sue Cziraky
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
London SE1
Are you finding it difficult to cope? Perhaps life's pressures have left you feeling depressed or feeling increasingly stressed and anxious? All too often modern living can leave us with very little space to reflect about our own needs. Our relationships and health can suffer as a result. Psychotherapy can be helpful when emotional suffering becomes too much and at times of crisis when life can feel difficult or unmanageable. I am a qualified and experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist, particularly skilled in working with depression, anxiety and difficulties in couple relationships.
Are you finding it difficult to cope? Perhaps life's pressures have left you feeling depressed or feeling increasingly stressed and anxious? All too often modern living can leave us with very little space to reflect about our own needs. Our relationships and health can suffer as a result. Psychotherapy can be helpful when emotional suffering becomes too much and at times of crisis when life can feel difficult or unmanageable. I am a qualified and experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist, particularly skilled in working with depression, anxiety and difficulties in couple relationships.

Tibor Poor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
London WC1A
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It is likely that you are reading these lines because you are looking for support in getting through a crisis or you wish to explore some long-standing issues with a kind and caring professional. Perhaps you're struggling with problems in your relationship, professional life or trying to overcome destructive habits. You might be feeling stuck and need help to make sense of what's going on.
It is likely that you are reading these lines because you are looking for support in getting through a crisis or you wish to explore some long-standing issues with a kind and caring professional. Perhaps you're struggling with problems in your relationship, professional life or trying to overcome destructive habits. You might be feeling stuck and need help to make sense of what's going on.

Geraldine Lothian
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
London SE12 (Online Only)
If you find yourself struggling with feelings and you’re not sure why, being able to talk to someone confidentially and without judgement may help.
If you find yourself struggling with feelings and you’re not sure why, being able to talk to someone confidentially and without judgement may help.

Lindsay Hamilton
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW13
You may be feeling worried, down, stressed, fed up, conflicted, confused, or simply wishing for change. It may feel difficult to manage life and you may have no idea why, or you might have some ideas. Perhaps you’ve had difficult experiences during childhood, adolescence or adulthood. Perhaps the thought of talking to someone feels a bit scary but better than keeping everything bottled up. You may wish to improve your relationship or relationships in general. Perhaps things happen in your life and you don’t understand why, or how. You might find that you’re drawn to distractions like the internet, or overspending.
You may be feeling worried, down, stressed, fed up, conflicted, confused, or simply wishing for change. It may feel difficult to manage life and you may have no idea why, or you might have some ideas. Perhaps you’ve had difficult experiences during childhood, adolescence or adulthood. Perhaps the thought of talking to someone feels a bit scary but better than keeping everything bottled up. You may wish to improve your relationship or relationships in general. Perhaps things happen in your life and you don’t understand why, or how. You might find that you’re drawn to distractions like the internet, or overspending.

Ronaldo Stroppa
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
London W5
I know that sometimes taking the first step to seek help may seem like a huge task. Having a confidential space, free of judgement can help you. The thought that no one else can understand how it feels can be paralysing. The feeling that others will judge before helping you may lead you to think that there is no one trustworthy enough. I offer short and long-term therapy. A place to explore your thoughts and feelings and how they impact on their relationships. I am experienced in working with clients suffering with anxiety, depression, trauma, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, bereavement and issues with self-esteem.
I know that sometimes taking the first step to seek help may seem like a huge task. Having a confidential space, free of judgement can help you. The thought that no one else can understand how it feels can be paralysing. The feeling that others will judge before helping you may lead you to think that there is no one trustworthy enough. I offer short and long-term therapy. A place to explore your thoughts and feelings and how they impact on their relationships. I am experienced in working with clients suffering with anxiety, depression, trauma, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, bereavement and issues with self-esteem.

Deniz Cavlak
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
London NW1 (Online Only)
Difficult life events and experiences, particularly the early ones, impact the way we perceive ourselves and relate to others. They often lead to challenging emotions such as fear, anger, anxiety, guilt, or shame. When the emotions remain unexpressed and unprocessed, they may cause physical symptoms, intrusive thoughts, feelings of incompetence and unworthiness, lack of interest, concentration difficulties, stress, poor boundaries, relationship issues, and so on.
Difficult life events and experiences, particularly the early ones, impact the way we perceive ourselves and relate to others. They often lead to challenging emotions such as fear, anger, anxiety, guilt, or shame. When the emotions remain unexpressed and unprocessed, they may cause physical symptoms, intrusive thoughts, feelings of incompetence and unworthiness, lack of interest, concentration difficulties, stress, poor boundaries, relationship issues, and so on.

Laura Hart
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
London SE19
It's important to get the right support when life isn't going so well... I qualified as a counsellor and psychotherapist in 2009. I enjoy working in an integrative and collaborative way which allows me to tailor my approach to my clients needs. I believe that the most healing factor in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space to facilitate exploration and/or change. My sessions will help you to recognise your patterns, help you to heal from the past and empower you to create a happier and healthier self.
It's important to get the right support when life isn't going so well... I qualified as a counsellor and psychotherapist in 2009. I enjoy working in an integrative and collaborative way which allows me to tailor my approach to my clients needs. I believe that the most healing factor in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space to facilitate exploration and/or change. My sessions will help you to recognise your patterns, help you to heal from the past and empower you to create a happier and healthier self.

Ana Maria Santos Castro
Counsellor, MSc, PNCPS Acc.
Verified
London EC3V
Hello & Welcome! If you or your loved one are looking for support with mental health issues or feelings of increased stress and frustration, I am here to help. Surely you want the support of a practitioner that is qualified, experienced, and accredited. But what you also need is someone you can connect to, and that listens with real understanding and true empathy. Someone that supports you achieve your goals, helps you cope, and ultimately heal. Based on my experience these are the most potent forces for change and this is exactly what I offer to my clients.
Hello & Welcome! If you or your loved one are looking for support with mental health issues or feelings of increased stress and frustration, I am here to help. Surely you want the support of a practitioner that is qualified, experienced, and accredited. But what you also need is someone you can connect to, and that listens with real understanding and true empathy. Someone that supports you achieve your goals, helps you cope, and ultimately heal. Based on my experience these are the most potent forces for change and this is exactly what I offer to my clients.

Jess MacIntyre-Harrison
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
London WC1A
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 15 years of experience working with people struggling with complex life & emotional difficulties. Through building a trusting relationship, I aim to sit alongside my clients & empower them in their journeys towards getting to know themselves better, understanding their difficulties, and compassionately making change. I centre compassion and non-judgement in my work, integrating ideas borrowed from Narrative Therapy (NT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Analytic Therapy (CAT) and body work.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 15 years of experience working with people struggling with complex life & emotional difficulties. Through building a trusting relationship, I aim to sit alongside my clients & empower them in their journeys towards getting to know themselves better, understanding their difficulties, and compassionately making change. I centre compassion and non-judgement in my work, integrating ideas borrowed from Narrative Therapy (NT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive-Analytic Therapy (CAT) and body work.

Abi Hopkins
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
London E8
You may feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious or have a sense of dissatisfaction or unease. You might be experiencing social isolation, loneliness, or difficulties in your relationships. I believe human connection is now more important than ever. As an experienced, trained, and registered Person-Centred therapist, creating a warm and trusting relationship is at the heart of my work. I offer a safe, empathic space where you feel heard, valued and understood. This can support you to develop more awareness, acceptance, and compassion for all aspects of yourself, leading to a more satisfying, meaningful and fulfilling life.
You may feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious or have a sense of dissatisfaction or unease. You might be experiencing social isolation, loneliness, or difficulties in your relationships. I believe human connection is now more important than ever. As an experienced, trained, and registered Person-Centred therapist, creating a warm and trusting relationship is at the heart of my work. I offer a safe, empathic space where you feel heard, valued and understood. This can support you to develop more awareness, acceptance, and compassion for all aspects of yourself, leading to a more satisfying, meaningful and fulfilling life.
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Marta Meli
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
London EC1V (Online Only)
I provide a warm, non-judgemental and inclusive space open to individuals of all cultures, backgrounds, orientations and abilities. Whether you are dealing with long-standing difficulties that you feel limit your ability to live a fulfilling life or you are going through a difficult patch due to a specific experience or issue, I can help you by providing a safe space where you can voice what is going on for you. My aim is to facilitate a process where you can identify your needs and live a fuller and more authentic life. Ultimately, I would like to support you in finding and putting in practice the changes that best work for you.
I provide a warm, non-judgemental and inclusive space open to individuals of all cultures, backgrounds, orientations and abilities. Whether you are dealing with long-standing difficulties that you feel limit your ability to live a fulfilling life or you are going through a difficult patch due to a specific experience or issue, I can help you by providing a safe space where you can voice what is going on for you. My aim is to facilitate a process where you can identify your needs and live a fuller and more authentic life. Ultimately, I would like to support you in finding and putting in practice the changes that best work for you.

Gloria Tresaco
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
London SW11
I offer CBT therapy sessions and counselling on a short-term or open-ended basis. My aim is to create a warm, supportive and empathic space where people can feel safe, be fully themselves and talk freely about their concerns without fear of being judged. By working through their worries and identifying challenging thoughts, emotions and behaviours together,
I offer CBT therapy sessions and counselling on a short-term or open-ended basis. My aim is to create a warm, supportive and empathic space where people can feel safe, be fully themselves and talk freely about their concerns without fear of being judged. By working through their worries and identifying challenging thoughts, emotions and behaviours together,

Saidat Khan Consulting Ltd
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP Accred
Verified
London W1G
I am a highly qualified Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapist, A Psycho-sexual and Relationship Therapist and an Addictions Specialist who helps individuals, couples, families and groups gain the psychological awareness to improve health and well-being.
I am a highly qualified Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapist, A Psycho-sexual and Relationship Therapist and an Addictions Specialist who helps individuals, couples, families and groups gain the psychological awareness to improve health and well-being.

Phil Mollon
Psychotherapist, PhD, BPC
Verified
London W1G
Having been in clinical practice for over 45 years, much of it within the NHS, I have experience in working with most kinds of emotional and psychological difficulties. These include trauma, relationship problems, all kinds of anxiety states, depression and low self-esteem, disorders in the sense of self, ADHD - along with the more subtle states of "feeling different" and the challenges of being a "highly sensitive person" or "indigo" being. Spirituality and working with our higher dimensional aspects are a core part of my work, along with help in identifying a person's 'soul mission' and resolving blocks to pursuing this.
Having been in clinical practice for over 45 years, much of it within the NHS, I have experience in working with most kinds of emotional and psychological difficulties. These include trauma, relationship problems, all kinds of anxiety states, depression and low self-esteem, disorders in the sense of self, ADHD - along with the more subtle states of "feeling different" and the challenges of being a "highly sensitive person" or "indigo" being. Spirituality and working with our higher dimensional aspects are a core part of my work, along with help in identifying a person's 'soul mission' and resolving blocks to pursuing this.

Lenka Hamerska
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
London SE1 (Online Only)
I believe that when we exclude parts of ourselves, we leave ourselves feeling incomplete, lost or frustrated. I aim to increase awareness by focusing on the present experience through your feelings, thoughts, emotions and senses. To gain a better understanding of ourselves, it is sometimes necessary to embark on a journey of self exploration. As awareness increases, we can open up to the possibility of experiencing and feeling compassion for the aspects of ourselves we find hardest to accept, befriend them and ultimately aid in self healing.
I believe that when we exclude parts of ourselves, we leave ourselves feeling incomplete, lost or frustrated. I aim to increase awareness by focusing on the present experience through your feelings, thoughts, emotions and senses. To gain a better understanding of ourselves, it is sometimes necessary to embark on a journey of self exploration. As awareness increases, we can open up to the possibility of experiencing and feeling compassion for the aspects of ourselves we find hardest to accept, befriend them and ultimately aid in self healing.

Mabadiliko Intercultural Therapy (M.I.T)
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
London SE23
Mabadiliko Intercultural Therapy CIC (MIT) is a group private practice made up of a team of qualified associate and trainee counsellors and psychotherapists. At MIT we are dedicated to offering a culturally sensitive trauma informed approach to talking therapy for individuals aged 18 and over. We offer a compassionate non-judgemental space for you to explore your well-being concerns. We have a particular focus on issues related to racial and/or cultural identity, childhood, racial and/or sexual trauma. Psychotherapy is tailored to each individual, and we offer support with various well-being and mental health concerns.
Mabadiliko Intercultural Therapy CIC (MIT) is a group private practice made up of a team of qualified associate and trainee counsellors and psychotherapists. At MIT we are dedicated to offering a culturally sensitive trauma informed approach to talking therapy for individuals aged 18 and over. We offer a compassionate non-judgemental space for you to explore your well-being concerns. We have a particular focus on issues related to racial and/or cultural identity, childhood, racial and/or sexual trauma. Psychotherapy is tailored to each individual, and we offer support with various well-being and mental health concerns.

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Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
London NW3
As a psychotherapist, I have a strong interest in the healing capacity of the arts and have worked in an NHS Mental Health Trust seeing individuals and facilitating therapeutic groups using clay & artwork Psychotherapy can help you cope with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and other trauma. I am a qualified psychotherapist specialising in online therapy with an interest of what it means to be human & to thrive I am a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP).
As a psychotherapist, I have a strong interest in the healing capacity of the arts and have worked in an NHS Mental Health Trust seeing individuals and facilitating therapeutic groups using clay & artwork Psychotherapy can help you cope with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and other trauma. I am a qualified psychotherapist specialising in online therapy with an interest of what it means to be human & to thrive I am a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP), the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP).

San Vtgotsky Wong
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
London E14
I am San Vtgotsky Wong. I am a senior Psychotherapist and University Supervisor, working for children, youth and mental health for more than 19 years. I am very passionate about therapeutic interventions that vary from deep psychological interventions based on the client's history and memories, to an emphasis on the relationship between therapist and client, including their cultural context and systems. I am also very interested in using symbolic representations and meanings in the therapeutic setting to assist clients on their reflections and self-awareness. I have worked in a variety of settings including psychiatric h
I am San Vtgotsky Wong. I am a senior Psychotherapist and University Supervisor, working for children, youth and mental health for more than 19 years. I am very passionate about therapeutic interventions that vary from deep psychological interventions based on the client's history and memories, to an emphasis on the relationship between therapist and client, including their cultural context and systems. I am also very interested in using symbolic representations and meanings in the therapeutic setting to assist clients on their reflections and self-awareness. I have worked in a variety of settings including psychiatric h

Dr Sandra Darmanin
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
London SW19 (Online Only)
I am a licenced clinical psychologist and member of the HCPC in the UK and the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA) and having trained as a clinical psychologist at the Wright Institute in Berkeley and Yale University. I have been providing therapy to male and female clients for over 20 years and have accumulated a wealth of experience in working with adults with complex presentations. I have an expertise in working with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationships, workplace issues and substance use.
I am a licenced clinical psychologist and member of the HCPC in the UK and the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA) and having trained as a clinical psychologist at the Wright Institute in Berkeley and Yale University. I have been providing therapy to male and female clients for over 20 years and have accumulated a wealth of experience in working with adults with complex presentations. I have an expertise in working with depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationships, workplace issues and substance use.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online or over the phone can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counsellors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counselling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.