Counselling in London
People come to therapy for lots of different reasons. You might be feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or unhappy, stuck or lost in life or in your relationships. Under pressure at work, not sure where your life is going? Maybe you feel as if the same patterns seem to keep repeating and causing hurt in your personal life and relationships, or you may have a crisis or specific problem you need to resolve or traumatic past experiences, such as abuse, bullying or bereavement. Everyone is different so whatever your own personal reasons for seeking therapy, I offer a safe and confidential place to talk and to achieve positive changes.
People come to therapy for lots of different reasons. You might be feeling anxious, depressed, stressed or unhappy, stuck or lost in life or in your relationships. Under pressure at work, not sure where your life is going? Maybe you feel as if the same patterns seem to keep repeating and causing hurt in your personal life and relationships, or you may have a crisis or specific problem you need to resolve or traumatic past experiences, such as abuse, bullying or bereavement. Everyone is different so whatever your own personal reasons for seeking therapy, I offer a safe and confidential place to talk and to achieve positive changes.
I am a fully qualified Psychologist holding a Psychology Bachelors Degree and two Master’s Degrees. I have some working experience within different fields of Psychology in differents countries. My main motivation is working with people that has complex needs/ mental health conditions or that are simply going through a tough moment of their lives and try to somehow help them to find their way themselves, but always side by side, providing a conifidential and secure space for them to freely and withouth any judgement express whatever they want and feel.
I am a fully qualified Psychologist holding a Psychology Bachelors Degree and two Master’s Degrees. I have some working experience within different fields of Psychology in differents countries. My main motivation is working with people that has complex needs/ mental health conditions or that are simply going through a tough moment of their lives and try to somehow help them to find their way themselves, but always side by side, providing a conifidential and secure space for them to freely and withouth any judgement express whatever they want and feel.
I am trained in psychoanalysis and I integrate different approaches such as art, music therapy and body awareness work. I prefer to work collaboratively to help us choose the best approach that will meet your needs. I have a high degree of skill and understanding of underlying issues and difficulties.
I am trained in psychoanalysis and I integrate different approaches such as art, music therapy and body awareness work. I prefer to work collaboratively to help us choose the best approach that will meet your needs. I have a high degree of skill and understanding of underlying issues and difficulties.
I work with adults who are struggling, or who despite functioning well sense that something is not quite right — patterns repeating in relationships, at work, or in how they experience themselves. Often these ways of being once served a purpose. In therapy, we explore what lies beneath.
I work with adults who are struggling, or who despite functioning well sense that something is not quite right — patterns repeating in relationships, at work, or in how they experience themselves. Often these ways of being once served a purpose. In therapy, we explore what lies beneath.
I work with individual adults of all ages, both face-to-face and online. I provide 50-minute, once-weekly counselling on a short-term, medium-term or open-ended basis. I can provide help in many areas, including but not limited to: Anxiety, Identity/Sense of Self, Challenges experienced by the LGBTQIA+ community, Relationship Difficulties, Navigating Non-Monogamy and Polyamory, Trauma, Bereavement/Loss, Anger Management, Gendered Experience, End of Life/Chronic Illness, Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts and Stress.
I work with individual adults of all ages, both face-to-face and online. I provide 50-minute, once-weekly counselling on a short-term, medium-term or open-ended basis. I can provide help in many areas, including but not limited to: Anxiety, Identity/Sense of Self, Challenges experienced by the LGBTQIA+ community, Relationship Difficulties, Navigating Non-Monogamy and Polyamory, Trauma, Bereavement/Loss, Anger Management, Gendered Experience, End of Life/Chronic Illness, Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts and Stress.
I am a registered clinical psychologist in the UK and Australia.
My education and qualifications were completed at The University of Hong Kong, King’s College London, The Australian National University, and the University of Tasmania.
I work with adults and children from diverse backgrounds, supporting them with a wide range of areas, including stress, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, workplace or personal injuries, pain management, health and well-being, identity, performance enhancement, relationships, career coaching, and personal development.
I am a registered clinical psychologist in the UK and Australia.
My education and qualifications were completed at The University of Hong Kong, King’s College London, The Australian National University, and the University of Tasmania.
I work with adults and children from diverse backgrounds, supporting them with a wide range of areas, including stress, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, workplace or personal injuries, pain management, health and well-being, identity, performance enhancement, relationships, career coaching, and personal development.
My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration, and I offer a safe, thoughtful space in which clients can make sense of their life experiences with understanding and support.
My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration, and I offer a safe, thoughtful space in which clients can make sense of their life experiences with understanding and support.
My approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive space to explore a range of difficulties including low mood and depression, OCD, ADHD, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, eating and sleeping difficulties, as well as challenges within relationships. Other interests/specialities include racial and intergenerational trauma, difficulties associated with becoming and being a parent (including the perinatal period), as well as work-related challenges. ADHD assessment including differential diagnosis are available.
My approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive space to explore a range of difficulties including low mood and depression, OCD, ADHD, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, eating and sleeping difficulties, as well as challenges within relationships. Other interests/specialities include racial and intergenerational trauma, difficulties associated with becoming and being a parent (including the perinatal period), as well as work-related challenges. ADHD assessment including differential diagnosis are available.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside, yet feel anxious, low, burnt out or emotionally stuck underneath. You might notice the same relationship patterns repeating, people-pleasing, withdrawing, fear of conflict, overcontrol, difficulty with closeness or trust, and it’s starting to affect how you feel day to day. For some people, stress also shows up physically: gut symptoms (IBS-type), headaches, chest tightness, dizziness or fatigue, even when tests have been reassuring.
You may look like you’re coping on the outside, yet feel anxious, low, burnt out or emotionally stuck underneath. You might notice the same relationship patterns repeating, people-pleasing, withdrawing, fear of conflict, overcontrol, difficulty with closeness or trust, and it’s starting to affect how you feel day to day. For some people, stress also shows up physically: gut symptoms (IBS-type), headaches, chest tightness, dizziness or fatigue, even when tests have been reassuring.
You might be struggling with difficult feelings like anxiety or depression, a painful loss, relationship issues or unhelpful behaviour patterns and need some support understanding what is going on for you. Clients who have difficulty navigating the world typically have not had sufficient recognition from important relationships which is the first step towards experiencing change & feeling better. Underlying my training and work is a commitment to diversity and inclusion and I encourage an environment where my clients can be themselves without feeling shame or embarrassment.
You might be struggling with difficult feelings like anxiety or depression, a painful loss, relationship issues or unhelpful behaviour patterns and need some support understanding what is going on for you. Clients who have difficulty navigating the world typically have not had sufficient recognition from important relationships which is the first step towards experiencing change & feeling better. Underlying my training and work is a commitment to diversity and inclusion and I encourage an environment where my clients can be themselves without feeling shame or embarrassment.
Dr Itzia Perez Morales - Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I specialise in helping people with long-standing trauma and anxiety, who feel stuck in patterns of intrusive thoughts, persistent worries, self-criticism, and regret. Often, there are multiple overlapping difficulties that have affected identity, confidence, relationships, or daily life. I work with people who benefit from longer-term therapy, consistent appointments, and an individualised treatment plan that may involve one therapeutic approach or a carefully integrated combination of therapies. So, if previous therapy didn't brought the change you hoped, if you've felt unheard and unseen, you may be exactly who I work best with.
I specialise in helping people with long-standing trauma and anxiety, who feel stuck in patterns of intrusive thoughts, persistent worries, self-criticism, and regret. Often, there are multiple overlapping difficulties that have affected identity, confidence, relationships, or daily life. I work with people who benefit from longer-term therapy, consistent appointments, and an individualised treatment plan that may involve one therapeutic approach or a carefully integrated combination of therapies. So, if previous therapy didn't brought the change you hoped, if you've felt unheard and unseen, you may be exactly who I work best with.
Sometimes people come to therapy feeling emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in painful patterns, disconnected from themselves, or exhausted from carrying too much alone. You may be struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, past experiences, or a sense that you have spent much of your life surviving rather than truly feeling able to be yourself. I offer a warm, relational, and non-judgemental space where we can explore your experiences together and help you develop greater self-understanding, emotional clarity, and a more connected relationship with yourself and others.
Sometimes people come to therapy feeling emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in painful patterns, disconnected from themselves, or exhausted from carrying too much alone. You may be struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, past experiences, or a sense that you have spent much of your life surviving rather than truly feeling able to be yourself. I offer a warm, relational, and non-judgemental space where we can explore your experiences together and help you develop greater self-understanding, emotional clarity, and a more connected relationship with yourself and others.
Don’t let trauma drive your relationships in life, they will take you down a beaten track, instead become a conscious driver and set your destination to healthy and happy relationships where you can be your true self and grow.
When thinking about relationships, most people seem to overlook the fact that our traumas inform how we relate to other people, this means that any trauma that hasn’t been processed and healed, will be determining what kind of person comes into your life, which ones stay and which ones leave.
At a practical level these traumas show up in day-to-day interactions with others in countless & often subtle ways:
Don’t let trauma drive your relationships in life, they will take you down a beaten track, instead become a conscious driver and set your destination to healthy and happy relationships where you can be your true self and grow.
When thinking about relationships, most people seem to overlook the fact that our traumas inform how we relate to other people, this means that any trauma that hasn’t been processed and healed, will be determining what kind of person comes into your life, which ones stay and which ones leave.
At a practical level these traumas show up in day-to-day interactions with others in countless & often subtle ways:
I have worked in mental health for over ten years with adults across the lifespan, children and families who have experienced a range of difficulties, in both community and inpatient settings. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Hertfordshire and currently work in a specialist NHS service for people with learning disabilities. I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.
I have worked in mental health for over ten years with adults across the lifespan, children and families who have experienced a range of difficulties, in both community and inpatient settings. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Hertfordshire and currently work in a specialist NHS service for people with learning disabilities. I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.
I am an experienced child and adolescent therapist and supervisor. I specialise in providing therapy to young people aged between 4 and 25 years old.
I also offer support to parents and carers, whether it is a standalone session or a more structured coaching programme.
If you are a young person or your child is experiencing low mood, anxiety, and having difficulty making sense of the world, I can help. Working together to support your needs, in a safe and unconditionally accepting environment, so that you are able to make sense of your thoughts and feelings, have a greater understanding of yourself and can achieve your goals.
I am an experienced child and adolescent therapist and supervisor. I specialise in providing therapy to young people aged between 4 and 25 years old.
I also offer support to parents and carers, whether it is a standalone session or a more structured coaching programme.
If you are a young person or your child is experiencing low mood, anxiety, and having difficulty making sense of the world, I can help. Working together to support your needs, in a safe and unconditionally accepting environment, so that you are able to make sense of your thoughts and feelings, have a greater understanding of yourself and can achieve your goals.
I am a fully qualified Counsellor and Coach, registered with the BACP and ACC. I have 10 years+ experience working with individuals and couples. Whether you are feeling stuck, experiencing challenges, anxiety, stress, or depression, I can offer support. As a Counsellor and Coach, I work with individuals to process difficult feelings and experiences and identify a positive way forward. Through couple counselling and coaching support couples to assess and evaluate the quality of their relationship, manage conflicts, develop skills for a successful future together, and increase trust and intimacy.i look
I am a fully qualified Counsellor and Coach, registered with the BACP and ACC. I have 10 years+ experience working with individuals and couples. Whether you are feeling stuck, experiencing challenges, anxiety, stress, or depression, I can offer support. As a Counsellor and Coach, I work with individuals to process difficult feelings and experiences and identify a positive way forward. Through couple counselling and coaching support couples to assess and evaluate the quality of their relationship, manage conflicts, develop skills for a successful future together, and increase trust and intimacy.i look
I have significant experience working within the NHS, supporting individuals who present with self-harm and suicidal behaviours. I have worked extensively with clients experiencing addiction, including alcohol, cocaine, nicotine, cannabis, opioids, and prescribed pain medication, as well as supporting reductions in harmful behaviours and improvements in quality of life.
I also have substantial experience supporting neurodivergent clients, helping them develop strategies to manage emotional overwhelm, executive dysfunction, and difficulties with daily functioning.
I have significant experience working within the NHS, supporting individuals who present with self-harm and suicidal behaviours. I have worked extensively with clients experiencing addiction, including alcohol, cocaine, nicotine, cannabis, opioids, and prescribed pain medication, as well as supporting reductions in harmful behaviours and improvements in quality of life.
I also have substantial experience supporting neurodivergent clients, helping them develop strategies to manage emotional overwhelm, executive dysfunction, and difficulties with daily functioning.
I am a Counselling Psychologist with experience in CBT, humanistic counselling and currently working from a psychodynamic and integrative standpoint. I believe that transformation can occur through a trusting therapeutic alliance which encourages a collaborative space to work with an individual’s unique aims and concerns for a more enriched life. I have experience across many forms of mental health issues, and currently work in addiction and trauma, alongside working with individuals who are experiencing high levels of anxiety.
I am a Counselling Psychologist with experience in CBT, humanistic counselling and currently working from a psychodynamic and integrative standpoint. I believe that transformation can occur through a trusting therapeutic alliance which encourages a collaborative space to work with an individual’s unique aims and concerns for a more enriched life. I have experience across many forms of mental health issues, and currently work in addiction and trauma, alongside working with individuals who are experiencing high levels of anxiety.
I offer psychoanalytically informed psychodynamic therapy (BACP) and am available for anyone who is struggling and is looking for some thoughtful company and support
My role as therapist is to attend to the affective inner life of those seeking therapy and play a caring role in a liberation effort, both psychic and social. I am interested intoffering a non-judgemental space to rehearse disalienation, and accompany patients as they think and feel through their inner life.
I believe that cycles can be broken, by paying attention to repetitions, inhibitions, and symptoms. As such I have worked with patients experiencing acute PTSD,
I offer psychoanalytically informed psychodynamic therapy (BACP) and am available for anyone who is struggling and is looking for some thoughtful company and support
My role as therapist is to attend to the affective inner life of those seeking therapy and play a caring role in a liberation effort, both psychic and social. I am interested intoffering a non-judgemental space to rehearse disalienation, and accompany patients as they think and feel through their inner life.
I believe that cycles can be broken, by paying attention to repetitions, inhibitions, and symptoms. As such I have worked with patients experiencing acute PTSD,
I am a Clinical Psychologist offering psychological therapy in South West London. I support individuals with a range of psychological difficulties and have a particular interest in working with people affected by physical health conditions and hospitalisation.
I am a Clinical Psychologist offering psychological therapy in South West London. I support individuals with a range of psychological difficulties and have a particular interest in working with people affected by physical health conditions and hospitalisation.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in London
3,000+
Average cost per session
£79
Counsellors in London who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 84% | Depression |
| 82% | Self Esteem |
| 79% | Relationship Issues |
| 76% | Stress |
| 67% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 67% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 73% | Aviva |
| 66% | AXA PPP |
| 58% | WPA |
How Counsellors in London see their clients
| 75% | In Person and Online | |
| 25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 75% | Female | |
| 24% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in London?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
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.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
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.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online 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.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.
