Counselling in London

Ernesto Brea
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
London W1G (Online Only)
Hi, there My name is Ernesto, a UK-trained Online Counsellor and Psychotherapist who has been providing therapy for over a decade to adults from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as part of the LGBTIQ+ community and/or members of ethnic minority groups. My experience has been mainly derived from working in a private practice setting and rendering my services to different multicultural institutions, including sexual health clinics on the NHS in central London. Kindly take note that I am also fluent in Spanish and able to offer therapy sessions in this language upon request.
Hi, there My name is Ernesto, a UK-trained Online Counsellor and Psychotherapist who has been providing therapy for over a decade to adults from diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as part of the LGBTIQ+ community and/or members of ethnic minority groups. My experience has been mainly derived from working in a private practice setting and rendering my services to different multicultural institutions, including sexual health clinics on the NHS in central London. Kindly take note that I am also fluent in Spanish and able to offer therapy sessions in this language upon request.

Luisa Bloom
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
London SE1
We live complex lives, pressured by change. Today’s “global connectivity” may leave us feeling isolated from those we care about – and at times from ourselves. Over the past years, I have developed my private practice, as well as volunteering for a national mental health charity.
We live complex lives, pressured by change. Today’s “global connectivity” may leave us feeling isolated from those we care about – and at times from ourselves. Over the past years, I have developed my private practice, as well as volunteering for a national mental health charity.

Emilia Yau Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
London SE1
What clients have said - With Emilia's help, I was able to better understand how past events have shaped me and my view of the world, and work through to a place where I am much happier as a person and confident about my life moving forwards - Emilia provided a compassionate and supportive space for me to explore the journey of my life and to work through previous traumas. I felt she was invested in me, really understanding and listening to me. Not only was Emilia kind and empathic but she also offered a wealth of knowledge which allowed me to better understand previous events.
What clients have said - With Emilia's help, I was able to better understand how past events have shaped me and my view of the world, and work through to a place where I am much happier as a person and confident about my life moving forwards - Emilia provided a compassionate and supportive space for me to explore the journey of my life and to work through previous traumas. I felt she was invested in me, really understanding and listening to me. Not only was Emilia kind and empathic but she also offered a wealth of knowledge which allowed me to better understand previous events.

Indre Sateikyte
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
London W8 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Indre and I am a qualified counsellor in advanced training in psychotherapy. I work short-term or long-term depending on an individual's needs. As a Transactional Analysis psychotherapist, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore and understand their experiences, emotions, and behaviors. I believe that our relationships with ourselves and others play a crucial role in our mental and emotional wellbeing.
In my work with clients, I emphasize a relational approach, which means that I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to gain insight and understanding.
Hello, my name is Indre and I am a qualified counsellor in advanced training in psychotherapy. I work short-term or long-term depending on an individual's needs. As a Transactional Analysis psychotherapist, my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore and understand their experiences, emotions, and behaviors. I believe that our relationships with ourselves and others play a crucial role in our mental and emotional wellbeing.
In my work with clients, I emphasize a relational approach, which means that I view therapy as a collaborative process where we work together to gain insight and understanding.

Elaine Hames
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
London SW6
If you're facing difficulties such as anxiety or depression, the impact of past experiences or traumas, relationship issues, a period of transition or change in your life, challenges related to your sense of self or identity, or even grief and loss, I can assist you in addressing these issues through Gestalt therapy. Gestalt therapy is a relational and body-centered psychotherapy approach that offers the opportunity for growth and change. It is based on a therapeutic relationship of acceptance, respect, and mutual support.
If you're facing difficulties such as anxiety or depression, the impact of past experiences or traumas, relationship issues, a period of transition or change in your life, challenges related to your sense of self or identity, or even grief and loss, I can assist you in addressing these issues through Gestalt therapy. Gestalt therapy is a relational and body-centered psychotherapy approach that offers the opportunity for growth and change. It is based on a therapeutic relationship of acceptance, respect, and mutual support.

Evan Bates
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
London W6
I offer a free 15 minute phone call before meeting. This gives you an opportunity to outline your current circumstances and enables me to consider whether I might be able to help you. Your first session will be an assessment where I will ask you questions to better understand your past, your present and your expectations. This session is a two-way process for both of us to consider if we might be able to work together. Any ongoing therapy will last 50 minutes and would take place on a weekly basis.
I offer a free 15 minute phone call before meeting. This gives you an opportunity to outline your current circumstances and enables me to consider whether I might be able to help you. Your first session will be an assessment where I will ask you questions to better understand your past, your present and your expectations. This session is a two-way process for both of us to consider if we might be able to work together. Any ongoing therapy will last 50 minutes and would take place on a weekly basis.

The Power to Live Foundation
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
London W1U (Online Only)
We believe no one should struggle alone. Therefore, accessibility to high-quality, evidence based therapeutic treatment is at the core of what we do at Power to Live. We are a charity offering means-tested third wave cognitive behavioural therapy. Sessions can cost as low as £5 a week. With waiting times of less than three weeks, you will be able to access affordable, effective and compassionate care when you need it.
We believe no one should struggle alone. Therefore, accessibility to high-quality, evidence based therapeutic treatment is at the core of what we do at Power to Live. We are a charity offering means-tested third wave cognitive behavioural therapy. Sessions can cost as low as £5 a week. With waiting times of less than three weeks, you will be able to access affordable, effective and compassionate care when you need it.

Elizabeth Loach
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
London W5
My name is Elizabeth and I work with adult individuals and couples. Sometimes we feel lost and struggle to cope with life’s difficulties. Taking the first step to contact a therapist can feel really difficult and so I’d like you to know that our therapeutic 'space' is safe and non-judgemental.
My name is Elizabeth and I work with adult individuals and couples. Sometimes we feel lost and struggle to cope with life’s difficulties. Taking the first step to contact a therapist can feel really difficult and so I’d like you to know that our therapeutic 'space' is safe and non-judgemental.

Zakera Pirbhai
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
London E17 (Online Only)
I understand that reaching out for support can evoke much anxiety. I am here to work at your pace and with your agenda in a non judgemental space. I have learned that our reaction to challenges in our adult lives can often be related to our childhood experiences. Within our partnership we will be able to work through childhood trauma, attachment and how they may impact on your current mental health. I offer a holistic approach which allows clients to bring every aspect of themselves, creating a heart to heart connection. With children and Adolescence I work to support and understand their experiences and stages of development.
I understand that reaching out for support can evoke much anxiety. I am here to work at your pace and with your agenda in a non judgemental space. I have learned that our reaction to challenges in our adult lives can often be related to our childhood experiences. Within our partnership we will be able to work through childhood trauma, attachment and how they may impact on your current mental health. I offer a holistic approach which allows clients to bring every aspect of themselves, creating a heart to heart connection. With children and Adolescence I work to support and understand their experiences and stages of development.

Elaine Cunnea
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
London N11
I am a Qualified Person-Centred Therapist, a registered member of the BACP. (MBACP). My practice has centred on, working with the BAME community, Trauma, FGM, Bereavement, Depression and Anxiety, people living with Sexual Health issues. My work also encompasses; Schools, Further Education Colleges, Sexual Health Clinics, Faith Communities and the LGBTQi+ community I use a client centred approach as a collaborative process to bring about holistic change for positive life outcomes.
I am a Qualified Person-Centred Therapist, a registered member of the BACP. (MBACP). My practice has centred on, working with the BAME community, Trauma, FGM, Bereavement, Depression and Anxiety, people living with Sexual Health issues. My work also encompasses; Schools, Further Education Colleges, Sexual Health Clinics, Faith Communities and the LGBTQi+ community I use a client centred approach as a collaborative process to bring about holistic change for positive life outcomes.

Dr Kathie Burke
Psychologist, PsychD, AFBPSsS
Verified
London N11
Not sure I have an 'ideal' client, but a person who is aware that they could be living a better life, is unhappy for not entirely logical reasons but realises that they have the potential to improve by reflecting and thinking about how they feel, what their values and goals might be, well, they're plenty good enough for me to look forward to seeing.
Not sure I have an 'ideal' client, but a person who is aware that they could be living a better life, is unhappy for not entirely logical reasons but realises that they have the potential to improve by reflecting and thinking about how they feel, what their values and goals might be, well, they're plenty good enough for me to look forward to seeing.
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Tam Korodi
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
London SE1 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Tam! I am an attachment expert, specialising exclusively in resolving relationship issues (romantic, familial, professional). Whether you're single and seeking your happily-ever-after, working on a troubled relationship, or picking yourself up after a shattering divorce or breakup, I can help you change your love life. I also work with clients who have toxic and high-conflict familial or professional relationships. I provide online sessions to both individuals and couples using the most up-to-date scientific methods.
Hi, I'm Tam! I am an attachment expert, specialising exclusively in resolving relationship issues (romantic, familial, professional). Whether you're single and seeking your happily-ever-after, working on a troubled relationship, or picking yourself up after a shattering divorce or breakup, I can help you change your love life. I also work with clients who have toxic and high-conflict familial or professional relationships. I provide online sessions to both individuals and couples using the most up-to-date scientific methods.

Michael Swales
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
London EC1A
As an integrative relationship therapist, Michael offers a caring and compassionate therapeutic approach focused on relationships, trauma, and recovery. His therapy model is based on the relationship we have with ourselves - and how that plays out in our connection to others. As a result of growing our awareness, we change through insight, experiencing and expression of our feelings. Working experientially helps to break down the barriers to emotional intimacy and we can release unhealthy or addictive coping strategies, creating a space in which to heal and thrive.
As an integrative relationship therapist, Michael offers a caring and compassionate therapeutic approach focused on relationships, trauma, and recovery. His therapy model is based on the relationship we have with ourselves - and how that plays out in our connection to others. As a result of growing our awareness, we change through insight, experiencing and expression of our feelings. Working experientially helps to break down the barriers to emotional intimacy and we can release unhealthy or addictive coping strategies, creating a space in which to heal and thrive.

Anne Glynn
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
London E14
The most important thing I can do for you is to help you understand yourself better, to know why you do the things you do and find certain situations difficult. I work with people who want to understand why they can't assert themselves, find enjoyment in life, make friends, recover from bereavement or the end of a relationship, why they get so angry, have addictions, obsessions and intrusive thoughts or why they don't know what to do about a partner who is controllling or abusive. Alternatively, I can offer EMDR, which is a treatment for trauma and other experiences from the recent or distant past which have adversely affected you.
The most important thing I can do for you is to help you understand yourself better, to know why you do the things you do and find certain situations difficult. I work with people who want to understand why they can't assert themselves, find enjoyment in life, make friends, recover from bereavement or the end of a relationship, why they get so angry, have addictions, obsessions and intrusive thoughts or why they don't know what to do about a partner who is controllling or abusive. Alternatively, I can offer EMDR, which is a treatment for trauma and other experiences from the recent or distant past which have adversely affected you.

Nina Gough-Cooper
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
London E10
Does this sound familiar: “I have to be the strong one”, “I mustn’t say no”, “I can’t ask for help”, “What’s wrong with me?” Feeling anxious and overwhelmed, stuck and low in mood. Lacking motivation. If you have reached a point in life where you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, I may be the right person to help you make the change. I have extensive experience working with people who have experienced past traumas, the effects of which may be manifesting today as depression, anxiety and/or physical health problems. The mind and body are two sides of the same coin and I can support you to increase your wellbeing in both.
Does this sound familiar: “I have to be the strong one”, “I mustn’t say no”, “I can’t ask for help”, “What’s wrong with me?” Feeling anxious and overwhelmed, stuck and low in mood. Lacking motivation. If you have reached a point in life where you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, I may be the right person to help you make the change. I have extensive experience working with people who have experienced past traumas, the effects of which may be manifesting today as depression, anxiety and/or physical health problems. The mind and body are two sides of the same coin and I can support you to increase your wellbeing in both.

Phoebe Gorry
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
London SW9
Deciding to go to therapy, and finding the right therapist can be a daunting and difficult process. My aim is to make that as easy as possible for you and I offer a free, initial first session of 30 minutes for you to test the waters and figure out if I feel like the right therapist for you. .
Deciding to go to therapy, and finding the right therapist can be a daunting and difficult process. My aim is to make that as easy as possible for you and I offer a free, initial first session of 30 minutes for you to test the waters and figure out if I feel like the right therapist for you. .

Hanna Shariatzadeh
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
London W5
I am a licensed Psychotherapist, with experience in a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, trauma, depression, life changes, relationship issues and addiction. Whether you have been in counselling before, or this the first time you are approaching counselling, it can be a big step to take and I am here to support you in the process.
I am a licensed Psychotherapist, with experience in a wide range of concerns such as anxiety, trauma, depression, life changes, relationship issues and addiction. Whether you have been in counselling before, or this the first time you are approaching counselling, it can be a big step to take and I am here to support you in the process.

Donna Collins
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
London W1G
Welcome. Therapy can help you to find a safe space in the world to start to trust that it is ok to be yourself. Often, this has not been possible for many people and this leads to anxiety, stress, depression and many other presenting symptoms. Therapy can help you to come back to your true nature, trusting that you are welcome to be seen and heard in both therapy and in your life.
Welcome. Therapy can help you to find a safe space in the world to start to trust that it is ok to be yourself. Often, this has not been possible for many people and this leads to anxiety, stress, depression and many other presenting symptoms. Therapy can help you to come back to your true nature, trusting that you are welcome to be seen and heard in both therapy and in your life.

Martin Fisher
Psychotherapist, MSc, PNCPS Acc.
Verified
London NW1
A warm welcome. Having studied Creative Health and Performance Psychology (2022), I understand issues faced by performance artists. I was a member of the Donmar Theatre Local Company (2020-21) and welcome approaches from people who work in theatre and the arts. As a former barrister I understand the pressures of working in the legal profession and financial services industries. Finally, I was once CEO of a national charity, so managers in the voluntary sector may feel I’ll have an affinity with them too but whoever you are, you’ll get a warm welcome from me. I am fully aware that starting therapy can feel very daunting.
A warm welcome. Having studied Creative Health and Performance Psychology (2022), I understand issues faced by performance artists. I was a member of the Donmar Theatre Local Company (2020-21) and welcome approaches from people who work in theatre and the arts. As a former barrister I understand the pressures of working in the legal profession and financial services industries. Finally, I was once CEO of a national charity, so managers in the voluntary sector may feel I’ll have an affinity with them too but whoever you are, you’ll get a warm welcome from me. I am fully aware that starting therapy can feel very daunting.

Rowan Gray
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
London SW9
I work with people who feel stuck and want to create more movement in their life. Movement is the capacity to change. We are most alive when we are moving forward. It’s from this place that we can adapt, feel better and live with more creativity and impact. As a psychotherapist I support you to create the movement you need and bring about change in you life. This can include the processing of a difficult life event such as a divorce, the death of a loved one or a traumatic experience.
I work with people who feel stuck and want to create more movement in their life. Movement is the capacity to change. We are most alive when we are moving forward. It’s from this place that we can adapt, feel better and live with more creativity and impact. As a psychotherapist I support you to create the movement you need and bring about change in you life. This can include the processing of a difficult life event such as a divorce, the death of a loved one or a traumatic experience.
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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.