Counselling in London
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 10 years experience in the NHS. I specialise in working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, burnout, trauma both recent and long-standing and the challenges that come with long-term health conditions.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 10 years experience in the NHS. I specialise in working with people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, burnout, trauma both recent and long-standing and the challenges that come with long-term health conditions.
I am an integrative Clinical practitioner and a qualified Clinical supervisor Sometimes it's hard to reach out when you need help. Its takes a brave to come forward. I offer my clients a space to express and explore the issues. The importance of a therapeutic relationship is to build an alliance and a connection to work together. They will develop trust and security as we make sense of your current challenges and difficulties. Over 20 years studying psychology and counselling worked as a human trafficking officer, Domestic Violence officer, Youth worker, family officer many more. Clinical supervisor and an Doctor of Psychanalytic
I am an integrative Clinical practitioner and a qualified Clinical supervisor Sometimes it's hard to reach out when you need help. Its takes a brave to come forward. I offer my clients a space to express and explore the issues. The importance of a therapeutic relationship is to build an alliance and a connection to work together. They will develop trust and security as we make sense of your current challenges and difficulties. Over 20 years studying psychology and counselling worked as a human trafficking officer, Domestic Violence officer, Youth worker, family officer many more. Clinical supervisor and an Doctor of Psychanalytic
It’s a proven fact that, at some point in most of our lives, we will face challenges that throw us off balance and may require some support. This is not a sign of weakness or madness—it’s simply part of being human.
There are many reasons you might be seeking therapy. You could be grappling with the lasting effects of deep trauma and need support with self-regulation. Perhaps you’re curious about understanding yourself better—why you find yourself repeating certain patterns in your relationships or life.
It’s a proven fact that, at some point in most of our lives, we will face challenges that throw us off balance and may require some support. This is not a sign of weakness or madness—it’s simply part of being human.
There are many reasons you might be seeking therapy. You could be grappling with the lasting effects of deep trauma and need support with self-regulation. Perhaps you’re curious about understanding yourself better—why you find yourself repeating certain patterns in your relationships or life.
It takes courage to seek support, therefore I offer a confidential space where you can safely explore the particular situation you find yourself in. This may mean you come with a specific problem, anxiety, crisis or perhaps a vaguer sense that something doesn't feel quite right for you. Everyday life does not always leave room for reflection or questioning, therefore carving out a regular space to wonder, alongside another person about yourself, can be a powerful way to uncover how past experiences and relationships may have impacted the way things are now, whilst identifying how you would like things to be in the future.
It takes courage to seek support, therefore I offer a confidential space where you can safely explore the particular situation you find yourself in. This may mean you come with a specific problem, anxiety, crisis or perhaps a vaguer sense that something doesn't feel quite right for you. Everyday life does not always leave room for reflection or questioning, therefore carving out a regular space to wonder, alongside another person about yourself, can be a powerful way to uncover how past experiences and relationships may have impacted the way things are now, whilst identifying how you would like things to be in the future.
I am a Certified Transactional Analysis Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer online therapy for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and more.
My approach is warm and supportive, creating a safe space where you can feel heard and understood. Together, we’ll work to help you better understand your emotions, overcome challenges, and make lasting changes that improve your well-being.
I am a Certified Transactional Analysis Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I offer online therapy for individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and more.
My approach is warm and supportive, creating a safe space where you can feel heard and understood. Together, we’ll work to help you better understand your emotions, overcome challenges, and make lasting changes that improve your well-being.
Reaching out to a therapist initially can feel intimidating and overwhelming but can be the first step towards addressing and gaining a fresh perspective on underlying issues. As an existential therapist I work with clients to think deeply about their own experience and what it means and is like to be them. Therapy itself will not guarantee solutions, “make” individuals “better” or always be an enjoyable endeavour but can provide the opportunity to gain clarity around ourselves, our relationships with others and what has happened, is happening and could happen in our lives.
Reaching out to a therapist initially can feel intimidating and overwhelming but can be the first step towards addressing and gaining a fresh perspective on underlying issues. As an existential therapist I work with clients to think deeply about their own experience and what it means and is like to be them. Therapy itself will not guarantee solutions, “make” individuals “better” or always be an enjoyable endeavour but can provide the opportunity to gain clarity around ourselves, our relationships with others and what has happened, is happening and could happen in our lives.
As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist I practice ISTDP (Intensive Short- Term Dynamic Psychotherapy), which is a highly effective evidence based 'attachment focused therapy' that rapidly addresses your underlying issues at an emotional level. This allows you to pay closer attention to yourself and your emotions in ‘healthier’ ways, enabling you to experience your emotions to their fullest and allowing a natural healing process to occur. This not only brings symptomatic relief but more importantly it enables you to use your feelings to guide your decision making in all areas of your life, allowing you to blossom and reach your full
As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist I practice ISTDP (Intensive Short- Term Dynamic Psychotherapy), which is a highly effective evidence based 'attachment focused therapy' that rapidly addresses your underlying issues at an emotional level. This allows you to pay closer attention to yourself and your emotions in ‘healthier’ ways, enabling you to experience your emotions to their fullest and allowing a natural healing process to occur. This not only brings symptomatic relief but more importantly it enables you to use your feelings to guide your decision making in all areas of your life, allowing you to blossom and reach your full
I am a HCPC registered psychotherapist with 10 years experience of working with adults, young people and groups. I work with a psychodynamic, creative approach and offer you a space that is non-judgemental, empathic and safe.
Clients come to therapy with me for many and varied reasons: sometimes for support to address a specific mental health problem, such as anxiety or low mood; sometimes because of a dilemma or difficult experience: the end of a relationship, a bereavement, becoming a parent, struggling at work; sometimes for support with relationship or attachment issues.
I am a HCPC registered psychotherapist with 10 years experience of working with adults, young people and groups. I work with a psychodynamic, creative approach and offer you a space that is non-judgemental, empathic and safe.
Clients come to therapy with me for many and varied reasons: sometimes for support to address a specific mental health problem, such as anxiety or low mood; sometimes because of a dilemma or difficult experience: the end of a relationship, a bereavement, becoming a parent, struggling at work; sometimes for support with relationship or attachment issues.
I am a psychotherapist based in North London, offering in-person and online sessions. I work with people experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, relationship difficulties, trauma, loss, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected. I offer a warm, thoughtful and compassionate space where you can feel genuinely seen and heard. My approach is grounded in psychosynthesis psychotherapy and informed by many years of experience using EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), supporting emotional regulation, trauma processing, and lasting change. I work holistically and tailor therapy to each individual, with care and depth.
I am a psychotherapist based in North London, offering in-person and online sessions. I work with people experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, relationship difficulties, trauma, loss, or a sense of feeling stuck or disconnected. I offer a warm, thoughtful and compassionate space where you can feel genuinely seen and heard. My approach is grounded in psychosynthesis psychotherapy and informed by many years of experience using EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), supporting emotional regulation, trauma processing, and lasting change. I work holistically and tailor therapy to each individual, with care and depth.
Are you someone who looks like they’re coping on the outside, but inside things feel harder than they should. Anxiety, past experiences, or self-doubt can quietly shape how you think, feel, and respond, even when you’re trying your best to move forward.
I offer a space where we can slow things down and make sense of what’s happening, without judgement or pressure. From there, we begin to work through it. Using approaches such as CBT, EMDR & counselling, the aim isn’t just to talk, but to help you experience change in how you feel, think, and respond so life begins to feel more manageable and more like your own again.
Are you someone who looks like they’re coping on the outside, but inside things feel harder than they should. Anxiety, past experiences, or self-doubt can quietly shape how you think, feel, and respond, even when you’re trying your best to move forward.
I offer a space where we can slow things down and make sense of what’s happening, without judgement or pressure. From there, we begin to work through it. Using approaches such as CBT, EMDR & counselling, the aim isn’t just to talk, but to help you experience change in how you feel, think, and respond so life begins to feel more manageable and more like your own again.
Sometimes it can be difficult to find the words or language to express what is going on inside us.
Sometimes it can be difficult to find the words or language to express what is going on inside us.
I help people understand what’s keeping them stuck and find a way forward that works in real life. Often, it’s not you - it’s the patterns your mind has learned over time. We’ll make sense of those patterns and focus on practical change - with an occasional dose of appropriate humour…!
I help people understand what’s keeping them stuck and find a way forward that works in real life. Often, it’s not you - it’s the patterns your mind has learned over time. We’ll make sense of those patterns and focus on practical change - with an occasional dose of appropriate humour…!
My main focus to to support you to overcome self-limiting behaviours in order to live a more fulfilling life and to accompany you on a journey of self-discovery within a confidential and safe setting.
My main focus to to support you to overcome self-limiting behaviours in order to live a more fulfilling life and to accompany you on a journey of self-discovery within a confidential and safe setting.
Adults and Couples Therapy. I’m practicing from a private room in between Balham and Tooting and also online! I also practice from Harley st please get in touch for times and days. It’s never too late to look at those patterns that have been there for a lifetime. Maybe they are affecting your relationship? Creating barriers? Maybe you’d like to break free and learn how to cope better with them? I draw on lots of different theories and experts to influence my couples work. I am a certified psychosexual couples therapist and believe fully in coaching couples about conscious communication. The power of this method is phenomenal.
Adults and Couples Therapy. I’m practicing from a private room in between Balham and Tooting and also online! I also practice from Harley st please get in touch for times and days. It’s never too late to look at those patterns that have been there for a lifetime. Maybe they are affecting your relationship? Creating barriers? Maybe you’d like to break free and learn how to cope better with them? I draw on lots of different theories and experts to influence my couples work. I am a certified psychosexual couples therapist and believe fully in coaching couples about conscious communication. The power of this method is phenomenal.
Counselling offers a unique opportunity to pay focused attention to anything that you might want to talk about. This happens in an environment that feels safe, trusting and free of judgement. By exploring your past experiences, we can make connections in relation to your present circumstances.
Counselling offers a unique opportunity to pay focused attention to anything that you might want to talk about. This happens in an environment that feels safe, trusting and free of judgement. By exploring your past experiences, we can make connections in relation to your present circumstances.
Hello, my name is Paul, and I help clients navigate personal and professional challenges. Before becoming a psychotherapist, I worked 20+ years in finance and business development, which helps me understand the demands of high-performance corporate environments. When our life, relationships or jobs don’t go as we want, it may lead to stress, feeling down, depression, or burnout. Together, we can build awareness of what’s going on beneath the surface and how it affects you. Awareness gives you more control over how you respond and relate. So you feel better equipped to deal with challenges, both now and in the future.
Hello, my name is Paul, and I help clients navigate personal and professional challenges. Before becoming a psychotherapist, I worked 20+ years in finance and business development, which helps me understand the demands of high-performance corporate environments. When our life, relationships or jobs don’t go as we want, it may lead to stress, feeling down, depression, or burnout. Together, we can build awareness of what’s going on beneath the surface and how it affects you. Awareness gives you more control over how you respond and relate. So you feel better equipped to deal with challenges, both now and in the future.
I work with adolescents and adults — individually, as couples, and in groups — who want a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. Many come when something feels stuck: anxiety, relational difficulties, or recurring patterns shaped by trauma, neglect, violence, or experiences of difference. My work is typically longer-term, making space to explore these patterns in depth. Clients are often reflective, and may be engaging questions of identity — race, sexuality, class, ability, or nationality — or navigating relational dynamics in their families or intimate relationships.
I work with adolescents and adults — individually, as couples, and in groups — who want a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationships. Many come when something feels stuck: anxiety, relational difficulties, or recurring patterns shaped by trauma, neglect, violence, or experiences of difference. My work is typically longer-term, making space to explore these patterns in depth. Clients are often reflective, and may be engaging questions of identity — race, sexuality, class, ability, or nationality — or navigating relational dynamics in their families or intimate relationships.
Hello, I'm Laura, a therapist who works with people who’ve learned to cope by pushing themselves, over thinking or trying to stay in control. Rather than just focusing on symptoms, we’ll look at the bigger picture; the patterns that may have developed over time, the triggers that activate them, and the factors that keep you stuck.
In therapy, we focus on building emotional tolerance, managing your inner critic and helping you develop a more compassionate, realistic relationship with yourself.
Hello, I'm Laura, a therapist who works with people who’ve learned to cope by pushing themselves, over thinking or trying to stay in control. Rather than just focusing on symptoms, we’ll look at the bigger picture; the patterns that may have developed over time, the triggers that activate them, and the factors that keep you stuck.
In therapy, we focus on building emotional tolerance, managing your inner critic and helping you develop a more compassionate, realistic relationship with yourself.
I am an educational psychotherapist working with children and young people aged three to eighteen. Educational psychotherapy helps people who may be finding learning difficult for a variety of reasons such as anxiety, depression, anger, bereavement, family break up, or the experience of being fostered or adopted. The therapy works psychodynamically, that is it involves working with unconscious as well as conscious processes in order to foster self understanding and to work through deep seated fears, anxieties and trauma. The aim is to help the child or young person to live more happily and to learn.
I am an educational psychotherapist working with children and young people aged three to eighteen. Educational psychotherapy helps people who may be finding learning difficult for a variety of reasons such as anxiety, depression, anger, bereavement, family break up, or the experience of being fostered or adopted. The therapy works psychodynamically, that is it involves working with unconscious as well as conscious processes in order to foster self understanding and to work through deep seated fears, anxieties and trauma. The aim is to help the child or young person to live more happily and to learn.
My ideal clients are adolescents navigating identity, confidence, and resilience, who want a safe space to explore who they are and feel stronger in themselves. I also support parents, whether of younger children needing guidance with emotions and attachment, or parents of adolescents seeking to stay connected through challenges. As a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist, I also work with trainee therapists and counsellors, offering a space that acknowledges both personal and professional growth. Clients come to me wanting to feel more secure, connected, and equipped for life.
My ideal clients are adolescents navigating identity, confidence, and resilience, who want a safe space to explore who they are and feel stronger in themselves. I also support parents, whether of younger children needing guidance with emotions and attachment, or parents of adolescents seeking to stay connected through challenges. As a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist, I also work with trainee therapists and counsellors, offering a space that acknowledges both personal and professional growth. Clients come to me wanting to feel more secure, connected, and equipped for life.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in London
3,000+
Average cost per session
£80
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
| 72% | Aviva |
| 66% | AXA PPP |
| 58% | Vitality |
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.