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Michelle Dykstra
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
My approach is psychoanalytic, with an emphasis on the meaningful relationship between the patient and the analyst, who curiously engage with the painful problem, symptom, or difficult behaviour. Both client and therapist work together to make valuable improvements to the client’s emotional world, within a stable, consistent setting.

Bristena Mantu
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Come over for a cup of tea and let's hear your story. The story of a broken heart. The story of how you got stuck in a relationship/workplace that lets you down, mistreats or abuses you. The story of how you feel it is your fault for not getting it right, the many unheard pleas for help, the failures that bring you down on your knees, weaken your resolve, and have you questioning your sanity. The story of how you find yourself spiralling in cycles of self-doubt or self-destructive patterns. You may be taking it all in your stride and trying hard to make everyone's life better, yet you keep getting the short end of the stick.

Amanda Jane Baker
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am a integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor and a registrant on the BACP Register of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. I am also a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and rapid transformational therapist, trained in the Marisa Peer Method. What this means is that I draw on a wide range of different strategies, techniques, theories and trainings.

Jill Curzon
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
We all face many challenges in our lives and rather than struggle alone sometimes it can help to reach out to a safe and reliable person outside of our friends and family network to share our thoughts and feelings, talk through our difficulties and find new ways of coping and making some positive changes in our lives. I am an experienced, warm and non-judgemental counsellor who can offer to help. Whether you need just a few sessions to to focus on a specific problem or wish to explore some long-standing issues in more depth then we can do so over a longer period of time.

Helen Cooper
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Verified
Sometimes we experience feelings of anger, stress, anxiety, depression and loneliness which can dominate our lives. As an Art Therapist I would offer a warm and accepting psychotherapeutic relationship where both positive and negative emotions can be explored and understood through the medium of art. I offer a chance for clients to discover the creativity within their inner selves and to have a shared experience of exploring a different method of expression when some feelings are just too deep for words. Above all, I offer a comforting space, where my clients can become empowered and lead a more positive life.

Joel Sheridan
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
I have worked with people from a wide range of backgrounds from business professionals to students to people in the public eye. What is universal is the need to feel heard and understood, to have a confidential therapeutic space as well as a hope for meaningful change through therapy. The reasons people seek help are varied. At times, life situations can trigger distress (perhaps a traumatic event, difficulties conceiving, the end of a relationship, the loss of a loved one, unemployment, becoming an expat, or transitioning into retirement). At other times, distress can arise seemingly out of the blue.

Andras Gyorok
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
My way of working is based on our relationship, rather than any specific theoretical model. It is through our relationship that we explore your experience, your feelings, needs and wants in a non-judgemental, contained space. Through our work together it is my hope that clients develop a better understanding of themselves and leave with an increased level of confidence that comes from acceptance.

Wajeeha Amin
Counsellor, MNCPS Accred
Verified
Verified
Working as a professional therapist and relationship coach has taught me a lot about how we can all live happier lives – at home, in our jobs, and through meaningful, fulfilling relationships. It has always fascinated me how our minds can both help us and harm us. It’s made me spend my life learning about what drives us, what we crave vs. what we need to be happy, what it is that holds us back. It’s made me train in therapies that help people discover these secrets for themselves.

Tamara Baggili-Strachan
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Well done! you have taken the hardest step and acknowledged that things aren't ok, this is where the healing begins. I am a warm and effective Therapist, who works on the basis that the problems we are struggling with can very often be traced back to our past relationships and experiences. I will gently yet firmly work alongside you to explore the origins of your emotional difficulties and help you change unhealthy patterns of relating. This should lead to real relief from the painful and uncomfortable thoughts and feelings you are currently experiencing.

Cássia Testa Gallas Bhattacharya
Hi! I believe everyone has the right for decent relationships (with friends, family and partners) as it has tremendous influence in their quality of life. Many things influence the way people behave in relationships - I am here to help you explore what might be getting in the way of you getting the relationships you want. I work with all sorts of issues in relationships and sexual difficulties, and will offer you a non-judgmental environment while facilitating the therapeutic process for self-discovery and actualisation.

Rosanna Singler
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I am an integrative psychotherapist and counsellor, with several years’ experience supporting individuals privately and in the voluntary sector. I provide therapy which is accepting and supportive to enable you to safely and creatively explore what it is you are struggling with. We can all become stuck or disconnected at times. Therapy can help us slow down for a moment, feel safe enough to re-connect with ourselves. It is then possible to reflect and discover what it is our bodies are telling us we need to move towards change or to feel freer in ourselves. I provide short, medium, long-term and open-ended therapy to adults.
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Esther Emanuel
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
Whatever your reason is for seeking therapy, I am here to help. I am a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Psychotherapist, NLP Master Practitioner and Time Line Therapist. I have been a therapist for over 20 years and I assist my clients in overcoming a range of issues. I am open to self and third-party referrals. I am also a private mental healthcare provider-practitioner for BUPA, Aviva, Cigna, WPA - to mention a few. My main focus and therefore my specialism is in the treatment of Stress, Anxiety and Depression. I work both face-to-face and by telephone. I also run therapy groups focused on anxiety.

Carol Linton
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I have successfully provided counselling to a diverse range of young people and adults experiencing a wide range of presenting difficulties. If you are struggling with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, fears, past hurts, feeling stuck or worried. Then we can work together to find solutions that will change your life for the better.

Amanda Rabin
Psychotherapist, ACP
Verified
Verified
I have a wealth of experience and have worked within the NHS and in Private Practice. I offer therapeutic work within a clinic setting to infants, children, adolescents, young people, parents and couples. I supervise and offer consultation to other professionals.

MD of Harley St Psychotherapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work with anxiety, depression, stress, panic and anything which is making you feel unhappy, to identify the root of the problem and resolve it to help you to become a more contented version of you. If you are nervous, feel free to give me a call and I can put you at ease. If you are a couple, we can set up an initial session and discuss your relationship issues and goals. We can work online, face to face, or we can walk and talk. I have been specialising in relationships and couples for over half of my career, and I offer couples sessions in London & online. NEW! Saturday am sessions in Greenwich open now.

Shane Mackay
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
After qualifying thirteen years ago I worked for City & Hackney Mind (Mental Health Charity) for seven years as the Clinical Services Manager of the Psychological Therapies Team as well as the Clinical Supervisor for a large team of trainee/qualified counsellors/psychotherapists. My approach mainly draws on Psychoanalysis, Somatic & Neurobiological approaches along with Philosophy & Critical Theory. My approach is GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, Relationship Diversity) affirmative meaning i have a passion for and extensive experience supporting Queer & LGBTQI+ as well as other non-heteronormative ways of living/being.

Emma Wallen
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have been helping many people for many years connect with their higher selves and begin to see their pain and challenges from a completely different perspective. No more fighting, distracting or blaming yourself. Your time with me will be crucial to your healing, so we will work together to understand your trauma, stress and why your relationships are bringing up so much pain. You will work hard to overcome the obstacles but, you will be held gently, securely and professionally throughout.

Nirosha Sirisena
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Do you experience anxiety, depression, grief, emptiness or anger? Do you feel alone or overwhelmed by these feelings ? Most people do and most people feel they have no other option but to stay feeling that way. The truth is that everyone will experience difficulties and difficult situations either in their personal or work life. Some are harder to deal with on your own. A friendly, experienced, listening ear can really make a positive difference to your life.

Kirsty Robson
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Verified
I offer one-to-one Art Therapy to adults, working closely with individuals to tailor therapeutic work to suit their needs. I specialise in working with: Adults experiencing anxiety and depression; Adults who have been affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences; Adults with Additional Support Needs; Adults affected by loss; Adults affected by isolation. Initial consultation fee: £30. (I am aware that things are very difficult for a lot of people financially at the moment, so I am happy to discuss a sliding scale of fees.)

Sara Koczwara
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work as a Humanistic Integrative Therapist. This means that I combine a number of different therapeutic techniques and modalities depending on what is needed. By working like this we make sure that we use an approach that will help you in the best possible way. I strongly believe that with the right support and guidance people are able to overcome any difficulties in their life and live in a healthier and more fulfilling way.
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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.