Counselling in London
I am an experienced psychologist in providing psychology therapies and behavioural change/health interventions to promote mental wellbeing and healthy behaviours. I worked in a wide range of psychology contexts including clinical mental health, forensics, health, communities, and universities. My work with the NHS specialises in chronic pain management and other long-term health conditions. Throughout my clinical practice, I specialise in working with people presenting difficulties in mental health and physical health, as well as in major life adjustments/transitions (e.g. bereavement, relationships, settling in a new environment).
I am an experienced psychologist in providing psychology therapies and behavioural change/health interventions to promote mental wellbeing and healthy behaviours. I worked in a wide range of psychology contexts including clinical mental health, forensics, health, communities, and universities. My work with the NHS specialises in chronic pain management and other long-term health conditions. Throughout my clinical practice, I specialise in working with people presenting difficulties in mental health and physical health, as well as in major life adjustments/transitions (e.g. bereavement, relationships, settling in a new environment).
I've been working with adults and young people since 2009 across the NHS, schools, youth services, and in private practice online and in person. I specialise in attachment, early trauma, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, grief, emotional dysregulation, and adoption-related issues. If you have unresolved childhood difficulties, feel insecure or have difficulties building relationships then please get in touch.
Through talking therapy and art psychotherapy (MA), I will support you to explore your difficulties while strengthening emotional resilience through curiosity, self compassion and attunement.
I've been working with adults and young people since 2009 across the NHS, schools, youth services, and in private practice online and in person. I specialise in attachment, early trauma, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety, grief, emotional dysregulation, and adoption-related issues. If you have unresolved childhood difficulties, feel insecure or have difficulties building relationships then please get in touch.
Through talking therapy and art psychotherapy (MA), I will support you to explore your difficulties while strengthening emotional resilience through curiosity, self compassion and attunement.
My extensive experience, culturally inclusive approach, and commitment to evidence based care position me to effectively support clients in achieving their mental health goals. By providing personalized, compassionate interventions, I strive to make a positive, lasting impact on their wellbeing. Ensuring client safety I conduct thorough risk assessments and collaboratively develop risk management plans. By fostering an environment of unconditional positive regard, I aim to empower clients to identify their strengths and achieve personal growth.
My extensive experience, culturally inclusive approach, and commitment to evidence based care position me to effectively support clients in achieving their mental health goals. By providing personalized, compassionate interventions, I strive to make a positive, lasting impact on their wellbeing. Ensuring client safety I conduct thorough risk assessments and collaboratively develop risk management plans. By fostering an environment of unconditional positive regard, I aim to empower clients to identify their strengths and achieve personal growth.
My role as therapist is to work alongside you, creating a supported, non-judgemental space, where we can explore together what you are experiencing, at a pace that feels safe. Together we can tackle themes like anxiety, hypervigilance, depression, dissociation, intrusive thoughts, or a combination of all. I will work with you to create a greater sense of internal balance, help you manage stress, resolve the impact of trauma, heal from, and navigate life transitions, relationships and through a new awareness, build a greater resilience,feeling better able to regulate emotions and less overwhelmed with the complexities of modern life.
My role as therapist is to work alongside you, creating a supported, non-judgemental space, where we can explore together what you are experiencing, at a pace that feels safe. Together we can tackle themes like anxiety, hypervigilance, depression, dissociation, intrusive thoughts, or a combination of all. I will work with you to create a greater sense of internal balance, help you manage stress, resolve the impact of trauma, heal from, and navigate life transitions, relationships and through a new awareness, build a greater resilience,feeling better able to regulate emotions and less overwhelmed with the complexities of modern life.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 10+ years of experience working in the field of mental health and social inequalities. I work as the lead for an innovative NHS emotional wellbeing pilot for young people and families. Alongside this, I co-founded A Time and Space (www.atimeandspace.com) to offer therapy for adults. My practice is centred around collaboration and an acknowledgement that people are the experts in their own lives. I seek to develop shared understandings of people’s difficulties and make visible possibilities for preferred ways of living.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 10+ years of experience working in the field of mental health and social inequalities. I work as the lead for an innovative NHS emotional wellbeing pilot for young people and families. Alongside this, I co-founded A Time and Space (www.atimeandspace.com) to offer therapy for adults. My practice is centred around collaboration and an acknowledgement that people are the experts in their own lives. I seek to develop shared understandings of people’s difficulties and make visible possibilities for preferred ways of living.
I am currently only seeing clients online.
Do you struggle to manage your feelings and your inner world? Do you feel you have unproductive ways of relating to the world, to others, to yourself? Perhaps you have suffered a bereavement, relationship breakup, or other loss and are overwhelmed by the feelings it has brought. Perhaps there is not an identifiable cause of your disquiet - you may wish to explore who you are and who you want to be - to develop a better understanding of yourself, your patterns of behaviour, and to move towards a healthier more fulfilling life.
I am currently only seeing clients online.
Do you struggle to manage your feelings and your inner world? Do you feel you have unproductive ways of relating to the world, to others, to yourself? Perhaps you have suffered a bereavement, relationship breakup, or other loss and are overwhelmed by the feelings it has brought. Perhaps there is not an identifiable cause of your disquiet - you may wish to explore who you are and who you want to be - to develop a better understanding of yourself, your patterns of behaviour, and to move towards a healthier more fulfilling life.
Each client is unique, yet we are united by a common nervous system and neurobiology. Trauma may have happened in the past, but traumatic memories and behaviours can still exist in the present, making it hard for us to live the lives we want.
Trauma persists in forms like sensory or emotional flashbacks; relational challenges such as insecure attachments styles; cognitive distortions such as negative self-image; dissociation and disembodiment such as lack of connection to emotions and a secure, inner identity; and other unconscious behaviours that were once crucial to survival, but may now not be serving us.
Each client is unique, yet we are united by a common nervous system and neurobiology. Trauma may have happened in the past, but traumatic memories and behaviours can still exist in the present, making it hard for us to live the lives we want.
Trauma persists in forms like sensory or emotional flashbacks; relational challenges such as insecure attachments styles; cognitive distortions such as negative self-image; dissociation and disembodiment such as lack of connection to emotions and a secure, inner identity; and other unconscious behaviours that were once crucial to survival, but may now not be serving us.
The therapy hour is a time for someone to simply be who they are, an experience that is surprisingly difficult to have in a world filled with harsh demands, expectations, and at times tragedies. Often the people I work with have found themselves stuck in difficult patterns of feeling, thought and behavior that they find to be out of their control, preventing this experience of simply being themselves. We use words like anxiety, depression, and disorder to describe these patterns. As a therapist my aim is to help introduce a greater sense of freedom and control over one’s own life within a space where moral judgments have no place.
The therapy hour is a time for someone to simply be who they are, an experience that is surprisingly difficult to have in a world filled with harsh demands, expectations, and at times tragedies. Often the people I work with have found themselves stuck in difficult patterns of feeling, thought and behavior that they find to be out of their control, preventing this experience of simply being themselves. We use words like anxiety, depression, and disorder to describe these patterns. As a therapist my aim is to help introduce a greater sense of freedom and control over one’s own life within a space where moral judgments have no place.
Hello, my name is Nicole. I’m a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor working with individuals and groups within the NHS and privately. I recognise the importance of our need for connection and how we relate or what interrupts us relating with each other. I place importance on the client and therapist relationship which can work as a model for you to experiment with new ideas about relationships, explore the dynamics of your relationships and sustain mutually satisfying relationships with others, as essential to your health and well-being.
Hello, my name is Nicole. I’m a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor working with individuals and groups within the NHS and privately. I recognise the importance of our need for connection and how we relate or what interrupts us relating with each other. I place importance on the client and therapist relationship which can work as a model for you to experiment with new ideas about relationships, explore the dynamics of your relationships and sustain mutually satisfying relationships with others, as essential to your health and well-being.
Working within the private and charity sectors, I have helped individuals from all walks of life and cultures address and manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, work-life balance, relationship issues, life transitions, adverse childhood experiences as well as those who have wanted to deepen their self-awareness.
Working within the private and charity sectors, I have helped individuals from all walks of life and cultures address and manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, work-life balance, relationship issues, life transitions, adverse childhood experiences as well as those who have wanted to deepen their self-awareness.
The world can be frustrating when you get tangled up in unhealthy thinking patterns. You can feel lost, or overwhelmed, with moments of real darkness. That is where I can help. If you lose control of your anger or your anxiety holds you back, we can unpack what makes you tick. If you hide your emotions in harmful behaviour, we can uncover them. What I enjoy most is helping people to build healthy relationships with themselves and others. I used to this when working with the Prince's Trust and Mind, the leading UK mental health agency. This gave me insight into those dealing with addiction, anxiety and depression.
The world can be frustrating when you get tangled up in unhealthy thinking patterns. You can feel lost, or overwhelmed, with moments of real darkness. That is where I can help. If you lose control of your anger or your anxiety holds you back, we can unpack what makes you tick. If you hide your emotions in harmful behaviour, we can uncover them. What I enjoy most is helping people to build healthy relationships with themselves and others. I used to this when working with the Prince's Trust and Mind, the leading UK mental health agency. This gave me insight into those dealing with addiction, anxiety and depression.
You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, or the emotional impact of past experiences. You might find yourself stuck in patterns of self-criticism, shame, or fear—unsure how to move forward, but knowing you would like to change. Perhaps you’ve been carrying these struggles alone for a long time, and now you’re looking for support that feels safe, understanding, and grounded. What you want most is to feel more in control of your direction, develop a kinder relationship with yourself, and reconnect with your confidence, values, and relationships.
You may feel overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, or the emotional impact of past experiences. You might find yourself stuck in patterns of self-criticism, shame, or fear—unsure how to move forward, but knowing you would like to change. Perhaps you’ve been carrying these struggles alone for a long time, and now you’re looking for support that feels safe, understanding, and grounded. What you want most is to feel more in control of your direction, develop a kinder relationship with yourself, and reconnect with your confidence, values, and relationships.
Hello, thankyou for looking at my profile. My intention is to develop a therapeutic alliance, a safe space to provide a hearing, a listening. Being with a committed other, every week is a rare and precious gift to yourself. This time will be your time. I am an integrative practitioner which means I bring everything I know, theoretically, intuitively, physically and emotionally, in the service of the other, in the moment. Locating feeling and releasing of emotions, is welcomed, through the body, voice or with artworks. I am committed to giving you and your experiences a full hearing, and so change will occur.
Hello, thankyou for looking at my profile. My intention is to develop a therapeutic alliance, a safe space to provide a hearing, a listening. Being with a committed other, every week is a rare and precious gift to yourself. This time will be your time. I am an integrative practitioner which means I bring everything I know, theoretically, intuitively, physically and emotionally, in the service of the other, in the moment. Locating feeling and releasing of emotions, is welcomed, through the body, voice or with artworks. I am committed to giving you and your experiences a full hearing, and so change will occur.
I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and MBT therapist who works both in the NHS and in private practice.
In my private practice I offer individual psychoanalytic psychotherapy to adults from once to four times a week, both online and in person.
I also offer parent infant work, either pre or post childbirth. After birth this involves working with parents and their infants together up until the children are two years of age to support their relationships.
In conjunction with colleagues, I also offer a private Mentalisation Based Therapy programme, involving a weekly online group and weekly individual sessions.
I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and MBT therapist who works both in the NHS and in private practice.
In my private practice I offer individual psychoanalytic psychotherapy to adults from once to four times a week, both online and in person.
I also offer parent infant work, either pre or post childbirth. After birth this involves working with parents and their infants together up until the children are two years of age to support their relationships.
In conjunction with colleagues, I also offer a private Mentalisation Based Therapy programme, involving a weekly online group and weekly individual sessions.
Are you finding life difficult to navigate? Perhaps anxiety, depression and self-doubt are impacting your relationships and career? Do you struggle with low self-esteem or need support affirming your identity? I understand how anxious thoughts and low mood can make you feel stuck and impact every aspect of your life. As an experienced and qualified BACP registered Integrative Therapist, I am here to help you navigate these feelings, in a supportive and validating way. I have an affirmative approach to LGBTQIA+ clients and celebrate difference.
Are you finding life difficult to navigate? Perhaps anxiety, depression and self-doubt are impacting your relationships and career? Do you struggle with low self-esteem or need support affirming your identity? I understand how anxious thoughts and low mood can make you feel stuck and impact every aspect of your life. As an experienced and qualified BACP registered Integrative Therapist, I am here to help you navigate these feelings, in a supportive and validating way. I have an affirmative approach to LGBTQIA+ clients and celebrate difference.
I’m a psychodynamic psychotherapist since 2002. I worked with narcissistic personality disorder, depression and anxiety, eating disorder, trauma and pre-menopausal and menopausal issues. My focus is always patient oriented, holistic and deeply respectful of the individual personality. After a free initial consultation to understand what your goals and expectations are from yourself and the therapy, I will propose you a plan to work towards the improvement of your actual conditions
I’m a psychodynamic psychotherapist since 2002. I worked with narcissistic personality disorder, depression and anxiety, eating disorder, trauma and pre-menopausal and menopausal issues. My focus is always patient oriented, holistic and deeply respectful of the individual personality. After a free initial consultation to understand what your goals and expectations are from yourself and the therapy, I will propose you a plan to work towards the improvement of your actual conditions
I am an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist offering individual therapy in Hackney. I am BACP accredited and provide both short-term and open-ended therapy. I offer a calm, thoughtful, and non-judgmental space in which to explore, make connections, and get support with difficult feelings. I have experience with a wide range of issues and a particular focus on working with clients around issues of gender, sexuality and relationship diversity. I currently work in the NHS as a psychotherapist in Sexual Health and have also worked in university counseling and community services.
I am an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist offering individual therapy in Hackney. I am BACP accredited and provide both short-term and open-ended therapy. I offer a calm, thoughtful, and non-judgmental space in which to explore, make connections, and get support with difficult feelings. I have experience with a wide range of issues and a particular focus on working with clients around issues of gender, sexuality and relationship diversity. I currently work in the NHS as a psychotherapist in Sexual Health and have also worked in university counseling and community services.
Asking for help can be really daunting. If you are here, reading this, and have recognised that you might benefit from the kind of support that therapy offers, then you have already taken a big step. There can be lots of reasons you might benefit from therapy. You might be dealing with a difficult time, such as an illness, bereavement, a separation. You might be feeling stressed, anxious, lost or low more often than feels ‘ok’. You might want to understand yourself better, why you feel and behave the way you do, or want to feel more alive.
Asking for help can be really daunting. If you are here, reading this, and have recognised that you might benefit from the kind of support that therapy offers, then you have already taken a big step. There can be lots of reasons you might benefit from therapy. You might be dealing with a difficult time, such as an illness, bereavement, a separation. You might be feeling stressed, anxious, lost or low more often than feels ‘ok’. You might want to understand yourself better, why you feel and behave the way you do, or want to feel more alive.
I often work with younger adults in the 25-35 age range, and help you navigate the challenges of this life stage. You might be worried about how a relationship is going, or struggling to find or maintain relationships. You might feel your old coping methods are no longer working and feel anxious or overwhelmed. Therapy can also help with issues around self-esteem and identity. I have worked with people who want to resolve longstanding issues or heal from traumatic past experiences, as well as those who want a space to understand the impact of life transitions and changes. Therapy is a highly individual process, tailored to you.
I often work with younger adults in the 25-35 age range, and help you navigate the challenges of this life stage. You might be worried about how a relationship is going, or struggling to find or maintain relationships. You might feel your old coping methods are no longer working and feel anxious or overwhelmed. Therapy can also help with issues around self-esteem and identity. I have worked with people who want to resolve longstanding issues or heal from traumatic past experiences, as well as those who want a space to understand the impact of life transitions and changes. Therapy is a highly individual process, tailored to you.
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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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in London
3,000+
Average cost per session
£75
Counsellors in London who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 80% | Relationship Issues |
| 78% | Stress |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 61% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 69% | Aviva |
| 63% | AXA PPP |
| 56% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in London see their clients
| 74% | In Person and Online | |
| 26% | 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.