Counselling in London
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Neil Hammond
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
I run therapy clinic delivering adapted evidence based therapies for mental health difficulties associated with Autism. I have vast experience of working with adults with neurodevelopmental difficulties. I work using National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE) guidelines adapted interventions which I’ve been developing as the lead Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the Maudsley Hospital for the last 10 years. I am internationally known for these interventions and is regularly invited to teach and train others.
Amber Sheikh
Psychotherapist
Verified
At times life can be challenging and we can get to point where we may feel a bit stuck and need to make sense of things. I seek to create a safe, culturally sensitive and non judgmental space for you to feel heard and understood. I’m here to support you to achieve the changes that you desire for yourself by helping you to process your feelings, gain greater clarity and to build more self awareness.
The Talking Solution
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship, or sexuality issues? Do you feel stuck and lacking support? Do you feel overwhelmed by difficult situations or struggling with low self-esteem? Are you going through a life transition and finding it difficult to cope? Many of us may face hardships in life at some point and such times can be stressful, frightening, and lonely. Seeking help or support is not always easy. Talking to friends and family may be difficult, if not impossible as we may experience rejection, shame, guilt when we are most vulnerable.
Joyce Blake
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified
Fully accredited BABCP (CBT) therapist, BPS psychologist and EMDR practitioner registered with the UK and Ireland EMDR Association. I appreciate that it is not always easy to take those first steps to seek help and my aim is to make our initial conversation (and any subsequent therapy) as welcoming and helpful as possible for you. I believe that all individuals have the potential for growth and change and, having completed many years of training, my aim is to adapt my therapeutic style in order to achieve the best results for you at this time. I have many years experience of working for the NHS and MIND.
Max Ryz
Psychotherapist, HCPC-Music Therap.
Experienced psychodynamic therapist working in private practice and the NHS with emotional and relational difficulties that contribute to depression and anxiety. I deliver both short and long-term therapy within individual and group contexts. In private practice I also see children and adolescents whose needs include developmental, communication and emotional difficulties as well as autism.
The Rewise Project
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
You are special and unique. The ReWise Project focuses on Mental Health, Wellbeing and Emotional Recovery. We offer counselling and support groups to anybody who need therapeutic support. We strongly believe in the holistic approach and think that only with this movement, transformation and long lasting results can be achieved and, most importantly, maintained. We facilitate our clients to move forward with a sense of direction, clarity, inspiration and self-confidence. We will work with you to assess and find your hidden resources, skills, capabilities and inner strength that you might not even been aware of.
Nicola Young Offers Online Therapy Re Coronavirus
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
My name is Nicola and I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist. My practice is in London at the Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy Education (CCPE), W2 6NE and in SE21 and SE22. Alongside my private practice I also provide short term counselling to students at a London University. My previous experience has been with the charitable sectors and the NHS such as Westminster MIND, The Caravan drop-in counselling service, FreshStart Psychotherapy and The Maudsley (SLAM) NHS Trust.
Maggi Russell
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
Verified
With all the complex challenges of modern life, anxiety and depression are on the increase. Seeing a psychotherapist/counsellor can provide a calm, safe space where you can find the support you need. Whether you are seeking short term counselling, or longer term psychotherapy, together we can explore whatever may be troubling you. Perhaps you are in need of a sympathetic person to talk to, someone who will listen without judgement to any difficulties you are experiencing in your life or relationships. You may be suffering from low self-esteem, or unexplained panic attacks. I will work with you in the way that suits you best.
Helen O'Rourke
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Does it seem as though your life will never get better no matter how much you try to change it? Does constant worrying make it hard for you to complete daily tasks? Is your work performance suffering? Are your relationships with co-workers strained? Is your family in turmoil and you’re feeling powerless to change things? Anxiety, depression, conflict with others, workplace issues and life events can stop us from feeling good about ourselves and achieving our goals. If you’re feeling stuck, you’re not alone. I can help you navigate confusing thoughts, feelings and behaviours to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your needs.
Folashade Babalola
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
My clients come to see me with a range of issues. Many are associated with relationship problems, some are struggling through divorce, anxiety, anger, rage, cultural issues, commitment issues and bullying at work. Some clients want to work on their self-esteem and confidence related issues. Some clients wish to work through childhood sexual abuse. While others wish to work through bereavement. Most clients have a planned outcome and that is to feel better at the end of their allocated sessions. I am a Person-Centered focused therapist. I am focused on listening to the needs of my clients and focusing on their thoughts and feelings.
Dr Charley Deacon
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Whatever has brought you here, welcome! I’m Charley, a Psychologist based in South West London. I have over 10 years’ experience supporting young people, adults and families facing difficult times in their lives. I offer a warm and down-to-earth approach and my main focus is on providing a safe and non-judgemental space to talk. My priority is that therapy is as helpful for you as possible so my approach is collaborative and open. I work with people from all walks of life and have a special interest in supporting those facing difficulties relating to pregnancy, birth and the early years of a child's life.
Lucy Newholm
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Thank you for looking at my profile. You may have experienced an event or relationship which has left you feeling distressed, anxious, lost, or any number of feelings that can seem overwhelming or unmanageable. You may be feeling some of these things but have no idea where they have come from. Perhaps you are feeling held back by negative or self-critical thoughts and as a result feel unable to do the things you want to. You may have a sense of having lost control over your own life or you might just feel really stuck.
Nicola Borthwick
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Hello, my name is Nicola and I am an Integrative counsellor. This means that I can offer a range of counselling types tailored to your needs, to help you find a way through difficulties so that you find your own solutions. This includes: Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT), Transactional Analysis (TA)/Communication and basic Psychodynamic. As a member of the BACP, I am eligible to apply for accreditation status and I am also a qualified Adult Community Co-ordinator in Further Education. I have worked in this sector for 25 years and offer training in Mental Health including Mindfulness.
Svetlana Balashova
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified
I am an experienced counsellor, working in the areas of personal relationships, family problems, immigration difficulties, work place problems with authorities, problems with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, unhelpful stereotypes of behaviour, childhood sexual abuse, gender uncertainty, sexual orientation problem My ideal client is somebody who is willing to to be able to walk and explore issues that difficult for them. Is somebody who is curious take risks and trust and it's able to
Lisha Shiel
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
I am a Clinical Psychologist specialising in working with people who are experiencing distress and relational difficulties. These difficulties may be the linked to traumatic experiences or other significant life events that can destabilise a person's sense of self. I use a compassionate and person centred approach to support individuals to learn coping strategies that can help them overcome hardships in life and reconnect with their preferred identity. I am experienced in offering both brief and long term therapy. We will work together to understand what would best suit your needs and circumstances.
Simone Bose
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
I am a BACP registered counsellor, with a Masters in Relationship Therapy. I offer individual, couples and family therapy. I’m very passionate about working with clients to help them resolve issues that are creating problems, stress and blocks in their lives. With me I hope you will find a secure space without judgement, I aim to get to know you and to listen with empathy, and work with you based on your personal needs in therapy. I am also a media spokesperson for Relate, regularly appearing on the BBC and contributing to articles in the national press.
Katherine Ross
Counsellor, MSc
Verified
My approach is Person Centered and this means that each person's individuality is prized and I will respond to your unique needs. Understanding your subjective experience will underpin our sessions with the ultimate aim to harness your tendency towards change or growth and the fulfillment of your potential. I seek to build a non-judgmental relationship that is based on openness and allows for mutual exploration of the content that you bring. This process may lead to greater self-understanding, changes in behavior, new ways of coping, and improved wellbeing.
Anna Gladoseva
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
I am a Counselling Psychologist proficient in contemporary psychological models and techniques and I have been practicing for 11 years. In addition to my private practice I continue working for the NHS in the HIV & Sexual Health service in London. I am passionate about psychotherapy and I firmly believe that the reflective space and insight it offers can make life’s challenges more tolerable and life itself more meaningful. Through our dialogue I will seek to build a safe and compassionate space where you can become curious about your mind, get to know yourself in a more honest way, beyond cliché descriptions and labels.
Cate Smail
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
I provide a calm and confidential therapy space which encourages self-exploration though the therapeutic relationship as well as creative processes. I have an integrative approach which includes modalities such as art therapy, guided drawing and EMDR therapy.
Hava Drummond
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified
I am here to help you with your problems whatever they are (e.g. Psychological, emotional, mental health, family, relationship and life) . Over the years, I helped thousands of clients and will be happy to work with you too. I specialise in Trauma, PTSD, anger, anxiety, depression working with adults, couples, families, young people and children using a variety of therapy models including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focussed Couple Therapy. I serve Turkish speaking clients as well.
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What type of mental health professional is right for me?
Some of the most common types of mental health providers in London are psychologists, licensed counsellors, therapists, and psychotherapists, all of whom diagnose mental health conditions and provide individualised treatment.
Services offered, education, and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in London then may specialise in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counselling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
Services offered, education, and credentials vary by type of mental health professional. Each professional in London then may specialise in certain areas, such as depression, marriage counselling, or anxiety. Although many mental health providers are not licensed to prescribe medication, they may coordinate with a provider who can.
Both in-person and online therapy sessions are available from most psychologists.
How to find a specialist?
You can refine your search using the filters on this page. There are several categories you can filter by to find mental health professionals with the experience you are looking for. You may want to filter for CBT Psychologists in London, or Child Psychologists in London.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like London psychologists specialising in EMDR.
Many find it useful to use filters to view only psychologists that have experience working with certain issues, like London psychologists specialising in EMDR.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Psychologists in London specialise in therapeutic approaches such as CBT, EMDR, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), among others. Finding a psychologist or counsellor who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
Can I afford counselling?
Yes. Most counsellors offer reasonable rates or will work on a sliding scale basis. Many accept health insurance. Feel free to discuss this when you contact the counsellor.