Counselling in Central London, London

Dr Mana Barnett
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I view therapy as a collaborative enterprise between client and therapist, with the shared goal of gaining understanding and facilitating a process of acceptance or change. In recognising that we are all unique, each with our own beliefs, values and attitudes about ourselves, others, and the world, I believe that it is important to tailor therapy to the individual needs of my clients. I work with a range of psychological theories and approaches, including Existential-phenomenological therapy, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and Motivational Enhancement therapy, providing both short and longer-term therapy, where appropriate.

Lisa Home
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
MODERN RELATIONSHIP & SEX THERAPY Connecting with people and being intimate can stir up all sorts of anxieties or compound exiting issues. Struggling with relational or sexual difficulties, or navigating the complexities of trying find our sexual place in the world and becoming comfortable with who we are can be challenging. As as psychodynamic psychosexual therapist my aim is to help you improve emotional and physical intimacy either in the relationship with yourself or your connections with others, and to help you overcome or manage any sexual difficulties you're having.

Ikuko Abe
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Would you like to talk to someone impartial about your relationship difficulties, find out tips on how to communicate better with your partner? Are you looking to separate or divorce after an infidelity or a stressful few years? Maybe you've grown apart or just not sure whether you want to stay together? Perhaps your sex life is suffering and you want to improve it. Do you feel frustrated because you end up having the same kind of argument over and over and you want to understand why you feel stuck?

Daius Stanton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work with people who are trying to making sense of their place in the world, trying to answer questions of meaning, purpose and identity. If you're considering therapy, you may know what you want to work on, but feel stuck, frustrated, or in need of some support. You may know that something's not right but not know where to start. This may coincide with feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, or burn out. Psychotherapy is a space for you to discuss what's on your mind in a non-judgemental collaborative setting. This is a chance for you to tell your story, and make sense of what it means.
Not accepting new clients

Dr Heather Sequeira
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Fully Booked: 25 years of experience as a specialist in OCD, Trauma (PTSD) & Stress. I have helped over 1000 people suffering the same issues as you with an excellent track record. Sometimes OCD occurs on its own, or sometimes following bad events: you may try to cope through constant worry, anxiety, compulsive behaviour, overthinking or overworking. I don’t pretend to be a ‘Jack-of-all-trades' but work specifically with OCD & Trauma, where my skills and knowledge will make the biggest impact. You can be assured of my credentials as I am Registered & Chartered. I also work for NHS & Clinical Psychology University Courses.

Panagiotis Karagiannis
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
My calling in life is to help you deal with your difficulties confidently and assertively so that you can feel joy and discover the true meaning in life. From my experience and study, I have gained significant experience in working with others who face difficulties with anxiety, depression and workplace issues. I ensure that from the very first session you will feel free to say what you think and thus gain awareness of yourself and understand the challenges you struggle with, resolving them so that you can move closer to having the life you wish to have.

Liam West
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
•Working remotely only at present ! Set up Skype, Zoom, Facetime, Whatspp or whatver works best for you • I am a professional trained BACP registered Integrative therapist. I provide a safe and secure environment, one where clients can comfortably open up and share their deepest thoughts and feelings. The therapeutic bond is unique and special, and we will work together in a move towards true self awareness and self acceptance. Whatever it is that you’re struggling with, you don’t need to go through it alone

Dr Lisa Morgan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
JAN '23 - I have immediate availability for individual adult clients. Click the 'email me' button, and I will contact you so we can have an initial (free) conversation. I'm Dr Lisa Morgan, Clinical Psychologist. Registered with HCPC. I'd be glad to really listen - including to the small important details - to understand, and to use well-researched therapy tools to help you make progress. I can help if you're feeling depressed, anxious, traumatised, or have some things in your background that are holding you back. I can help with loss of direction, life stages and transitions, and stress.

Dr Izabel Lang
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Do you struggle with anxiety, work stress, low mood, low self-esteem or worry about the future? Does a previous/ recent traumatic experience still negatively impact you? Do you worry about others' criticisms and judgments? Are you disconnected from what matters in life and the people you love? Do you feel that you are not the person you want to be? Whatever challenges you have, therapy can help improve your life. I see adult individuals for a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, life crisis, work stress, personal development and relationship problems. I offer CBT, ACT, EMDR and other approaches.

Sarah Gibson
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
I’m a highly specialised senior Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. I have over 15 years’ experience working in private and NHS settings. I work with people to understand difficult emotions such as anxiety, depression, shame, guilt, anger and stress. I have worked with clients to improve their self-esteem, confidence and to recognise unconscious patterns in their lives. This enables change to occur with my support. I work in a culturally informed way and draw on the evidence base and NICE guidelines to inform my practice.

Nicola Kerr
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You may be feeling down, fed-up, depressed or anxious – or you may just feel a general lack of lust for life. Whatever it is that's currently troubling you, if it has reached the point at which it's affecting the quality of your daily life, therapy could be the first step to understanding what's going on for you and why. Coming to therapy can be an emotional 'journey' which is not always easy, however it is also an opportunity for change, which could be the beginning of living your life differently.

Mariana Larcher
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
When we feel overwhelmed, frazzled, anxious, confused, hopeless, or stuck in our lives, in our ways of being or thinking - in relation to single events or a lifetime of experiences - life gets tough. Talking to someone you don't know can seem like an odd choice but talking helps, especially when that someone can listen, ask questions, help you notice and experience things in a way that can help you reflect and feel differently about what is going on in your life. Therapy can help you explore other ways of being and behaving, it can help you create space so you can feel freer and more resilient in the expression of who you are.
Not accepting new clients

Disree Shaw
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I am on a mission to make therapy accessible and change the world one thought at a time. I vlog and podcast on mental wellbeing with a keen focus in men’s mental health. I practice at the Priory in London and privately. Check out my production on The Tortured Superhero and Relationship SOS

Meirion Todd
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I know how daunting first sessions can be so it's my job to help you feel as comfortable as possible. The first session is an opportunity for us to find out a little about each other and for you to decide if I am the right therapist for you. We will discuss how things are for you at the moment, what's brought you to therapy and the things you'd like to work on.I offer a supportive, safe and confidential relationship. I have 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist, working initially in the NHS and for the last 8 years I've run a busy private practice in Central London.

Dr Victoria Uwannah
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
Therapy is a safe space to explore some of the confusing or difficult thoughts and feelings that arise throughout life's challenging phases. Major life transitions, relationship issues, bereavements, self-esteem, low mood or anxiety - these are all themes that are worthwhile addressing in therapy. Additionally therapy can be an investment into understanding yourself further; what causes you to think and act in certain ways as this is the gateway to facilitating meaningful and long-lasting change.

Danny Olive
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I'm an integrative counsellor working both online and in-person with individuals and couples. In addition to helping my clients with various mental and emotional challenges, I have a special interest in working with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and relationship issues. You may be experiencing relationship problems - with a partner, family and friends or colleagues and wondering why particular patterns keep occurring. Perhaps you are struggling with low self-worth, or that negative voice within you has become so loud that you are finding it difficult to relate to others and the world around you.

Simone Bose
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
Waitlist for new clients

Tibor Poor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
It is likely that you are reading these lines because you are looking for support in getting through a crisis or you wish to explore some long-standing issues with a kind and caring professional. Perhaps you're struggling with problems in your relationship, professional life or trying to overcome destructive habits. You might be feeling stuck and need help to make sense of what's going on.

Emily Cora Hilton
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hello, I'm Cora - a modern, down-to-earth, integrative psychotherapist based in London and online. I specialise in working with Gen Y, Gen Z and the LGBTQ+ community. Sometimes I work within quite specific areas, including anxiety, burnout, interpersonal relationships, self-esteem, family dynamics, identity, and LGBTQ+ issues. At other times, people come to see me with a general sense of just wanting to feel more comfortable within themselves and their life - not because something in particular is 'wrong', but because they want things to feel more 'right'. Whatever it is that you want to explore in therapy, I will listen to you.

Al Tyers
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling low, lost or anxious? Are you looking for a supportive therapist who will listen to you and help you make sense of what’s going on in your life? I work with people who have anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues and depression, among other difficulties. Sometimes these emerged after a loss or setback, or maybe they are feelings that have always been there and now is the time to tackle them. Perhaps it's hard to even say why, or why now. Whichever it is, I’ll support you, listen to you, and help you understand what’s going on right now, how it relates to the past, and how you can make changes for the future.
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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 counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors 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, 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 counsellors. Many have been licensed by the country or state 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 counseling. 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.