Depression Counselling in Central London
I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist providing therapy for those with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work-related stress and many more presenting issues.
I am trained to help you make links between your past and present and identify patterns of behaviour that might prevent you from being happy. I believe that understandnig the source of pain goes a long way to helping you heal.
I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist providing therapy for those with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work-related stress and many more presenting issues.
I am trained to help you make links between your past and present and identify patterns of behaviour that might prevent you from being happy. I believe that understandnig the source of pain goes a long way to helping you heal.
I aim to use my 8 years of clinical experience in NHS & UK psychological services to help people with psychological issues, such as depression, anxiety, work stress, PTSD, and more.
I completed my doctoral training at King’s College London, where I had the pleasure of working with experts in the psychology field. I also completed EMDR training at the EMDR Academy. I use several approaches, including EMDR, CBT, and ACT.
I aim to use my 8 years of clinical experience in NHS & UK psychological services to help people with psychological issues, such as depression, anxiety, work stress, PTSD, and more.
I completed my doctoral training at King’s College London, where I had the pleasure of working with experts in the psychology field. I also completed EMDR training at the EMDR Academy. I use several approaches, including EMDR, CBT, and ACT.
Although much of our work centres around anxiety, depression, and trauma, we offer treatment programmes for all issues, subject to the results of an initial assessment.
I'm Simon, a psychologist with 45 years of practice and passion. I believe in the power of compassion, curiosity, and connection. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood - just as you are. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, I'm here to walk alongside you. I’m the originator of Life Theme Analysis and CEO of Optimised Life—an international psychological consultancy originally based in London. While our roots began in one city, we now work online and proudly support clients worldwide.
Although much of our work centres around anxiety, depression, and trauma, we offer treatment programmes for all issues, subject to the results of an initial assessment.
I'm Simon, a psychologist with 45 years of practice and passion. I believe in the power of compassion, curiosity, and connection. My approach is rooted in creating a safe, non-judgemental space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood - just as you are. Whether you're navigating anxiety, grief, life transitions, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, I'm here to walk alongside you. I’m the originator of Life Theme Analysis and CEO of Optimised Life—an international psychological consultancy originally based in London. While our roots began in one city, we now work online and proudly support clients worldwide.
I work with clients experiencing a wide range of symptoms, including anxiety, depression, bereavement, anger and work-related stress.
Everyone can find life overwhelming sometimes. I believe in the power of therapy and offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space in which you can talk and explore your feelings. Whilst it can be daunting seeking therapy for the first time, I provide a safe and supportive environment to explore thoughts, feeling and concerns. I work relationally, which means that I put the relationship at the heart of work, and will tailor our sessions according to your needs. Often, by exploring our thoughts and behavioural patterns and bringing them into awareness, we feel more able to cope with challenging circumstances.
I work with clients experiencing a wide range of symptoms, including anxiety, depression, bereavement, anger and work-related stress.
Everyone can find life overwhelming sometimes. I believe in the power of therapy and offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space in which you can talk and explore your feelings. Whilst it can be daunting seeking therapy for the first time, I provide a safe and supportive environment to explore thoughts, feeling and concerns. I work relationally, which means that I put the relationship at the heart of work, and will tailor our sessions according to your needs. Often, by exploring our thoughts and behavioural patterns and bringing them into awareness, we feel more able to cope with challenging circumstances.
Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with individuals who seek a deeper understanding of themselves or require support in navigating various difficulties such as anxiety, stress, depression, burnout, perinatal mental health, relationship difficulties and bereavement.
How I work: Individual sessions are 50 minutes. Sessions take place at the same time each week, the time will be held for you. Fees are negotiable depending on your circumstance and will be discussed in the initial consultation.
Over the years, I have had the privilege of working with individuals who seek a deeper understanding of themselves or require support in navigating various difficulties such as anxiety, stress, depression, burnout, perinatal mental health, relationship difficulties and bereavement.
How I work: Individual sessions are 50 minutes. Sessions take place at the same time each week, the time will be held for you. Fees are negotiable depending on your circumstance and will be discussed in the initial consultation.
I've worked with people facing a variety of challenges; histories of abuse, anxiety, bereavement and loss, depression, trauma, stress at home or in work, sex & relationship issues, questions around sexuality and gender, family difficulties, alcohol or substance misuse, existential issues and more.
Therapy is an opportunity to break free of unhelpful patterns, to explore, to challenge and to develop new ways of being with yourself and others. I engage with my clients in a real, authentic way and invite them to do the same with me. I'm an experienced UKCP & BACP registered Psychotherapist with 17 years experience working in a range of mental health services. I've supported many people in leading richer and more rewarding lives. I work in a way that is open, honest, supportive and allows for lightness and challenge. Take a look at my website for more information about how I work.
I've worked with people facing a variety of challenges; histories of abuse, anxiety, bereavement and loss, depression, trauma, stress at home or in work, sex & relationship issues, questions around sexuality and gender, family difficulties, alcohol or substance misuse, existential issues and more.
Therapy is an opportunity to break free of unhelpful patterns, to explore, to challenge and to develop new ways of being with yourself and others. I engage with my clients in a real, authentic way and invite them to do the same with me. I'm an experienced UKCP & BACP registered Psychotherapist with 17 years experience working in a range of mental health services. I've supported many people in leading richer and more rewarding lives. I work in a way that is open, honest, supportive and allows for lightness and challenge. Take a look at my website for more information about how I work.
Most people experience anxiety or depression at some point in their lives and need to cope with pain and confusion.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist providing short/ long-term therapy and clinical supervision. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy. I am particularly interested in how our earlier experiences and relationships influence us in our present.
Most people experience anxiety or depression at some point in their lives and need to cope with pain and confusion.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist providing short/ long-term therapy and clinical supervision. I draw on a variety of psychological approaches including Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy. I am particularly interested in how our earlier experiences and relationships influence us in our present.
Dealing with the ongoing unrest in the world alongside our own personal battles can often feel like too much to hold. While therapy alone cannot change the world, it can be a place to share the load, to untangle yourself and make sense of who you are and where you’re going.
Dealing with the ongoing unrest in the world alongside our own personal battles can often feel like too much to hold. While therapy alone cannot change the world, it can be a place to share the load, to untangle yourself and make sense of who you are and where you’re going.
I work as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with both children, adolescents and families as well as with adults across the age range. When emotional problems arise it can be difficult to acknowledge them and know where to turn. Your search for help, for yourself or for your child, may have begun with difficulties in relationships or feeling stuck, lost, overwhelmed or frustrated. I seek to understand these feelings and understand them as signposts to underlying challenges. I work at multiple levels to affect change and aim to help you have an increased sense of freedom and enjoyment in individual and/or family life.
I work as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with both children, adolescents and families as well as with adults across the age range. When emotional problems arise it can be difficult to acknowledge them and know where to turn. Your search for help, for yourself or for your child, may have begun with difficulties in relationships or feeling stuck, lost, overwhelmed or frustrated. I seek to understand these feelings and understand them as signposts to underlying challenges. I work at multiple levels to affect change and aim to help you have an increased sense of freedom and enjoyment in individual and/or family life.
I work with adults, couples and families and those struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship strain, family strain, stress, trauma & low self-esteem.
In therapy, I am active and engaged, reflective and flexible. I ask questions, I give theory, and I explain the different ways to make sense of a given problem as well as the different steps needed to make change. I value working collaboratively with my clients and urge them to take an active role along with me in their therapy. I integrate CBT, ACT & CFT.
I work with adults, couples and families and those struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship strain, family strain, stress, trauma & low self-esteem.
In therapy, I am active and engaged, reflective and flexible. I ask questions, I give theory, and I explain the different ways to make sense of a given problem as well as the different steps needed to make change. I value working collaboratively with my clients and urge them to take an active role along with me in their therapy. I integrate CBT, ACT & CFT.
If you are struggling with unresolved emotions, anxiety, depression, or patterns in your life that seems beyond your control, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a powerful tool for investigating the impact of our past and present experiences on our feelings, behaviours, and intentions in life.
Through our work, we will uncover the underlying causes of your challenges, helping you gain insight, develop healthier relationships, and achieve personal growth. In therapy we will be exploring how your past experiences impact you in your present, and how these experiences may play out unconsciously in your daily life, in ways that you may not be aware of.
If you are struggling with unresolved emotions, anxiety, depression, or patterns in your life that seems beyond your control, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a powerful tool for investigating the impact of our past and present experiences on our feelings, behaviours, and intentions in life.
Through our work, we will uncover the underlying causes of your challenges, helping you gain insight, develop healthier relationships, and achieve personal growth. In therapy we will be exploring how your past experiences impact you in your present, and how these experiences may play out unconsciously in your daily life, in ways that you may not be aware of.
I work with people who have anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues and depression, among other difficulties.
I provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment where you can discuss what's happening in your life right now. We will think about how your feelings relate to experiences or relationships in your past. By increasing understanding, you can know yourself better, accept yourself more, and find ways to deal with the issues in your life and make changes
I work with people who have anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues and depression, among other difficulties.
I provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment where you can discuss what's happening in your life right now. We will think about how your feelings relate to experiences or relationships in your past. By increasing understanding, you can know yourself better, accept yourself more, and find ways to deal with the issues in your life and make changes
We all experience times of uncertainty, loss and change and I believe we all benefit from sharing our burdens with someone else, in a safe and non-judgemental way. I understand seeking psychological support can feel scary but my approach is open, warm and accepting. I work collaboratively with people, treating all information in the strictest confidence. My aim is to empower each person to develop their own skills, building resilience to manage difficulties, in the present and going forward.
We all experience times of uncertainty, loss and change and I believe we all benefit from sharing our burdens with someone else, in a safe and non-judgemental way. I understand seeking psychological support can feel scary but my approach is open, warm and accepting. I work collaboratively with people, treating all information in the strictest confidence. My aim is to empower each person to develop their own skills, building resilience to manage difficulties, in the present and going forward.
I work with all psychological and emotional problems including Depression, Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Phobias, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Workplace problems and Bullying, and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
I am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the HCPC with over 30 years of experience. I have worked in private practice with over two thousand patients and supervised more than 100 therapists. I am separately qualified in various fields of applied Psychology including Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Counselling Psychology and Occupational Psychology. I now deliver all my counselling and therapy by the following methods: video conferencing; telephone sessions; real-time online chat; and email. I believe that matching the right therapy delivered by the right therapist to an individual is the key to therapeutic success.
I work with all psychological and emotional problems including Depression, Anxiety, Low Self-Esteem, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Phobias, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Workplace problems and Bullying, and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
I am a Chartered Psychologist registered with the HCPC with over 30 years of experience. I have worked in private practice with over two thousand patients and supervised more than 100 therapists. I am separately qualified in various fields of applied Psychology including Clinical Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Counselling Psychology and Occupational Psychology. I now deliver all my counselling and therapy by the following methods: video conferencing; telephone sessions; real-time online chat; and email. I believe that matching the right therapy delivered by the right therapist to an individual is the key to therapeutic success.
Clinically, I have experience working with a variety of disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Depression.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist. My name is Rebecca, and I am a registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I’ve worked across private practice, the charity sector and primary care in the NHS. I work with people from diverse socio-economic, cultural and professional contexts.
Clinically, I have experience working with a variety of disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Depression.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist. My name is Rebecca, and I am a registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I’ve worked across private practice, the charity sector and primary care in the NHS. I work with people from diverse socio-economic, cultural and professional contexts.
My integrative training and years of experience enables me to draw on a range of psychological therapies in my work with children, adults, couples and families. I work with a range of difficulties including depressions, anxiety, trauma and relationship difficulties.
My integrative training and years of experience enables me to draw on a range of psychological therapies in my work with children, adults, couples and families. I work with a range of difficulties including depressions, anxiety, trauma and relationship difficulties.
I work with expat and international clients on a variety of experiences including anxiety, belonging, depression, stress, burnout, identity, relationships and relational conflict, loneliness, low self esteem, trauma, self harm, body dysmorphia and more.
As an integrative therapist, I draw from a range of modalities and adapt how I work to suit the needs of the client, where my role is to hold space and be an empathetic witness to what unfolds. I work mainly from a psychodynamic and humanistic perspective, where I blend elements of mindful awareness, body psychotherapy, CBT and trauma informed therapy.
I work with expat and international clients on a variety of experiences including anxiety, belonging, depression, stress, burnout, identity, relationships and relational conflict, loneliness, low self esteem, trauma, self harm, body dysmorphia and more.
As an integrative therapist, I draw from a range of modalities and adapt how I work to suit the needs of the client, where my role is to hold space and be an empathetic witness to what unfolds. I work mainly from a psychodynamic and humanistic perspective, where I blend elements of mindful awareness, body psychotherapy, CBT and trauma informed therapy.
I work with people experiencing a range of emotional challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, work stress, life transitions or family and relationship issues.
I am a psychotherapist working in private practice and offer therapy in both English and Turkish. I trained as a psychotherapist at Birkbeck, University of London. I am a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their code of ethics. I have experience of working for large mental health charities and in community mental health settings providing support for vulnerable adults and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Previously I worked for several commercial companies in various roles and so understand the stress and pressures of working for large organisations.
I work with people experiencing a range of emotional challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, work stress, life transitions or family and relationship issues.
I am a psychotherapist working in private practice and offer therapy in both English and Turkish. I trained as a psychotherapist at Birkbeck, University of London. I am a Registered Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and follow their code of ethics. I have experience of working for large mental health charities and in community mental health settings providing support for vulnerable adults and individuals from diverse backgrounds. Previously I worked for several commercial companies in various roles and so understand the stress and pressures of working for large organisations.
She has experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, conduct disorder, and behavioural difficulties.
Dr Alison Pak completed her BSc (Hons) at University College, London, a Masters in Social and Developmental Psychology at the University of Cambridge, and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at University College, London. She has experience working in various NHS settings and in private practice, and is currently based in a practice in South West London. Dr Pak draws on a range of therapeutic models (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy), often including creativity as one of her core competencies.
She has experience in the treatment of depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, conduct disorder, and behavioural difficulties.
Dr Alison Pak completed her BSc (Hons) at University College, London, a Masters in Social and Developmental Psychology at the University of Cambridge, and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at University College, London. She has experience working in various NHS settings and in private practice, and is currently based in a practice in South West London. Dr Pak draws on a range of therapeutic models (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy), often including creativity as one of her core competencies.
You may come to therapy to speak about issues that make you angry, afraid or unhappy or that simply don't make sense. Understanding that we are all unique, with our own strengths, qualities and interests, as well as challenges, is hugely important for our well-being. We also know that through having a balanced view of ourselves, we can feel better equipped to cope with difficult emotional and psychological experiences and make positive connections with others. In our sessions, we will have the chance to explore whatever is troubling you to help you identify and confront such issues and feel more confident about yourself.
You may come to therapy to speak about issues that make you angry, afraid or unhappy or that simply don't make sense. Understanding that we are all unique, with our own strengths, qualities and interests, as well as challenges, is hugely important for our well-being. We also know that through having a balanced view of ourselves, we can feel better equipped to cope with difficult emotional and psychological experiences and make positive connections with others. In our sessions, we will have the chance to explore whatever is troubling you to help you identify and confront such issues and feel more confident about yourself.
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What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.