Anxiety Counselling in East London

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Well-Being Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
East London, London E8
I have supported individuals facing a wide range of life's challenges, including low mood, anxiety, feelings of being lost, family or relationship stress, parenting issues, depression, past trauma, life transitions, identity struggles, and more.
If you’re reading this, you might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of someone to talk to. Perhaps you're finding it difficult to cope with daily life, facing challenges in your relationships or family, or struggling with changes that feel overwhelming. You might not even have the words for what’s going on, only a sense that something doesn’t feel right. Whatever you're carrying, you don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy can offer you a space to breathe, reflect, and begin to make sense of what’s happening inside and around you.
I have supported individuals facing a wide range of life's challenges, including low mood, anxiety, feelings of being lost, family or relationship stress, parenting issues, depression, past trauma, life transitions, identity struggles, and more.
If you’re reading this, you might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply in need of someone to talk to. Perhaps you're finding it difficult to cope with daily life, facing challenges in your relationships or family, or struggling with changes that feel overwhelming. You might not even have the words for what’s going on, only a sense that something doesn’t feel right. Whatever you're carrying, you don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy can offer you a space to breathe, reflect, and begin to make sense of what’s happening inside and around you.
020 4538 6830 View 020 4538 6830
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Paulina Filippou
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
East London, London E8
Some of the issues I have worked with include depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, low confidence, low self-esteem, trauma, relationships, work issues.
Seeking therapy is often the first step towards change, it can also feel like one of the hardest. Reaching out takes courage and it's normal to feel nervous, but you don’t have to face your challenges alone. I offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental space where clients feel empowered to explore their inner world, uncover solutions, and grow in self-awareness. I believe that the answers lie within us all, and the therapeutic journey helps to illuminate the path towards healing and transformation. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is key to achieving meaningful change and every client is unique and an expert in their own life.
Some of the issues I have worked with include depression, anxiety, domestic abuse, low confidence, low self-esteem, trauma, relationships, work issues.
Seeking therapy is often the first step towards change, it can also feel like one of the hardest. Reaching out takes courage and it's normal to feel nervous, but you don’t have to face your challenges alone. I offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental space where clients feel empowered to explore their inner world, uncover solutions, and grow in self-awareness. I believe that the answers lie within us all, and the therapeutic journey helps to illuminate the path towards healing and transformation. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is key to achieving meaningful change and every client is unique and an expert in their own life.
020 7046 0419 View 020 7046 0419
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Victoria Prieto Integrative Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
East London, London E4
Transactional Analysis can help you manage relationships in a healthier way, and mindfulness offers the tools to control anxious responses and tame the inner critic.
I specialise in supporting people to find routes out of addiction, grief, anxiety and depression. Of Spanish heritage, I also speak fluent Spanish. I have completed the Certificate of Proficiency, am registered with the BACP and hold a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling and Therapeutic skills.
Transactional Analysis can help you manage relationships in a healthier way, and mindfulness offers the tools to control anxious responses and tame the inner critic.
I specialise in supporting people to find routes out of addiction, grief, anxiety and depression. Of Spanish heritage, I also speak fluent Spanish. I have completed the Certificate of Proficiency, am registered with the BACP and hold a Level 4 Diploma in Counselling and Therapeutic skills.
020 4572 2043 View 020 4572 2043
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Kasia Khan
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
East London, London E17
You may be experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, or low self-worth.
I’m Kasia (she/her), a qualified therapist offering integrative counselling in Walthamstow (E17) and online. Before training, I worked in fast-moving charity and corporate sectors, learning about pressure, burnout, and the quiet cost of holding everything together. That experience shapes my work and how I understand coping in different environments. My approach is rooted in curiosity and care, and in the belief that healing happens through relationship and genuine connection. I offer an inclusive, respectful space to explore what feels vulnerable, uncertain, or unseen, with awareness of identity, belonging, and difference.
You may be experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, or low self-worth.
I’m Kasia (she/her), a qualified therapist offering integrative counselling in Walthamstow (E17) and online. Before training, I worked in fast-moving charity and corporate sectors, learning about pressure, burnout, and the quiet cost of holding everything together. That experience shapes my work and how I understand coping in different environments. My approach is rooted in curiosity and care, and in the belief that healing happens through relationship and genuine connection. I offer an inclusive, respectful space to explore what feels vulnerable, uncertain, or unseen, with awareness of identity, belonging, and difference.
020 3835 2284 View 020 3835 2284
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Veena Ugargol
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I’m a senior therapist with a specialist focus on anxiety and trauma-related difficulties.
I offer online therapy. As a CBT and EMDR therapist, we can work with either approach or more integratively. As a qualified Yoga Therapist, I can integrate simple breathwork, movement, and mindfulness practises to help you stay present with difficult emotions. This holistic approach allows us to tailor therapy for meaningful, lasting change.
I’m a senior therapist with a specialist focus on anxiety and trauma-related difficulties.
I offer online therapy. As a CBT and EMDR therapist, we can work with either approach or more integratively. As a qualified Yoga Therapist, I can integrate simple breathwork, movement, and mindfulness practises to help you stay present with difficult emotions. This holistic approach allows us to tailor therapy for meaningful, lasting change.
020 3893 3189 View 020 3893 3189
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Rujia Rahmah
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
Many arrive feeling anxious, overwhelmed, burnt out, disconnected from themselves, or unsure of who they are beneath the expectations placed upon them.
I specialise in supporting women with anxiety, burnout, low self-worth, identity struggles, life transitions and relationship difficulties. My approach is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive and tailored to your individual needs, helping you gain clarity, confidence and emotional resilience.
Many arrive feeling anxious, overwhelmed, burnt out, disconnected from themselves, or unsure of who they are beneath the expectations placed upon them.
I specialise in supporting women with anxiety, burnout, low self-worth, identity struggles, life transitions and relationship difficulties. My approach is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive and tailored to your individual needs, helping you gain clarity, confidence and emotional resilience.
020 4634 4132 View 020 4634 4132
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Dr Brett Hayes
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I'm a clinical psychologist working with professional men dealing with stress, burnout, anxiety, and the kind of exhaustion that's difficult to put into words.
If you've ended up on this page, there's a reasonable chance that something has been building for a while, and that the usual approaches, pushing through, staying busy, telling yourself it will ease off when things settle down, haven't quite done what you hoped they would. Most of the men I work with are good at their jobs, often very good, and that's part of what makes this so disorienting, because the same qualities that have served them well professionally can quietly become the thing that keeps them stuck.
I'm a clinical psychologist working with professional men dealing with stress, burnout, anxiety, and the kind of exhaustion that's difficult to put into words.
If you've ended up on this page, there's a reasonable chance that something has been building for a while, and that the usual approaches, pushing through, staying busy, telling yourself it will ease off when things settle down, haven't quite done what you hoped they would. Most of the men I work with are good at their jobs, often very good, and that's part of what makes this so disorienting, because the same qualities that have served them well professionally can quietly become the thing that keeps them stuck.
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Billal Ahmed
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
East London, London E17
You might be feeling torn between cultural expectations, family pressures, or a sense of not quite belonging anywhere. Many people I work with feel disconnected from themselves or unsure of who they are becoming. I offer a warm, reflective space where we can explore these experiences together, helping you make sense of your story and move towards a way of living that feels more grounded and true to you.
You might be feeling torn between cultural expectations, family pressures, or a sense of not quite belonging anywhere. Many people I work with feel disconnected from themselves or unsure of who they are becoming. I offer a warm, reflective space where we can explore these experiences together, helping you make sense of your story and move towards a way of living that feels more grounded and true to you.
020 4572 3186 View 020 4572 3186
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Deborah Malcolm
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
East London, London E17
I specialise in depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and cultural issues.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering open-ended individual therapy to adults, with sessions available in person, online, or by telephone. I am also a qualified Counselling Supervisor. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental space and work collaboratively to support understanding, clarity, and meaningful change. My integrative approach draws on person-centred, psychodynamic, and existential therapies, allowing us to explore current challenges, past experiences, and future aspirations at a pace that feels right for you.
I specialise in depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and cultural issues.
I am a BACP Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist offering open-ended individual therapy to adults, with sessions available in person, online, or by telephone. I am also a qualified Counselling Supervisor. I provide a confidential, non-judgemental space and work collaboratively to support understanding, clarity, and meaningful change. My integrative approach draws on person-centred, psychodynamic, and existential therapies, allowing us to explore current challenges, past experiences, and future aspirations at a pace that feels right for you.
020 3962 2391 View 020 3962 2391
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Hester Phillips
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
I work with anxiety difficulties including OCD, health anxiety, social anxiety and PTSD, as well as depression, low self-esteem and habit disorders.
CBT works by identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that are keeping you stuck and making changes to those to improve your mood. I will help you identify achievable goals to work towards and teach you skills you can practise in between sessions. The sessions will be structured, practical and collaborative.
I work with anxiety difficulties including OCD, health anxiety, social anxiety and PTSD, as well as depression, low self-esteem and habit disorders.
CBT works by identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviours that are keeping you stuck and making changes to those to improve your mood. I will help you identify achievable goals to work towards and teach you skills you can practise in between sessions. The sessions will be structured, practical and collaborative.
020 4652 0730 View 020 4652 0730
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Paula Broome
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
East London, London E8
Perhaps anxiety, depression and self-doubt are impacting your relationships and career?
I can help you explore your feelings and navigate life with more confidence. Together, we can look at the different relationships in your life and start breaking down any barriers that may be detrimental to your future. I have extensive professional experience supporting clients with chronic conditions and disabilities, including neurodivergence.
Perhaps anxiety, depression and self-doubt are impacting your relationships and career?
I can help you explore your feelings and navigate life with more confidence. Together, we can look at the different relationships in your life and start breaking down any barriers that may be detrimental to your future. I have extensive professional experience supporting clients with chronic conditions and disabilities, including neurodivergence.
020 3835 5411 View 020 3835 5411
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Charlotte Cox
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
East London, London E9
During this time I have worked with a range of difficulties including: depression, anxiety, challenges with confidence and self-esteem, eating difficulties, trauma, relationship problems, and challenges with identity.
I develop an individualised tailored approach for each individual person. To do this, I draw on a range of therapies including CBT, 3rd wave CBT approaches, mindfulness, DBT, EMDR, attachment theory, and somatic practices. We would discuss different options that suit your needs and wants from therapy which may include blending elements of these therapies.
During this time I have worked with a range of difficulties including: depression, anxiety, challenges with confidence and self-esteem, eating difficulties, trauma, relationship problems, and challenges with identity.
I develop an individualised tailored approach for each individual person. To do this, I draw on a range of therapies including CBT, 3rd wave CBT approaches, mindfulness, DBT, EMDR, attachment theory, and somatic practices. We would discuss different options that suit your needs and wants from therapy which may include blending elements of these therapies.
020 3960 5381 View 020 3960 5381
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Mary-Claire Wilson
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
East London, London E11
Sometimes, you may be coping on the outside, while inside feeling anxious, sad, overwhelmed, or stuck.
I'm an experienced UKCP/BACP-registered therapist, with an MA in Psychotherapy and Counselling. I provide a warm and reflective space. Giving voice to what's troubling you can often offer relief. We'll also discover and affirm your talents and strengths, as we travel the road to growth and meaning.
Sometimes, you may be coping on the outside, while inside feeling anxious, sad, overwhelmed, or stuck.
I'm an experienced UKCP/BACP-registered therapist, with an MA in Psychotherapy and Counselling. I provide a warm and reflective space. Giving voice to what's troubling you can often offer relief. We'll also discover and affirm your talents and strengths, as we travel the road to growth and meaning.
020 3835 5528 View 020 3835 5528
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Tony Antrobus
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
East London, London E5
You might be struggling with difficult feelings like anxiety or depression, a painful loss, relationship issues or unhelpful behaviour patterns and need some support understanding what is going on for you.
My approach is integrative which means I can work with many different approaches & techniques to find the best way that suits you. I offer you a safe facilitating space to talk about what is causing problems in your life. With empathy and compassion I can help you understand your present and your past, enabling you to lead a more fulfilled and happier life.
You might be struggling with difficult feelings like anxiety or depression, a painful loss, relationship issues or unhelpful behaviour patterns and need some support understanding what is going on for you.
My approach is integrative which means I can work with many different approaches & techniques to find the best way that suits you. I offer you a safe facilitating space to talk about what is causing problems in your life. With empathy and compassion I can help you understand your present and your past, enabling you to lead a more fulfilled and happier life.
020 4538 2497 View 020 4538 2497
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Hal Musazlioglu
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
East London, London E15
I am a Person-Centred/humanistic therapist, focus strongly on the emotional and relational, on the validating bond. My therapy space is one of safety and acceptance. No value judgements. No pathologizing. And from you: no more beating up! Indeed, I wholeheartedly will support your right to fuck up. You're a human-being, a Mensch. This is how we learn, by slipping up. I'll then focus on what lead to the slipping and any other obstructions that stand between you and a happier you, will then explore ways to tackle these, through everyday little positive actions. I accept Aviva Health. All das übrigens gerne auch auf deutsch!
I am a Person-Centred/humanistic therapist, focus strongly on the emotional and relational, on the validating bond. My therapy space is one of safety and acceptance. No value judgements. No pathologizing. And from you: no more beating up! Indeed, I wholeheartedly will support your right to fuck up. You're a human-being, a Mensch. This is how we learn, by slipping up. I'll then focus on what lead to the slipping and any other obstructions that stand between you and a happier you, will then explore ways to tackle these, through everyday little positive actions. I accept Aviva Health. All das übrigens gerne auch auf deutsch!
020 3962 1823 View 020 3962 1823
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Mark Uchiha-James
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Online Only
I work with and support anyone going through a challenging time and support individuals in need of emotional support for their mental health. I do this by providing online Coaching, Counselling and Psychotherapy.
I work with and support anyone going through a challenging time and support individuals in need of emotional support for their mental health. I do this by providing online Coaching, Counselling and Psychotherapy.
01375 803711 View 01375 803711
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KGF Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, ACC Reg
East London, London E15
I'm Sharan founder of KGF Counselling specialising in family dynamics, cultural influences impacting trauma, stress or anxiety.
I work holistically, trained in various counselling modalities incorporating Spiritual values. Offering years of experience with family systems, cultural and traditional influences that can impact mental health. If you feel called to work with me the first step is a consultation. We discuss the presenting issue, any questions you may have and how I can help.
I'm Sharan founder of KGF Counselling specialising in family dynamics, cultural influences impacting trauma, stress or anxiety.
I work holistically, trained in various counselling modalities incorporating Spiritual values. Offering years of experience with family systems, cultural and traditional influences that can impact mental health. If you feel called to work with me the first step is a consultation. We discuss the presenting issue, any questions you may have and how I can help.
020 3835 5450 View 020 3835 5450
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Dr Francine Bear
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
3 Endorsed
East London, London E17
I specialise in individual therapy for anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, difficulties in relationships or life transitions.
I offer in-person and remote therapy. I have over 15 years of experience working in mental health and in supporting people to identify, better understand and work through any challenges they may be experiencing in their lives or feeling stuck with. Therapy is often about exploring different perspectives and developing the skills we need to help navigate life’s challenges to allow us to move forward. I am flexible and collaborative in my approach to therapy because, in my experience, therapy is most helpful to people when it is tailored to their specific needs and the hopes they may have for the process.
I specialise in individual therapy for anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, difficulties in relationships or life transitions.
I offer in-person and remote therapy. I have over 15 years of experience working in mental health and in supporting people to identify, better understand and work through any challenges they may be experiencing in their lives or feeling stuck with. Therapy is often about exploring different perspectives and developing the skills we need to help navigate life’s challenges to allow us to move forward. I am flexible and collaborative in my approach to therapy because, in my experience, therapy is most helpful to people when it is tailored to their specific needs and the hopes they may have for the process.
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Melanie Baldeo
Counsellor, BACP
East London, London E15
Life can be accompanied with stress and difficulties that can often leave you struggling to cope daily. Counselling provides support to people, allowing them to share these experiences in a comfortable, safe space in order to gain understanding and live a more fulfilled life.
Life can be accompanied with stress and difficulties that can often leave you struggling to cope daily. Counselling provides support to people, allowing them to share these experiences in a comfortable, safe space in order to gain understanding and live a more fulfilled life.
020 3871 0579 View 020 3871 0579
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Alecia Anderson
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
East London, London E1
I am a Chartered and Registered Counselling Psychologist who adopts a pluralistic framework based on the premise that no one therapeutic approach is superior, and different clients are likely to benefit from different therapeutic methods at different points in time. The pluralistic position puts the client and their needs at the centre of therapy and is based on working collaboratively. I honestly believe that people are experts of themselves but with help from trained professionals they can have a better understanding of themselves and the reason(s) for their behaviours.
I am a Chartered and Registered Counselling Psychologist who adopts a pluralistic framework based on the premise that no one therapeutic approach is superior, and different clients are likely to benefit from different therapeutic methods at different points in time. The pluralistic position puts the client and their needs at the centre of therapy and is based on working collaboratively. I honestly believe that people are experts of themselves but with help from trained professionals they can have a better understanding of themselves and the reason(s) for their behaviours.
020 8106 1939 View 020 8106 1939

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Anxiety Counsellors
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.