Self-Harming Counselling in East London, London
Born in the North of England, I emigrated to Australia with my family as a child, returning after a few years. I left for London in my late teens. My dyslexia, and not fitting in, had left me feeling as if I couldn’t learn and would have few job opportunities. In my town, I had two options: hairdressing or nuclear shipbuilding. I chose cutting hair and talking to human beings about their relationships. Working in West End salons, listening to clients’ stories, raising 4 children, and living with my husband with a terminal illness, gave me a deep understanding of human dynamics so I decided to retrain as a counsellor.
Born in the North of England, I emigrated to Australia with my family as a child, returning after a few years. I left for London in my late teens. My dyslexia, and not fitting in, had left me feeling as if I couldn’t learn and would have few job opportunities. In my town, I had two options: hairdressing or nuclear shipbuilding. I chose cutting hair and talking to human beings about their relationships. Working in West End salons, listening to clients’ stories, raising 4 children, and living with my husband with a terminal illness, gave me a deep understanding of human dynamics so I decided to retrain as a counsellor.
I have over 10 years clinical experience in various settings, working with a wide range of issues including: • Addictive, Self-harming behaviours • Anxiety and Depression • Identity and Self-esteem • Loss and Trauma • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) • Relationship difficulties • Sex or Sexuality related issues.
Thinking psychodynamically, I will help you to get in touch with lesser known parts of yourself that might have been the driving force behind the repetition of problematic behaviours or relationship patterns. Together we will work though the root causes of your difficulties and make lasting changes.
I have over 10 years clinical experience in various settings, working with a wide range of issues including: • Addictive, Self-harming behaviours • Anxiety and Depression • Identity and Self-esteem • Loss and Trauma • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) • Relationship difficulties • Sex or Sexuality related issues.
Thinking psychodynamically, I will help you to get in touch with lesser known parts of yourself that might have been the driving force behind the repetition of problematic behaviours or relationship patterns. Together we will work though the root causes of your difficulties and make lasting changes.
This can include relationship difficulties, work or school issues, self-harming, family difficulties, and life transitions.
I can offer an integrative and relational approach . This means I focus on building our therapeutic relationship in order to understand the best tools and counselling styles that suit your needs. This can be through long- or short- term counselling, depending on your goals or needs.
This can include relationship difficulties, work or school issues, self-harming, family difficulties, and life transitions.
I can offer an integrative and relational approach . This means I focus on building our therapeutic relationship in order to understand the best tools and counselling styles that suit your needs. This can be through long- or short- term counselling, depending on your goals or needs.
Sara Dawson Psychology
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
East London, London E8
Waitlist for new clients
Hello hello. I'm a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist specialising in assessment and therapeutic work with children, teens, young adults, and families, both online and in person in Hackney, London. Are you (or your young person) struggling with low mood, anxiety, trauma, identity, overwhelming or confusing emotions, or a combination of concerns? Or would you like help to strengthen relationships within your family, or respond safely and effectively to tricky child behaviour? I have over a decade of experience within NHS, social care, university, and private settings helping individuals and families to reach their goals.
Hello hello. I'm a HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist specialising in assessment and therapeutic work with children, teens, young adults, and families, both online and in person in Hackney, London. Are you (or your young person) struggling with low mood, anxiety, trauma, identity, overwhelming or confusing emotions, or a combination of concerns? Or would you like help to strengthen relationships within your family, or respond safely and effectively to tricky child behaviour? I have over a decade of experience within NHS, social care, university, and private settings helping individuals and families to reach their goals.
People seek therapy when they are dissatisfied or unhappy and feel that it is possible to make changes but this is very difficult alone. Psychotherapy is a particular type of conversation exploring thoughts, feelings and relationships. Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to think about what is troubling in a safe setting to understand and improve relationships, both with ourselves and others. My thinking and approach places relationships at the heart of experience. When patterns in relationships can be understood we can feel liberated to change.
People seek therapy when they are dissatisfied or unhappy and feel that it is possible to make changes but this is very difficult alone. Psychotherapy is a particular type of conversation exploring thoughts, feelings and relationships. Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to think about what is troubling in a safe setting to understand and improve relationships, both with ourselves and others. My thinking and approach places relationships at the heart of experience. When patterns in relationships can be understood we can feel liberated to change.
I am a UKCP, BAAT, and HCPC-registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, Art Psychotherapist and MBT practioner with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health. My journey into psychotherapy began with my own transformational experience, which highlighted the profound healing potential of the psychodynamic approach. This personal insight continues to inspire and guide my work with clients.
I have particular expertise in supporting individuals with complex emotional difficulties, histories of trauma and abuse, and those living with disabilities.
I am a UKCP, BAAT, and HCPC-registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, Art Psychotherapist and MBT practioner with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health. My journey into psychotherapy began with my own transformational experience, which highlighted the profound healing potential of the psychodynamic approach. This personal insight continues to inspire and guide my work with clients.
I have particular expertise in supporting individuals with complex emotional difficulties, histories of trauma and abuse, and those living with disabilities.
East London Art Therapy - Tunjay Fehmi
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East London, London E9
If you are experiencing feelings of overwhelm, isolation, and panic, I offer a calm and welcoming space to explore what is difficult for you. Connecting on a human level can open a space to develop compassion and hope. Together we can explore your goals, my approach will depend on your needs. We can work with traditional talking therapy, and I am also trained to use the arts.
If you are experiencing feelings of overwhelm, isolation, and panic, I offer a calm and welcoming space to explore what is difficult for you. Connecting on a human level can open a space to develop compassion and hope. Together we can explore your goals, my approach will depend on your needs. We can work with traditional talking therapy, and I am also trained to use the arts.
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist. I work with adults and adolescents, across a wide range of issues. My approach focuses primarily on enabling you to understand what brought you where you are today, and where you want to be. With this understanding, we develop solutions for you to get there. Each client is unique, and I use a blend of approaches to meet your specific needs. I am an integrative counsellor, and have also trained in CBT techniques. I work with people dealing with anxiety and depression, facing challenges with their relationships, or looking to improve their ability to tackle personal challenges.
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist. I work with adults and adolescents, across a wide range of issues. My approach focuses primarily on enabling you to understand what brought you where you are today, and where you want to be. With this understanding, we develop solutions for you to get there. Each client is unique, and I use a blend of approaches to meet your specific needs. I am an integrative counsellor, and have also trained in CBT techniques. I work with people dealing with anxiety and depression, facing challenges with their relationships, or looking to improve their ability to tackle personal challenges.
Life can be difficult but the right support can be life-changing. Whether presenting with a specific issue or simply to gain deeper understanding and self-awareness, I pride myself on providing a warm and non-judgemental space, where clients can be themselves and explore their challenges freely and confidentially. Within this space, you can slow down and reconnect with yourself, feeling truly seen, heard, and supported. I have experience working with a diverse range of clients with awareness and sensitivity and have a special interest in the role of language in the therapy process.
Life can be difficult but the right support can be life-changing. Whether presenting with a specific issue or simply to gain deeper understanding and self-awareness, I pride myself on providing a warm and non-judgemental space, where clients can be themselves and explore their challenges freely and confidentially. Within this space, you can slow down and reconnect with yourself, feeling truly seen, heard, and supported. I have experience working with a diverse range of clients with awareness and sensitivity and have a special interest in the role of language in the therapy process.
I work with adults of all ages and young people mainly here in East London and also online. If you find yourself stuck, having a difficult time, or maybe unclear about who you are or what to do, I believe I can support you in taking the next steps forward.
I work with adults of all ages and young people mainly here in East London and also online. If you find yourself stuck, having a difficult time, or maybe unclear about who you are or what to do, I believe I can support you in taking the next steps forward.
I offer a warm non-judgemental and confidential environment in which to discuss your issues. As a BACP registered and accredited counsellor, I have substantial experience both in public sector organisations, and as a private practitioner, and have worked with a wide range of complex issues, supporting people to make successful changes in their lives. Working creatively, and with the therapeutic relationship remaining at the heart of the process, I adhere to the theory that the client is the best expert of themselves and that with deep empathy coupled with the therapeutic alliance, this expertise can be revealed and applied.
I offer a warm non-judgemental and confidential environment in which to discuss your issues. As a BACP registered and accredited counsellor, I have substantial experience both in public sector organisations, and as a private practitioner, and have worked with a wide range of complex issues, supporting people to make successful changes in their lives. Working creatively, and with the therapeutic relationship remaining at the heart of the process, I adhere to the theory that the client is the best expert of themselves and that with deep empathy coupled with the therapeutic alliance, this expertise can be revealed and applied.
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I am an integrative therapist. I work with clients on a range of emotional and relational experiences, including abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, gender, isolation, loss, relational trauma, relationships, self-harm, sex, sexuality, stress, and trauma. Some of the approaches I draw from include attachment theory, body psychotherapy, existential, feminist therapy, person-centred, psychodynamic, queer theory and relational psychoanalysis.
I am an integrative therapist. I work with clients on a range of emotional and relational experiences, including abuse, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, gender, isolation, loss, relational trauma, relationships, self-harm, sex, sexuality, stress, and trauma. Some of the approaches I draw from include attachment theory, body psychotherapy, existential, feminist therapy, person-centred, psychodynamic, queer theory and relational psychoanalysis.
I’m a Gestalt psychotherapist, movement specialist, and educator. My approach is relational and holistic, recognizing the complexity of each person’s unfolding experience of their world and relationships. While talking therapy is at the core of my work, I draw heavily on trauma-informed embodiment practices. These practices often help shift fixed, habitual patterns that may be causing conflict, confusion, or distress. I am committed to a queer-friendly and inclusive practice. I strongly believe in the importance of gender, sexuality, and neurodiversity-affirming therapeutic work.
I’m a Gestalt psychotherapist, movement specialist, and educator. My approach is relational and holistic, recognizing the complexity of each person’s unfolding experience of their world and relationships. While talking therapy is at the core of my work, I draw heavily on trauma-informed embodiment practices. These practices often help shift fixed, habitual patterns that may be causing conflict, confusion, or distress. I am committed to a queer-friendly and inclusive practice. I strongly believe in the importance of gender, sexuality, and neurodiversity-affirming therapeutic work.
I understand that taking the step to seek therapy may feel daunting, and I want to assure you that I am here to help you with whatever support it is you feel you need. I offer a warm and comforting environment to help you feel safe to freely express your worries and concerns. Embarking on a journey of self-discovery takes courage, I am dedicated to assisting you every step of the way in overcoming the obstacles that have caused you pain and brough you to seek healing. Together, we will navigate the challenges at your own pace and work towards your healing, personal growth, and recovery.
I understand that taking the step to seek therapy may feel daunting, and I want to assure you that I am here to help you with whatever support it is you feel you need. I offer a warm and comforting environment to help you feel safe to freely express your worries and concerns. Embarking on a journey of self-discovery takes courage, I am dedicated to assisting you every step of the way in overcoming the obstacles that have caused you pain and brough you to seek healing. Together, we will navigate the challenges at your own pace and work towards your healing, personal growth, and recovery.
Life may feel difficult and pointless, or perhaps, you are experiencing profound loss of a loved one or of a relationship. Maybe you are struggling with depression and anxiety, loss of motivation and sense of meaninglessness. Life, by its very essence, is intertwined with pain, but suffering is a choice we make in how we respond to the pain. Our interpretation and response to these experiences fall under our control, and we possess the power to decide how to navigate through adversity - choosing whether we allow it to define us.
Life may feel difficult and pointless, or perhaps, you are experiencing profound loss of a loved one or of a relationship. Maybe you are struggling with depression and anxiety, loss of motivation and sense of meaninglessness. Life, by its very essence, is intertwined with pain, but suffering is a choice we make in how we respond to the pain. Our interpretation and response to these experiences fall under our control, and we possess the power to decide how to navigate through adversity - choosing whether we allow it to define us.
Not one therapy fits all.
I practice integrative therapy, which means that different theories including cognitive behavioural therapy, compassion focus therapy, mindfulness, and emotional focus therapy will be used to fit your needs.
I am currently working in online, providing psychological interventions and screening to individuals with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, bipolar, psychosis, and people with special educational needs.
Not one therapy fits all.
I practice integrative therapy, which means that different theories including cognitive behavioural therapy, compassion focus therapy, mindfulness, and emotional focus therapy will be used to fit your needs.
I am currently working in online, providing psychological interventions and screening to individuals with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, bipolar, psychosis, and people with special educational needs.
After several years of working in the legal sector, I decided to retrain as a Psychotherapist out of my passion to amplify and provide a safe space for the voices of others. I have several years of clinical experience in various reputable institutions, alongside experience as a Clinical Manager in a counselling organisation. As I work integratively with an intersectional and intercultural lens, I have understanding and lived experience of how systems and interpersonal oppression can affect wellbeing in many ways. I also am a qualified Clinical Supervisor for individuals and groups, incorporating this same lens for supervisees.
After several years of working in the legal sector, I decided to retrain as a Psychotherapist out of my passion to amplify and provide a safe space for the voices of others. I have several years of clinical experience in various reputable institutions, alongside experience as a Clinical Manager in a counselling organisation. As I work integratively with an intersectional and intercultural lens, I have understanding and lived experience of how systems and interpersonal oppression can affect wellbeing in many ways. I also am a qualified Clinical Supervisor for individuals and groups, incorporating this same lens for supervisees.
I am an adult psychodynamic psychotherapist with experience in the NHS secondary care setting, offering long-term psychotherapy. I am committed to creating a warm, safe, and compassionate space where you can explore the depths of your emotional world and the deeper influences that shape your inner life. I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I am here to guide you every step of the way as you work toward building a more resilient, balanced, and authentic self. With empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to honouring your personal story, I invite you to embark on a path of self-discovery and healing.
I am an adult psychodynamic psychotherapist with experience in the NHS secondary care setting, offering long-term psychotherapy. I am committed to creating a warm, safe, and compassionate space where you can explore the depths of your emotional world and the deeper influences that shape your inner life. I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I am here to guide you every step of the way as you work toward building a more resilient, balanced, and authentic self. With empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to honouring your personal story, I invite you to embark on a path of self-discovery and healing.
I have a rich 22 years of experience specialising in children, families, couples, and individuals facing diverse relational, personal, and mental health challenges (inc: anorexia, depression, anxiety, bipolar, EUDP, personality disorders, and schizophrenia). I bring sensitivity and curiosity to navigate these complexities. I strive to be your ally in understanding and overcoming challenges, fostering a safe and flexible space where your unique needs are met. Together, we'll embark on a transformative journey, embracing diversity and cultural nuances. Your goals are my priority.
I have a rich 22 years of experience specialising in children, families, couples, and individuals facing diverse relational, personal, and mental health challenges (inc: anorexia, depression, anxiety, bipolar, EUDP, personality disorders, and schizophrenia). I bring sensitivity and curiosity to navigate these complexities. I strive to be your ally in understanding and overcoming challenges, fostering a safe and flexible space where your unique needs are met. Together, we'll embark on a transformative journey, embracing diversity and cultural nuances. Your goals are my priority.
I am a UKCP accredited psychotherapist. Therapy offers you a space to think about where you are in your life and where you’d like to be. I believe that therapy can help you live a more authentic and meaningful life. I offer a warm and supportive space where you can share what has brought you to therapy. People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons; all are valid. Perhaps you are feeling depressed, anxious, angry, stuck or suffering from low self-esteem. You might be struggling with your sexuality or gender identity. Perhaps you are feeling dissatisfied with your relationships with friends, partners or work colleagues.
I am a UKCP accredited psychotherapist. Therapy offers you a space to think about where you are in your life and where you’d like to be. I believe that therapy can help you live a more authentic and meaningful life. I offer a warm and supportive space where you can share what has brought you to therapy. People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons; all are valid. Perhaps you are feeling depressed, anxious, angry, stuck or suffering from low self-esteem. You might be struggling with your sexuality or gender identity. Perhaps you are feeling dissatisfied with your relationships with friends, partners or work colleagues.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.