Female Counselling in Fleet Street, London

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Christie Reade
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
Hello, I'm Christie, a warm and experienced psychotherapist trained in a variety of modalities including CBT, ACT, DBT and mindfulness. Using the most suitable approach(es), I will work with you to reduce the suffering and struggle in your life so that you can focus on what matters.
Hello, I'm Christie, a warm and experienced psychotherapist trained in a variety of modalities including CBT, ACT, DBT and mindfulness. Using the most suitable approach(es), I will work with you to reduce the suffering and struggle in your life so that you can focus on what matters.
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Dr Zheng Zhou
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
Hello, I'm Zheng, a Clinical Psychologist of Chinese heritage, trained in the UK, with extensive experience working in the NHS. If you're exploring therapy, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where we can work together to make sense of what you’re going through. I take a collaborative, holistic approach, influenced by my deep interest in culture, philosophy, and spirituality. I'm mindful of how aspects like ethnicity, gender, sexuality, religion, and cultural background shape someone’s experience of the world. These parts of you are welcome in our work together, and I hold space for them with thoughtfulness and care.
Hello, I'm Zheng, a Clinical Psychologist of Chinese heritage, trained in the UK, with extensive experience working in the NHS. If you're exploring therapy, I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where we can work together to make sense of what you’re going through. I take a collaborative, holistic approach, influenced by my deep interest in culture, philosophy, and spirituality. I'm mindful of how aspects like ethnicity, gender, sexuality, religion, and cultural background shape someone’s experience of the world. These parts of you are welcome in our work together, and I hold space for them with thoughtfulness and care.
020 3376 7842 View 020 3376 7842
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Dr Afrah Abdullahi
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
Are you feeling stuck, stressed, or weighed down by emotional pain? Are you ready to overcome past experiences and break free from unhelpful behaviours? Whatever brings you to therapy, you've just made a powerful move toward self-discovery and growth.
Are you feeling stuck, stressed, or weighed down by emotional pain? Are you ready to overcome past experiences and break free from unhelpful behaviours? Whatever brings you to therapy, you've just made a powerful move toward self-discovery and growth.
020 3873 1577 View 020 3873 1577
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Dr Stef Panescu
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
As a Clinical Psychologist specialising in health psychology, I work with adults to navigate the emotional impact of cancer, chronic illness, and life transitions. I also support people experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, and self-esteem difficulties. My approach combines evidence-based therapies with compassion, ensuring each session is tailored to you as an individual. I offer a calm and confidential space where you can talk openly and without judgement. This is a place to slow down, take stock, and begin to reconnect with yourself and what matters most.
As a Clinical Psychologist specialising in health psychology, I work with adults to navigate the emotional impact of cancer, chronic illness, and life transitions. I also support people experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, and self-esteem difficulties. My approach combines evidence-based therapies with compassion, ensuring each session is tailored to you as an individual. I offer a calm and confidential space where you can talk openly and without judgement. This is a place to slow down, take stock, and begin to reconnect with yourself and what matters most.
020 4538 2995 View 020 4538 2995
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Jelena Petrisceva
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
I’m Jelena, a psychodynamic psychotherapist offering a warm, confidential, and thoughtful setting for reflection and deeper understanding of the self. I offer sessions both in person and online, and practise from consulting rooms on Fleet Street (EC4Y) and Manchester Square (W1U), London. People often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, and life can feel confusing and hard to navigate. Through regular sessions, the aim is to develop insight and understanding that can lead to lasting change. Together, we make sense of emotional experiences and recurring difficulties, so you can feel clearer and more in control of your life.
I’m Jelena, a psychodynamic psychotherapist offering a warm, confidential, and thoughtful setting for reflection and deeper understanding of the self. I offer sessions both in person and online, and practise from consulting rooms on Fleet Street (EC4Y) and Manchester Square (W1U), London. People often come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, and life can feel confusing and hard to navigate. Through regular sessions, the aim is to develop insight and understanding that can lead to lasting change. Together, we make sense of emotional experiences and recurring difficulties, so you can feel clearer and more in control of your life.
020 4634 5663 View 020 4634 5663
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Lisa Home
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
Life at times can be challenging, people can often feel isolated and stuck in their struggles, confused about what to do to change the things in life that are troubling them. Reaching out can be hard, trusting others can feel even more difficult. It's at these times that therapy can make a difference. I am a sex-positive, kink-knowledgeable psychotherapist and am familiar working with a range of relationship models and gender dynamics. I work with people from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds, including individuals from straight, queer, poly and kink communities, sex workers, and people who identify across the gender spectrum.
Life at times can be challenging, people can often feel isolated and stuck in their struggles, confused about what to do to change the things in life that are troubling them. Reaching out can be hard, trusting others can feel even more difficult. It's at these times that therapy can make a difference. I am a sex-positive, kink-knowledgeable psychotherapist and am familiar working with a range of relationship models and gender dynamics. I work with people from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds, including individuals from straight, queer, poly and kink communities, sex workers, and people who identify across the gender spectrum.
020 3872 0713 View 020 3872 0713
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Nele Brauner-Cave
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
3 Endorsed
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
Starting therapy can feel daunting, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change. Many people I see are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or stress related to work and relationships. Others come during times of transition, loss, or when something in life feels “stuck.” My approach focuses on exploring the deeper patterns and unconscious processes that shape how you feel, think, and relate to others. Therapy offers a reflective space to understand these patterns and to develop new ways of managing challenges.
Starting therapy can feel daunting, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change. Many people I see are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or stress related to work and relationships. Others come during times of transition, loss, or when something in life feels “stuck.” My approach focuses on exploring the deeper patterns and unconscious processes that shape how you feel, think, and relate to others. Therapy offers a reflective space to understand these patterns and to develop new ways of managing challenges.
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Lisa Home
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
Love is complex. We can all encounter relational or intimacy struggles as we try to find our place in the world romantically or sexually. Becoming comfortable with who we are or with others can be challenging. Modern ideas on love include the freedom to choose the kind of relationship that works best for us. Contemporary relationships defy conventions, and in today’s world, where diversity intersects with all aspects of life, understanding love requires a deep dive into the societal, neurobiological, and the emotional landscapes that shape it.
Love is complex. We can all encounter relational or intimacy struggles as we try to find our place in the world romantically or sexually. Becoming comfortable with who we are or with others can be challenging. Modern ideas on love include the freedom to choose the kind of relationship that works best for us. Contemporary relationships defy conventions, and in today’s world, where diversity intersects with all aspects of life, understanding love requires a deep dive into the societal, neurobiological, and the emotional landscapes that shape it.
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Jacqueline Lane
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
I am a very experienced therapist and Depth Psychologist having worked within the NHS and Private Practice for 30 years. I am a Senior Jungian Analyst, a Training Analyst, an Examiner and Supervisor. I specialise in working with people experiencing relationship difficulties, those suffering from depression, anxiety, low self esteem and intrusive thoughts. An emotional crisis is a call for personal growth, for insight and to a new path through life. The belief that symptoms have meaning leads to a more positive approach and outcome, so that suffering is not in vain but the prelude to a more meaningful life.
I am a very experienced therapist and Depth Psychologist having worked within the NHS and Private Practice for 30 years. I am a Senior Jungian Analyst, a Training Analyst, an Examiner and Supervisor. I specialise in working with people experiencing relationship difficulties, those suffering from depression, anxiety, low self esteem and intrusive thoughts. An emotional crisis is a call for personal growth, for insight and to a new path through life. The belief that symptoms have meaning leads to a more positive approach and outcome, so that suffering is not in vain but the prelude to a more meaningful life.
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Diane Griffiths
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
You might be experiencing difficulty in relationships in general or in one relationship in particular, or finding work a challenge, or maybe you are unhappy about the quality or direction of your life. Perhaps you are feeling flat or low, stressed or anxious, or even quite desperate. Exploring and expressing your thoughts and feelings with a professional can help make sense of these difficult experiences, and allow space for solutions and opportunities to arise. I aim to offer you the best support I can for this process, with a respectful, sensitive, honest and empathic approach.
You might be experiencing difficulty in relationships in general or in one relationship in particular, or finding work a challenge, or maybe you are unhappy about the quality or direction of your life. Perhaps you are feeling flat or low, stressed or anxious, or even quite desperate. Exploring and expressing your thoughts and feelings with a professional can help make sense of these difficult experiences, and allow space for solutions and opportunities to arise. I aim to offer you the best support I can for this process, with a respectful, sensitive, honest and empathic approach.
020 3667 0982 View 020 3667 0982
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Alison Griffith-Palmieri
Psychotherapist, MA, BACP
Fleet Street, London EC4Y
Navigating life in a chaotic world can feel overwhelming and isolating, whether you're dealing with family dynamics, relationship troubles, or work stress. It might seem like there's no one to turn to, but I'm here to help you understand and manage your emotions, making life's complexities more manageable. Together, we can work towards improved communication, stronger relationships, and greater emotional well-being.
Navigating life in a chaotic world can feel overwhelming and isolating, whether you're dealing with family dynamics, relationship troubles, or work stress. It might seem like there's no one to turn to, but I'm here to help you understand and manage your emotions, making life's complexities more manageable. Together, we can work towards improved communication, stronger relationships, and greater emotional well-being.
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Besarta Zogaj
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
You are not broken. You may be feeling emotional pain, distress, or psychological strain, but that doesn’t mean you are damaged. These responses often reflect your strength and resilience. What you're experiencing is an emotional build-up, not a breakdown. You might be living with anxiety, depression, grief, low self-worth, or trauma. Over time, you may have built defences to cope and protect yourself. These patterns helped you survive, but they are not your truest self. Healing begins by gently reconnecting with the parts of you that have been hidden, and making space for who you truly are.
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Sophie Harrison
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Perhaps you're reading this out of curiosity, wondering how I can help? I warmly welcome you to explore your issues in a confidential space, where you might not feel able to speak about them elsewhere. Are you feeling lost, stuck, challenged, or unsure about your current situation? Overwhelmed, anxious, or finding it hard to cope? Seeking counselling from a professionally trained therapist is a step towards getting support to discover what feels right for you. Would you like to feel at the centre of your own life again, or perhaps for the first time, feel more capable of directing your life?
Perhaps you're reading this out of curiosity, wondering how I can help? I warmly welcome you to explore your issues in a confidential space, where you might not feel able to speak about them elsewhere. Are you feeling lost, stuck, challenged, or unsure about your current situation? Overwhelmed, anxious, or finding it hard to cope? Seeking counselling from a professionally trained therapist is a step towards getting support to discover what feels right for you. Would you like to feel at the centre of your own life again, or perhaps for the first time, feel more capable of directing your life?
020 3893 2697 View 020 3893 2697
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Emma Housego
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Do contact me to book a free, initial 50-minute consultation to help us to decide whether we would like to work together. I am an experienced and fully qualified counsellor and a registered member of both the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and of the Association of Christians in Counselling. I am also a UKCP psychotherapist in advanced clinical training and have completed a four-year Master's level training in relational TA psychotherapy. I offer gentle, supportive and professional counselling and psychotherapy, and work with clients of all faiths and none.
Do contact me to book a free, initial 50-minute consultation to help us to decide whether we would like to work together. I am an experienced and fully qualified counsellor and a registered member of both the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and of the Association of Christians in Counselling. I am also a UKCP psychotherapist in advanced clinical training and have completed a four-year Master's level training in relational TA psychotherapy. I offer gentle, supportive and professional counselling and psychotherapy, and work with clients of all faiths and none.
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Maddie Galie
Counsellor, ACC Reg
Online Only
You noticed you started to become excessively self-conscious in social settings. You feel everything you say has high stakes, so you’d rather not say anything at all than suffer the possible embarrassment. You can become controlling and snappy in stressful situations and are left wondering how the things you feared the most ended up happening. Your relationships are roller coasters that leave you befuddled, sad, and exhausted. You end up being isolated, absent from connection, and convinced to your core something is wrong. It’s just that you can’t put your finger on it. You wish you were able to take a step back and see clearly.
You noticed you started to become excessively self-conscious in social settings. You feel everything you say has high stakes, so you’d rather not say anything at all than suffer the possible embarrassment. You can become controlling and snappy in stressful situations and are left wondering how the things you feared the most ended up happening. Your relationships are roller coasters that leave you befuddled, sad, and exhausted. You end up being isolated, absent from connection, and convinced to your core something is wrong. It’s just that you can’t put your finger on it. You wish you were able to take a step back and see clearly.
020 4572 0813 View 020 4572 0813
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Dr Angeliki Schiza
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years of experience in the NHS. I work integratively offering evidence-based therapies, particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy and EMDR (EMDR Europe certified). I work collaboratively to help you identify what is keeping you stuck and set goals for changes that are important for you. You have the answers and I believe in being alongside you on the journey of exploring, understanding yourself and providing a space for you to grow and heal, opening up new possibilities for the future.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 12 years of experience in the NHS. I work integratively offering evidence-based therapies, particularly Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy and EMDR (EMDR Europe certified). I work collaboratively to help you identify what is keeping you stuck and set goals for changes that are important for you. You have the answers and I believe in being alongside you on the journey of exploring, understanding yourself and providing a space for you to grow and heal, opening up new possibilities for the future.
020 7046 0649 View 020 7046 0649
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Stephanie Bell
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
My aim is to help you achieve insight into what makes you tick, and for us to work collaboratively to develop strategies that assist you in living a complete, fulfilling life. While you will have some immediate pressing issues that bring you to therapy, we can also explore any longer-term, underlying issues concerning you. It is important to me that you feel comfortable to talk about your problems, experiences and personal thoughts.
My aim is to help you achieve insight into what makes you tick, and for us to work collaboratively to develop strategies that assist you in living a complete, fulfilling life. While you will have some immediate pressing issues that bring you to therapy, we can also explore any longer-term, underlying issues concerning you. It is important to me that you feel comfortable to talk about your problems, experiences and personal thoughts.
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Victoria Abbott
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
Not accepting new clients
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist which means I might chose to pull my approach from several different modalities depending on each clients needs. I specialise in areas of trauma/abuse, identity, relationships with self and others, life transitions, bereavement, pre/post natal and anxiety. Our work will be non-judgemental and grounded in honesty, trust and mutual respect. The space we create for you to explore within will be supportive, safe and compassionate. There will be challenges; often this work is about processing deep rooted beliefs and thought-processes/patterns that require committed ongoing reflection and action.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapist which means I might chose to pull my approach from several different modalities depending on each clients needs. I specialise in areas of trauma/abuse, identity, relationships with self and others, life transitions, bereavement, pre/post natal and anxiety. Our work will be non-judgemental and grounded in honesty, trust and mutual respect. The space we create for you to explore within will be supportive, safe and compassionate. There will be challenges; often this work is about processing deep rooted beliefs and thought-processes/patterns that require committed ongoing reflection and action.
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Online Therapists

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Despina Scutari
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
London EC3N
I am a fully qualified and experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist, registered with the UKCP and BACP. I have many years experience of one-to-one therapeutic work and have completed a rigorous five year postgraduate training/qualification course at WPF therapy, one of the most respected centres for psychodynamic psychotherapy in the UK.
I am a fully qualified and experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist, registered with the UKCP and BACP. I have many years experience of one-to-one therapeutic work and have completed a rigorous five year postgraduate training/qualification course at WPF therapy, one of the most respected centres for psychodynamic psychotherapy in the UK.
07471 162267 View 07471 162267
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Jenn Zhang
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
6 Endorsed
London E18
I am experienced in working with a range of issues, including stress and burnout, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, worries about health, pain, and emotional and nervous system dysregulation. I have particular interests in supporting people with: 1) managing physical health conditions and the mind-body connection, 2) navigating life as an East Asian individual and the challenges that can arise though the meeting of multiple cultures and identities, and 3) exploring financial anxiety.
I am experienced in working with a range of issues, including stress and burnout, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, worries about health, pain, and emotional and nervous system dysregulation. I have particular interests in supporting people with: 1) managing physical health conditions and the mind-body connection, 2) navigating life as an East Asian individual and the challenges that can arise though the meeting of multiple cultures and identities, and 3) exploring financial anxiety.
020 4538 8362 View 020 4538 8362
Female Counsellors

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.