Cigna and Evernorth Counselling in Holborn, London

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Nicola Kerr
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Holborn, London WC1V
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, low, or worried about certain aspects of your life. Whatever it is that is currently troubling you, if it has reached the point at which it is affecting the quality of your daily life, then therapy can be the first step to understanding some of these difficulties and challenges. I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy from a relational perspective, with two options.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, low, or worried about certain aspects of your life. Whatever it is that is currently troubling you, if it has reached the point at which it is affecting the quality of your daily life, then therapy can be the first step to understanding some of these difficulties and challenges. I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy from a relational perspective, with two options.
020 3984 7783 View 020 3984 7783
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Sonia Cerqueira
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Holborn, London WC1V
I am a French HCPC registered Psychologist and BPS Chartered Psychologist. I am BACP registered with AXAPPP, WPA, BUPA, AVIVA, Healix and VITALITY. I provide therapy in English and in French in my practices in Holborn. I see adult for short-term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy and use a range of modern approaches depending on your needs (CBT, Humanistic, EMDR, Psychodynamic). I shall provide a safe, non-judgemental space where you can bring any concerns that might be troubling you. From every day life trouble to trauma, all types of concerns are legitimate and will be heard by me during therapy.
I am a French HCPC registered Psychologist and BPS Chartered Psychologist. I am BACP registered with AXAPPP, WPA, BUPA, AVIVA, Healix and VITALITY. I provide therapy in English and in French in my practices in Holborn. I see adult for short-term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy and use a range of modern approaches depending on your needs (CBT, Humanistic, EMDR, Psychodynamic). I shall provide a safe, non-judgemental space where you can bring any concerns that might be troubling you. From every day life trouble to trauma, all types of concerns are legitimate and will be heard by me during therapy.
020 3835 3306 View 020 3835 3306
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Emely Ostberg
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Holborn, London WC2A
Are you living with higher levels of anxiety than those around you would’ve guessed? Pouring over moves you make, wishing you said or did things differently? Are you worrying at nighttime, despite all your best efforts not to? When our internal alarm system gets activated and the button to turn it off seems to have gone missing, it has a way of taking over every area of our life. I'm guessing that if you're reading this you've probably tried many ways to control the way you're feeling. It can be a frustrating experience not to gain control over it, perhaps especially so, if you’re used to succeed in other areas of your life.
Are you living with higher levels of anxiety than those around you would’ve guessed? Pouring over moves you make, wishing you said or did things differently? Are you worrying at nighttime, despite all your best efforts not to? When our internal alarm system gets activated and the button to turn it off seems to have gone missing, it has a way of taking over every area of our life. I'm guessing that if you're reading this you've probably tried many ways to control the way you're feeling. It can be a frustrating experience not to gain control over it, perhaps especially so, if you’re used to succeed in other areas of your life.
020 8138 8843 View 020 8138 8843
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Julia Upton
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
2 Endorsed
Holborn, London WC1V
I offer individuals and couples a warm, supportive, confidential setting to talk about emotional difficulties which may be troubling them in their lives and relationships. Having worked as a psychotherapist for more than fifteen years, I consult to men and women of all ages, with different beliefs, sexual orientations, and occupational status. Low mood and anxiety tell us that something deeper is troubling us. I can offer appointments throughout the week. I can also meet two adult members of the same family who may wish to discuss their personal or working relationship. Just get in touch for a chat about your questions and concerns.
I offer individuals and couples a warm, supportive, confidential setting to talk about emotional difficulties which may be troubling them in their lives and relationships. Having worked as a psychotherapist for more than fifteen years, I consult to men and women of all ages, with different beliefs, sexual orientations, and occupational status. Low mood and anxiety tell us that something deeper is troubling us. I can offer appointments throughout the week. I can also meet two adult members of the same family who may wish to discuss their personal or working relationship. Just get in touch for a chat about your questions and concerns.
01748 901371 View 01748 901371
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Dr Rosie Burton Psychology Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Holborn, London WC2A
I am an experienced Chartered Clinical Psychologist trained in a variety of therapeutic models and approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprogramming (EMDR). My therapeutic style is integrative which means I use a range of therapeutic approaches depending on client needs and preferences, so I tend not to stick rigidly to a one size fits all way of working. This allows me to be flexible and client-centred no matter who I am working with.
I am an experienced Chartered Clinical Psychologist trained in a variety of therapeutic models and approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprogramming (EMDR). My therapeutic style is integrative which means I use a range of therapeutic approaches depending on client needs and preferences, so I tend not to stick rigidly to a one size fits all way of working. This allows me to be flexible and client-centred no matter who I am working with.
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Valia Charalampidou
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
5 Endorsed
Holborn, London WC2A
Experienced, discreet, and attuned to the pressures of high-responsibility roles, I offer a thoughtful space to reflect beyond the public self. My work helps make sense of what drives you—especially when it feels out of reach. I am a British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) accredited psychotherapist, practicing psychodynamic psychotherapy, a psychoanalytically informed, comprehensive, and integrative approach. Rather than simply addressing surface-level symptoms, we will explore the unconscious processes and early experiences that shape and control your life.
Experienced, discreet, and attuned to the pressures of high-responsibility roles, I offer a thoughtful space to reflect beyond the public self. My work helps make sense of what drives you—especially when it feels out of reach. I am a British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) accredited psychotherapist, practicing psychodynamic psychotherapy, a psychoanalytically informed, comprehensive, and integrative approach. Rather than simply addressing surface-level symptoms, we will explore the unconscious processes and early experiences that shape and control your life.
020 4572 5042 View 020 4572 5042
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Carl Taylor
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Holborn, London WC1V
I also offer therapy through insurance and am a recognised provider with BUPA, Aviva, Cigna, Vitality, WPA, and General & Medical.
You may be functioning well on the outside — working, coping, appearing “fine” — but inwardly feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or emotionally disconnected. Therapy offers a space to understand what’s driving those patterns and why they’ve become so hard to shift. I work with people who want more than symptom relief — they want clarity, self-understanding, and real change in how they feel about themselves and others.
I also offer therapy through insurance and am a recognised provider with BUPA, Aviva, Cigna, Vitality, WPA, and General & Medical.
You may be functioning well on the outside — working, coping, appearing “fine” — but inwardly feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or emotionally disconnected. Therapy offers a space to understand what’s driving those patterns and why they’ve become so hard to shift. I work with people who want more than symptom relief — they want clarity, self-understanding, and real change in how they feel about themselves and others.
020 3828 7010 View 020 3828 7010
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Christina Berrios
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
Holborn, London WC1V
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about your future, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, I can offer support. With an understanding that the therapist-client relationship is key for successful therapy, I provide a warm and empathic space where you can feel safe enough to tell your story. I work with my clients to process difficult feelings, to foster a better understanding of themselves and their circumstances. I can help you to reflect on your experiences, so that you can discover what leading an authentic life looks like for you.
Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about your future, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, I can offer support. With an understanding that the therapist-client relationship is key for successful therapy, I provide a warm and empathic space where you can feel safe enough to tell your story. I work with my clients to process difficult feelings, to foster a better understanding of themselves and their circumstances. I can help you to reflect on your experiences, so that you can discover what leading an authentic life looks like for you.
020 3962 1409 View 020 3962 1409
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Lixson J Cyriac
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Holborn, London SE18
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist offering both short- and long-term therapy for adult individuals and couples. As an experienced practitioner, I am here to offer you a safe and confidential space in which we together can explore what is troubling you. Sometimes it is about unpacking the present situation, other times exploring the influence of past experiences and finding new ways to approach life. whatever your issues are, together we can develop our sessions to suit your unique situation.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist offering both short- and long-term therapy for adult individuals and couples. As an experienced practitioner, I am here to offer you a safe and confidential space in which we together can explore what is troubling you. Sometimes it is about unpacking the present situation, other times exploring the influence of past experiences and finding new ways to approach life. whatever your issues are, together we can develop our sessions to suit your unique situation.
01260 541116 View 01260 541116
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Simon Whalley
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Holborn, London WC1V
I work using a variety of therapy models, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and person-centred approaches. We will work together to form a safe space in which we can explore your issues and try to help you find a way out of your current difficulties. I view ourselves as constant works-in-progress and understand that sometimes we become stuck in life and unable to find ways forwards. We will work together to discover which approach or approaches best suit you in order to help you become unstuck from your current situation.
I work using a variety of therapy models, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and person-centred approaches. We will work together to form a safe space in which we can explore your issues and try to help you find a way out of your current difficulties. I view ourselves as constant works-in-progress and understand that sometimes we become stuck in life and unable to find ways forwards. We will work together to discover which approach or approaches best suit you in order to help you become unstuck from your current situation.
020 8059 2729 View 020 8059 2729
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Borbala (Bee) Shehata-Jakab
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Holborn, London EC4A
Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you... (Jean-Paul Sartre) I believe therapy not only offers a space for processing confused, difficult or painful feelings but also aids self-discovery and development. I offer a safe space for my clients where they may explore things they have never talked about before. My priority is to provide a confidential, empathic and accepting atmosphere in which my client is free to question, reflect upon and express their true and unique self. I do this by developing a therapeutic connection with my client so that I accompany them on their journey side by side.
Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you... (Jean-Paul Sartre) I believe therapy not only offers a space for processing confused, difficult or painful feelings but also aids self-discovery and development. I offer a safe space for my clients where they may explore things they have never talked about before. My priority is to provide a confidential, empathic and accepting atmosphere in which my client is free to question, reflect upon and express their true and unique self. I do this by developing a therapeutic connection with my client so that I accompany them on their journey side by side.
020 4538 3122 View 020 4538 3122
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Venetia Leonidaki
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
We could all do with help sometimes. I get it. Our world is imperfect and challenging and there is no way to know what life throws next. You may have experienced a loss or trauma and others around you cannot grasp its magnitude. Or you may have resorted to ways of coping that harm you and cannot break free. Or perhaps you are tired of recurrent disappointments, rejections, criticism that have affected how you feel within yourself and your relationships. Forming a genuine connection with each other in therapy will hopefully make it possible for you to work toward changes or make what you cannot change easier to bear.
We could all do with help sometimes. I get it. Our world is imperfect and challenging and there is no way to know what life throws next. You may have experienced a loss or trauma and others around you cannot grasp its magnitude. Or you may have resorted to ways of coping that harm you and cannot break free. Or perhaps you are tired of recurrent disappointments, rejections, criticism that have affected how you feel within yourself and your relationships. Forming a genuine connection with each other in therapy will hopefully make it possible for you to work toward changes or make what you cannot change easier to bear.
020 3917 4668 View 020 3917 4668
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Natalia Vavassori
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
Therapy can help us to understand ourselves, identifying areas of struggle to find a way to change and live a more fulfilling life. Sometimes there is a traumatic incident in our past that we start remembering or we start experiencing general anxiety, depression or relationship issues. Often we have an idea about what we need to do but are unable to move on and feel stuck. I believe that talking about things is helpful. It is a way of dealing with our difficulties and a step towards a different path.
Therapy can help us to understand ourselves, identifying areas of struggle to find a way to change and live a more fulfilling life. Sometimes there is a traumatic incident in our past that we start remembering or we start experiencing general anxiety, depression or relationship issues. Often we have an idea about what we need to do but are unable to move on and feel stuck. I believe that talking about things is helpful. It is a way of dealing with our difficulties and a step towards a different path.
01748 901224 View 01748 901224
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Michael Bloomfield
Psychiatrist, PhD
Serves Area
Dr Bloomfield can help across a range of mental health problems including: Feeling low, problems sleeping, feeling very worried, feeling nervous around other people, having unwanted thoughts or images, doing things a particular way or over and over again until it “feels right”, panic attacks, being scared and avoiding certain situations, hearing voices, feeling like someone or something is trying to harm you, unwanted memories or bad dreams after a sad or bad event, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, or relationship problems including problems forming and maintaining stable relationships with other people.
Dr Bloomfield can help across a range of mental health problems including: Feeling low, problems sleeping, feeling very worried, feeling nervous around other people, having unwanted thoughts or images, doing things a particular way or over and over again until it “feels right”, panic attacks, being scared and avoiding certain situations, hearing voices, feeling like someone or something is trying to harm you, unwanted memories or bad dreams after a sad or bad event, bereavement and loss, low self esteem, or relationship problems including problems forming and maintaining stable relationships with other people.
020 4538 0554 View 020 4538 0554
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Richard Absalom
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
By gaining insight into how significant relationships and events have shaped your feelings, communication, and actions, you'll develop a deeper understanding of yourself. I don’t offer quick fixes or surface-level solutions, but instead work with clients to gradually understand the deeper patterns and meanings in their emotional lives. Since 2006, I have been committed to helping individuals and couples strengthen their relationships, and improve their mental and sexual health. Therapy puts words to the feelings, that would otherwise remain painful or unresolved.
By gaining insight into how significant relationships and events have shaped your feelings, communication, and actions, you'll develop a deeper understanding of yourself. I don’t offer quick fixes or surface-level solutions, but instead work with clients to gradually understand the deeper patterns and meanings in their emotional lives. Since 2006, I have been committed to helping individuals and couples strengthen their relationships, and improve their mental and sexual health. Therapy puts words to the feelings, that would otherwise remain painful or unresolved.
01872 304527 View 01872 304527
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Michael Higgins
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with people who are stuck and want to get moving again in some area of their lives. They can be stuck for many reasons, but commonly this is anxiety, depression or life events, including the death of someone close, the loss of a job or illness, to name a few. To address these challenges, I offer a space and time to explore what is bothering you, what the best thing to focus on right now is, and how we can work together to get things moving again.
I work with people who are stuck and want to get moving again in some area of their lives. They can be stuck for many reasons, but commonly this is anxiety, depression or life events, including the death of someone close, the loss of a job or illness, to name a few. To address these challenges, I offer a space and time to explore what is bothering you, what the best thing to focus on right now is, and how we can work together to get things moving again.
020 3823 6819 View 020 3823 6819
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Dr Tanya McDonnaugh
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
9 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am registered with a number of private health insurers including WPA, and Cigna
My name is Dr Tanya McDonnaugh and I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist (DClinPsy). Being human can be a wonderful experience, full of joy and connection, but it can also be overwhelming, bewildering, and exhausting. I am experienced at assessing, and treating most psychological, emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties, big and small. You might be struggling with a specific problem like anxiety or low mood, or maybe you just have a sense that you aren't functioning at your best. Perhaps you have noticed difficulties in relationships, with your self-esteem, or in your ability to manage your emotions.
I am registered with a number of private health insurers including WPA, and Cigna
My name is Dr Tanya McDonnaugh and I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist (DClinPsy). Being human can be a wonderful experience, full of joy and connection, but it can also be overwhelming, bewildering, and exhausting. I am experienced at assessing, and treating most psychological, emotional, behavioural and relationship difficulties, big and small. You might be struggling with a specific problem like anxiety or low mood, or maybe you just have a sense that you aren't functioning at your best. Perhaps you have noticed difficulties in relationships, with your self-esteem, or in your ability to manage your emotions.
07498 205173 View 07498 205173
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Michelle Dykstra
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
My approach is psychoanalytic, with an emphasis on the meaningful relationship between the patient and the analyst, who curiously engage with the painful problem, symptom, or difficult behaviour. Both client and therapist work together to make valuable improvements to the client’s emotional world, within a stable, consistent setting.
My approach is psychoanalytic, with an emphasis on the meaningful relationship between the patient and the analyst, who curiously engage with the painful problem, symptom, or difficult behaviour. Both client and therapist work together to make valuable improvements to the client’s emotional world, within a stable, consistent setting.
020 4538 4662 View 020 4538 4662
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Sophia Hilsley
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Serves Area
I am Director of the Eaton Gate Practice in Belgravia. I offer specialised help with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and feelings of loneliness and exclusion. Together we will consider coping strategies and identify unhelpful patterns. I have particular experience in bereavement, loss and relationship difficulties. I can help if you are struggling in a relationship, or are coming to terms with the end of a relationship to consider ways of coping. I can also help if you feel unable to make attachments or find it difficult to form relationships. I have an interest in cross-cultural dynamics and trans-generational trauma.
I am Director of the Eaton Gate Practice in Belgravia. I offer specialised help with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and feelings of loneliness and exclusion. Together we will consider coping strategies and identify unhelpful patterns. I have particular experience in bereavement, loss and relationship difficulties. I can help if you are struggling in a relationship, or are coming to terms with the end of a relationship to consider ways of coping. I can also help if you feel unable to make attachments or find it difficult to form relationships. I have an interest in cross-cultural dynamics and trans-generational trauma.
020 4572 5001 View 020 4572 5001
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Orri
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
We are partnered with Aviva, Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Cigna & WPA.
Orri is an online and in person Specialist Treatment Service for individuals aged 13 and over who are looking for support with eating disorders and co-occurring conditions (such as depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, etc). We offer a programme package which includes a blend of daily group therapy, mealtime support, individual weekly therapy, dietetic support and occupational therapy support. We take a personalised, stepped approach to treatment so that every person’s programme is appropriate to their individual needs and evolves with them over time.
We are partnered with Aviva, Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Cigna & WPA.
Orri is an online and in person Specialist Treatment Service for individuals aged 13 and over who are looking for support with eating disorders and co-occurring conditions (such as depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, etc). We offer a programme package which includes a blend of daily group therapy, mealtime support, individual weekly therapy, dietetic support and occupational therapy support. We take a personalised, stepped approach to treatment so that every person’s programme is appropriate to their individual needs and evolves with them over time.
020 3917 4529 View 020 3917 4529
Cigna and Evernorth Counsellors
Cigna and its healthcare division Evernorth provide behavioral health coverage though managed care plans and Medicare Advantage plans. Outside the U.S., Cigna provides insurance through Cigna Global Health Benefits.

Cigna and Evernorth HMO plans only cover services from in-network providers and require a referral from your primary care physician. EPO plans also utilize in-network providers but generally do not require a PCP referral. PPO plans offer the most flexibility and a larger network of providers, and may include some out of network benefits.

Occasionally Cigna or Evernorth Counsellors in Holborn, London will only accept a limited number of in-network insurance patients in their practice, so it's important to check if your plan is accepted when you book a consultation.

Based in Connecticut, Cigna insures 180 million people in more than 30 countries around the world. Cigna rebraded its health services division as Evernorth in September 2021.

Here’s a link to more information on how insurance works to cover behavioral health benefits.