Counselling in Maida Vale, London

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Sasha Young
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Life can be hard. We are all having a human experience, which means we all face difficulties and obstacles. You needn’t be alone. As a therapist, I’m here to be alongside you with an open heart, and to create a safe space for you on your journey of self-discovery. My approach is non-judgemental and involves curiosity to explore what is happening for you and how you might live life differently. We can look at your experiences, how you see the world, and how you understand yourself. This may include looking at how early life experiences have impacted on you.
Life can be hard. We are all having a human experience, which means we all face difficulties and obstacles. You needn’t be alone. As a therapist, I’m here to be alongside you with an open heart, and to create a safe space for you on your journey of self-discovery. My approach is non-judgemental and involves curiosity to explore what is happening for you and how you might live life differently. We can look at your experiences, how you see the world, and how you understand yourself. This may include looking at how early life experiences have impacted on you.
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Alessandro Scarsella Bielli
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
If you are feeling lost with a particular issue that you want to learn how to deal with or you find yourself in a crossroad in your life and you want to explore the possible direction to take. I provide a trusting relationship and a non-judgemental safe space where at your own time and space you can freely explore.
If you are feeling lost with a particular issue that you want to learn how to deal with or you find yourself in a crossroad in your life and you want to explore the possible direction to take. I provide a trusting relationship and a non-judgemental safe space where at your own time and space you can freely explore.
020 3835 4921 View 020 3835 4921
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Angie Gutierrez
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Perhaps all in life is well, but there's an underlining feeling that "something is not right" or "I'm just not happy". This might be the point at which we turn within and ask ourselves some questions... In my experience, it can take some time and space to make sense of our thoughts and feelings and to discover what is truly important to us in our life.
Perhaps all in life is well, but there's an underlining feeling that "something is not right" or "I'm just not happy". This might be the point at which we turn within and ask ourselves some questions... In my experience, it can take some time and space to make sense of our thoughts and feelings and to discover what is truly important to us in our life.
01748 901541 View 01748 901541
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Josh Raymond
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Not accepting new clients
I am an integrative transpersonal psychotherapist and full clinical member of UKCP. Transpersonal therapy looks across our entire lifespan. What is it like to be us right now; how did we come to be this way; and what do we hope for, fear or dream of for the future? But 'trans' also means 'beyond': who, in our truest selves, are we, and what do we want, beyond all the things that we are told to be and want. ​ The integrative part means that I have also studied psychodynamic, humanistic and existential psychotherapies, as well as CBT. I welcome clients of any or no faith, gender, sexual orientation or psychiatric diagnosis.
I am an integrative transpersonal psychotherapist and full clinical member of UKCP. Transpersonal therapy looks across our entire lifespan. What is it like to be us right now; how did we come to be this way; and what do we hope for, fear or dream of for the future? But 'trans' also means 'beyond': who, in our truest selves, are we, and what do we want, beyond all the things that we are told to be and want. ​ The integrative part means that I have also studied psychodynamic, humanistic and existential psychotherapies, as well as CBT. I welcome clients of any or no faith, gender, sexual orientation or psychiatric diagnosis.
020 3866 2581 View 020 3866 2581
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Forouz Fay Askarnia
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Online Only
My therapeutic approach is largely transpersonal integrative, which means I am able to integrate other approaches into my work, including humanistic, CBT, solution-focused and expressive/art therapy. How I work is entirely dependent on the needs of the client I am working with. Transpersonal therapy is a holistic healing intervention that evolved from the humanistic work of American psychologist Abraham Maslow in the 1960s. I am a registered member of the UKCP, and I work in accordance with their ethical guidelines. I offer both face-to-face sessions as well as online therapy which is accessible to all regardless of location.
My therapeutic approach is largely transpersonal integrative, which means I am able to integrate other approaches into my work, including humanistic, CBT, solution-focused and expressive/art therapy. How I work is entirely dependent on the needs of the client I am working with. Transpersonal therapy is a holistic healing intervention that evolved from the humanistic work of American psychologist Abraham Maslow in the 1960s. I am a registered member of the UKCP, and I work in accordance with their ethical guidelines. I offer both face-to-face sessions as well as online therapy which is accessible to all regardless of location.
020 4538 7859 View 020 4538 7859
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Sara Godoli
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
In therapy I work with people to look at, understand and transform the disempowering beliefs they hold about life and themselves. People often find themselves stuck, lose meaning in their life, struggle with relationships, misplace a sense of who they are. I also offer a safe environment for people to look at their anger, including parental anger. I believe each one of us has got a collection of fears, anxieties and vulnerabilities collected since birth. No doubt we deploy any possible resource to defend against or ignore them. I find that psychotherapy's goal is showing a path to a lighter, more peaceful and vital way of being.
In therapy I work with people to look at, understand and transform the disempowering beliefs they hold about life and themselves. People often find themselves stuck, lose meaning in their life, struggle with relationships, misplace a sense of who they are. I also offer a safe environment for people to look at their anger, including parental anger. I believe each one of us has got a collection of fears, anxieties and vulnerabilities collected since birth. No doubt we deploy any possible resource to defend against or ignore them. I find that psychotherapy's goal is showing a path to a lighter, more peaceful and vital way of being.
07799 560614 View 07799 560614
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Dr Teresa Schrezenmaier
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Welcome. I am a qualified psychotherapist working with adults and couples in Central London. A personal crisis can feel overwhelming and isolating but can also be a powerful opportunity for change and transformation. Clients who contact me may experience: • Relationship and family problems • Childhood and attachment issues • Low self-esteem, loneliness • Depression and Anxiety • Stress and overwhelm • Grief and loss • Anger • Life crisis, including feeling “stuck” • Meaninglessness • A desire to better understand themselves and their place in the world.
Welcome. I am a qualified psychotherapist working with adults and couples in Central London. A personal crisis can feel overwhelming and isolating but can also be a powerful opportunity for change and transformation. Clients who contact me may experience: • Relationship and family problems • Childhood and attachment issues • Low self-esteem, loneliness • Depression and Anxiety • Stress and overwhelm • Grief and loss • Anger • Life crisis, including feeling “stuck” • Meaninglessness • A desire to better understand themselves and their place in the world.
020 4572 1527 View 020 4572 1527
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Tony Babarik
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W9
We all want to feel heard, understood and validated. Some of us need help making sense of why we repeat harmful or unfulfilling behaviours. Psychotherapy creates a space where a person is heard. It also helps a person develop greater self-awareness and the ability to recognise and name their emotional needs. I work relationally, by which I mean the healing potential of psychotherapy is most likely to result through the trusting, mutually respectful relationship forged between therapist and client.
We all want to feel heard, understood and validated. Some of us need help making sense of why we repeat harmful or unfulfilling behaviours. Psychotherapy creates a space where a person is heard. It also helps a person develop greater self-awareness and the ability to recognise and name their emotional needs. I work relationally, by which I mean the healing potential of psychotherapy is most likely to result through the trusting, mutually respectful relationship forged between therapist and client.
020 3835 4622 View 020 3835 4622
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David Polak
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W9
For the past eighteen years I’ve worked as a psychotherapist in both the public and private sector. This means not only am I experienced in working with colleagues and clients from a wide variety of social and cultural backgrounds, I have also helped clients through a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, trauma, abuse, bereavement, stress and low self-esteem.
For the past eighteen years I’ve worked as a psychotherapist in both the public and private sector. This means not only am I experienced in working with colleagues and clients from a wide variety of social and cultural backgrounds, I have also helped clients through a range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship/family issues, trauma, abuse, bereavement, stress and low self-esteem.
020 3872 2843 View 020 3872 2843
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Fi Warren-Smith
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, and finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is essential. I offer a warm, safe, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Whether you’re navigating challenges or seeking deeper self-understanding, I am here to support you as you explore your inner world. I’m here to walk with you, not tell you where to go.
Taking the first step into therapy can feel daunting, and finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is essential. I offer a warm, safe, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Whether you’re navigating challenges or seeking deeper self-understanding, I am here to support you as you explore your inner world. I’m here to walk with you, not tell you where to go.
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Claire Bosley
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
There is always possibility for change and healing. Whatever you might be experiencing, we can work together to find that change and healing you are seeking.
There is always possibility for change and healing. Whatever you might be experiencing, we can work together to find that change and healing you are seeking.
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Sam Bloxsidge
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
In seeking therapy, you may be looking for a supportive space to explore, understand and work through the issues life can bring up. These might include relationship difficulties, a challenging life transition, a loss or bereavement. You might be experiencing feelings that do not seem to be directly related to a specific issue, such as anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, low self-esteem, trouble with interpersonal boundaries, difficulty in finding a sense of meaning and purpose, or feeling lonely and isolated. Therapy can offer you a space to feel heard, understood, and supported to work through, process and grow.
In seeking therapy, you may be looking for a supportive space to explore, understand and work through the issues life can bring up. These might include relationship difficulties, a challenging life transition, a loss or bereavement. You might be experiencing feelings that do not seem to be directly related to a specific issue, such as anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, low self-esteem, trouble with interpersonal boundaries, difficulty in finding a sense of meaning and purpose, or feeling lonely and isolated. Therapy can offer you a space to feel heard, understood, and supported to work through, process and grow.
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Murad Bukhari
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Waitlist for new clients
I am a transpersonal/integrative and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist that creates a space where you are invited to experience yourself fully, freely, safely, confidentially and without judgement. Together we will explore your dreams, what brings you joy, aspirations, struggles and your deepest fears. You will come to a deeper understanding of how past experiences have shaped your feelings about life today. Psychotherapy helps us welcome in and integrate all aspects of ourselves, with conscious awareness. With work, you will experience an authentic acceptance of your whole Self, and the myriad possibilities that this brings.
I am a transpersonal/integrative and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist that creates a space where you are invited to experience yourself fully, freely, safely, confidentially and without judgement. Together we will explore your dreams, what brings you joy, aspirations, struggles and your deepest fears. You will come to a deeper understanding of how past experiences have shaped your feelings about life today. Psychotherapy helps us welcome in and integrate all aspects of ourselves, with conscious awareness. With work, you will experience an authentic acceptance of your whole Self, and the myriad possibilities that this brings.
020 4538 2987 View 020 4538 2987
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Daniel Sylvester
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
I'm Daniel and thank you for visiting my page here. Whether its counselling or psychotherapy you are here for, all my clients including you will be treated with the upmost respect and have the peace of mind all sessions are in the strictest of confidence. I work with clients that are neuro diverse, from ADHD/ADD to sensory overload. I also work with clients that are at a cross road in their lives and looking to rediscover 'meaning' in their lives. To expand my skills around trauma/PTSD work, In 2023 I became an EFT Practioner that helps clients to reprogram/heal from trauma that may stem from childhood or relationship abuse.
I'm Daniel and thank you for visiting my page here. Whether its counselling or psychotherapy you are here for, all my clients including you will be treated with the upmost respect and have the peace of mind all sessions are in the strictest of confidence. I work with clients that are neuro diverse, from ADHD/ADD to sensory overload. I also work with clients that are at a cross road in their lives and looking to rediscover 'meaning' in their lives. To expand my skills around trauma/PTSD work, In 2023 I became an EFT Practioner that helps clients to reprogram/heal from trauma that may stem from childhood or relationship abuse.
020 3725 9257 View 020 3725 9257
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Dr Mariam Andrawiss
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Not accepting new clients
Welcome. I am an accredited adult, child, adolescent & family psychotherapist. Most people experience difficulties at some point in their life. Challenges can make us feel overwhelmed and unhappy, and there is only so much our family and friends can do to support us. My clients contact me for various reasons, including anxiety and depression, lack of meaning, fear, trauma, neurodiversity, identity crisis, life transition, relationship and family difficulties, loss, ambiguous loss and complex grief. I have in-depth experience working with issues related to race, culture, religion, and other intersecting challenges.
Welcome. I am an accredited adult, child, adolescent & family psychotherapist. Most people experience difficulties at some point in their life. Challenges can make us feel overwhelmed and unhappy, and there is only so much our family and friends can do to support us. My clients contact me for various reasons, including anxiety and depression, lack of meaning, fear, trauma, neurodiversity, identity crisis, life transition, relationship and family difficulties, loss, ambiguous loss and complex grief. I have in-depth experience working with issues related to race, culture, religion, and other intersecting challenges.
020 3535 6948 View 020 3535 6948
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Chris Wilson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Are you finding it hard to connect with other people or a sense of meaning? Maybe you struggle with obsessive compulsions and/or addictions. You may have occasional suicidal thoughts, or spend a lot of time searching for answers and wondering what might be wrong with you. It could be that you're finding it hard to motivate yourself in the usual way, or to feel enthusiastic about your future. Perhaps you've reached your goals and are disappointed to discover that, still, something vital is missing.
Are you finding it hard to connect with other people or a sense of meaning? Maybe you struggle with obsessive compulsions and/or addictions. You may have occasional suicidal thoughts, or spend a lot of time searching for answers and wondering what might be wrong with you. It could be that you're finding it hard to motivate yourself in the usual way, or to feel enthusiastic about your future. Perhaps you've reached your goals and are disappointed to discover that, still, something vital is missing.
020 4538 7831 View 020 4538 7831
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Muneeza Khimji
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you want to live trigger free? With 25 years of experience, I offer a 3 step approach that will help you identify your feelings and teach you to let them go. This somatic and body psychotherapy approach has been hugely successful in healing triggers. Through this approach you can resolve past traumas and live trigger free. If you find yourself reacting to world, contact me and I can show you how to be free of reactions and you will have the freedom to respond to your environment.
Do you want to live trigger free? With 25 years of experience, I offer a 3 step approach that will help you identify your feelings and teach you to let them go. This somatic and body psychotherapy approach has been hugely successful in healing triggers. Through this approach you can resolve past traumas and live trigger free. If you find yourself reacting to world, contact me and I can show you how to be free of reactions and you will have the freedom to respond to your environment.
020 4572 3586 View 020 4572 3586
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Riccarda Savorani
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maida Vale, London W2
I can offer you a sincere and non-judgemental relationship. To explore issues and presenting problems that have brought you to this stage of your life. Whilst supporting and guiding you in ways in which you wish to change.
I can offer you a sincere and non-judgemental relationship. To explore issues and presenting problems that have brought you to this stage of your life. Whilst supporting and guiding you in ways in which you wish to change.
020 4572 2325 View 020 4572 2325
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Ana Lueneburger
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W9
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel challenged by different aspects of life such as healing past trauma, managing difficult relationships, handling stressors, or managing anxiety and building confidence, in yourself and your future? People come to psychotherapy to address specific problems they may be experiencing and often to pursue personal growth and development. Therapy can help us make links between past and present experiences to better understand and address our difficulties in the here and now. My approach incorporates compassion and insight, you can explore and express your emotions freely and begin to envision what is possible in a safe space.
Do you feel challenged by different aspects of life such as healing past trauma, managing difficult relationships, handling stressors, or managing anxiety and building confidence, in yourself and your future? People come to psychotherapy to address specific problems they may be experiencing and often to pursue personal growth and development. Therapy can help us make links between past and present experiences to better understand and address our difficulties in the here and now. My approach incorporates compassion and insight, you can explore and express your emotions freely and begin to envision what is possible in a safe space.
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Katharine Morgenroth
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
You may be feeling lost or searching for meaning in your life or going through a difficult transition and need to talk. I aim to help you find your own answers - from discovering how to live a happier more fulfilling life and realising your potential to learning how to be in relationships without losing yourself. My warm and empathic approach will help you find and trust your true self, so that you may understand yourself better and can make the transformations you want in your life.
You may be feeling lost or searching for meaning in your life or going through a difficult transition and need to talk. I aim to help you find your own answers - from discovering how to live a happier more fulfilling life and realising your potential to learning how to be in relationships without losing yourself. My warm and empathic approach will help you find and trust your true self, so that you may understand yourself better and can make the transformations you want in your life.
020 3540 7314 View 020 3540 7314
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Maida Vale, London

100+

Average cost per session

£80

Counsellors in Maida Vale, London who prioritize treating:

92% Anxiety
90% Depression
86% Self Esteem
83% Relationship Issues
80% Stress
71% Bereavement
71% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

77% Aviva
65% Vitality
62% AXA PPP

How Counsellors in Maida Vale, London see their clients

90% In Person and Online
10% Online Only

Gender breakdown

71% Female
29% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Maida Vale, London?

Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.