Attachment-based Counselling in North London

Dr Verity Alexis
Psychotherapist, BPC
1 Endorsed
North London, London N18
I support children, young people, parents and carers, families, schools and communities through an integrated approach using psychodynamic psychotherapy and child, community and educational psychology. I love working with individuals, groups and organisations. You may want to focus on exploring and healing past life experiences, understanding present ones and planning for the future. We can weave between the three organically as I work therapeutically, psychologically and life coaching style in response to empowering your voice, bolstering your self esteem and self care, highlighting your strengths and supporting your arising needs.
I support children, young people, parents and carers, families, schools and communities through an integrated approach using psychodynamic psychotherapy and child, community and educational psychology. I love working with individuals, groups and organisations. You may want to focus on exploring and healing past life experiences, understanding present ones and planning for the future. We can weave between the three organically as I work therapeutically, psychologically and life coaching style in response to empowering your voice, bolstering your self esteem and self care, highlighting your strengths and supporting your arising needs.
020 7870 1559 View 020 7870 1559
Anna Piechota
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
North London, London N5
I am an integrative psychotherapist with a background in psychology. I can help you explore the challenges you are facing, whether you are going through a difficult period, feeling anxious or overwhelmed, finding relationships hard to navigate, adjusting to change or loss, or feeling uncertain about yourself and your place in the world. Together, we can develop a deeper understanding of yourself and the experiences that have shaped you, helping you strengthen your sense of self-worth and move towards the life you want for yourself.
I am an integrative psychotherapist with a background in psychology. I can help you explore the challenges you are facing, whether you are going through a difficult period, feeling anxious or overwhelmed, finding relationships hard to navigate, adjusting to change or loss, or feeling uncertain about yourself and your place in the world. Together, we can develop a deeper understanding of yourself and the experiences that have shaped you, helping you strengthen your sense of self-worth and move towards the life you want for yourself.
020 4634 6945 View 020 4634 6945
Alex Orchard
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
North London, London N15
Contemplating that initial communication with a therapist is brave; the fact that you are reading this suggests that you have taken the first steps to making sense of feelings and experiences that are troubling you. Empathy and acceptance heals us. So I work in a warm, empathic, non-judgemental, empowering and boundaried way. You might feel deep-seated feelings of worthlessness, anxiety or shame. You might wonder why you seem to repeat the same old patterns in life. Or maybe you are at a cross-roads and don’t know where to turn. These are universal emotions that many of us feel. Over time, we build up defences and avoidances.
Contemplating that initial communication with a therapist is brave; the fact that you are reading this suggests that you have taken the first steps to making sense of feelings and experiences that are troubling you. Empathy and acceptance heals us. So I work in a warm, empathic, non-judgemental, empowering and boundaried way. You might feel deep-seated feelings of worthlessness, anxiety or shame. You might wonder why you seem to repeat the same old patterns in life. Or maybe you are at a cross-roads and don’t know where to turn. These are universal emotions that many of us feel. Over time, we build up defences and avoidances.
020 4634 3420 View 020 4634 3420
Aida Kerdoudi
Psychotherapist, MBACP
North London, London N5
As an attachment-based psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I understand that taking the first step towards therapy is a significant step.
My approach is grounded in Bowlby’s attachment theory, which emphasises the lasting impact of our earliest relationships during childhood. My work focuses on rebuilding a cohesive sense of self, managing emotional regulation, and exploring emotional traumas. I also use psychoanalysis to explore unconscious processes.
As an attachment-based psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I understand that taking the first step towards therapy is a significant step.
My approach is grounded in Bowlby’s attachment theory, which emphasises the lasting impact of our earliest relationships during childhood. My work focuses on rebuilding a cohesive sense of self, managing emotional regulation, and exploring emotional traumas. I also use psychoanalysis to explore unconscious processes.
020 3835 2844 View 020 3835 2844
Nina Dogmetchi
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
2 Endorsed
North London, London N7
Hello, I’m Nina and a Psychotherapist and Art Psychotherapist. I work with adults aged 18+ offering a warm, compassionate space to explore whats happening for you, at your pace. Sometimes we repeat patterns, feel overwhelmed, struggle in relationships, or simply feel that something doesn’t feel right without knowing why. I can offer you space to slow down and explore your experiences, relationships and patterns of behavior, including how your past may have shaped the way you understand yourself and relate to others. Together, we can make sense of difficult feelings, develop greater self-understanding and explore new possibilities.
Hello, I’m Nina and a Psychotherapist and Art Psychotherapist. I work with adults aged 18+ offering a warm, compassionate space to explore whats happening for you, at your pace. Sometimes we repeat patterns, feel overwhelmed, struggle in relationships, or simply feel that something doesn’t feel right without knowing why. I can offer you space to slow down and explore your experiences, relationships and patterns of behavior, including how your past may have shaped the way you understand yourself and relate to others. Together, we can make sense of difficult feelings, develop greater self-understanding and explore new possibilities.
020 4538 2996 View 020 4538 2996
Tess Sterland
Counsellor, MBACP
North London, London N1
I offer a warm, empathic space for people who’d like to explore how they are feeling about their lives. My sessions often hold a spectrum of reflective moments of depth, creative moments that reveal what our logical minds might not be able to grasp, and moments of humour and play that strengthen our connection and remind us that we’re human. I am committed to actively creating a therapy space where clients might be able to speak about all parts of their lived experience, including the ways that they have been marginalised in our society. It’s important to me that my approach is open-minded, curious and non-defensive.
I offer a warm, empathic space for people who’d like to explore how they are feeling about their lives. My sessions often hold a spectrum of reflective moments of depth, creative moments that reveal what our logical minds might not be able to grasp, and moments of humour and play that strengthen our connection and remind us that we’re human. I am committed to actively creating a therapy space where clients might be able to speak about all parts of their lived experience, including the ways that they have been marginalised in our society. It’s important to me that my approach is open-minded, curious and non-defensive.
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Dr Christina Gregory
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
North London, London N21
Are you struggling with life and work demands? Are you facing difficult life transitions or perhaps have lost pleasure in activities that you once enjoyed? Maybe you cannot identify what is troubling you, but just know that things don't seem quite right. I appreciate that taking the first steps and reaching out to someone can be daunting, so it is important to find a therapist that you feel comfortable working with. Whatever the reason that brings you to therapy, together we can create a treatment plan that suits your needs, so that you can lead a more fulfilling life.
Are you struggling with life and work demands? Are you facing difficult life transitions or perhaps have lost pleasure in activities that you once enjoyed? Maybe you cannot identify what is troubling you, but just know that things don't seem quite right. I appreciate that taking the first steps and reaching out to someone can be daunting, so it is important to find a therapist that you feel comfortable working with. Whatever the reason that brings you to therapy, together we can create a treatment plan that suits your needs, so that you can lead a more fulfilling life.
07480 538089 View 07480 538089
Samantha Pyser
Counsellor, MBACP
North London, London N3
I am a qualified Psychodynamic Integrative Therapist with extensive experience enhanced by my work at Mind, where I provide support for various mental health challenges. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, relationship concerns, and other emotional difficulties that may be affecting your well-being.
I am a qualified Psychodynamic Integrative Therapist with extensive experience enhanced by my work at Mind, where I provide support for various mental health challenges. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, relationship concerns, and other emotional difficulties that may be affecting your well-being.
020 4538 8489 View 020 4538 8489
Dr Manuela Sapochnik
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
North London, London N22
I have over 20 years experience as a child and family Clinical Psychologist. I see children, families, adults and couples. I worked in the NHS for 18 years and moved to private practice 4 years ago. I am trained in CBT, ACT, CFT, EMDR, EFT, Mindfulness and family therapy. I have extensive experience with both mental and physical health issues and their deep interconnection. I am committed to delivering high quality therapy, tailored to each person or families unique needs. The thread through out my work is recognising the lasting impact of traumatic experiences (larger and smaller) on how we feel and function in the here and now.
I have over 20 years experience as a child and family Clinical Psychologist. I see children, families, adults and couples. I worked in the NHS for 18 years and moved to private practice 4 years ago. I am trained in CBT, ACT, CFT, EMDR, EFT, Mindfulness and family therapy. I have extensive experience with both mental and physical health issues and their deep interconnection. I am committed to delivering high quality therapy, tailored to each person or families unique needs. The thread through out my work is recognising the lasting impact of traumatic experiences (larger and smaller) on how we feel and function in the here and now.
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Barnardo Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
North London, London N5
Hi, I’m Richard, an accredited Psychodynamic Counsellor (BACP) and registered Social Worker (SWE). I bring 20 years’ experience across counselling, social care and third-sector services. I work with adults experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, low self-esteem or problems in relationships, helping them understand why they feel and respond as they do and why some difficulties can be so hard to change.
Hi, I’m Richard, an accredited Psychodynamic Counsellor (BACP) and registered Social Worker (SWE). I bring 20 years’ experience across counselling, social care and third-sector services. I work with adults experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, low self-esteem or problems in relationships, helping them understand why they feel and respond as they do and why some difficulties can be so hard to change.
020 3856 8772 View 020 3856 8772
Bankole Jaiyeoba
Psychotherapist, MBACP
7 Endorsed
North London, London N1
I am a first generation Black Londoner born and raised. I understand that finding somebody to talk to in a safe and confidential environment can be difficult and scary, many people do not have this & feel they are alone with their stresses. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist and counsellor and registered member of COSRT as a Psychosexual & Relationship Therapist offering counselling and sex therapy for individuals or couples in the Kensington, Camden & Islington areas or online. I am a fully insured and supervised member of the BACP and as such work within their Ethical Framework.
I am a first generation Black Londoner born and raised. I understand that finding somebody to talk to in a safe and confidential environment can be difficult and scary, many people do not have this & feel they are alone with their stresses. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist and counsellor and registered member of COSRT as a Psychosexual & Relationship Therapist offering counselling and sex therapy for individuals or couples in the Kensington, Camden & Islington areas or online. I am a fully insured and supervised member of the BACP and as such work within their Ethical Framework.
020 4538 5097 View 020 4538 5097
Philip Adam Wood
Psychologist, MA, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
North London, London N10
There are times in everyone's life when things can feel overwhelming. At others, we can find ourselves repeating unhelpful or destructive patterns in our behaviour or relationships. At these difficult, and sometimes very distressing times, therapy can, quite literally, be a life-saver. For others, therapy can be an exciting and challenging space for personal development, growth and exploration. I have worked in the field of mental health for over 20 years. I work in both the NHS and as a consultant in Private Practice. I am also a senior tutor at the Minster Centre a pre-eminent training organisation for Psychotherapists.
There are times in everyone's life when things can feel overwhelming. At others, we can find ourselves repeating unhelpful or destructive patterns in our behaviour or relationships. At these difficult, and sometimes very distressing times, therapy can, quite literally, be a life-saver. For others, therapy can be an exciting and challenging space for personal development, growth and exploration. I have worked in the field of mental health for over 20 years. I work in both the NHS and as a consultant in Private Practice. I am also a senior tutor at the Minster Centre a pre-eminent training organisation for Psychotherapists.
07480 639080 View 07480 639080
Alexandra Lowe
Psychotherapist, COSRT Reg.
North London, London N8
I am a qualified Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist working with individuals, couples, and polycules, with issues around communication, desire/arousal, orgasm, erectile difficulties, vaginal discomfort/pain, trauma, body image, gender and sexuality related issues, menopause, affairs, non monogamous, polyamorous relationships, porn addiction, kink, and bdsm. Maybe you are struggling to communicate and connect with your partner? Do you question why you keep repeating the same patterns?
I am a qualified Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist working with individuals, couples, and polycules, with issues around communication, desire/arousal, orgasm, erectile difficulties, vaginal discomfort/pain, trauma, body image, gender and sexuality related issues, menopause, affairs, non monogamous, polyamorous relationships, porn addiction, kink, and bdsm. Maybe you are struggling to communicate and connect with your partner? Do you question why you keep repeating the same patterns?
020 3879 4641 View 020 3879 4641
Carrie Beth Emery
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am passionate about empowering clients to develop or strengthen their own sense of agency in the world, so that they feel in control. In order to do this, I work collaboratively with clients rather than acting as an expert. I walk alongside my clients in their therapeutic journey, rather than taking the lead and instructing which can at times feel disempowering. Whilst I use my knowledge and expertise to help clients consider new ways of viewing the world and offer guidance on ways they may consider changing their behaviours to better suit their needs, I do not act as an "expert" as I believe each person knows themselves best.
I am passionate about empowering clients to develop or strengthen their own sense of agency in the world, so that they feel in control. In order to do this, I work collaboratively with clients rather than acting as an expert. I walk alongside my clients in their therapeutic journey, rather than taking the lead and instructing which can at times feel disempowering. Whilst I use my knowledge and expertise to help clients consider new ways of viewing the world and offer guidance on ways they may consider changing their behaviours to better suit their needs, I do not act as an "expert" as I believe each person knows themselves best.
020 4538 2574 View 020 4538 2574
Eva Kovacs
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
1 Endorsed
North London, London N2
I'm Eva, and I work with women healing from childhood trauma, domestic violence, betrayal, and Complex PTSD. You're seeking more than surface conversations—you want genuine transformation. Maybe you've tried therapy before but felt like you only scratched the surface. You're tired of just coping with anxiety and overwhelm—you want to understand why you keep repeating patterns. You feel stuck, fragmented, carrying the weight of your past into your present. You're intellectually curious, ready for depth, and willing to invest in truly understanding yourself. You want a therapist who honours complexity and walks the path with you.
I'm Eva, and I work with women healing from childhood trauma, domestic violence, betrayal, and Complex PTSD. You're seeking more than surface conversations—you want genuine transformation. Maybe you've tried therapy before but felt like you only scratched the surface. You're tired of just coping with anxiety and overwhelm—you want to understand why you keep repeating patterns. You feel stuck, fragmented, carrying the weight of your past into your present. You're intellectually curious, ready for depth, and willing to invest in truly understanding yourself. You want a therapist who honours complexity and walks the path with you.
020 4572 1912 View 020 4572 1912
Little Bee Clinic
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
North London, London N2
Offering a fresh approach to psychological therapy from the young and vibrant Little Bee Clinic. We are here to support children, young people and families. Who are you? We are are a group of colleagues who aim to offer a modern approach to psychological therapy. We have all been trained as Clinical Psychologists, which means we have lots of experience working with children, young people and families.
Offering a fresh approach to psychological therapy from the young and vibrant Little Bee Clinic. We are here to support children, young people and families. Who are you? We are are a group of colleagues who aim to offer a modern approach to psychological therapy. We have all been trained as Clinical Psychologists, which means we have lots of experience working with children, young people and families.
020 3974 1825 View 020 3974 1825
Tim Williamson
Counsellor, MBACP
North London, London N2
It was Mr Miyagi in the movie “The Karate Kid” who said, “You know, but you do not understand.” We are often aware of the feelings and thoughts we are having, the behaviours they are causing and the distress that can generate. We can even know the traumas that have happened that we can attribute them to. But we can’t understand or articulate them enough to change them and heal. Perhaps this is the way you feel? Maybe you have been struggling with anxiety, depression or both for some time and everyday life is more challenging than you want it to be? Maybe you’ve experienced a traumatic event that you can’t seem to get over?
It was Mr Miyagi in the movie “The Karate Kid” who said, “You know, but you do not understand.” We are often aware of the feelings and thoughts we are having, the behaviours they are causing and the distress that can generate. We can even know the traumas that have happened that we can attribute them to. But we can’t understand or articulate them enough to change them and heal. Perhaps this is the way you feel? Maybe you have been struggling with anxiety, depression or both for some time and everyday life is more challenging than you want it to be? Maybe you’ve experienced a traumatic event that you can’t seem to get over?
07480 488746 View 07480 488746
Veronica Rivera-Gould
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
North London, London N1
Starting therapy can feel like a heavy step, but you’ve already taken the first one. Maybe you're waking up feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, engaging in unhealthy patterns, or find yourself stuck in the same arguments with your child, or your partner. You may want to manage certain fears, or make proactive steps towards a goal. Perhaps you want to learn helpful approaches to support your parenting; or you may want a deeper connection with your family but are not sure how to bridge the gap.
Starting therapy can feel like a heavy step, but you’ve already taken the first one. Maybe you're waking up feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, engaging in unhealthy patterns, or find yourself stuck in the same arguments with your child, or your partner. You may want to manage certain fears, or make proactive steps towards a goal. Perhaps you want to learn helpful approaches to support your parenting; or you may want a deeper connection with your family but are not sure how to bridge the gap.
020 4538 1647 View 020 4538 1647
Natasha Hinds
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
North London, London N18
As an Integrative therapist, I employ the Psychodynamic and Humanistic modalities to create a dynamic approach that delves into both your past and present experiences. This integration of therapeutic models serves as a powerful catalyst for your personal growth, enabling a profound exploration of your sense of self. Emphasizing a non-judgmental space, I provide you the freedom to authentically unravel your true self, unencumbered by masks, expectations, or defenses. Listening without judgment is paramount in this therapeutic journey, fostering an environment where you can voice your truth. In the words of Rumi, "The cure for pain i
As an Integrative therapist, I employ the Psychodynamic and Humanistic modalities to create a dynamic approach that delves into both your past and present experiences. This integration of therapeutic models serves as a powerful catalyst for your personal growth, enabling a profound exploration of your sense of self. Emphasizing a non-judgmental space, I provide you the freedom to authentically unravel your true self, unencumbered by masks, expectations, or defenses. Listening without judgment is paramount in this therapeutic journey, fostering an environment where you can voice your truth. In the words of Rumi, "The cure for pain i
020 3835 5187 View 020 3835 5187
Dr Stuart Stevenson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
North London, London N19
I am an experienced and grounded psychoanalytic and forensic psychotherapist, group analyst and clinical supervisor with over 20 years experience. I work on zoom and face to face. Beginning psychotherapy is an important undertaking and during the initial consultation I can assist you in deciding if this is for you. In my work I recognise the strengths that have enabled people to reach a point in their lives where they can use psychotherapy indiviudally or in a group. Such strengths are identified during our work together aas a part of the psychotherapeutic process . I aim to respond promptly to new enquiries with 24 hours,
I am an experienced and grounded psychoanalytic and forensic psychotherapist, group analyst and clinical supervisor with over 20 years experience. I work on zoom and face to face. Beginning psychotherapy is an important undertaking and during the initial consultation I can assist you in deciding if this is for you. In my work I recognise the strengths that have enabled people to reach a point in their lives where they can use psychotherapy indiviudally or in a group. Such strengths are identified during our work together aas a part of the psychotherapeutic process . I aim to respond promptly to new enquiries with 24 hours,
020 4538 0752 View 020 4538 0752

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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.