Codependency Counselling in Shepherd's Bush, London

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Amanda Bradley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
At times, life can feel hard to manage. When this happens, it helps to have a space where we can be listened to, just as we are, so we can make sense of what's happening. You may feel anxious, stuck, trapped or hopeless - maybe something's missing but you can't work out what. Or something has left you reeling, but when you try and talk to friends and family, they say it's normal so you should "just be able to cope with it". Perhaps you feel isolated and alone, unable to engage with loved ones, overwhelmed by routine and responsibility or feeling like you have to look fine and be strong for everyone around you.
At times, life can feel hard to manage. When this happens, it helps to have a space where we can be listened to, just as we are, so we can make sense of what's happening. You may feel anxious, stuck, trapped or hopeless - maybe something's missing but you can't work out what. Or something has left you reeling, but when you try and talk to friends and family, they say it's normal so you should "just be able to cope with it". Perhaps you feel isolated and alone, unable to engage with loved ones, overwhelmed by routine and responsibility or feeling like you have to look fine and be strong for everyone around you.
01748 901767 View 01748 901767
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Katya Orrell
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
I am an Adult Psychotherapist, registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) trained in MBT and a member of the Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists (TSP). I work in private practice in Shepherd's Bush W12 offering both long and short term psychotherapy, face to face and remote work. Sessions last 50 minutes although an initial consultation is usually a bit longer and takes up to 1 hour 20 minutes offering an opportunity to discuss your concerns in a safe and confidential space. I have some concessionary places available.
I am an Adult Psychotherapist, registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) trained in MBT and a member of the Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists (TSP). I work in private practice in Shepherd's Bush W12 offering both long and short term psychotherapy, face to face and remote work. Sessions last 50 minutes although an initial consultation is usually a bit longer and takes up to 1 hour 20 minutes offering an opportunity to discuss your concerns in a safe and confidential space. I have some concessionary places available.
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Joakim Parknas
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W3
My name is Joakim Parknas and I'm a qualified Psychotherapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy of which I adhere to its code of ethics for good practice. I work from an integrative therapeutic approach, which means that I'm trained in several different therapeutic disciplines. This allows me to draw from a vast knowledge base in order to accommodate my clients needs. My aim with the therapy is to allow my clients to explore themselves in a professional setting. I believe that everyone is equipped with enough resources to lead a fulfilling life.
My name is Joakim Parknas and I'm a qualified Psychotherapist and a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy of which I adhere to its code of ethics for good practice. I work from an integrative therapeutic approach, which means that I'm trained in several different therapeutic disciplines. This allows me to draw from a vast knowledge base in order to accommodate my clients needs. My aim with the therapy is to allow my clients to explore themselves in a professional setting. I believe that everyone is equipped with enough resources to lead a fulfilling life.
01748 902441 View 01748 902441
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Isabelle Houart
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
I offer a safe space and aim to help you make sense of your difficult experiences, work with your thoughts and feelings and support you in getting a better understanding of who you are so that you can make positive changes in your life. Speaking to people you know like family or friends can be useful for many problems. Sometimes though you might want help and support from a professional with whatever difficult thoughts and feelings you are experiencing at the time. My approach is one of empathic listening and acceptance of the person for who they are without any form of judgement.
I offer a safe space and aim to help you make sense of your difficult experiences, work with your thoughts and feelings and support you in getting a better understanding of who you are so that you can make positive changes in your life. Speaking to people you know like family or friends can be useful for many problems. Sometimes though you might want help and support from a professional with whatever difficult thoughts and feelings you are experiencing at the time. My approach is one of empathic listening and acceptance of the person for who they are without any form of judgement.
020 3870 4581 View 020 3870 4581
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Egle S Therapy
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
Life can throw challenges our way leaving us feeling stuck, afflicted, confused, lonely and in pain. Finding our way through strenuous times can feel overwhelming and sometimes even undoable. Therapy can help you replenish your inner resources, heal your emotional hurts, and support your resilience to work through challenging times. Therapy can provide a space to explore your inner tensions in a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment, enabling you to heal, deepen your self-awareness and discover new insights. Therapy can help you to make positive changes for a wholesome and fulfilling life - full of love, joy, and inspiration.
Life can throw challenges our way leaving us feeling stuck, afflicted, confused, lonely and in pain. Finding our way through strenuous times can feel overwhelming and sometimes even undoable. Therapy can help you replenish your inner resources, heal your emotional hurts, and support your resilience to work through challenging times. Therapy can provide a space to explore your inner tensions in a warm, caring and non-judgmental environment, enabling you to heal, deepen your self-awareness and discover new insights. Therapy can help you to make positive changes for a wholesome and fulfilling life - full of love, joy, and inspiration.
020 3910 6841 View 020 3910 6841
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Anna P Johnson
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
Firstly I want you to know that I love my job! I consider it a privilege to work with people, who are open minded enough to recognise that together, we can find tools to help improve their lives and get to the root of troubling issues, I have 15 years experience in a listening and counselling role.
Firstly I want you to know that I love my job! I consider it a privilege to work with people, who are open minded enough to recognise that together, we can find tools to help improve their lives and get to the root of troubling issues, I have 15 years experience in a listening and counselling role.
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Lucy Castro
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shepherd's Bush, London W12  (Online Only)
Let’s face it, shit happens. Life can change in the blink of an eye, or our choices lead us down a merry path of disappointment. Are you at a standstill, or chasing round in circles? Is it difficult to see a way through on your own? It can help to share and offload some of those burdens with someone who has your back. Therapy is an experiential process and it really helps to have someone whose job is to listen alongside.
Let’s face it, shit happens. Life can change in the blink of an eye, or our choices lead us down a merry path of disappointment. Are you at a standstill, or chasing round in circles? Is it difficult to see a way through on your own? It can help to share and offload some of those burdens with someone who has your back. Therapy is an experiential process and it really helps to have someone whose job is to listen alongside.
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Christine Fontaine Psychotherapist
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
Welcome. I am a Relational Psychotherapist. Having worked as Clinical lead for a branch of the Charity MIND delivering specialised trauma intervention and training, I have also run an independent private practice of psychotherapy and consultation for more than 10 years in West London. I work with clients on a broad range of issues offering a confidential, empathic space to reflect upon and gain insight into what is affecting them and why. These issues may be the result of day-to-day stresses, specific key events in life and many can stem from childhood.
Welcome. I am a Relational Psychotherapist. Having worked as Clinical lead for a branch of the Charity MIND delivering specialised trauma intervention and training, I have also run an independent private practice of psychotherapy and consultation for more than 10 years in West London. I work with clients on a broad range of issues offering a confidential, empathic space to reflect upon and gain insight into what is affecting them and why. These issues may be the result of day-to-day stresses, specific key events in life and many can stem from childhood.
07400 290626 View 07400 290626
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London Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
Our modern world has become a very tough place for many people. With the Covid-19 pandemic, uncertainty and fear around the Ukraine war, the cost of living crisis and numerous other personal struggles have left many people battling with their mental health and well being. But how has it affected you? Here at West London Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Services, we have a highly experienced team of therapists who are here to help you through whatever you're struggling with. Your wellbeing and happiness will always be our number one priority.
Our modern world has become a very tough place for many people. With the Covid-19 pandemic, uncertainty and fear around the Ukraine war, the cost of living crisis and numerous other personal struggles have left many people battling with their mental health and well being. But how has it affected you? Here at West London Counselling, Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Services, we have a highly experienced team of therapists who are here to help you through whatever you're struggling with. Your wellbeing and happiness will always be our number one priority.
01895 547540 View 01895 547540
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Sue Wilson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
I hold huge love and commitment in working alongside people to empower them in looking at events in their lives which may have been overwhelming or distressing and can happen to anyone at any time. Sometimes life can leave us feeling stuck, not knowing where to turn. Distressing events can fill us with fear in taking the next step. Feeling confused and overwhelmed can unexpectedly stop us in our tracks. Whatever your challenge, my approach is to offer an honest, trusting relationship within which to accompany you through your difficulties to regain your confidence in finding your way to a better place in life.
I hold huge love and commitment in working alongside people to empower them in looking at events in their lives which may have been overwhelming or distressing and can happen to anyone at any time. Sometimes life can leave us feeling stuck, not knowing where to turn. Distressing events can fill us with fear in taking the next step. Feeling confused and overwhelmed can unexpectedly stop us in our tracks. Whatever your challenge, my approach is to offer an honest, trusting relationship within which to accompany you through your difficulties to regain your confidence in finding your way to a better place in life.
020 3871 3241 View 020 3871 3241
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Nadir Mohamed
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
I have over ten years experience of working with children, adults and families, aiming to help people explore challenging situations or relationships, toward understanding how particular difficulties have risen and help you work through this time. I specialise in complex mental health and support individuals and families who have been affected. I have seven years experience working with children and teenagers who have Learning Disabilities and issues relating to school. I also see clients for various other struggles and work collaboratively to explore what is behind their anxiety, depression and to build self-esteem.
I have over ten years experience of working with children, adults and families, aiming to help people explore challenging situations or relationships, toward understanding how particular difficulties have risen and help you work through this time. I specialise in complex mental health and support individuals and families who have been affected. I have seven years experience working with children and teenagers who have Learning Disabilities and issues relating to school. I also see clients for various other struggles and work collaboratively to explore what is behind their anxiety, depression and to build self-esteem.
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Sophie Cottrell
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
Life can get really difficult sometimes – we may know why we’re finding things hard, but we may not and that's OK too. Through therapy we can explore what’s happening for you and find the way through together. We can look at what’s on your mind and what it’s like being you as well as the role your past might have played. We can go at your pace and you’ll decide what you want from coming to see me. I work sensitively and respectfully with all ethnicities, cultures and sexualities. I offer both long term support to clients wishing to explore their feelings in depth and short-term work if you’re wanting to address a specific problem.
Life can get really difficult sometimes – we may know why we’re finding things hard, but we may not and that's OK too. Through therapy we can explore what’s happening for you and find the way through together. We can look at what’s on your mind and what it’s like being you as well as the role your past might have played. We can go at your pace and you’ll decide what you want from coming to see me. I work sensitively and respectfully with all ethnicities, cultures and sexualities. I offer both long term support to clients wishing to explore their feelings in depth and short-term work if you’re wanting to address a specific problem.
01748 900379 View 01748 900379
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Ian Richards
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
I am a fully qualified Psychotherapist and hold the ATSAC professional Certificate for Treating Sexual Addiction. I work with individuals who are struggling with compulsive sexual behaviours including paraphiliac urges. These can range from, viewing online Pornography, having multiple sexual encounters or sexual urges towards children.  I also work with the partners of addicted individuals suffering from these behaviours. I have vast clinical experience of working with men who have committed sexual online or contact offence's. I offer therapy sessions in Stratford-upon-Avon and Nationally via Zoom.
I am a fully qualified Psychotherapist and hold the ATSAC professional Certificate for Treating Sexual Addiction. I work with individuals who are struggling with compulsive sexual behaviours including paraphiliac urges. These can range from, viewing online Pornography, having multiple sexual encounters or sexual urges towards children.  I also work with the partners of addicted individuals suffering from these behaviours. I have vast clinical experience of working with men who have committed sexual online or contact offence's. I offer therapy sessions in Stratford-upon-Avon and Nationally via Zoom.
01789 331276 View 01789 331276
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Agnieszka Marszewska
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
Reaching out for help is a courageous act and can mean that you feel anxious, lost, burnout, ‘not enough’… Therapy could help to reframe the way you think, feel, or behave. I see therapeutic change as the process of exploring, understanding, and most importantly accepting different aspects of the self. This way life can be lived more authentically, meaningfully, and creatively. I provide an empathetic, non-discriminatory, and attentive environment for you to share whatever it is that's on your mind. I believe in healing power of being truly seen, heard, and understood and as a therapist I intend to facilitate it.
Reaching out for help is a courageous act and can mean that you feel anxious, lost, burnout, ‘not enough’… Therapy could help to reframe the way you think, feel, or behave. I see therapeutic change as the process of exploring, understanding, and most importantly accepting different aspects of the self. This way life can be lived more authentically, meaningfully, and creatively. I provide an empathetic, non-discriminatory, and attentive environment for you to share whatever it is that's on your mind. I believe in healing power of being truly seen, heard, and understood and as a therapist I intend to facilitate it.
020 7183 9873 View 020 7183 9873
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Juliette Andre
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12  (Online Only)
Problems with a particular relationship is often what brings individuals and couples to relationship counselling and psychotherapy. As an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist I offer a non judgmental space where we can think together about the interaction and the conflicts of this relationship, seek to understand the recurrent patterns of difficulties you are facing and resolve the underlying issues. Counselling and psychotherapy may involve exploring the past to the extent that it influences the present.
Problems with a particular relationship is often what brings individuals and couples to relationship counselling and psychotherapy. As an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist I offer a non judgmental space where we can think together about the interaction and the conflicts of this relationship, seek to understand the recurrent patterns of difficulties you are facing and resolve the underlying issues. Counselling and psychotherapy may involve exploring the past to the extent that it influences the present.
020 3856 3916 View 020 3856 3916
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Lydia Nightingale
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
Hello, I am a Person-Centred counsellor specialising in relationships, bereavement, abuse and work-related issues. I also work with anxiety, stress and depression. Person-Centred counselling means that I believe that you are in control and hold the keys to unlocking what is troubling you. I consider my role to be similar to that of a guide, who supports you in your unique situation to help you move forward. I have ten years’ experience of supporting diverse people, with a wide range of life challenges.
Hello, I am a Person-Centred counsellor specialising in relationships, bereavement, abuse and work-related issues. I also work with anxiety, stress and depression. Person-Centred counselling means that I believe that you are in control and hold the keys to unlocking what is troubling you. I consider my role to be similar to that of a guide, who supports you in your unique situation to help you move forward. I have ten years’ experience of supporting diverse people, with a wide range of life challenges.
01895 320801 View 01895 320801
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Heather Finlay
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
I offer therapy in a safe environment, providing confidential, non-judgemental support to help you explore the difficulties that have led you to seek help. I strive to build a supportive and trusting relationship through listening and talking, to work through issues that may be upsetting you, such as relationship problems, loss, anxiety, depression, shame, trauma, addictions or low self-esteem. We will explore these problems together and find ways to manage feelings that may overwhelm you, challenge self defeating behaviour, identify goals and increase motivation to change, through sessions tailor made to meet your needs.
I offer therapy in a safe environment, providing confidential, non-judgemental support to help you explore the difficulties that have led you to seek help. I strive to build a supportive and trusting relationship through listening and talking, to work through issues that may be upsetting you, such as relationship problems, loss, anxiety, depression, shame, trauma, addictions or low self-esteem. We will explore these problems together and find ways to manage feelings that may overwhelm you, challenge self defeating behaviour, identify goals and increase motivation to change, through sessions tailor made to meet your needs.
020 3962 0254 View 020 3962 0254
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Philip Walker
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
I am an accredited psychotherapist and counsellor who works is based in the Kensington, Nottinghill area of central / west London. I meet and talk with people who, maybe like you, want to change how they feel. There may be something specific that you are aware of (depression, anxiety, bereavement), but often the specifics of the difficulty might not be apparent, but the unhappiness is. My work with my clients is about surfacing what's going and helping clients process their feelings to reach a happier, more settled place. I am Certified by the European Association of Psychotherapy and have been DBS checked and cleared.
I am an accredited psychotherapist and counsellor who works is based in the Kensington, Nottinghill area of central / west London. I meet and talk with people who, maybe like you, want to change how they feel. There may be something specific that you are aware of (depression, anxiety, bereavement), but often the specifics of the difficulty might not be apparent, but the unhappiness is. My work with my clients is about surfacing what's going and helping clients process their feelings to reach a happier, more settled place. I am Certified by the European Association of Psychotherapy and have been DBS checked and cleared.
01375 807150 View 01375 807150
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Sensing Self Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
If you have found your way to this page, there is every possibility that you are looking for help in some way. Life challenges us in unexpected ways and sometimes we might need more support to find our way through. You may be feeling a loss of meaning, or experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, addiction or grief. Or you may be ready to continue with your own journey of self-awareness. I strongly believe that there is a wisdom and resilience in each person, but it can often be hidden. The therapeutic relationship is key to recovering our resources.I integrate Psychotherapy and body-centred approaches to healing.
If you have found your way to this page, there is every possibility that you are looking for help in some way. Life challenges us in unexpected ways and sometimes we might need more support to find our way through. You may be feeling a loss of meaning, or experiencing symptoms such as depression, anxiety, addiction or grief. Or you may be ready to continue with your own journey of self-awareness. I strongly believe that there is a wisdom and resilience in each person, but it can often be hidden. The therapeutic relationship is key to recovering our resources.I integrate Psychotherapy and body-centred approaches to healing.
020 3389 9807 View 020 3389 9807
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Guillermo Llorca
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
Shepherd's Bush, London W12
I believe sexual expression, sexual enjoyment, intimacy and meaningful relationships are integral elements of who we are. On many occasions we don’t talk about our problems and worries because of shame. Sex and Relationship Psychotherapy is a safe non-judgmental space where we explore and work together on those issues affecting your sexuality or your relationships.
I believe sexual expression, sexual enjoyment, intimacy and meaningful relationships are integral elements of who we are. On many occasions we don’t talk about our problems and worries because of shame. Sex and Relationship Psychotherapy is a safe non-judgmental space where we explore and work together on those issues affecting your sexuality or your relationships.
020 3856 3973 View 020 3856 3973
Codependency Counsellors

What therapy types help with codependency problems?

Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?

Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?

Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?

One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.