Cancer Counselling in South Bank
My role as a therapist is to work alongside you, offering a supportive, non-judgemental space where we can gently explore what you are experiencing at a pace that feels safe and manageable. Together we can address difficulties such as anxiety, hyper-vigilance, depression, dissociation, intrusive thoughts, addiction, and related challenges. I support you in building internal balance, strengthening emotional regulation, managing stress, and working through trauma, life transitions, and relational difficulties.
My role as a therapist is to work alongside you, offering a supportive, non-judgemental space where we can gently explore what you are experiencing at a pace that feels safe and manageable. Together we can address difficulties such as anxiety, hyper-vigilance, depression, dissociation, intrusive thoughts, addiction, and related challenges. I support you in building internal balance, strengthening emotional regulation, managing stress, and working through trauma, life transitions, and relational difficulties.
Troubling thoughts, feelings, emotions, & repetitive behaviors can be safely explored & understood with the help of an experienced therapist. I work with individuals, couples & run workshops. I help people who are experiencing a broad range of issues such as low mood, anxiety, low self esteem, anger, loneliness, rejection, infidelity, dependency, stuckness, eating disorders, abusive relationships, & seeking meaning in life. I use the psychodynamic model & CBT when necessary. Apart from being a therapist, I am a lecturer at the Institute of Couples Therapy where l teach on the postgrad course. Visit www.citysanctuarytherapy.com
Troubling thoughts, feelings, emotions, & repetitive behaviors can be safely explored & understood with the help of an experienced therapist. I work with individuals, couples & run workshops. I help people who are experiencing a broad range of issues such as low mood, anxiety, low self esteem, anger, loneliness, rejection, infidelity, dependency, stuckness, eating disorders, abusive relationships, & seeking meaning in life. I use the psychodynamic model & CBT when necessary. Apart from being a therapist, I am a lecturer at the Institute of Couples Therapy where l teach on the postgrad course. Visit www.citysanctuarytherapy.com
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? My ideal client is someone who longs for relief, clarity and a calmer inner world. Do you want to understand yourself more deeply and feel more grounded. My psychotherapy practice offers a warm, supportive space to explore your experiences, heal old wounds and build resilience. Together, we will work toward meaningful change and a more fulfilling life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you? My ideal client is someone who longs for relief, clarity and a calmer inner world. Do you want to understand yourself more deeply and feel more grounded. My psychotherapy practice offers a warm, supportive space to explore your experiences, heal old wounds and build resilience. Together, we will work toward meaningful change and a more fulfilling life.
Dr Vahishta Pardiwalla
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
South Bank, London SE1
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I'm Dr. Vahishta Pardiwalla, a seasoned Senior Counselling Psychologist committed to guiding you toward a fulfilling life. With a wealth of experience in both the NHS and private sectors, including complex care, I bring a depth of knowledge to help you navigate life's challenges. I adapt my therapeutic methods to fit your specific needs, ensuring that your journey is as unique as you are. drawing from diverse techniques like CBT, person-centered, and psychodynamic therapy.
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I'm Dr. Vahishta Pardiwalla, a seasoned Senior Counselling Psychologist committed to guiding you toward a fulfilling life. With a wealth of experience in both the NHS and private sectors, including complex care, I bring a depth of knowledge to help you navigate life's challenges. I adapt my therapeutic methods to fit your specific needs, ensuring that your journey is as unique as you are. drawing from diverse techniques like CBT, person-centered, and psychodynamic therapy.
Hi, I’m Kamilla.
Whatever has brought you here, I offer a warm, nurturing and non-judgemental space where all parts of you are welcome.
I believe therapy can be a place not only to cope, but to slow down, heal, and reconnect with yourself - especially the parts of you that may have been carrying too much, or longing to be heard.
I'm a qualified BACP transpersonal psychotherapist with years of experience supporting people through emotional transitions. My approach is rooted in compassion, and I'm here to help you explore your own process in your own time, without judgement.
Hi, I’m Kamilla.
Whatever has brought you here, I offer a warm, nurturing and non-judgemental space where all parts of you are welcome.
I believe therapy can be a place not only to cope, but to slow down, heal, and reconnect with yourself - especially the parts of you that may have been carrying too much, or longing to be heard.
I'm a qualified BACP transpersonal psychotherapist with years of experience supporting people through emotional transitions. My approach is rooted in compassion, and I'm here to help you explore your own process in your own time, without judgement.
During difficult times its useful to explore our thoughts and feelings with an experienced therapist who can listen, understand and help us make sense of whats happening.
I offer a space where we can work together, a place to slow down and stop overthinking,
Especially now, as you are looking for a way to navigate: burnout, anxiety, anger, panic, sadness, trauma relationship, identity, sexuality, body image issues, numbness, adhd..or something not listed.
During difficult times its useful to explore our thoughts and feelings with an experienced therapist who can listen, understand and help us make sense of whats happening.
I offer a space where we can work together, a place to slow down and stop overthinking,
Especially now, as you are looking for a way to navigate: burnout, anxiety, anger, panic, sadness, trauma relationship, identity, sexuality, body image issues, numbness, adhd..or something not listed.
I offer individual and relationship counselling as well as psychosexual counselling. My clients come to see me for many reasons. There is no rule for what you should and should not attend counselling for. Whether you are facing a challenging phase in your life, suffer from anxiety or depression, want to improve your emotional health, change recurring patterns of thought or behaviour, have relationship or sexual issues or perhaps just need to talk to someone in a non-judgemental and confidential environment - counselling can help.
I offer individual and relationship counselling as well as psychosexual counselling. My clients come to see me for many reasons. There is no rule for what you should and should not attend counselling for. Whether you are facing a challenging phase in your life, suffer from anxiety or depression, want to improve your emotional health, change recurring patterns of thought or behaviour, have relationship or sexual issues or perhaps just need to talk to someone in a non-judgemental and confidential environment - counselling can help.
The loss avoidance game becomes a finite cycle, where the pursuit of pleasure "always" wins. I am an HCPC-registered psychologist, CBT psychotherapist, supervisor, and author. My goal is to help you build a strong foundation and develop the skills needed to keep life within reach. Providing CBT interventions, including third-wave approaches: ACT, DBT, and Schema Therapy. Certified in clinical, counselling, health, and occupational psychology. Progress requires change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or applying a range of strategies
that support your development safely. The result: a genuine approach for a better way forward.
The loss avoidance game becomes a finite cycle, where the pursuit of pleasure "always" wins. I am an HCPC-registered psychologist, CBT psychotherapist, supervisor, and author. My goal is to help you build a strong foundation and develop the skills needed to keep life within reach. Providing CBT interventions, including third-wave approaches: ACT, DBT, and Schema Therapy. Certified in clinical, counselling, health, and occupational psychology. Progress requires change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or applying a range of strategies
that support your development safely. The result: a genuine approach for a better way forward.
Are you feeling exhausted by life’s demands? Prehards you’ve always felt alone. Maybe you feel emotionally overwhelmed right now. Life can be difficult, and some experiences are profoundly painful. While everyone's challenges are unique, asking for help is always nerve-wracking; it takes a leap of faith to reach out! Still, therapy can change your life. I’m an experienced and fully qualified therapist registered with the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists. I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy sessions for adults of varying lengths, in either French (mother tongue) or English, according to your needs.
Are you feeling exhausted by life’s demands? Prehards you’ve always felt alone. Maybe you feel emotionally overwhelmed right now. Life can be difficult, and some experiences are profoundly painful. While everyone's challenges are unique, asking for help is always nerve-wracking; it takes a leap of faith to reach out! Still, therapy can change your life. I’m an experienced and fully qualified therapist registered with the British Association of Counsellors & Psychotherapists. I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy sessions for adults of varying lengths, in either French (mother tongue) or English, according to your needs.
Allow me to introduce myself: I am a father, a son, a husband, a good friend, a counsellor and psychotherapist. People experience difficulties in all sorts of areas in their lives. These might be personal relationships, situations at work, problems at home, anxiety, low mood, ADHD, ASD, feeling stuck… You name it – I am sure you have yours! If these difficulties are getting on top of you or making you unhappy, it may be helpful to see a therapist.
We see a therapist not because we are ‘crazy’, or because there is something wrong with us. We simply seek the support of a professional, who is trained in how our brain works.
Allow me to introduce myself: I am a father, a son, a husband, a good friend, a counsellor and psychotherapist. People experience difficulties in all sorts of areas in their lives. These might be personal relationships, situations at work, problems at home, anxiety, low mood, ADHD, ASD, feeling stuck… You name it – I am sure you have yours! If these difficulties are getting on top of you or making you unhappy, it may be helpful to see a therapist.
We see a therapist not because we are ‘crazy’, or because there is something wrong with us. We simply seek the support of a professional, who is trained in how our brain works.
I imagine if you are reading this, you or someone you know needs help understanding or coping with something that is going on right now. If this is the case I am sorry you or they are finding things difficult. I understand that trying to choose a therapist is also a daunting task. I remember how I felt when seeking therapeutic help. I felt anxious and wondered if I could share things with a complete stranger. Probably the most important thing is that you meet someone you can get on with and build trust. The 15 minuite free call I offer will hopefully provide an opportunity for us to get to know each other a little.
I imagine if you are reading this, you or someone you know needs help understanding or coping with something that is going on right now. If this is the case I am sorry you or they are finding things difficult. I understand that trying to choose a therapist is also a daunting task. I remember how I felt when seeking therapeutic help. I felt anxious and wondered if I could share things with a complete stranger. Probably the most important thing is that you meet someone you can get on with and build trust. The 15 minuite free call I offer will hopefully provide an opportunity for us to get to know each other a little.
I originally trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in the 1980's and then worked as an actor for many years: over the last 22+ years my life started to take a different turn and I now enjoy working as a counsellor with individual clients.
As an Integrative Transpersonal Counsellor I draw together different approaches whilst offering therapy with soul - looking beyond the immediate problem, or symptom to work in ways that honour each client's deeper journey.
For me therapy has meant a chance to revisit old stories and beliefs whilst gaining fresh insights and understandings.
I originally trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in the 1980's and then worked as an actor for many years: over the last 22+ years my life started to take a different turn and I now enjoy working as a counsellor with individual clients.
As an Integrative Transpersonal Counsellor I draw together different approaches whilst offering therapy with soul - looking beyond the immediate problem, or symptom to work in ways that honour each client's deeper journey.
For me therapy has meant a chance to revisit old stories and beliefs whilst gaining fresh insights and understandings.
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is GP recommended for relationship challenges. I have effectively treated people of all ages suffering with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, self-harm and relationship problems. I specialise in mentoring young people towards achieving their goals. I work with performing artists, professionals in sport, law, science, finance, healthcare and high-stress media occupations. I am an ACAT accredited, UKCP, BACP psychotherapist registered with the professional standards authority, providing CAT, CBT integrative and longer-term counselling from two lovely clinic venues and online.
Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) is GP recommended for relationship challenges. I have effectively treated people of all ages suffering with anxiety, depression, bereavement, eating disorders, self-harm and relationship problems. I specialise in mentoring young people towards achieving their goals. I work with performing artists, professionals in sport, law, science, finance, healthcare and high-stress media occupations. I am an ACAT accredited, UKCP, BACP psychotherapist registered with the professional standards authority, providing CAT, CBT integrative and longer-term counselling from two lovely clinic venues and online.
You may be feeling stuck, or sense that you are repeating unhelpful patterns, or struggling with aspects of your life and don’t know why. Perhaps you are dealing with loss, or navigating one of life's transitions and feeling overwhelmed.
I will work with whatever you bring. I have experience with anxiety, depression, sexuality, chronic health conditions, addiction, perinatal mental health, relationship issues and work-related difficulties. I have a particular interest in trauma and the impact of our early experiences - how they shape our ways of being in the world and relationships.
You may be feeling stuck, or sense that you are repeating unhelpful patterns, or struggling with aspects of your life and don’t know why. Perhaps you are dealing with loss, or navigating one of life's transitions and feeling overwhelmed.
I will work with whatever you bring. I have experience with anxiety, depression, sexuality, chronic health conditions, addiction, perinatal mental health, relationship issues and work-related difficulties. I have a particular interest in trauma and the impact of our early experiences - how they shape our ways of being in the world and relationships.
Life can be incredibly heavy, and sometimes the ways we’ve learned to cope just aren't enough anymore. Whether you are navigating the suffocating fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the complex layers of identity and trauma, I am here to hold space for you.
Our journey begins by gently identifying the specific hurdles you are facing. Then, we will create a personalised treatment plan—one designed specifically to help you reclaim your life and feel like "you" again. I believe therapy should be more than just talk; it should lead to tangible change. Many of my clients notice a significant lifting of their symptom.
Life can be incredibly heavy, and sometimes the ways we’ve learned to cope just aren't enough anymore. Whether you are navigating the suffocating fog of depression, the constant hum of anxiety, or the complex layers of identity and trauma, I am here to hold space for you.
Our journey begins by gently identifying the specific hurdles you are facing. Then, we will create a personalised treatment plan—one designed specifically to help you reclaim your life and feel like "you" again. I believe therapy should be more than just talk; it should lead to tangible change. Many of my clients notice a significant lifting of their symptom.
I support people to talk about, understand and work through the challenges of life.
I support people who are experiencing anxiety, lowered mood, burnout, stress & adjustment to difficult changes and transitions in life. I create a safe, non judgemental & open space in sessions, with time work at a comfortable pace.
I focus on giving time talk about what feels important to you & impacting your life. I work collaboratively to identify what you want to get out of our sessions, how to best work together, set goals & then regularly review our progress, making changes where necessary.
I support people to talk about, understand and work through the challenges of life.
I support people who are experiencing anxiety, lowered mood, burnout, stress & adjustment to difficult changes and transitions in life. I create a safe, non judgemental & open space in sessions, with time work at a comfortable pace.
I focus on giving time talk about what feels important to you & impacting your life. I work collaboratively to identify what you want to get out of our sessions, how to best work together, set goals & then regularly review our progress, making changes where necessary.
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I strive to meet you where you are in your emotional landscape, and offer you empathy, support, structure and a space for understanding and accepting everything that has and hasn’t happened in your life, especially in your formative years. My aim is to offer a therapeutic relationship that fosters a safe environment for exploring and understanding your internal world and your relational models. I passionately believe that the process of Psychotherapy enables an honest examination of your world. It allows an opportunity of accepting what you encounter within. This can instigate meaningful and transformative changes.
I strive to meet you where you are in your emotional landscape, and offer you empathy, support, structure and a space for understanding and accepting everything that has and hasn’t happened in your life, especially in your formative years. My aim is to offer a therapeutic relationship that fosters a safe environment for exploring and understanding your internal world and your relational models. I passionately believe that the process of Psychotherapy enables an honest examination of your world. It allows an opportunity of accepting what you encounter within. This can instigate meaningful and transformative changes.
Have you found it difficult to find the right words for how you are feeling? Or feel secure enough to express your emotions? As a qualified adult, adolescent & child counsellor my therapeutic approach is empathic and non judgemental; working and supporting clients to recognise and explore in depth the issues which have caused discomfort and gently transform their life. I am aware from personal experience and insight the positive possibilities of transforming the lives of clients.
Have you found it difficult to find the right words for how you are feeling? Or feel secure enough to express your emotions? As a qualified adult, adolescent & child counsellor my therapeutic approach is empathic and non judgemental; working and supporting clients to recognise and explore in depth the issues which have caused discomfort and gently transform their life. I am aware from personal experience and insight the positive possibilities of transforming the lives of clients.
I have worked in the NHS, cancer and bereavement charities, and private practice.
Facing challenges in your day to day life? Struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, depression or panic? Therapy will help you cope with your feelings and offer clarity, helping you make meaning of your life and empowering you to create a richer and more positive future. I believe that therapy is about telling your story and sharing your history with a skilled and experienced therapist who is trained to listen carefully, empathically and with intent so that you can feel heard, listened to and validated.
I have worked in the NHS, cancer and bereavement charities, and private practice.
Facing challenges in your day to day life? Struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, depression or panic? Therapy will help you cope with your feelings and offer clarity, helping you make meaning of your life and empowering you to create a richer and more positive future. I believe that therapy is about telling your story and sharing your history with a skilled and experienced therapist who is trained to listen carefully, empathically and with intent so that you can feel heard, listened to and validated.
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Cancer Counsellors
How does cancer affect mental health?
A cancer diagnosis is a major life event that can significantly influence the mental health of any individual. Being diagnosed with cancer often introduces a sense of uncertainty about the future, which can cause clients to experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, and significant distress. Many cancer patients may also worry about the toll that their diagnosis may have on their family, their physical health, their job, and their financial situation. The compounding of such stressors can also decrease mental health in clients and may lead to additional symptoms that can influence mental health, such as sleeping difficulties or social withdrawal.
What is the best psychological therapy for cancer patients?
The best type of psychological therapy for cancer patients is highly dependent on the needs of the individual. The therapy type that a client benefits from may also depend on what stage of the cancer journey they are in. Recently diagnosed cancer patients, for instance, may benefit from therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which can help clients develop skills to manage the emotional distress that comes with a cancer diagnosis. Alternatively, cancer patients further along in their journey may benefit from therapies like Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or other forms of mindfulness therapy to help manage symptoms or physical pain associated with treatment. Clients may also consider group therapy, which offers cancer patients an opportunity to receive support from other individuals dealing with a cancer diagnosis.
Are there any risks or drawbacks in going to therapy while dealing with cancer?
Although attending therapy while dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be helpful, one major concern for cancer patients can be the financial cost of seeking therapy. Many therapists are out-of-network, meaning they do not accept insurance, and thus clients are expected to pay the entirety of the session fee. Since many cancer patients may be out of work as a result of their diagnosis or cancer treatment regimen, the costs of therapy sessions can be substantial. Luckily, many cancer centers and local clinics may offer free or substantially reduced-cost counselling services to cancer patients and their families. In addition, cancer patients may be eligible for grants or other forms of funding from local agencies and nonprofits to seek therapy for their cancer diagnosis. Such opportunities can be very helpful for cancer patients, as they allow clients to obtain the benefits of therapy without the financial strain.
How long does cancer therapy typically last?
The length of cancer therapy depends on the needs of each client. In some cases, cancer patients may only require therapeutic support during the period following their initial diagnosis—to help manage the uncertainty and shock of a cancer diagnosis. In other cases, clients may choose to receive therapy throughout their treatment, and even following, their cancer journey. Pursuing therapy for a longer period of time can help clients develop a deeper relationship with their therapist and provide opportunity to process the challenges presented by cancer treatment, such as physical pain, and challenges associated with cancer survivorship, such as ongoing identity concerns, physical limitations, or relationship challenges.