LGBTQ+ Affirming Counselling in South East London

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Roy Lam
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Or you may be navigating your identity as an LGBTQ+ person and simply want a space where you do not have to explain yourself.
I offer integrative therapy combining CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Family Systems Theory, tailored to you as an individual. I specialise in anxiety, depression, relationships, LGBTQ+ identity, career stress, and cultural identity. With 30 years in HR, I understand workplace pressure from the inside. Sessions are online, confidential, and at your pace.
Or you may be navigating your identity as an LGBTQ+ person and simply want a space where you do not have to explain yourself.
I offer integrative therapy combining CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Family Systems Theory, tailored to you as an individual. I specialise in anxiety, depression, relationships, LGBTQ+ identity, career stress, and cultural identity. With 30 years in HR, I understand workplace pressure from the inside. Sessions are online, confidential, and at your pace.
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Dr Shirey Becker
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
South East London, London SE1
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—and looking for a therapist who truly “gets it”? I offer online therapy that is just as effective as face-to-face sessions, without the hassle of commuting or taking time off work.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected—and looking for a therapist who truly “gets it”? I offer online therapy that is just as effective as face-to-face sessions, without the hassle of commuting or taking time off work.
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A. Eren Gunsan
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Online Only
I practice counseling both online and offline for Turkish and English speakers and work with couples and individuals. Beside that, I am trained as a Couple and Family Therapist and accredited with the International Family Therapy Association (IFTA).
I practice counseling both online and offline for Turkish and English speakers and work with couples and individuals. Beside that, I am trained as a Couple and Family Therapist and accredited with the International Family Therapy Association (IFTA).
01737 949796 View 01737 949796
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Dr Kayode Akinsulire
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
South East London, London SE1
Welcome! My Name is Kay and I am a Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC. I base my practice in an integrative approach using Narrative, CBT, psychodynamic and person-centred interventions where appropriate. The healing power of the therapeutic relationship is crucial to my practice. I aim for this relationship to be restorative, in support of safety, learning and creativity. I have accrued experience of therapeutic work in different settings within the NHS and community-based charities. I provide therapy to everyone including clients of Asian and Black African/African-Caribbean heritage.
Welcome! My Name is Kay and I am a Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC. I base my practice in an integrative approach using Narrative, CBT, psychodynamic and person-centred interventions where appropriate. The healing power of the therapeutic relationship is crucial to my practice. I aim for this relationship to be restorative, in support of safety, learning and creativity. I have accrued experience of therapeutic work in different settings within the NHS and community-based charities. I provide therapy to everyone including clients of Asian and Black African/African-Caribbean heritage.
020 4538 8563 View 020 4538 8563
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DMD Counselling Service
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Sometimes life gets tough and we can feel we are not coping, this is when we really need someone to hear us. Things that have happened to us in the past can be holding us back in our everyday life now, leaving us with a feeling of being stuck. Exploring those events and your feelings surrounding them can help you move forwards. Clinical Supervision. I aim to create a safe and comfortable space for supervision where you feel able to reflectively explore your work with clients as well as any personal difficulties that may affect this.
Sometimes life gets tough and we can feel we are not coping, this is when we really need someone to hear us. Things that have happened to us in the past can be holding us back in our everyday life now, leaving us with a feeling of being stuck. Exploring those events and your feelings surrounding them can help you move forwards. Clinical Supervision. I aim to create a safe and comfortable space for supervision where you feel able to reflectively explore your work with clients as well as any personal difficulties that may affect this.
020 3376 6121 View 020 3376 6121
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Pamela Thompson Psychotherapist and Supervisor
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
South East London, London SE1
Do you feel there is more to you beneath anxiety, emotional distress or unconscious survival patterns and life's demands? I offer a steady thoughtful and confidential space where you can safely explore trauma abuse and violence, depressive states, anxiety identity life transitions relationship difficulties and challenges around sex intimacy and sexuality. With over 20 years’ experience I work with people who feel stuck in recurring emotional patterns, disassociation and attachment issues, inability to overcome the impact of early life experiences or struggling with grief and loss.
Do you feel there is more to you beneath anxiety, emotional distress or unconscious survival patterns and life's demands? I offer a steady thoughtful and confidential space where you can safely explore trauma abuse and violence, depressive states, anxiety identity life transitions relationship difficulties and challenges around sex intimacy and sexuality. With over 20 years’ experience I work with people who feel stuck in recurring emotional patterns, disassociation and attachment issues, inability to overcome the impact of early life experiences or struggling with grief and loss.
020 4634 9525 View 020 4634 9525
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Raisa Luther
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
8 Endorsed
South East London, London SE1
Hello, I'm Raisa - the clinical director of Nirvana Circle Therapy, a London-based collective of independent, trauma-informed clinicians. My practice reflects a thoughtful understanding of the intersections between race, culture, and gender, with a particular focus on supporting the psychological wellbeing of individuals and families from historically marginalized communities.
Hello, I'm Raisa - the clinical director of Nirvana Circle Therapy, a London-based collective of independent, trauma-informed clinicians. My practice reflects a thoughtful understanding of the intersections between race, culture, and gender, with a particular focus on supporting the psychological wellbeing of individuals and families from historically marginalized communities.
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Dr Lee Martin
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Snr. Accred
South East London, London SE24
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
Hello and Welcome, Life can indeed be difficult at times. Many are struggling with mental health in ways that are no longer manageable. Our past and present hurts, our unprocessed feelings can rise to the surface. We find ourselves thinking, feeling and acting in ways that do not reflect who we want to be. Some of us have Grief, Trauma or Addiction that we just can’t seem to work through. As a Senior Accredited Psychotherapist with a PHD(Hon), Master Degree and EMDR(Accredited), I've seen thousands come through my door, with various presenting issues and undergo genuine transformation, healing and leave with hope for the future.
020 4538 6246 View 020 4538 6246
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Sophie Heim
Counsellor, UKCP Trainee
2 Endorsed
South East London, London SE10
Welcome, I'm Sophie, an experienced counsellor and UKCP trainee psychotherapist. People come to counselling for many reasons. Maybe you have a goal for something you want to change, and need some support or a framework to get there. Or perhaps you’re experiencing feelings of emptiness and hopelessness, or a sense that something is ‘wrong.’ I offer a safe, accepting and non-judgmental space to bring whatever you choose to therapy. I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, existential fears, lack of confidence and bereavement. I also work with those experiencing pregnancy or fertility-related issues.
Welcome, I'm Sophie, an experienced counsellor and UKCP trainee psychotherapist. People come to counselling for many reasons. Maybe you have a goal for something you want to change, and need some support or a framework to get there. Or perhaps you’re experiencing feelings of emptiness and hopelessness, or a sense that something is ‘wrong.’ I offer a safe, accepting and non-judgmental space to bring whatever you choose to therapy. I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, existential fears, lack of confidence and bereavement. I also work with those experiencing pregnancy or fertility-related issues.
020 4572 8788 View 020 4572 8788
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Josh Brostoff
Psychotherapist, MBBS, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE1
Hi, I'm Josh, a BACP accredited integrative psychotherapist and counsellor. I provide a safe, supportive, engaging space where we can work together to examine the things that are troubling you. I have worked extensively with people dealing with: anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, loss and bereavement, ADHD and neurodiversity, gender and sexuality, and trauma. I’m someone who has been on their own journey of self-discovery, which has been at times painful and at times beautiful.
Hi, I'm Josh, a BACP accredited integrative psychotherapist and counsellor. I provide a safe, supportive, engaging space where we can work together to examine the things that are troubling you. I have worked extensively with people dealing with: anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship challenges, low self-esteem, loss and bereavement, ADHD and neurodiversity, gender and sexuality, and trauma. I’m someone who has been on their own journey of self-discovery, which has been at times painful and at times beautiful.
020 4572 1389 View 020 4572 1389
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Simon Vearnals
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
South East London, London SE15
With over 30 years of experience in the NHS and the Independent Sector, I provide psychological assessment and treatment for individuals, couples, and adolescents facing a range of emotional and mental health challenges. I typically offer an initial one-hour assessment, followed by semi-structured, short and long-term therapy. My work integrates various therapeutic modalities to help clients develop coping strategies, improve emotional well-being, and navigate life’s difficulties with greater resilience. Issues: Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Psychosexual and Relationship conflict
With over 30 years of experience in the NHS and the Independent Sector, I provide psychological assessment and treatment for individuals, couples, and adolescents facing a range of emotional and mental health challenges. I typically offer an initial one-hour assessment, followed by semi-structured, short and long-term therapy. My work integrates various therapeutic modalities to help clients develop coping strategies, improve emotional well-being, and navigate life’s difficulties with greater resilience. Issues: Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Psychosexual and Relationship conflict
020 4572 9842 View 020 4572 9842
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Isabella Redmond Styles
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
South East London, London SE22
I am an experienced Psychodynamic Psychotherapist offering both in person and online sessions. I have a particular interest in and experience with trauma and complex trauma. Sometimes our own feelings don’t make sense to us and we behave in ways we don’t understand. Psychodynamic psychotherapy aims to explore feelings and behaviour that affect our mental wellbeing and our relationships with others, but remain mostly outside of our awareness. Working towards a greater understanding of our feelings, behaviour and relationships can help us develop a better sense of identity and give us the freedom to lead a more fulfilling life.
I am an experienced Psychodynamic Psychotherapist offering both in person and online sessions. I have a particular interest in and experience with trauma and complex trauma. Sometimes our own feelings don’t make sense to us and we behave in ways we don’t understand. Psychodynamic psychotherapy aims to explore feelings and behaviour that affect our mental wellbeing and our relationships with others, but remain mostly outside of our awareness. Working towards a greater understanding of our feelings, behaviour and relationships can help us develop a better sense of identity and give us the freedom to lead a more fulfilling life.
020 3835 5079 View 020 3835 5079
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Ildiko Victoria Szatmari
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
South East London, London SE1
Welcome to a safe place to talk. There are many reasons why people reach out for help. It may be connected with relationship difficulties, feeling lonely, suffering a bereavement, experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, struggling with depression, trauma, anger, low self-esteem, or work issues. Sometimes there is nothing specific to name. I am a qualified, registered and experienced therapist, holding a degree in psychology and I have been professionally trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am a member of the professional bodies UKCP and FPC.
Welcome to a safe place to talk. There are many reasons why people reach out for help. It may be connected with relationship difficulties, feeling lonely, suffering a bereavement, experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, struggling with depression, trauma, anger, low self-esteem, or work issues. Sometimes there is nothing specific to name. I am a qualified, registered and experienced therapist, holding a degree in psychology and I have been professionally trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am a member of the professional bodies UKCP and FPC.
020 3870 2948 View 020 3870 2948
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Deborah Colman
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE1
Hello and welcome to my profile. I'm an experienced, qualified integrative therapeutic counsellor. Effective counselling can be life-changing and I offer warmth, care, sensitivity and support for adults of any age and background in person in SE1 and via Zoom. Our sessions will involve us working together to explore your thoughts, feelings, perceptions, experiences and meanings. Whether you are struggling with big life issues from the past (eg childhood, family), present (eg relationships, loss), long-term difficulties (eg anxiety, depression, self-esteem) or feel lost, low or unsure of how you feel, counselling with me can help.
Hello and welcome to my profile. I'm an experienced, qualified integrative therapeutic counsellor. Effective counselling can be life-changing and I offer warmth, care, sensitivity and support for adults of any age and background in person in SE1 and via Zoom. Our sessions will involve us working together to explore your thoughts, feelings, perceptions, experiences and meanings. Whether you are struggling with big life issues from the past (eg childhood, family), present (eg relationships, loss), long-term difficulties (eg anxiety, depression, self-esteem) or feel lost, low or unsure of how you feel, counselling with me can help.
020 3835 2629 View 020 3835 2629
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Tom Deitch
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE23
Are you facing challenges in your life which seem impossible to overcome? Maybe you are struggling with intrusive thoughts, feelings of low self-esteem, despair, guilt or shame? Has a bereavement or traumatic incident left you feeling that it’s hard to cope? Do you seek to reconnect with, or strengthen, your relationship or your sex life? I work with individuals and couples, exploring ways in which you can begin to think differently about the obstacles you face, examining your thoughts and feelings with a view to increasing self-awareness and ultimately gaining greater control over your life.
Are you facing challenges in your life which seem impossible to overcome? Maybe you are struggling with intrusive thoughts, feelings of low self-esteem, despair, guilt or shame? Has a bereavement or traumatic incident left you feeling that it’s hard to cope? Do you seek to reconnect with, or strengthen, your relationship or your sex life? I work with individuals and couples, exploring ways in which you can begin to think differently about the obstacles you face, examining your thoughts and feelings with a view to increasing self-awareness and ultimately gaining greater control over your life.
020 3962 1219 View 020 3962 1219
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Jackie van Roosmalen
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
South East London, London SE22
As a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist in full-time independent practice I work with children from primary school age and young people up to the age of 25 years. I also work with parents where the focus is on their relationship with their child/ren and I work with parent and child together when needed. I see a broad array of young people and families who are experiencing often serious and challenging relationship and mental health difficulties. I work both short and long term and am able to see people more than once per week when this is indicated. Please visit my website for more detailed information.
As a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist in full-time independent practice I work with children from primary school age and young people up to the age of 25 years. I also work with parents where the focus is on their relationship with their child/ren and I work with parent and child together when needed. I see a broad array of young people and families who are experiencing often serious and challenging relationship and mental health difficulties. I work both short and long term and am able to see people more than once per week when this is indicated. Please visit my website for more detailed information.
020 3962 2195 View 020 3962 2195
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Dr Emma Larsson-Thomas
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
South East London, London SE1
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience. Individuals coming to see me may be considering therapy for a specific concern or difficulty (e.g. anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties) or have a specific question, event or life transition that needs attention. Others may have noticed that they are stuck in unhelpful and painful patterns. Or perhaps wanting to get to know themselves on a deeper level or change the way they interact with themselves.
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years experience. Individuals coming to see me may be considering therapy for a specific concern or difficulty (e.g. anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties) or have a specific question, event or life transition that needs attention. Others may have noticed that they are stuck in unhelpful and painful patterns. Or perhaps wanting to get to know themselves on a deeper level or change the way they interact with themselves.
020 3984 9972 View 020 3984 9972
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Lili Owen Rowlands
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
South East London, London SE17
I offer open-ended psychotherapy for people facing difficulties like anxiety, depression and low mood. Some come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by feelings or because they’re finding it hard to sustain fulfilling relationships. For others, there is no specific problem, but a feeling of wanting life to be different somehow.
I offer open-ended psychotherapy for people facing difficulties like anxiety, depression and low mood. Some come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by feelings or because they’re finding it hard to sustain fulfilling relationships. For others, there is no specific problem, but a feeling of wanting life to be different somehow.
020 4634 9325 View 020 4634 9325
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David Ewins
Counsellor, MBACP
South East London, London SE1
Are you feeling anxious or depressed, overwhelmed or unable to cope? Perhaps you are questioning why you keep repeating the same old patterns? You may feel unable to move forward, or want to find greater purpose. Whatever brought you here today, I imagine you are struggling with something important that is impacting your life. I offer a safe and welcoming space where you can feel heard, respected and valued. Fundamental to our wellbeing and happiness, our sense of purpose may also be touched into, or even be the focus of the work.
Are you feeling anxious or depressed, overwhelmed or unable to cope? Perhaps you are questioning why you keep repeating the same old patterns? You may feel unable to move forward, or want to find greater purpose. Whatever brought you here today, I imagine you are struggling with something important that is impacting your life. I offer a safe and welcoming space where you can feel heard, respected and valued. Fundamental to our wellbeing and happiness, our sense of purpose may also be touched into, or even be the focus of the work.
020 3835 2965 View 020 3835 2965
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Helen Rice
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
South East London, London SE1
They are of many nationalities, faiths, LGBTQ+ & kink communities
Whether your concern is with communication, sex, power dynamics, money, emotional connection, anxiety, depression, dating, an affair or something unresolved and long past, I offer a safe and supportive environment where couples & individuals can openly discuss their issues and find ways to overcome the difficulties. Couples are enabled to consciously take charge of their relationship - to create it as you want it to be. This may be towards a happier and healthier relationship, or indeed to positively manage separation & the practicalities of divorce.
They are of many nationalities, faiths, LGBTQ+ & kink communities
Whether your concern is with communication, sex, power dynamics, money, emotional connection, anxiety, depression, dating, an affair or something unresolved and long past, I offer a safe and supportive environment where couples & individuals can openly discuss their issues and find ways to overcome the difficulties. Couples are enabled to consciously take charge of their relationship - to create it as you want it to be. This may be towards a happier and healthier relationship, or indeed to positively manage separation & the practicalities of divorce.
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