Relationship Issues Counselling in South East London

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Dr Joyline Schwitters
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
6 Endorsed
South East London, London SE1
I work with individuals, couples & run workshops.
My practice is mainly psychodynamic, which means we are able to explore, on a much deeper level, the unconscious source of your difficulties. I use CBT to help you with pragmatic ways of coping with difficult emotions and behaviors. I work with couples who are seeking help & run relationship enrichment workshops on Communication & Conflict Resolution.
I work with individuals, couples & run workshops.
My practice is mainly psychodynamic, which means we are able to explore, on a much deeper level, the unconscious source of your difficulties. I use CBT to help you with pragmatic ways of coping with difficult emotions and behaviors. I work with couples who are seeking help & run relationship enrichment workshops on Communication & Conflict Resolution.
020 3962 1808 View 020 3962 1808
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Dan Skili - Creative Psychotherapy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE1
Some of the issues I help people with are stress, anxiety, depression, identity, relationships, loneliness, burnout and feeling stuck.
I work with professionals from a wide range of backgrounds, including those managing demanding careers, workplace pressures and significant life changes. I work with you as an individual, supporting you towards a more settled and fulfilling life. I see each person as unique and work with people, not problems. Therapy is always client-led.
Some of the issues I help people with are stress, anxiety, depression, identity, relationships, loneliness, burnout and feeling stuck.
I work with professionals from a wide range of backgrounds, including those managing demanding careers, workplace pressures and significant life changes. I work with you as an individual, supporting you towards a more settled and fulfilling life. I see each person as unique and work with people, not problems. Therapy is always client-led.
020 3974 2397 View 020 3974 2397
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Paula John
Psychotherapist, BPC
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE5
This can involve feelings of anxiety or depression, or a difficulty in establishing or maintaining relationships.
I provide psychoanalytic/psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults who are experiencing difficulties in their lives and who are interested in understanding themselves better on a deeper level. I offer a safe and reliable space to explore how past experiences have shaped how you feel about yourself and about others today. Making sense of the often hidden and unconscious meanings behind your feelings, thoughts and behaviours alleviates distress, and provides an opportunity for deep seated changes personally and emotionally.
This can involve feelings of anxiety or depression, or a difficulty in establishing or maintaining relationships.
I provide psychoanalytic/psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults who are experiencing difficulties in their lives and who are interested in understanding themselves better on a deeper level. I offer a safe and reliable space to explore how past experiences have shaped how you feel about yourself and about others today. Making sense of the often hidden and unconscious meanings behind your feelings, thoughts and behaviours alleviates distress, and provides an opportunity for deep seated changes personally and emotionally.
020 4572 5684 View 020 4572 5684
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Olga Konstantinidou
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I can support you through the journey of personal exploration and crisis management, working with you empathetically as a team, building up your strengths and embracing your weaknesses, challenging the unhelpful patterns and improving your relationship with yourself and others.
I am a multilingual (English, and Greek speaking) Consultant Clinical Psychologist, recognised by leading professional organisations: The British Psychological Society (CPsychol), and the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), offering online therapy. I have worked clinically in a number of settings within mental health care industry and with clients from a variety of backgrounds, presenting complex and mild psychological difficulties. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy , DBT, Mindfulness, CFT, CAT as well as Systemic approach.
I can support you through the journey of personal exploration and crisis management, working with you empathetically as a team, building up your strengths and embracing your weaknesses, challenging the unhelpful patterns and improving your relationship with yourself and others.
I am a multilingual (English, and Greek speaking) Consultant Clinical Psychologist, recognised by leading professional organisations: The British Psychological Society (CPsychol), and the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), offering online therapy. I have worked clinically in a number of settings within mental health care industry and with clients from a variety of backgrounds, presenting complex and mild psychological difficulties. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy , DBT, Mindfulness, CFT, CAT as well as Systemic approach.
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Kaimen Sheridan Stone
Verified Verified
South East London, London SE5
I can hopefully help navigate challenges like trust, life transitions, communication, couples tackling common and unique differences, where hopefully new possibilities can emerge.
Perhaps you're seeking closer emotional connection or navigating a difficult transition or maybe just feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward. With focussing on the rapport and the relationship with the client so the person feels heard, safe and hopefully empowered to start to make changes in their lives. I work mostly with couples and individuals.
I can hopefully help navigate challenges like trust, life transitions, communication, couples tackling common and unique differences, where hopefully new possibilities can emerge.
Perhaps you're seeking closer emotional connection or navigating a difficult transition or maybe just feeling stuck and unsure how to move forward. With focussing on the rapport and the relationship with the client so the person feels heard, safe and hopefully empowered to start to make changes in their lives. I work mostly with couples and individuals.
020 4634 5263 View 020 4634 5263
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Elaine da Silva Scola
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
South East London, London SE3
 I have extensive experience supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, grief, work-related stress, and infertility.
Even with supportive friends and family, it can be difficult to navigate certain challenges without adding stress to your relationships. I listen carefully and share observations to shift perception, and you decide what feels helpful to you.
 I have extensive experience supporting individuals facing anxiety, depression, relationship and family challenges, grief, work-related stress, and infertility.
Even with supportive friends and family, it can be difficult to navigate certain challenges without adding stress to your relationships. I listen carefully and share observations to shift perception, and you decide what feels helpful to you.
020 3984 8413 View 020 3984 8413
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Scarlet Ma
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
South East London, London SE15
Healing and growth often come through relationships in which we feel seen and understood.
Therapy offers a place to pause, look more closely, and discover ways of living and relating that allow life to feel more full and free. I will be there to walk beside you and support you along the way.
Healing and growth often come through relationships in which we feel seen and understood.
Therapy offers a place to pause, look more closely, and discover ways of living and relating that allow life to feel more full and free. I will be there to walk beside you and support you along the way.
07599 820099 View 07599 820099
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Dr James Andrewes
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
South East London, London SE15
I bring warmth, enthusiasm, humour and challenge to my practice, informed by research evidence and a deep commitment to the therapeutic relationship.
Having worked in mental health for the past ten years across various NHS settings, I can address a wide range of presenting difficulties including anxiety disorders, phobias, depression and low mood, addiction and compulsive behaviours and relationship difficulties. I can also help with grief, existential difficulties, a general sense of feeling 'stuck'.
I bring warmth, enthusiasm, humour and challenge to my practice, informed by research evidence and a deep commitment to the therapeutic relationship.
Having worked in mental health for the past ten years across various NHS settings, I can address a wide range of presenting difficulties including anxiety disorders, phobias, depression and low mood, addiction and compulsive behaviours and relationship difficulties. I can also help with grief, existential difficulties, a general sense of feeling 'stuck'.
020 4634 0299 View 020 4634 0299
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Elle Heasman
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
South East London, London SE15
Trauma is complex and unique to all, and it can manifest as symptoms such as depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, addictions, and relationship difficulties.
Are you experiencing symptoms of crippling anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, suicide ideation, obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, health anxiety, or panic disorder? You might feel overwhelmed or unsure about these experiences, and recognising them is a step toward understanding yourself. Mindfully, you have developed a pattern of overthinking, and you wish to address it in therapy. Perhaps feelings of hopelessness, sadness, shame, loneliness, low confidence, and low self-worth plague daily thoughts. Is perfectionism, procrastination, avoidance, and low motivation impacting your daily life?
Trauma is complex and unique to all, and it can manifest as symptoms such as depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, addictions, and relationship difficulties.
Are you experiencing symptoms of crippling anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, suicide ideation, obsessive-compulsive disorder, generalised anxiety, social anxiety, health anxiety, or panic disorder? You might feel overwhelmed or unsure about these experiences, and recognising them is a step toward understanding yourself. Mindfully, you have developed a pattern of overthinking, and you wish to address it in therapy. Perhaps feelings of hopelessness, sadness, shame, loneliness, low confidence, and low self-worth plague daily thoughts. Is perfectionism, procrastination, avoidance, and low motivation impacting your daily life?
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Dr Helena Nundy
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
South East London, London SE3
The loss of loved ones, relationship breakdown, difficulties at work, and poor physical health, for example, may have a huge impact on our ability to function.
I am a registered Practitioner Psychologist (HCPC) and a Chartered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). I believe that one of the most important aspects of counselling is the relationship that we develop between us, and I offer a safe and non-judgemental space where we can work together to explore the issues that are important to you.
The loss of loved ones, relationship breakdown, difficulties at work, and poor physical health, for example, may have a huge impact on our ability to function.
I am a registered Practitioner Psychologist (HCPC) and a Chartered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). I believe that one of the most important aspects of counselling is the relationship that we develop between us, and I offer a safe and non-judgemental space where we can work together to explore the issues that are important to you.
020 4538 4212 View 020 4538 4212
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Silvi Neykova
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
2 Endorsed
South East London, London SE1
I am here to help, support, and encourage you on your journey to self-healing and self-discovery, whether you are experiencing depression or anxiety, grieving a loss, wondering if a relationship will work out, or just do not feel like you are living the life you were meant to live.
You should not have to face your problems alone, no matter what they may be. I provide you with a warm, secure environment as well as a kind, unconditionally accepting presence. In a setting like this, you might start processing painful emotions and memories, get perspective on the here and now, and initiate the healing process.
I am here to help, support, and encourage you on your journey to self-healing and self-discovery, whether you are experiencing depression or anxiety, grieving a loss, wondering if a relationship will work out, or just do not feel like you are living the life you were meant to live.
You should not have to face your problems alone, no matter what they may be. I provide you with a warm, secure environment as well as a kind, unconditionally accepting presence. In a setting like this, you might start processing painful emotions and memories, get perspective on the here and now, and initiate the healing process.
020 3973 5104 View 020 3973 5104
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Dr Anthony Theuninck
Psychologist, PsychD, AFBPSsS
South East London, London SE19
I assist individuals and couples to explore new ways of approaching their problems and develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
I offer weekly in-person sessions and online sessions. My approach is to think with you and hold the space for you to explore your concerns. With couples I make use of the " Relational Life Therapy" framework.
I assist individuals and couples to explore new ways of approaching their problems and develop a deeper understanding of themselves.
I offer weekly in-person sessions and online sessions. My approach is to think with you and hold the space for you to explore your concerns. With couples I make use of the " Relational Life Therapy" framework.
020 3835 3180 View 020 3835 3180
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Marina Vishnevskaya
Counsellor, MBACP
South East London, London SE1
You may keep going even when things feel difficult, particularly in your relationships, your self-esteem, or within yourself.
I work in a sensitive, trauma-informed and integrative way, drawing on different approaches depending on what feels helpful for you. At times, I may invite you to notice your physical experience, such as your breath or bodily sensations, as a gentle way of connecting with your emotions and what they may be telling you.
You may keep going even when things feel difficult, particularly in your relationships, your self-esteem, or within yourself.
I work in a sensitive, trauma-informed and integrative way, drawing on different approaches depending on what feels helpful for you. At times, I may invite you to notice your physical experience, such as your breath or bodily sensations, as a gentle way of connecting with your emotions and what they may be telling you.
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Rotimi Gabriel Akinsete
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
South East London, London SE1
My work involves providing therapeutic support to individuals, couples and groups dealing with personal, social, or psychological issues.
You might be feeling stuck or wondering whether you've made the right decision. You might not even know what the right decision is. You might even want to explore who it is that you are, why you do the things that you do, or why you're in the situation that you're in. If that is you, then consider what it is that counselling and psychotherapy might be able to do in helping you to consider all these questions that you might have about yourself and your situation.
My work involves providing therapeutic support to individuals, couples and groups dealing with personal, social, or psychological issues.
You might be feeling stuck or wondering whether you've made the right decision. You might not even know what the right decision is. You might even want to explore who it is that you are, why you do the things that you do, or why you're in the situation that you're in. If that is you, then consider what it is that counselling and psychotherapy might be able to do in helping you to consider all these questions that you might have about yourself and your situation.
020 3319 6478 View 020 3319 6478
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Lee Jones
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
4 Endorsed
South East London, London SE1
Difficulties around sex can be an isolating experience affecting many areas of your life - especially relationships and self-esteem.
I am a Counselling Psychologist specialising in sexual difficulties and relationship issues. I currently offer in-person or online therapy to individuals with issues around sexuality, sexual problems or health. I work with individuals, couples or people in a relationship to navigate the challenges of emotional and sexual intimacy.
Difficulties around sex can be an isolating experience affecting many areas of your life - especially relationships and self-esteem.
I am a Counselling Psychologist specialising in sexual difficulties and relationship issues. I currently offer in-person or online therapy to individuals with issues around sexuality, sexual problems or health. I work with individuals, couples or people in a relationship to navigate the challenges of emotional and sexual intimacy.
020 3929 3714 View 020 3929 3714
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Denise Alves Froede
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE24
Within this space, it becomes possible to uncover hidden structures of desire, deepen self-awareness, work through the residues of past experiences, and cultivate more authentic relationships with oneself and others.
My areas of expertise include gender issues, anxiety, ADHD, bereavement, attachment and relationship challenges, questions around love, anger, hatred, separation anxiety, divorce, depression, postnatal depression, IVF-In vitro fertilisation, traumatic experiences, PTSD(post-traumatic stress disorder), and PTSD following a Near-Death Experience (NDE).
Within this space, it becomes possible to uncover hidden structures of desire, deepen self-awareness, work through the residues of past experiences, and cultivate more authentic relationships with oneself and others.
My areas of expertise include gender issues, anxiety, ADHD, bereavement, attachment and relationship challenges, questions around love, anger, hatred, separation anxiety, divorce, depression, postnatal depression, IVF-In vitro fertilisation, traumatic experiences, PTSD(post-traumatic stress disorder), and PTSD following a Near-Death Experience (NDE).
020 8106 8826 View 020 8106 8826
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Sonia Hoyte
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE6
This may relate to relationships, identity, or a sense that things no longer feel the same.
My focus is on helping you slow things down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. I work in a relational, person-centred way, which means the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of the work. Together, we create a steady, safe space where you can explore things at your own pace, without judgement or pressure.
This may relate to relationships, identity, or a sense that things no longer feel the same.
My focus is on helping you slow things down and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. I work in a relational, person-centred way, which means the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of the work. Together, we create a steady, safe space where you can explore things at your own pace, without judgement or pressure.
020 4538 3409 View 020 4538 3409
Dr Clare Mayland
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
Are you often drawn towards certain types of relationships where your real needs aren't being met?
I am a highly specialised Counselling Psychologist and have experience working in the NHS, private and charity sector. I predominantly use Schema Therapy, although I am trained in various other approaches and will work collaboratively with you to decide which type of therapy would suit you best.
Are you often drawn towards certain types of relationships where your real needs aren't being met?
I am a highly specialised Counselling Psychologist and have experience working in the NHS, private and charity sector. I predominantly use Schema Therapy, although I am trained in various other approaches and will work collaboratively with you to decide which type of therapy would suit you best.
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Teo Dascal
Psychotherapist, MSc, COSRT Reg.
1 Endorsed
South East London, London SE15
I am a sex and relationship therapist based in Peckham, London and Leigh on Sea, Essex.
My approach is embodied and pluralistic. This means we'll look at the whole mind–body system, and we work with sensation, emotion and meaning, rather than just thoughts. It also means there is no one-size-fits-all: I tailor how we work to suit your needs, values and ways of processing, so that therapy genuinely fits you. I am neurodivergent-affirming.
I am a sex and relationship therapist based in Peckham, London and Leigh on Sea, Essex.
My approach is embodied and pluralistic. This means we'll look at the whole mind–body system, and we work with sensation, emotion and meaning, rather than just thoughts. It also means there is no one-size-fits-all: I tailor how we work to suit your needs, values and ways of processing, so that therapy genuinely fits you. I am neurodivergent-affirming.
020 4634 2787 View 020 4634 2787
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Mihai Diaconescu
Psychotherapist, MBACP
South East London, London SE1
I help people who feel anxious, emotionally disconnected, or stuck in unfulfilling patterns in themselves, their relationships, or their sense of direction.
Many difficulties people bring to therapy don’t stem from conscious thought, but from how past experience lives on in the mind and body. Early or overwhelming experiences, along with beliefs shaped by social and cultural conditioning, can form patterns of reactivity and ways of behaving that operate outside awareness. Yet these patterns show up here and now, where they can be met, explored, and responded to differently. In therapy, we work with this living process so new understanding, choice, and more integrated change across safety, belonging, authenticity, value, freedom, and meaning can emerge, not just cognitive insight.
I help people who feel anxious, emotionally disconnected, or stuck in unfulfilling patterns in themselves, their relationships, or their sense of direction.
Many difficulties people bring to therapy don’t stem from conscious thought, but from how past experience lives on in the mind and body. Early or overwhelming experiences, along with beliefs shaped by social and cultural conditioning, can form patterns of reactivity and ways of behaving that operate outside awareness. Yet these patterns show up here and now, where they can be met, explored, and responded to differently. In therapy, we work with this living process so new understanding, choice, and more integrated change across safety, belonging, authenticity, value, freedom, and meaning can emerge, not just cognitive insight.
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Relationship Issues Counsellors
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.

What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.

What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.

How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.