Anxiety Counselling in South London, London

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Dee Marsenic
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
South London, London SW18
I’m deeply committed to walking alongside those who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, or emotional pain.
With extensive experience in psychodynamic psychotherapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s emotional challenges. I offer a compassionate, insightful approach, aiming to create a reflective space where clients can explore their inner worlds. I offer therapy sessions in person, online or over the phone - please let me know your preference.
I’m deeply committed to walking alongside those who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, self-doubt, or emotional pain.
With extensive experience in psychodynamic psychotherapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s emotional challenges. I offer a compassionate, insightful approach, aiming to create a reflective space where clients can explore their inner worlds. I offer therapy sessions in person, online or over the phone - please let me know your preference.
020 4538 0872 View 020 4538 0872
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Psyche Wellness
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
South London, London SE23
Some Continuous Professional Development courses: Working with suicidal clients, Working with Race, Sex and Sexuality, Working with Anxiety and Panic, Gender and Sexuality Workshop, Integrative Couple Psychotherapy Course, Working with Trauma, Attachment Styles, Narcissistic Wounds
Heal Your Relationships and Yourself: Discover the Power of Relational Therapy. If you are looking to heal not only your relationships but also your deepest, earliest wounds, you are in a good place. Relational therapy offers a unique opportunity to achieve both. In our sessions, we delve into the heart of your interpersonal dynamics, helping you understand and transform the way you connect with others and yourself. By exploring your past and its impact on your present, we unlock paths to healing and personal growth.
Some Continuous Professional Development courses: Working with suicidal clients, Working with Race, Sex and Sexuality, Working with Anxiety and Panic, Gender and Sexuality Workshop, Integrative Couple Psychotherapy Course, Working with Trauma, Attachment Styles, Narcissistic Wounds
Heal Your Relationships and Yourself: Discover the Power of Relational Therapy. If you are looking to heal not only your relationships but also your deepest, earliest wounds, you are in a good place. Relational therapy offers a unique opportunity to achieve both. In our sessions, we delve into the heart of your interpersonal dynamics, helping you understand and transform the way you connect with others and yourself. By exploring your past and its impact on your present, we unlock paths to healing and personal growth.
020 4538 4418 View 020 4538 4418
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Dr Natalie Lim
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
As a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, I provide compassionate and individualised psychological therapy for a range of difficulties, specialising in trauma and related difficulties, such as PTSD, attachment/relational difficulties, anxiety and low mood.
With a humanistic and systemic approach, I deeply value providing goal-driven, client-led and culturally sensitive care. My experience spans across NHS settings and third-sector organizations, and I have also worked with a diverse range of populations, including those from various cultural backgrounds and individuals with neurodiversity.
As a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, I provide compassionate and individualised psychological therapy for a range of difficulties, specialising in trauma and related difficulties, such as PTSD, attachment/relational difficulties, anxiety and low mood.
With a humanistic and systemic approach, I deeply value providing goal-driven, client-led and culturally sensitive care. My experience spans across NHS settings and third-sector organizations, and I have also worked with a diverse range of populations, including those from various cultural backgrounds and individuals with neurodiversity.
020 4572 5180 View 020 4572 5180
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Maria Constantinou
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
South London, London SW3
I have 20+ years experience of working with anxiety, depression, loss, eating disorders and more.
I have worked in both private and NHS settings. I specialise in: anxiety, depression, loss, eating disorders, issues of identity sexuality, gender, self esteem. I work in a contemporary psychoanalytic way, focusing on you, your past, present, hopes, desires as well as addressing happiness, love, self compassion and self love.
I have 20+ years experience of working with anxiety, depression, loss, eating disorders and more.
I have worked in both private and NHS settings. I specialise in: anxiety, depression, loss, eating disorders, issues of identity sexuality, gender, self esteem. I work in a contemporary psychoanalytic way, focusing on you, your past, present, hopes, desires as well as addressing happiness, love, self compassion and self love.
020 3893 2631 View 020 3893 2631
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Ban Hassanzadeh
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW6
I have broad range of experience including working with relationship issues, attachment, anxiety & depression.
I am a psychotherapist (MBACP) based in Fulham and I have a Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy & Counselling and I offer sessions both in-person and via zoom. I would describe my practice as combining warmth with appropriate challenge. At times, I may do more than sit back and nod; I am not a blank slate or a traditional therapist. I believe in a therapeutic relationship that is genuine and in open and honest conversations.
I have broad range of experience including working with relationship issues, attachment, anxiety & depression.
I am a psychotherapist (MBACP) based in Fulham and I have a Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy & Counselling and I offer sessions both in-person and via zoom. I would describe my practice as combining warmth with appropriate challenge. At times, I may do more than sit back and nod; I am not a blank slate or a traditional therapist. I believe in a therapeutic relationship that is genuine and in open and honest conversations.
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Jacque Mclaren
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
South London, London SE9
causing anxiety and stress which can feel overwhelming.
Counselling can help you work your way through these thoughts and feelings, helping you to make sense of your world, enabling you feel to lighter, more able to carry on. I am an Integrative counsellor, this means I use different forms of counselling that best fits you the client's individual needs. I believe we all have the ability to find our own answers.
causing anxiety and stress which can feel overwhelming.
Counselling can help you work your way through these thoughts and feelings, helping you to make sense of your world, enabling you feel to lighter, more able to carry on. I am an Integrative counsellor, this means I use different forms of counselling that best fits you the client's individual needs. I believe we all have the ability to find our own answers.
020 8106 0813 View 020 8106 0813
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Emily Gardner OCD
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
6 Endorsed
Online Only
Intrusive thoughts, doubts, and urges can take over, leaving you feeling trapped in a relentless cycle of anxiety and compulsive behaviours.
OCD often begins with unwanted, intrusive thoughts that can be distressing. While many can brush these off, those with OCD become trapped, questioning what these thoughts mean. This anxiety triggers compulsions—repetitive physical or mental actions aimed at neutralising distress. Compulsions keep you stuck in the OCD cycle, and make life increasingly hard.
Intrusive thoughts, doubts, and urges can take over, leaving you feeling trapped in a relentless cycle of anxiety and compulsive behaviours.
OCD often begins with unwanted, intrusive thoughts that can be distressing. While many can brush these off, those with OCD become trapped, questioning what these thoughts mean. This anxiety triggers compulsions—repetitive physical or mental actions aimed at neutralising distress. Compulsions keep you stuck in the OCD cycle, and make life increasingly hard.
020 3002 6611 View 020 3002 6611
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Joyce Ghiraw
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW2
I work with a range of issues, including relationships, self-esteem, childhood trauma, existential dread and anxiety.
Previously, I have accrued extensive experience working with eating disorders, addiction and dual diagnostic treatments. Prior to psychotherapy, I worked as a corporate lawyer enabling me to effectively support my clients to manage burn-outs, stress and performance anxiety. I.e., my practice draws from a rich and diverse foundation for future work together.
I work with a range of issues, including relationships, self-esteem, childhood trauma, existential dread and anxiety.
Previously, I have accrued extensive experience working with eating disorders, addiction and dual diagnostic treatments. Prior to psychotherapy, I worked as a corporate lawyer enabling me to effectively support my clients to manage burn-outs, stress and performance anxiety. I.e., my practice draws from a rich and diverse foundation for future work together.
020 3872 2644 View 020 3872 2644
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Gianina Ionela Ardeleanu
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
South London, London SE1
Is it anxiety or panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, constantly worrying, creating worst scenarios?
I can help you to identify and highlight areas which are causing you difficulties and help you to develop new ways of thinking, coping and behaving in order to deal with problems and issues, pursue goals and manage the process of change. It is possible for things to shift and for a sense of well-being to re-emerge.
Is it anxiety or panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, constantly worrying, creating worst scenarios?
I can help you to identify and highlight areas which are causing you difficulties and help you to develop new ways of thinking, coping and behaving in order to deal with problems and issues, pursue goals and manage the process of change. It is possible for things to shift and for a sense of well-being to re-emerge.
020 3962 0971 View 020 3962 0971
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Melanie Lane
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
South London, London SE18
Working together to uncover what may be behind your anxiety, stress, mood swings or depression and bring understanding to personal coping strategies.
This deeper understanding can lead to more conscious, confident decisions whilst strengthening your sense of identity, helping to implement the changes you seek. I am trauma informed and thus this will be at your pace. I'm experienced working with neurodiverse clients.
Working together to uncover what may be behind your anxiety, stress, mood swings or depression and bring understanding to personal coping strategies.
This deeper understanding can lead to more conscious, confident decisions whilst strengthening your sense of identity, helping to implement the changes you seek. I am trauma informed and thus this will be at your pace. I'm experienced working with neurodiverse clients.
020 4572 0156 View 020 4572 0156
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YCounselling
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW16
In my experience, many clients come for counselling for help with depression and anxiety caused by difficulties within relationships, friendships, work-based stress as well as isolation and loneliness.
I provide a safe and confidential space in which clients can begin to feel empowered to look at things in a different way and re-think old patterns of thinking and acting. I actively listen in an open and non-judgemental way fostering a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. I accept what the client tells me without offering advice or opinions.
In my experience, many clients come for counselling for help with depression and anxiety caused by difficulties within relationships, friendships, work-based stress as well as isolation and loneliness.
I provide a safe and confidential space in which clients can begin to feel empowered to look at things in a different way and re-think old patterns of thinking and acting. I actively listen in an open and non-judgemental way fostering a therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect. I accept what the client tells me without offering advice or opinions.
01798 422044 View 01798 422044
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Dan Skili - Creative Psychotherapy
Verified Verified
South London, London SE1
Some of the issues I help people with are stuckness, anxiety, depression, identity, relationships and loneliness.
I offer talking therapy but can also offer other creative ways of supporting you through therapy, should you wish to. The therapy is always client led and conducted in a comfortable, welcoming and relaxed environment. I see each person as a unique being and I work in a holistic way - I work with people, not with problems.
Some of the issues I help people with are stuckness, anxiety, depression, identity, relationships and loneliness.
I offer talking therapy but can also offer other creative ways of supporting you through therapy, should you wish to. The therapy is always client led and conducted in a comfortable, welcoming and relaxed environment. I see each person as a unique being and I work in a holistic way - I work with people, not with problems.
020 3974 2397 View 020 3974 2397
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Samantha Campbell
Counsellor, MBACP
South London, London SW16
You may be experiencing feelings of being in a rut and are anxious, depressed or just unsure of how you currently feel about your life or a certain situation.
As a therapeutic counsellor, I can provide you with a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment where you are able to explore your thoughts and feelings openly. Having a space to talk about whatever is happening for you with an impartial, trusted person in a confidential setting can be beneficial.
You may be experiencing feelings of being in a rut and are anxious, depressed or just unsure of how you currently feel about your life or a certain situation.
As a therapeutic counsellor, I can provide you with a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment where you are able to explore your thoughts and feelings openly. Having a space to talk about whatever is happening for you with an impartial, trusted person in a confidential setting can be beneficial.
020 3962 0638 View 020 3962 0638
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Hannah Commodore
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
My ideal client is someone struggling with trauma, anxiety, or emotional pain.
I’m a psychotherapist specialising in trauma and PTSD, and a qualified counsellor. I work with individuals and couples, offering Prepare/Enrich aiming to build a strong, trusting relationship where your needs are truly understood. My focus is to support you in leading a healthier, more fulfilling life and guiding you toward discovering who you truly are.
My ideal client is someone struggling with trauma, anxiety, or emotional pain.
I’m a psychotherapist specialising in trauma and PTSD, and a qualified counsellor. I work with individuals and couples, offering Prepare/Enrich aiming to build a strong, trusting relationship where your needs are truly understood. My focus is to support you in leading a healthier, more fulfilling life and guiding you toward discovering who you truly are.
020 8059 2176 View 020 8059 2176
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Millie Gentle
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
South London, London SE15
You might be wanting to explore a specific difficult or traumatic experience and the impact it has on your life, or perhaps you're not sure why you're feeling what you're feeling; you feel stuck and anxious and you're trying to get to the bottom of why.
I offer a safe and collaborative space to help you process and understand what's going on for you. I work with people facing many different issues including; sexual trauma, anxiety, bereavement, relationship issues, parenthood and how it intersects with one's own childhood, and low self-esteem and confidence (which can come from a myriad of experiences).
You might be wanting to explore a specific difficult or traumatic experience and the impact it has on your life, or perhaps you're not sure why you're feeling what you're feeling; you feel stuck and anxious and you're trying to get to the bottom of why.
I offer a safe and collaborative space to help you process and understand what's going on for you. I work with people facing many different issues including; sexual trauma, anxiety, bereavement, relationship issues, parenthood and how it intersects with one's own childhood, and low self-esteem and confidence (which can come from a myriad of experiences).
020 4572 0151 View 020 4572 0151
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Lori White
Counsellor, MBACP
South London, London SW19
Maybe it's anxiety, depression, a relationship problem, a loss or a bereavement.
I am a qualified 'intergrative' counsellor which means I have a range of counselling skills to tailor-make an approach for you. I have been an Approved Counsellor for the charity, Anxiety UK. Together we will work out how you want your future to look and we'll find ways to make it a reality.
Maybe it's anxiety, depression, a relationship problem, a loss or a bereavement.
I am a qualified 'intergrative' counsellor which means I have a range of counselling skills to tailor-make an approach for you. I have been an Approved Counsellor for the charity, Anxiety UK. Together we will work out how you want your future to look and we'll find ways to make it a reality.
01798 305065 View 01798 305065
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Attachment Trauma Therapy Clinic
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
South London, London SE1
depression, anxiety, addictive tendencies, issues within relationships, unhelpful patterns of relating, and they want to feel better.
I work in a client-led way, which means that I do believe that clients are able to hold the steering wheel of the therapeutic conversation with me assisting them in their journey and discoveries, which inevitably happen along the way. This does not mean that I am not active in the process. I am. And I am interested in the influence of the past on today.
depression, anxiety, addictive tendencies, issues within relationships, unhelpful patterns of relating, and they want to feel better.
I work in a client-led way, which means that I do believe that clients are able to hold the steering wheel of the therapeutic conversation with me assisting them in their journey and discoveries, which inevitably happen along the way. This does not mean that I am not active in the process. I am. And I am interested in the influence of the past on today.
020 3974 2015 View 020 3974 2015
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BASE Counselling & Clinical Supervision
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW4
and child protection services which allows me to deeply understand anxiety, depression, conflict, low self esteem, abuse, drug/alcohol dependency, trauma, self-harm, sexual issues as well as working with patients coming to terms with medical diagnosis.
I approach my work with sincere care, empathy and without judgement. My goal is to empower families, couples and individuals to overcome challenges, gain insight and lead happier, more fulfilling lives.I provide a safe space for self-exploration, facilitating personal growth and developing coping strategies. My approach to family+couple work focuses on trauma work, resolving conflict, rebuilding trust + creating a harmonious partnership. My passion is to assist you in a warm, nurturing environment as you address challenging and distressing issues.
and child protection services which allows me to deeply understand anxiety, depression, conflict, low self esteem, abuse, drug/alcohol dependency, trauma, self-harm, sexual issues as well as working with patients coming to terms with medical diagnosis.
I approach my work with sincere care, empathy and without judgement. My goal is to empower families, couples and individuals to overcome challenges, gain insight and lead happier, more fulfilling lives.I provide a safe space for self-exploration, facilitating personal growth and developing coping strategies. My approach to family+couple work focuses on trauma work, resolving conflict, rebuilding trust + creating a harmonious partnership. My passion is to assist you in a warm, nurturing environment as you address challenging and distressing issues.
020 3856 4607 View 020 3856 4607
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Vanessa Aggrey
Counsellor
South London, London SE4
I have an extensive amount of experience in helping people who have experienced difficulties with: Anxiety, Depression, Addictive behaviours, Anger, PTSD, Abuse, Eating disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Self harm, Low Self esteem, Bullying, feelings of loneliness, Stress, Relationship issues, Sexuality, Panic Attacks Loss and Bereavement.
Fully qualified, BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist with over 18 years experience of working with individuals, couples and groups. Some people simply feel there is "something wrong" and want a space to explore their thoughts and feelings. I offer a non-judgemental, supportive and confidential space that will allow you to explore and gain an understanding of the feelings or situation that is causing you unhappiness.
I have an extensive amount of experience in helping people who have experienced difficulties with: Anxiety, Depression, Addictive behaviours, Anger, PTSD, Abuse, Eating disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Self harm, Low Self esteem, Bullying, feelings of loneliness, Stress, Relationship issues, Sexuality, Panic Attacks Loss and Bereavement.
Fully qualified, BACP-registered counsellor and psychotherapist with over 18 years experience of working with individuals, couples and groups. Some people simply feel there is "something wrong" and want a space to explore their thoughts and feelings. I offer a non-judgemental, supportive and confidential space that will allow you to explore and gain an understanding of the feelings or situation that is causing you unhappiness.
07481 346101 View 07481 346101
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Maria (Maya) Palej
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
You might be feeling anxious, low, or simply stuck, like you’re carrying too much and not sure how to move forward.
I offer therapy tailored to your needs, in a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can feel truly heard. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, low mood, trauma, or feeling stuck, we’ll work together to understand what’s happening and help you feel more in control, more confident, and more like yourself again.
You might be feeling anxious, low, or simply stuck, like you’re carrying too much and not sure how to move forward.
I offer therapy tailored to your needs, in a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can feel truly heard. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, low mood, trauma, or feeling stuck, we’ll work together to understand what’s happening and help you feel more in control, more confident, and more like yourself again.
020 8103 3957 View 020 8103 3957

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Anxiety Counsellors

What are the most common treatments for anxiety?

Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?

The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

When should I seek treatment for anxiety?

Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?

Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.