Couples Counselling in South West London, London

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Photo of Randi Levinson in South West London, London, England
Randi Levinson
MA
South West London, London SW3  (Online Only)
I help couples and individuals figure out what kind of relationship they want, teach effective communication, offer relationships skills that create connection, and discernment counseling for divorce.
Long Term Relationships, Marriage, Divorce and Parenting are my areas of passion. I have been in private practice for nearly 16 years. Those of us who are in relationships understand the complexities and hardships that come along with trying to maintain love and intimacy.
I help couples and individuals figure out what kind of relationship they want, teach effective communication, offer relationships skills that create connection, and discernment counseling for divorce.
Long Term Relationships, Marriage, Divorce and Parenting are my areas of passion. I have been in private practice for nearly 16 years. Those of us who are in relationships understand the complexities and hardships that come along with trying to maintain love and intimacy.
020 3476 9614 View 020 3476 9614
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Máire Stedman
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
South West London, London SW1W
I am a qualified and experienced Individual, Couple, Family and Systemic Psychotherapist with over 25 years experience of working in the NHS; not for profit sector and the social care sectors, as well as working in private practice. I have experience in working cross-culturally with individuals, couples and families, including working with interpreters. I have worked extensively with trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as post migration issues.I have also worked with families and children experiencing separation and divorce.
I am a qualified and experienced Individual, Couple, Family and Systemic Psychotherapist with over 25 years experience of working in the NHS; not for profit sector and the social care sectors, as well as working in private practice. I have experience in working cross-culturally with individuals, couples and families, including working with interpreters. I have worked extensively with trauma, anxiety and depression, as well as post migration issues.I have also worked with families and children experiencing separation and divorce.
020 3871 8422 View 020 3871 8422
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Irina Aron
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
Verified
South West London, London SW6
It is my belief that the idea of relationship design does not deprive human relationships from their magic … Rather, it brings awareness of the active role we play through our choices.
My clients' goal is to design the life they love. They are typically internationally mobile people who are facing challenges related to significant change – moving between different countries/cultures, change in their relationship status or professional roles. They might be going through challenging times in life and facing difficult choices: infidelity, separation, empty nest syndrome. We work in their first or second language - English, Russian or Bulgarian. And even if I don’t speak your native tongue, as someone who is multilingual, I understand the challenges and gifts that come with bilingualism and multilingualism.  
It is my belief that the idea of relationship design does not deprive human relationships from their magic … Rather, it brings awareness of the active role we play through our choices.
My clients' goal is to design the life they love. They are typically internationally mobile people who are facing challenges related to significant change – moving between different countries/cultures, change in their relationship status or professional roles. They might be going through challenging times in life and facing difficult choices: infidelity, separation, empty nest syndrome. We work in their first or second language - English, Russian or Bulgarian. And even if I don’t speak your native tongue, as someone who is multilingual, I understand the challenges and gifts that come with bilingualism and multilingualism.  
01748 901751 View 01748 901751
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Adriana Giotta
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
South West London, London SW1X
I specialise in anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, codependency, eating disorders, body image discontent, executive coaching and I love helping my clients achieve fulfilment and authenticity.
I am an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist, psychotherapist and Certified Schema Therapist providing clients with an integrative, powerful and pioneering approach to personal transformation from the inside out. I am incredibly passionate about understanding people and human motivation. I have been engaged in research, training and therapy for over two decades to explore the most effective ways of helping people heal and thrive in life.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, codependency, eating disorders, body image discontent, executive coaching and I love helping my clients achieve fulfilment and authenticity.
I am an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist, psychotherapist and Certified Schema Therapist providing clients with an integrative, powerful and pioneering approach to personal transformation from the inside out. I am incredibly passionate about understanding people and human motivation. I have been engaged in research, training and therapy for over two decades to explore the most effective ways of helping people heal and thrive in life.
020 3893 3542 View 020 3893 3542
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Mia Kapetanovic
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
South West London, London SW4
I am an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, offering short term and long term sessions, in-person and online (Zoom App). People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons. In your life you may experience many issues and symptoms, such as panic attacks, feeling anxious or overwhelmed, depression and low mood, lack of motivation and low self esteem. It may be a relationship that's failing or that you are recognising the same old themes playing themselves out in your life.
I am an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, offering short term and long term sessions, in-person and online (Zoom App). People come to therapy for all sorts of reasons. In your life you may experience many issues and symptoms, such as panic attacks, feeling anxious or overwhelmed, depression and low mood, lack of motivation and low self esteem. It may be a relationship that's failing or that you are recognising the same old themes playing themselves out in your life.
020 3728 8313 View 020 3728 8313
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Monika Zsuzsanna Bakonyi
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
South West London, London SW6
I have experience working with depression, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, attachment, trauma, narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, existential issues, grief, sexuality, transition.
I am a BACP Accredited Humanistic Counsellor (BSc (Hons), Metanoia Institute, London) working with teenagers and adults. I am a relational therapist and I believe that it is the trusting relationship between myself and my clients that is the vehicle of therapeutic change. I work in both long and short term contracts.
I have experience working with depression, stress, anxiety, relationship problems, attachment, trauma, narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, existential issues, grief, sexuality, transition.
I am a BACP Accredited Humanistic Counsellor (BSc (Hons), Metanoia Institute, London) working with teenagers and adults. I am a relational therapist and I believe that it is the trusting relationship between myself and my clients that is the vehicle of therapeutic change. I work in both long and short term contracts.
01748 902212 View 01748 902212
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Dr Charmaine Elliott
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
South West London, London SW6
Welcome, I'm Dr Charmaine Elliott. I practice therapy that empowers women of all ages, cultures and abilities in the pursuit of a better future. If you're a woman looking for support with low mood (depression), low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, grief or relationship concerns, you're in the right place. Your problems can be overcome, your opportunities widened and your value better recognised. Therapy with me is criticism-free; containing and caring all the way. You can just be yourself. I believe there's nothing 'wrong' with you, everyone has challenges in life, but you're now in the right place to turn things around for the better.
Welcome, I'm Dr Charmaine Elliott. I practice therapy that empowers women of all ages, cultures and abilities in the pursuit of a better future. If you're a woman looking for support with low mood (depression), low self-esteem, anxiety, trauma, grief or relationship concerns, you're in the right place. Your problems can be overcome, your opportunities widened and your value better recognised. Therapy with me is criticism-free; containing and caring all the way. You can just be yourself. I believe there's nothing 'wrong' with you, everyone has challenges in life, but you're now in the right place to turn things around for the better.
01748 900773 View 01748 900773
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Richard Schafer
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
South West London, London SW4
I offer you a supportive and empathic therapy, focusing on you as a unique individual with your own experiences in a wide range of areas including low mood, relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, lack of confidence and feelings of worthlessness in addition to many other concerns.
I am Richard Schafer, a professionally trained registered counsellor (MBACP). I practice from London / Clapham SW4. In 2003 I qualified as a psychodynamic counsellor and began private practice in 2004. I have spent over 12 years working in the field of talking therapies as a clinical lead within statutory sector therapeutic residential settings. I am a long term registered member (No. 107865 ) of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and adhere to their code of conduct & ethics in my work. WWW.RICHARDSCHAFER.CO.UK
I offer you a supportive and empathic therapy, focusing on you as a unique individual with your own experiences in a wide range of areas including low mood, relationship difficulties, stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, lack of confidence and feelings of worthlessness in addition to many other concerns.
I am Richard Schafer, a professionally trained registered counsellor (MBACP). I practice from London / Clapham SW4. In 2003 I qualified as a psychodynamic counsellor and began private practice in 2004. I have spent over 12 years working in the field of talking therapies as a clinical lead within statutory sector therapeutic residential settings. I am a long term registered member (No. 107865 ) of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP) and adhere to their code of conduct & ethics in my work. WWW.RICHARDSCHAFER.CO.UK
020 3826 8640 View 020 3826 8640
Photo of Michael Eko, Psychologist in South West London, London, England
Michael Eko
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified
South West London, London SW15
I am a psychologist who has many years experience of using evidence-based therapies to work with anxiety, depression, panic attack, relationship difficulties, trauma and many other mental health problems.
At different times in our lives, we all feel overwhelmed emotionally, physically and mentally. At times like this, seeking the right professional support can help bring a sense of clarity and resolution.
I am a psychologist who has many years experience of using evidence-based therapies to work with anxiety, depression, panic attack, relationship difficulties, trauma and many other mental health problems.
At different times in our lives, we all feel overwhelmed emotionally, physically and mentally. At times like this, seeking the right professional support can help bring a sense of clarity and resolution.
020 3962 1953 View 020 3962 1953
Photo of Karmela Jones, Counsellor in South West London, London, England
Karmela Jones
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
South West London, London SW7
I am an integrative therapist and work relationally, meaning we will use the therapeutic relationship as window of insight and understanding, using different tools and techniques that work for you.
Hi, I'm Karmela at Mixed Emotions Counselling. As a fully qualified and insured counsellor and psychotherapist, I will work with you collaboratively, as a team focused on you, where you are the expert on your life and I provide empathy, challenge, insight and practical strategies. The most important aspect of therapy is that we "click" and feel a connection that allows you to open up and feel safe and understood. Whether you're looking for more clarity in your life, support with life changes, relationships, or managing anxiety or depression, we can work through it together. All identities and orientations are respected and welcome.
I am an integrative therapist and work relationally, meaning we will use the therapeutic relationship as window of insight and understanding, using different tools and techniques that work for you.
Hi, I'm Karmela at Mixed Emotions Counselling. As a fully qualified and insured counsellor and psychotherapist, I will work with you collaboratively, as a team focused on you, where you are the expert on your life and I provide empathy, challenge, insight and practical strategies. The most important aspect of therapy is that we "click" and feel a connection that allows you to open up and feel safe and understood. Whether you're looking for more clarity in your life, support with life changes, relationships, or managing anxiety or depression, we can work through it together. All identities and orientations are respected and welcome.
020 4538 5026 View 020 4538 5026
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Dragana Djukic
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
South West London, London SW14
I have a particular interest and vast experience (25+ years) in working with stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, and relationship issues. I offer ONLINE therapy only, for now – via Skype, FaceTime, WhatsApp and Zoom. I provide a safe and supportive space for you to express your feelings and thoughts so to gain clarity and make a positive, lasting change. For more information, please contact me on 079 0889 0336, or visit my website www.quantumkoan.com
I have a particular interest and vast experience (25+ years) in working with stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, and relationship issues. I offer ONLINE therapy only, for now – via Skype, FaceTime, WhatsApp and Zoom. I provide a safe and supportive space for you to express your feelings and thoughts so to gain clarity and make a positive, lasting change. For more information, please contact me on 079 0889 0336, or visit my website www.quantumkoan.com
07908 890336 View 07908 890336
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Kate Robinson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
South West London, London SW11  (Online Only)
The experienced therapists at My Therapy Assistant are trained in a range of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, psychodynamic psychotherapy, couples therapy & family therapy.
I'm a chartered clinical psychologist & accredited EMDR consultant specialising in helping people move on from traumatic events. I'm also the clinical director of My Therapy Assistant: we help you find the psychologist or psychotherapist who'll be the best fit for you & the issues you want to work on, whether that be enhancing performance & wellbeing, improving relationships or tackling mental health difficulties. The team are all specialists in a variety of different areas with years of experience in the NHS. We offer sessions online & in person (when coronavirus precautions allow) in a variety of locations throughout the UK.
The experienced therapists at My Therapy Assistant are trained in a range of evidence-based approaches, including CBT, EMDR, mindfulness, psychodynamic psychotherapy, couples therapy & family therapy.
I'm a chartered clinical psychologist & accredited EMDR consultant specialising in helping people move on from traumatic events. I'm also the clinical director of My Therapy Assistant: we help you find the psychologist or psychotherapist who'll be the best fit for you & the issues you want to work on, whether that be enhancing performance & wellbeing, improving relationships or tackling mental health difficulties. The team are all specialists in a variety of different areas with years of experience in the NHS. We offer sessions online & in person (when coronavirus precautions allow) in a variety of locations throughout the UK.
01260 542100 View 01260 542100
Photo of Maria Martinez, Psychotherapist in South West London, London, England
Maria Martinez
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
South West London, London SW1V  (Online Only)
I offer a warm, confidential, compassionate, and non-judgemental space to support the challenges you might be encountering. I place particular emphasis on the therapeutic relationship – meaning that I believe that a genuine, empathetic connection is the foundation for meaningful progress in therapy. The aim is to support you in fostering a deeper self-understanding and empowering you to make choices that more closely align with your core values and beliefs. I support people with various issues, including: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, bereavement, self-exploration, and those searching for meaning.
I offer a warm, confidential, compassionate, and non-judgemental space to support the challenges you might be encountering. I place particular emphasis on the therapeutic relationship – meaning that I believe that a genuine, empathetic connection is the foundation for meaningful progress in therapy. The aim is to support you in fostering a deeper self-understanding and empowering you to make choices that more closely align with your core values and beliefs. I support people with various issues, including: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, bereavement, self-exploration, and those searching for meaning.
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Dr Marina Pouliadi
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
South West London, London SW7  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a Counselling Psychologist and a Postdoctoral Clinical Scholar at Stanford University, specialising in the treatment of body-image related concerns, trauma, and eating disorders. I have extensive experience in working within specialist NHS services and the charity sector. My practice takes a relational psychodynamic, trauma-informed approach that is thoughtfully tailored to each unique individual. Therapy is a means of understanding ourselves and the world around us. Within a non-judgmental and compassionate space, we can build a strong therapeutic relationship where you can start your journey to self awareness.
I am a Counselling Psychologist and a Postdoctoral Clinical Scholar at Stanford University, specialising in the treatment of body-image related concerns, trauma, and eating disorders. I have extensive experience in working within specialist NHS services and the charity sector. My practice takes a relational psychodynamic, trauma-informed approach that is thoughtfully tailored to each unique individual. Therapy is a means of understanding ourselves and the world around us. Within a non-judgmental and compassionate space, we can build a strong therapeutic relationship where you can start your journey to self awareness.
01438 901702 View 01438 901702
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Kirit Vadgama
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
South West London, London SW2
Feeling anxious? Stuck? Struggling with loss? Having difficulties with a relationship ? Wanting to move on but not sure where to turn? Counselling can provide relief, helping you to explore your feelings and make sense of the past and present to help you move forward. I have experience working with adults and teenagers facing a range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, difficulties with relationships, family issues, sexual abuse, affairs and betrayals. Through a series of sessions we work together to make sense of your problems, and help you find some relief.
Feeling anxious? Stuck? Struggling with loss? Having difficulties with a relationship ? Wanting to move on but not sure where to turn? Counselling can provide relief, helping you to explore your feelings and make sense of the past and present to help you move forward. I have experience working with adults and teenagers facing a range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, difficulties with relationships, family issues, sexual abuse, affairs and betrayals. Through a series of sessions we work together to make sense of your problems, and help you find some relief.
020 3962 0878 View 020 3962 0878
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Dr Alena Torriani
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
South West London, London SW19
I am an experienced psychologist who offers 1:1 therapy to adults and young people (16+) who present with long-standing relationship problems and emotional issues. May that be recurring difficulties with friends, co-workers or family members, unintentionally choosing the ‘wrong’ partners, or perhaps choosing not to relate at all by avoiding people all together. If such relational dynamics persist, they are bound to make us feel anxious, depressed or numb. My passion is to help others make sense of and release dysfunctional patterns in relationships, to build emotional resilience, and to have more fulfilling connections instead.
I am an experienced psychologist who offers 1:1 therapy to adults and young people (16+) who present with long-standing relationship problems and emotional issues. May that be recurring difficulties with friends, co-workers or family members, unintentionally choosing the ‘wrong’ partners, or perhaps choosing not to relate at all by avoiding people all together. If such relational dynamics persist, they are bound to make us feel anxious, depressed or numb. My passion is to help others make sense of and release dysfunctional patterns in relationships, to build emotional resilience, and to have more fulfilling connections instead.
01929 509860 View 01929 509860
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Claire (Montefiore) Mankowitz
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
South West London, London SW6
Not accepting new clients
People may come for therapy because of specific issues such as recent or past trauma, loss, relationship difficulties or for support with making life changes. But often, we don't know why we feel bad about ourselves or our lives - we may simply know we're depressed, anxious, stuck or frustrated. Therapy can provide a safe, non-judgemental space in which to figure out where we are in our lives, and what we need next. For some, this may be a short course of counselling, for others a longer term psychotherapy and yet others may find they need something other than therapy: my job is to support you in making your own decision.
People may come for therapy because of specific issues such as recent or past trauma, loss, relationship difficulties or for support with making life changes. But often, we don't know why we feel bad about ourselves or our lives - we may simply know we're depressed, anxious, stuck or frustrated. Therapy can provide a safe, non-judgemental space in which to figure out where we are in our lives, and what we need next. For some, this may be a short course of counselling, for others a longer term psychotherapy and yet others may find they need something other than therapy: my job is to support you in making your own decision.
020 3856 8449 View 020 3856 8449
Photo of Helen Straupmanis, Psychotherapist in South West London, London, England
Helen Straupmanis
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
South West London, London SW1E
My aim is to offer a safe, secure relationship in which we explore these difficulties together.
I am an Attachment Psychotherapist which means that I help you explore your past and present experiences that may have affected you in some way. Sometimes our experiences can leave us feeling insecure or lacking in confidence, making it difficult to form or sustain healthy relationships or cope with everyday life. Talking this through with a psychotherapist can help you to understand and value yourself more. It is not the job of a psychotherapist to tell you what to do but to offer you different perspectives and a different experience of relating.
My aim is to offer a safe, secure relationship in which we explore these difficulties together.
I am an Attachment Psychotherapist which means that I help you explore your past and present experiences that may have affected you in some way. Sometimes our experiences can leave us feeling insecure or lacking in confidence, making it difficult to form or sustain healthy relationships or cope with everyday life. Talking this through with a psychotherapist can help you to understand and value yourself more. It is not the job of a psychotherapist to tell you what to do but to offer you different perspectives and a different experience of relating.
020 3856 3547 View 020 3856 3547
Photo of Gershon Portnoi, Psychotherapist in South West London, London, England
Gershon Portnoi
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
South West London, London SW1W
Finding a psychotherapist can be daunting, and very confusing, with a lot of terminology and names that might feel complicated and mystifying. My view is that therapy doesn't need to be so confusing and shrouded in secrecy and strange names. To put it simply, I offer you the chance to talk about whatever might be troubling you in total confidence at the same time, on the same day, in the same place, every week. That consistency, alongside the relationship we will develop, is all part of the healing process that therapy can provide.
Finding a psychotherapist can be daunting, and very confusing, with a lot of terminology and names that might feel complicated and mystifying. My view is that therapy doesn't need to be so confusing and shrouded in secrecy and strange names. To put it simply, I offer you the chance to talk about whatever might be troubling you in total confidence at the same time, on the same day, in the same place, every week. That consistency, alongside the relationship we will develop, is all part of the healing process that therapy can provide.
01748 902066 View 01748 902066
Photo of Joanna Scott, Psychotherapist in South West London, London, England
Joanna Scott
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
South West London, London SW1V  (Online Only)
I understand that deciding to start counselling and therapy can feel like a big step, from the start of therapy I encourage my clients to feel empowered through the therapy process. It may be that you've lost a loved one, experiencing family issues, relationship breakdown, struggling with anxiety or work-place stress. It's common to be experiencing a few of these life issues at the same time, which can lead to overwhelm and burnout. As a psychotherapist I aim to offer a tailored approach to each client in therapy sessions.
I understand that deciding to start counselling and therapy can feel like a big step, from the start of therapy I encourage my clients to feel empowered through the therapy process. It may be that you've lost a loved one, experiencing family issues, relationship breakdown, struggling with anxiety or work-place stress. It's common to be experiencing a few of these life issues at the same time, which can lead to overwhelm and burnout. As a psychotherapist I aim to offer a tailored approach to each client in therapy sessions.
01424 237935 View 01424 237935

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Couples Counselling

Does couples counseling work?

Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?

Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?

The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?

The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.