Marriage Counselling in South West London, London
I specialise in psychodynamic couples and individual therapy, guiding you through the complexities of your relationships with a deep understanding of the unconscious patterns that influence behaviours, emotions, and communication.
Perhaps a recent event has brought up complicated feelings, or you live with anxiety, or relationships have been difficult for as long as you can remember. Sometimes it might feel that despite doing everything 'right', you find yourself in familiar patterns. Therapy should feel like a safe space to which you can bring your whole self. My work helps clients understand how their experiences (both past and present) and any unconscious forces might be impacting their relationships and ways of coping with life. Psychodynamic therapy promotes greater self-awareness and a space for you to take each session in the direction you need to.
I specialise in psychodynamic couples and individual therapy, guiding you through the complexities of your relationships with a deep understanding of the unconscious patterns that influence behaviours, emotions, and communication.
Perhaps a recent event has brought up complicated feelings, or you live with anxiety, or relationships have been difficult for as long as you can remember. Sometimes it might feel that despite doing everything 'right', you find yourself in familiar patterns. Therapy should feel like a safe space to which you can bring your whole self. My work helps clients understand how their experiences (both past and present) and any unconscious forces might be impacting their relationships and ways of coping with life. Psychodynamic therapy promotes greater self-awareness and a space for you to take each session in the direction you need to.
Adults & couples
Dr Tomlins is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years’ experience leading psychology services in the NHS and private sectors. She runs a private practice in London, working with adults and families, and leads the psychological provision for an intergenerational charity. At UCL, she works on the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and is Deputy Course Director for the MSc in Clinical Associate Psychology. Dual trained as an Organisational Psychologist, she also works with high-performing executives from FTSE 100 companies. She has won multiple national awards for innovative and evidence based mental health work.
Adults & couples
Dr Tomlins is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years’ experience leading psychology services in the NHS and private sectors. She runs a private practice in London, working with adults and families, and leads the psychological provision for an intergenerational charity. At UCL, she works on the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and is Deputy Course Director for the MSc in Clinical Associate Psychology. Dual trained as an Organisational Psychologist, she also works with high-performing executives from FTSE 100 companies. She has won multiple national awards for innovative and evidence based mental health work.
People come to psychotherapy when life seems too much, when they feel stuck, find emotions overwhelming, or when they lose the sense of who they are.
In therapy we explore together how life is for you, how you are living in the world, the choices you make, and what fears you may have around change.
Starting therapy can be hard. I provide a confidential space where we can work with difficult emotions.
People come to psychotherapy when life seems too much, when they feel stuck, find emotions overwhelming, or when they lose the sense of who they are.
In therapy we explore together how life is for you, how you are living in the world, the choices you make, and what fears you may have around change.
Starting therapy can be hard. I provide a confidential space where we can work with difficult emotions.
Furthermore, problems with families, friends, domestic partners, or spouses can leave us feeling distressed, lonely, and unworthy.
I provide a safe and positive environment where you will be taken seriously and listened to without judgment. We will work at your pace on the issues that are important to you. I will support you in sorting through your problems and discovering your full potential. I will not push you or force ideas, goals, solutions, or therapeutic techniques on you.
Furthermore, problems with families, friends, domestic partners, or spouses can leave us feeling distressed, lonely, and unworthy.
I provide a safe and positive environment where you will be taken seriously and listened to without judgment. We will work at your pace on the issues that are important to you. I will support you in sorting through your problems and discovering your full potential. I will not push you or force ideas, goals, solutions, or therapeutic techniques on you.
I have a wide variety of experience working with both individuals and couples in the private, charitable and NHS sectors.
Having successfully completed my original training in Integrative counselling at Roehampton University I went on to specialise as a psychosexual and relationship counsellor after completing a 2 year Diploma validated by Middlesex University. I work with both individuals and couples with a wide variety of sexual and relational difficulties.
I have a wide variety of experience working with both individuals and couples in the private, charitable and NHS sectors.
Having successfully completed my original training in Integrative counselling at Roehampton University I went on to specialise as a psychosexual and relationship counsellor after completing a 2 year Diploma validated by Middlesex University. I work with both individuals and couples with a wide variety of sexual and relational difficulties.
If you are struggling with anxiety or depression, feeling overwhelmed by daily stress or past trauma. You need compassionate, effective support to regain control and find balance. As a skilled therapist and psychologist I can help you to understand and manage your emotions effectively. A potential goal maybe to find relief, gain clarity, and build resilience. You would benefit through utilising safe, non-judgmental space to explore your feelings and learn practical strategies to improve your mental well-being. Ultimately, you would seek to regain control of your life, achieve personal growth and fulfilment.
If you are struggling with anxiety or depression, feeling overwhelmed by daily stress or past trauma. You need compassionate, effective support to regain control and find balance. As a skilled therapist and psychologist I can help you to understand and manage your emotions effectively. A potential goal maybe to find relief, gain clarity, and build resilience. You would benefit through utilising safe, non-judgmental space to explore your feelings and learn practical strategies to improve your mental well-being. Ultimately, you would seek to regain control of your life, achieve personal growth and fulfilment.
Berenice Mumbru is an experienced Psychotherapist and works in private practice at The Awareness Centre in Clapham. She offers both in person and online weekly sessions for 50 minutes, in English or Spanish. She is a member of the British Psychological Society. She adopts a multi-model integrated approach to therapy, using evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). She has experience working with a range of psychological and emotional challenges and works collaboratively with clients tailoring interventions to suit each individual.
Berenice Mumbru is an experienced Psychotherapist and works in private practice at The Awareness Centre in Clapham. She offers both in person and online weekly sessions for 50 minutes, in English or Spanish. She is a member of the British Psychological Society. She adopts a multi-model integrated approach to therapy, using evidence-based techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT). She has experience working with a range of psychological and emotional challenges and works collaboratively with clients tailoring interventions to suit each individual.
You already know traditional therapy isn’t for you, sitting in a room, analysing the past, and talking in circles. You want something that actually shifts things. A space that helps you break the patterns you can’t seem to shake, stop second-guessing yourself, and get honest about what you really want. My work is direct, compassionate,and unapologetically real. I combine therapeutic depth with a coaching approach that moves you forward, not just talking about problems but creating real change.This is about clearing the noise, facing the truths you’ve avoided, and building the confidence to live in a way that actually feels like you.
You already know traditional therapy isn’t for you, sitting in a room, analysing the past, and talking in circles. You want something that actually shifts things. A space that helps you break the patterns you can’t seem to shake, stop second-guessing yourself, and get honest about what you really want. My work is direct, compassionate,and unapologetically real. I combine therapeutic depth with a coaching approach that moves you forward, not just talking about problems but creating real change.This is about clearing the noise, facing the truths you’ve avoided, and building the confidence to live in a way that actually feels like you.
I work with individuals, couples and groups and I have a particular interest in perinatal mental health, anger, anxiety and neurodivergent masking.
Life and relationships are not easy to navigate. If you’re experiencing anxiety, anger or depression, or going through difficult life events, things can feel overwhelming. I understand how difficulties cause you to lose your sense of control, your overall wellbeing and your sense of who you are. These are normal experiences, but if you’re struggling to feel a basic sense of joy about being you, or if your relationships are causing you more pain than pleasure, then it’s time to seek help. It can be difficult to imagine how talking therapy can help, but together we can work towards symptomatic relief and the freedom to be youself.
I work with individuals, couples and groups and I have a particular interest in perinatal mental health, anger, anxiety and neurodivergent masking.
Life and relationships are not easy to navigate. If you’re experiencing anxiety, anger or depression, or going through difficult life events, things can feel overwhelming. I understand how difficulties cause you to lose your sense of control, your overall wellbeing and your sense of who you are. These are normal experiences, but if you’re struggling to feel a basic sense of joy about being you, or if your relationships are causing you more pain than pleasure, then it’s time to seek help. It can be difficult to imagine how talking therapy can help, but together we can work towards symptomatic relief and the freedom to be youself.
If you've been feeling depressed, anxious, sad, or stressed for a while, lacking any enjoyment with nothing to look forward to, life can feel miserable. Additionally, you may not understand why you’ve been feeling this way, but know that you just don’t feel like your usual self, and you may be feeling powerless to change how you feel, or hopeless about things getting better. You might want to talk to someone about how you’re feeling but don’t want to burden friends or family, and may feel nervous or apprehensive, or embarrassed about seeking help from a counsellor or therapist.
If you've been feeling depressed, anxious, sad, or stressed for a while, lacking any enjoyment with nothing to look forward to, life can feel miserable. Additionally, you may not understand why you’ve been feeling this way, but know that you just don’t feel like your usual self, and you may be feeling powerless to change how you feel, or hopeless about things getting better. You might want to talk to someone about how you’re feeling but don’t want to burden friends or family, and may feel nervous or apprehensive, or embarrassed about seeking help from a counsellor or therapist.
Using integrative techniques (including evidence based psychodynamic, existential, humanistic & cognitive behavioural modalities) I focus on encouraging individuals/ couples to identify their existing challenges, build an understanding of themselves & their situation, & reflect on why they may feel the way they do.
I am a chartered counselling psychologist with over a decade of experience. I have worked in charitable organisations, the NHS & private sector, supporting individuals, couples & families with a range of different concerns. I offer both short & long term therapy - as well as offering general support, I specialise in oncology, palliative care & bereavement.
Using integrative techniques (including evidence based psychodynamic, existential, humanistic & cognitive behavioural modalities) I focus on encouraging individuals/ couples to identify their existing challenges, build an understanding of themselves & their situation, & reflect on why they may feel the way they do.
I am a chartered counselling psychologist with over a decade of experience. I have worked in charitable organisations, the NHS & private sector, supporting individuals, couples & families with a range of different concerns. I offer both short & long term therapy - as well as offering general support, I specialise in oncology, palliative care & bereavement.
My clinic, Vitus Wellbeing, supports children, teens, adults, couples and families with their mental health and relationships.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, self-harm, relationship problems, fertility struggles, postnatal difficulties, career dilemmas, neurodivergence and feeling lost. I often work with high achievers and those in the public eye.
I use teachings from psychodynamic theory, CBT, ACT, mindfulness, person-centred therapy and existentialism.
My clinic, Vitus Wellbeing, supports children, teens, adults, couples and families with their mental health and relationships.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, self-harm, relationship problems, fertility struggles, postnatal difficulties, career dilemmas, neurodivergence and feeling lost. I often work with high achievers and those in the public eye.
I use teachings from psychodynamic theory, CBT, ACT, mindfulness, person-centred therapy and existentialism.
Üzüntüyü,hüznü ya da kederi hayatımızdan tamamen çıkaramayız.Beklenmedik olaylar olur,istenmeyen olaylar yaşanır,durumlar ve kişiler değişir. Nasıl ki uykumuz geliyor ve yorgun oluyorsak, nasıl ki acıkıyor ve susuyorsak, bazen çok iyi haberler alıyor ve bazen derin kayıplar yaşıyorsak, bazen gülüyor bazen ağlıyorsak duygularımız, ihtiyaçlarımız ve deneyimlediklerimiz anlık olarak değişir, gelip geçer... Önemli olan bu duyguların ne kadar sürdüğü ve bizi ne kadar etkilediğidir... Yağan yağmurdan sonra hiç gökkuşağı çıkmıyor, güneş tekrar parıldamıyor, ağaçlar yeniden çiçek açmıyorsa sizin için iklim değişmiş demektir.
Üzüntüyü,hüznü ya da kederi hayatımızdan tamamen çıkaramayız.Beklenmedik olaylar olur,istenmeyen olaylar yaşanır,durumlar ve kişiler değişir. Nasıl ki uykumuz geliyor ve yorgun oluyorsak, nasıl ki acıkıyor ve susuyorsak, bazen çok iyi haberler alıyor ve bazen derin kayıplar yaşıyorsak, bazen gülüyor bazen ağlıyorsak duygularımız, ihtiyaçlarımız ve deneyimlediklerimiz anlık olarak değişir, gelip geçer... Önemli olan bu duyguların ne kadar sürdüğü ve bizi ne kadar etkilediğidir... Yağan yağmurdan sonra hiç gökkuşağı çıkmıyor, güneş tekrar parıldamıyor, ağaçlar yeniden çiçek açmıyorsa sizin için iklim değişmiş demektir.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of NHS experience, and I specialise in supporting individuals and couples throughout pregnancy, the postnatal period and early parenthood.
Firstly, I listen to your needs and develop a shared understanding to offer the right evidence-based approach for you, such as Compassion-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. You can have a look on my website to learn more about each therapy.
I’m a Clinical Psychologist with 10 years of NHS experience, and I specialise in supporting individuals and couples throughout pregnancy, the postnatal period and early parenthood.
Firstly, I listen to your needs and develop a shared understanding to offer the right evidence-based approach for you, such as Compassion-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy. You can have a look on my website to learn more about each therapy.
I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties, and I love working with children, teens, families and couples.
Drawing from my diverse educational, career, and life experiences, I strive to help you find the right tools to cope with life's stresses. I use a range of approaches, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), person-centred therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and meaning-centred psychotherapy for cancer patients.
I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties, and I love working with children, teens, families and couples.
Drawing from my diverse educational, career, and life experiences, I strive to help you find the right tools to cope with life's stresses. I use a range of approaches, including cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), person-centred therapy, emotionally focused therapy, and meaning-centred psychotherapy for cancer patients.
Hello and a very warm welcome to my practice. I'm Charlotte and I am a BACP registered psychotherapist practising face to face in both Clapham and on the Isle of Wight and across the country online.
Are you struggling with the effects of trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, unresolved past experiences, relationship difficulties, social anxiety or low self-esteem? You may not even be able to put a name to your emotions but are feeling destabilised and overwhelmed by them. If this sounds familiar I can help.
Hello and a very warm welcome to my practice. I'm Charlotte and I am a BACP registered psychotherapist practising face to face in both Clapham and on the Isle of Wight and across the country online.
Are you struggling with the effects of trauma, bereavement, anxiety, depression, unresolved past experiences, relationship difficulties, social anxiety or low self-esteem? You may not even be able to put a name to your emotions but are feeling destabilised and overwhelmed by them. If this sounds familiar I can help.
Clients are unique and helping them to gain a sense of who they are, what is taking place, and identifying whom they want to be is vital. Helping clients to recognise and hear their own authentic voices in a non-judgemental space is central to moving through life's challenges, towards future goals. We will focus on the changes and challenges that impact them. Issues of infidelity, substance use, illness, loss and all its elements, disconnection, re-connection, domestic violence, trauma, anxieties, depression, PTSD are common. It is the client who decides the end goal and we work together to attain that goal to best effect.
Clients are unique and helping them to gain a sense of who they are, what is taking place, and identifying whom they want to be is vital. Helping clients to recognise and hear their own authentic voices in a non-judgemental space is central to moving through life's challenges, towards future goals. We will focus on the changes and challenges that impact them. Issues of infidelity, substance use, illness, loss and all its elements, disconnection, re-connection, domestic violence, trauma, anxieties, depression, PTSD are common. It is the client who decides the end goal and we work together to attain that goal to best effect.
I work with individual adults and couples seeking support with their relationships.
Hi! I'm Debbie - a warm, engaging and experienced therapist. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed or stuck? Finding communication difficult or not feeling clear about what you want when it comes to your relationships? We can often find ourselves going round in circles with low expectations and "putting up" with things that are holding us back or keeping us stuck, when we desire and deserve more fulfilling experiences. I can help! I invite you to contact me for a free 20 minute consultation, where we can talk about what is happening and we explore how we will work together to bring about change.
I work with individual adults and couples seeking support with their relationships.
Hi! I'm Debbie - a warm, engaging and experienced therapist. Perhaps you are feeling anxious, depressed or stuck? Finding communication difficult or not feeling clear about what you want when it comes to your relationships? We can often find ourselves going round in circles with low expectations and "putting up" with things that are holding us back or keeping us stuck, when we desire and deserve more fulfilling experiences. I can help! I invite you to contact me for a free 20 minute consultation, where we can talk about what is happening and we explore how we will work together to bring about change.
Hello, I am a BACP Accred and Registered psychotherapist/clinical supervisor who has 18+ years experience of working with individuals within different voluntary settings and private practice, working with young people as well as the older adult population suffering from both short and long-term multi-dimensional problems and psychological difficulties.
Hello, I am a BACP Accred and Registered psychotherapist/clinical supervisor who has 18+ years experience of working with individuals within different voluntary settings and private practice, working with young people as well as the older adult population suffering from both short and long-term multi-dimensional problems and psychological difficulties.
Therapy sessions for individuals and couples are £140 per hour.
We can all experience emotional difficulties at some point in our lives. This may be due to recent or historic events and these can manifest in different ways. I don't believe that people fit into boxes. If you're dealing with relationship challenges, trauma, experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, psychosis and other problems, then I can help. When we meet together, you will find I have an open and collaborative approach to help you understand your experiences. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy and family therapy.
Therapy sessions for individuals and couples are £140 per hour.
We can all experience emotional difficulties at some point in our lives. This may be due to recent or historic events and these can manifest in different ways. I don't believe that people fit into boxes. If you're dealing with relationship challenges, trauma, experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, psychosis and other problems, then I can help. When we meet together, you will find I have an open and collaborative approach to help you understand your experiences. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy and family therapy.
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Marriage Counselling
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.