Self-Harming Counselling in South West London
Chloe Bedford
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
South West London, London SW6
I offer expert care for children, teens, and families navigating Anxiety, OCD, Self-Harm, Depression & Eating Disorders.
When your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, obsessive thoughts, or eating issues it can be painful and confusing to know how best to help. You want to find someone who gets it, someone with deep expertise, a calm and grounded presence, and a track record of helping kids and teens move forward.
For the past 15 years, I’ve specialised in working with children, adolescents, and families facing a wide range of emotional and behavioural challenges.
I offer expert care for children, teens, and families navigating Anxiety, OCD, Self-Harm, Depression & Eating Disorders.
When your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, self-harm, obsessive thoughts, or eating issues it can be painful and confusing to know how best to help. You want to find someone who gets it, someone with deep expertise, a calm and grounded presence, and a track record of helping kids and teens move forward.
For the past 15 years, I’ve specialised in working with children, adolescents, and families facing a wide range of emotional and behavioural challenges.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or emotionally exhausted after coping alone for a long time. They may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, or relationship difficulties, or navigating life as a neurodivergent person. Some may be exploring identity or LGBTQ+ experiences. However, they are all looking for a safe, non-judgemental space where they feel truly heard, seen, and valued. Their hopes are to heal, build confidence, improve mental wellbeing, and develop a kinder, more compassionate relationship with themselves, and in turn live their lives happier and to their full potential again.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or emotionally exhausted after coping alone for a long time. They may be struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, trauma, or relationship difficulties, or navigating life as a neurodivergent person. Some may be exploring identity or LGBTQ+ experiences. However, they are all looking for a safe, non-judgemental space where they feel truly heard, seen, and valued. Their hopes are to heal, build confidence, improve mental wellbeing, and develop a kinder, more compassionate relationship with themselves, and in turn live their lives happier and to their full potential again.
I don't believe that there is one method of psychotherapy that suits everyone. I believe in adapting my way of working for each client I meet. You may feel that you want to work short-term on a specific aspect of your life. You may feel that you want to take time to look back on your early life experiences or you may not know where to start or where you are going. Whatever your situation is, I will do my best to see the world as you do and, where possible, offer you an alternative perspective. I believe the same is true for children and using sand tray and art materials I allow children to process their emotions through play.
I don't believe that there is one method of psychotherapy that suits everyone. I believe in adapting my way of working for each client I meet. You may feel that you want to work short-term on a specific aspect of your life. You may feel that you want to take time to look back on your early life experiences or you may not know where to start or where you are going. Whatever your situation is, I will do my best to see the world as you do and, where possible, offer you an alternative perspective. I believe the same is true for children and using sand tray and art materials I allow children to process their emotions through play.
I work as an integrative psychotherapist and will tailor our sessions to your needs. I believe that we are all capable of transforming our lives. Profound and fundamental change occurs with the realisation that the most important relationship we will ever have is the relationship with ourselves.
I work as an integrative psychotherapist and will tailor our sessions to your needs. I believe that we are all capable of transforming our lives. Profound and fundamental change occurs with the realisation that the most important relationship we will ever have is the relationship with ourselves.
The focus in my private practice is on difficult relationships be that in the workplace, with friends or romantic relationships. I work with individuals and couples who are in or have been in relationships where there is control, excessive criticism, contempt or betrayal. I work with people who have tended to be more harmed by and those who have caused harm in their relationships. I help people develop a sense of compassion for themselves, building a sense of strength to advocate for their own needs in a constructive way so as to develop genuine, lasting intimacy with others.
The focus in my private practice is on difficult relationships be that in the workplace, with friends or romantic relationships. I work with individuals and couples who are in or have been in relationships where there is control, excessive criticism, contempt or betrayal. I work with people who have tended to be more harmed by and those who have caused harm in their relationships. I help people develop a sense of compassion for themselves, building a sense of strength to advocate for their own needs in a constructive way so as to develop genuine, lasting intimacy with others.
I am a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist working from an existential approach. As a bilingual therapist in English and Vietnamese, I offer a reflective and compassionate space where clients can explore identity, belonging, trauma, and life transitions.
Much of my work is with immigrants and those navigating cross-cultural experiences, questions of home, loss, and adaptation. I also support clients working through relational or developmental trauma, helping them reconnect with a sense of self and meaning in their lives.
I am a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist working from an existential approach. As a bilingual therapist in English and Vietnamese, I offer a reflective and compassionate space where clients can explore identity, belonging, trauma, and life transitions.
Much of my work is with immigrants and those navigating cross-cultural experiences, questions of home, loss, and adaptation. I also support clients working through relational or developmental trauma, helping them reconnect with a sense of self and meaning in their lives.
I am fully qualified, BACP registered counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor working with a wide range of issues. My approach is integrative drawing from Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, CBT, Gestalt and Attachment theory depending on the needs. I support my clients in understanding themselves and their experiences, help them leave difficult events in the past and change unhelpful patterns. By becoming aware of our behaviour, actions and inner conflicts, we are gaining a better understanding of why we are the way we are, and why we do the things we do, this leads relieve in suffering, peace and happiness.
I am fully qualified, BACP registered counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor working with a wide range of issues. My approach is integrative drawing from Psychodynamic, Person-Centred, CBT, Gestalt and Attachment theory depending on the needs. I support my clients in understanding themselves and their experiences, help them leave difficult events in the past and change unhelpful patterns. By becoming aware of our behaviour, actions and inner conflicts, we are gaining a better understanding of why we are the way we are, and why we do the things we do, this leads relieve in suffering, peace and happiness.
Hello and welcome. Perhaps you've found this page because because staying the same no longer works for you - it's too painful. And some part of you is ready for support to help things shift?
Modern life can be extremely demanding; relationships, work, families, money, health and social challenges, or even the simple act of daily living can all feel overwhelming. I believe that how we cope with these challenges is shaped by both our present circumstances, and our past experiences, sometimes echoing patterns of which we are unaware.
Whatever is bringing you here, therapy can offer a space to pause and reflect.
Hello and welcome. Perhaps you've found this page because because staying the same no longer works for you - it's too painful. And some part of you is ready for support to help things shift?
Modern life can be extremely demanding; relationships, work, families, money, health and social challenges, or even the simple act of daily living can all feel overwhelming. I believe that how we cope with these challenges is shaped by both our present circumstances, and our past experiences, sometimes echoing patterns of which we are unaware.
Whatever is bringing you here, therapy can offer a space to pause and reflect.
Transform Your Journey with Expert Psychological Care! Welcome to my updated profile! A lot has evolved since my previous listing over ten years ago. I am a highly experienced Practitioner Psychologist with active HCPC registration and BPS chartership. Since 2018, I have served as the Head of Psychology at We Are Human Counselling Ltd, and with my wealth of experience, I also work as a Consultant Psychologist. With over ten years of post-qualification experience and ten years of educational expertise, I am committed to delivering the highest standard of psychological care.
Transform Your Journey with Expert Psychological Care! Welcome to my updated profile! A lot has evolved since my previous listing over ten years ago. I am a highly experienced Practitioner Psychologist with active HCPC registration and BPS chartership. Since 2018, I have served as the Head of Psychology at We Are Human Counselling Ltd, and with my wealth of experience, I also work as a Consultant Psychologist. With over ten years of post-qualification experience and ten years of educational expertise, I am committed to delivering the highest standard of psychological care.
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.
I believe that it takes courage to reach out and seek the support of a counsellor - I appreciate how difficult getting to this place can be. We are all impacted differently by the world in which we live which can lead to a sense of isolation or 'homelessness' within ourselves. Counselling and Psychotherapy can be seen as an investment in you, an investment that has the potential to bring you from a place of crisis or confusion to one of relief.
I believe that it takes courage to reach out and seek the support of a counsellor - I appreciate how difficult getting to this place can be. We are all impacted differently by the world in which we live which can lead to a sense of isolation or 'homelessness' within ourselves. Counselling and Psychotherapy can be seen as an investment in you, an investment that has the potential to bring you from a place of crisis or confusion to one of relief.
Anxiety, depression, loneliness, stress, relationship and family conflict.. I recognise the pressures of today’s world and the difficulties we often face reconciling our inner needs with the demands of a busy life and the people we share it with. I am an experienced and mature counsellor and psychotherapist, who retrained in this field after 20 years working in a corporate environment. My experience includes work within the NHS and the Samaritans, where I have seen how easily we can lose ourselves and struggle to cope, and how important it is to find a person or place where we can speak openly and be heard without judgement.
Anxiety, depression, loneliness, stress, relationship and family conflict.. I recognise the pressures of today’s world and the difficulties we often face reconciling our inner needs with the demands of a busy life and the people we share it with. I am an experienced and mature counsellor and psychotherapist, who retrained in this field after 20 years working in a corporate environment. My experience includes work within the NHS and the Samaritans, where I have seen how easily we can lose ourselves and struggle to cope, and how important it is to find a person or place where we can speak openly and be heard without judgement.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I aim to make the process as empowering and supportive as possible from the very beginning. You may be navigating grief, family tensions, a relationship breakdown, anxiety, money worries, or the pressures of parenting — often it’s a combination of these challenges that leads to overwhelm or burnout.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and I aim to make the process as empowering and supportive as possible from the very beginning. You may be navigating grief, family tensions, a relationship breakdown, anxiety, money worries, or the pressures of parenting — often it’s a combination of these challenges that leads to overwhelm or burnout.
As a relational humanistic psychotherapist trained to use EMDR to process trauma, I specialise in creating a warm and safe, non-judgmental and empathic space where clients are able to explore any difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are getting in the way of healthy living, gaining insight into how to go forward. Oftentimes having suffered trauma such as a loss or bereavement, perhaps a divorce or other confusing relationship issues in the distant past, we become blocked, needing effective strategies and techniques to continue. I work both online on Zoom or face to face, in both short and long term settings.
As a relational humanistic psychotherapist trained to use EMDR to process trauma, I specialise in creating a warm and safe, non-judgmental and empathic space where clients are able to explore any difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are getting in the way of healthy living, gaining insight into how to go forward. Oftentimes having suffered trauma such as a loss or bereavement, perhaps a divorce or other confusing relationship issues in the distant past, we become blocked, needing effective strategies and techniques to continue. I work both online on Zoom or face to face, in both short and long term settings.
I am dedicated to treating those with a range of psychological problems including anxiety disorders, GAD, phobias, PTSD and depression with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I am also here to help ex-service & serving people and the LGBTQIA+ community. I am a Mental Health advocate and passionate about increasing awareness about Mental Health.
I am dedicated to treating those with a range of psychological problems including anxiety disorders, GAD, phobias, PTSD and depression with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. I am also here to help ex-service & serving people and the LGBTQIA+ community. I am a Mental Health advocate and passionate about increasing awareness about Mental Health.
Beginning therapy and finding a therapist can be a daunting process, although just taking the first step of reaching out to one is the most courageous step. I offer a confidential safe space - either in person on online - to talk about your concerns or anything which is currently troubling you at the same time and day each week. The regularity of sessions and the relationship between client and therapist which develops is part of the journey of healing that therapy can provide. I am a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist with experience of working with people to help them heal and feel better about themselves.
Beginning therapy and finding a therapist can be a daunting process, although just taking the first step of reaching out to one is the most courageous step. I offer a confidential safe space - either in person on online - to talk about your concerns or anything which is currently troubling you at the same time and day each week. The regularity of sessions and the relationship between client and therapist which develops is part of the journey of healing that therapy can provide. I am a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist with experience of working with people to help them heal and feel better about themselves.
We all experience problems and difficulties which at times can build-up and seem overwhelming in our day-to-day lives. Sometimes, events or relationships can feel difficult due to deeper issues unresolved from our past, such as childhood experiences or family problems. Counselling can help you have more awareness of yourself and the decisions you make, giving you greater empowerment in your life. It may help with a range of emotional issues including anxiety, depression, loss and grief, low self-esteem, mood or family and relationship problems. It can support you through difficult times and allow you to achieve your full potential.
We all experience problems and difficulties which at times can build-up and seem overwhelming in our day-to-day lives. Sometimes, events or relationships can feel difficult due to deeper issues unresolved from our past, such as childhood experiences or family problems. Counselling can help you have more awareness of yourself and the decisions you make, giving you greater empowerment in your life. It may help with a range of emotional issues including anxiety, depression, loss and grief, low self-esteem, mood or family and relationship problems. It can support you through difficult times and allow you to achieve your full potential.
I am an accredited psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor with experience in offering help with depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues. I specialise in early childhood, generational and complex trauma, and in intercultural issues. I formerly worked in frontline emergency work and have worked in private practice since 2014.
I am an accredited psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor with experience in offering help with depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues. I specialise in early childhood, generational and complex trauma, and in intercultural issues. I formerly worked in frontline emergency work and have worked in private practice since 2014.
I am a qualified therapist working with adults. Having completed a blend of qualifications within the field of psychology, psychotherapy and mental health, I have extensive relevant work experience in therapeutic environments over the years. My approach is warm, respectful, and collaborative. I create confidential environment where you can feel fully heard, understood, and free to express yourself. Together, we take time to reflect, make sense of your experiences, and gently move toward healing, clarity , and personal growth. I offer therapy in English and Turkish.
I am a qualified therapist working with adults. Having completed a blend of qualifications within the field of psychology, psychotherapy and mental health, I have extensive relevant work experience in therapeutic environments over the years. My approach is warm, respectful, and collaborative. I create confidential environment where you can feel fully heard, understood, and free to express yourself. Together, we take time to reflect, make sense of your experiences, and gently move toward healing, clarity , and personal growth. I offer therapy in English and Turkish.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, unsure of who you are or what you want from life? Maybe you have lost touch with yourself and feel stuck and are searching for a place where you can talk things through and begin to make sense of it all.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can slow down, reflect, and start to understand your thoughts and emotions. Together, we can explore what’s going on for you, help you gain clarity, and begin to move forward in a way that feels authentic and right for you.
I’m committed to listening to your story and working collaboratively with you to find a way forward that truly fits.
Are you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, unsure of who you are or what you want from life? Maybe you have lost touch with yourself and feel stuck and are searching for a place where you can talk things through and begin to make sense of it all.
I offer a warm, non-judgemental space where you can slow down, reflect, and start to understand your thoughts and emotions. Together, we can explore what’s going on for you, help you gain clarity, and begin to move forward in a way that feels authentic and right for you.
I’m committed to listening to your story and working collaboratively with you to find a way forward that truly fits.
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.