Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in South West London

Dr. Chris James - Sleep Specialist & Adult ADHD
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep and ADHD specialist with 20+ years of experience providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, OCD, health anxiety, phobias, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
For others, it's about building on existing skills - how to get more out of relationships, improving communication, being more assertive, boosting your sleep and performance, learning to be the best version of yourself.
I'm a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and sleep and ADHD specialist with 20+ years of experience providing evidence-based psychological interventions (including CBT) for a range of difficulties including insomnia, adult ADHD, anxiety, work-related stress and burnout, trauma, OCD, health anxiety, phobias, self-esteem issues and relationship difficulties.
029 2271 1631 View 029 2271 1631
Albie Mew-Davies
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
South West London, London SW19
My approach is evidence-based: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and CBT-I for insomnia.
My approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): learning to relate differently to anxious thoughts, self-criticism, and difficult emotions. As an Integrative Psychotherapist (MBACP), I tailor every session to you. I lecture in ACT at Canterbury Christ Church University, alongside clinical roles at The Priory Group and St Barnabas Hospice.
My approach is evidence-based: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and CBT-I for insomnia.
My approach is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): learning to relate differently to anxious thoughts, self-criticism, and difficult emotions. As an Integrative Psychotherapist (MBACP), I tailor every session to you. I lecture in ACT at Canterbury Christ Church University, alongside clinical roles at The Priory Group and St Barnabas Hospice.
01293 222847 View 01293 222847
Dr Anjulie Dhillon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Health Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have had experience of working with a wide variety of clients such as those with adjustment to long term conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, heart-related conditions, sleep issues and burn injuries.
Hi, I'm Anjulie! I appreciate you coming here and taking the time to look at my profile. It is so important to me that the individual I am sat with, feels safe and comfortable and therefore I will do my absolute best to help you feel at ease. In order for us to work well together, a strong foundation of trust is so important. To begin with, we will spend some time getting to know each other and then together, we can think about what may help you move forward. My aim is to offer a warm, compassion, safe space for you to feel that you can talk to me.
I have had experience of working with a wide variety of clients such as those with adjustment to long term conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, heart-related conditions, sleep issues and burn injuries.
Hi, I'm Anjulie! I appreciate you coming here and taking the time to look at my profile. It is so important to me that the individual I am sat with, feels safe and comfortable and therefore I will do my absolute best to help you feel at ease. In order for us to work well together, a strong foundation of trust is so important. To begin with, we will spend some time getting to know each other and then together, we can think about what may help you move forward. My aim is to offer a warm, compassion, safe space for you to feel that you can talk to me.
020 4538 6712 View 020 4538 6712
Christy Reynolds
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
I specialise in sleep issues including in neurodivergent people.
You’re probably functioning well by most measures. You show up with family and at work, you deliver, you hold things together. But you haven’t slept properly in a long time and the gap between how you look and how you actually feel is getting harder to sustain. The 3am wake. The mind that won’t stop. The moments where you’re just not yourself with the people who matter most. Some of the people I work with are also teenagers referred by their parents, who have tried everything available to them and are still watching their capable, driven young person quietly unravel ahead of exams, worried about what this might mean for them.
I specialise in sleep issues including in neurodivergent people.
You’re probably functioning well by most measures. You show up with family and at work, you deliver, you hold things together. But you haven’t slept properly in a long time and the gap between how you look and how you actually feel is getting harder to sustain. The 3am wake. The mind that won’t stop. The moments where you’re just not yourself with the people who matter most. Some of the people I work with are also teenagers referred by their parents, who have tried everything available to them and are still watching their capable, driven young person quietly unravel ahead of exams, worried about what this might mean for them.
020 3872 2178 View 020 3872 2178
Donna Shirfield
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am a registered CBT therapist specialising in anxiety and depression, with 20 years of experience in charity work, private practice, and the last 10 years in the NHS. I believe that truly authentic, non-judgmental sessions are a vital part of my approach. During our time together, lasting 60 to 90 minutes, depending on your needs, we will gently explore your issues, seek to understand what keeps them in place, and work collaboratively to help improve your feelings, mood, and their effects on your daily life and relationships.
I am a registered CBT therapist specialising in anxiety and depression, with 20 years of experience in charity work, private practice, and the last 10 years in the NHS. I believe that truly authentic, non-judgmental sessions are a vital part of my approach. During our time together, lasting 60 to 90 minutes, depending on your needs, we will gently explore your issues, seek to understand what keeps them in place, and work collaboratively to help improve your feelings, mood, and their effects on your daily life and relationships.
020 4634 7756 View 020 4634 7756
Dr Gareth Davies
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi there and welcome. I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing emotional difficulties relating to grief, loss, shame, blame or self-criticism, and working on healing the impact of trauma/ PTSD. I take a very holistic approach, so whether you feel grief or pain about the past, fear about the future, or anything in between, I’d love to help. I specialise in working with older adults and the LGBTQ+ community and I’m particularly experienced in working with gender identity, sexuality and wider identity concerns.
Hi there and welcome. I am passionate about working with people who are experiencing emotional difficulties relating to grief, loss, shame, blame or self-criticism, and working on healing the impact of trauma/ PTSD. I take a very holistic approach, so whether you feel grief or pain about the past, fear about the future, or anything in between, I’d love to help. I specialise in working with older adults and the LGBTQ+ community and I’m particularly experienced in working with gender identity, sexuality and wider identity concerns.
029 2271 4421 View 029 2271 4421
Paula A. Arriazu
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
South West London, London SW9
Hi there! I am a Trauma specialist working across the lifespan. I support people that have experiences of trauma, anxiety & low mood and/or that are facing challenges relating to self-esteem, sexuality, gender identity, oppression and prejudice. I offer an open and trusting space that is co-produced, trauma informed and psychosocially minded with the aim of supporting people to rebuild a sense of safety and empowerement that allows them to address and process the difficulties they are facing. Together, we will explore what might be the best use of the therapeutic space-to ensure that it is helpful and addressing need.
Hi there! I am a Trauma specialist working across the lifespan. I support people that have experiences of trauma, anxiety & low mood and/or that are facing challenges relating to self-esteem, sexuality, gender identity, oppression and prejudice. I offer an open and trusting space that is co-produced, trauma informed and psychosocially minded with the aim of supporting people to rebuild a sense of safety and empowerement that allows them to address and process the difficulties they are facing. Together, we will explore what might be the best use of the therapeutic space-to ensure that it is helpful and addressing need.
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Sharon Hartshorne
Psychotherapist, MBACP
South West London, London SW19
As a qualified and experienced Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, I provide a confidential, safe and supportive space for you to begin to process your feelings, come to terms with your losses and find a way forward. I have experience of supporting people with many different issues including and not limited to; anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship issues, abuse, anger, family and/or group conflict, problems at work, bereavement and loss including; family members, partners, pets, friends, careers and anything else that was really important to you. Please feel free to contact me about whatever is on your mind.
As a qualified and experienced Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, I provide a confidential, safe and supportive space for you to begin to process your feelings, come to terms with your losses and find a way forward. I have experience of supporting people with many different issues including and not limited to; anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship issues, abuse, anger, family and/or group conflict, problems at work, bereavement and loss including; family members, partners, pets, friends, careers and anything else that was really important to you. Please feel free to contact me about whatever is on your mind.
020 3848 2358 View 020 3848 2358
Natalie Hepworth
Psychotherapist, COSRT Reg.
Online Only
I’m a Relationship Therapist with a specialism in working with parents (couples, co-parents and single parents) to improve communication, manage conflict and parenting challenges; rebuild intimacy and trust, and approach parenthood as a team. Couples might be struggling with roles & responsibilities, sex & intimacy, conflict & tension, “roommate syndrome”, infidelity & betrayal, or issues stemming from their own childhood. While co-parents might focus on communication, boundaries and managing blended families. Single parents may want to work on recovering from separation, unhealthy relationship patterns, or starting to date again.
I’m a Relationship Therapist with a specialism in working with parents (couples, co-parents and single parents) to improve communication, manage conflict and parenting challenges; rebuild intimacy and trust, and approach parenthood as a team. Couples might be struggling with roles & responsibilities, sex & intimacy, conflict & tension, “roommate syndrome”, infidelity & betrayal, or issues stemming from their own childhood. While co-parents might focus on communication, boundaries and managing blended families. Single parents may want to work on recovering from separation, unhealthy relationship patterns, or starting to date again.
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Nicholas Harrop
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am an integrative counsellor, which means that I use a range of approaches, depending on what might work for you. This could include exploring immediate pressures you face, looking at how previous experiences are affecting you now, or focusing on ways to live a more fulfilling life. You might be coming to counselling for different reasons – including because you’re feeling anxious, depressed or lonely, because you’re facing life changes, or because you’re struggling to deal with something in your past. Whatever you’re going through, we can look at how you handle difficult situations and relationships, and what might help.
I am an integrative counsellor, which means that I use a range of approaches, depending on what might work for you. This could include exploring immediate pressures you face, looking at how previous experiences are affecting you now, or focusing on ways to live a more fulfilling life. You might be coming to counselling for different reasons – including because you’re feeling anxious, depressed or lonely, because you’re facing life changes, or because you’re struggling to deal with something in your past. Whatever you’re going through, we can look at how you handle difficult situations and relationships, and what might help.
020 4572 3970 View 020 4572 3970
Dr Paul Nicholas Davies
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
South West London, London SW6
Feeling stuck despite knowing you're capable of more? I work with men who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties or low confidence and who want practical help to get life moving forwards again. Many of those who I work with have never had therapy before. They don't want years of analysing every thought—they want someone who will help them understand what's keeping them stuck, make sense of what's happening, and develop a clear plan for change.
Feeling stuck despite knowing you're capable of more? I work with men who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties or low confidence and who want practical help to get life moving forwards again. Many of those who I work with have never had therapy before. They don't want years of analysing every thought—they want someone who will help them understand what's keeping them stuck, make sense of what's happening, and develop a clear plan for change.
020 3376 8381 View 020 3376 8381
Talya Tirtiryan
Psychologist, GMBPsS
Online Only
Lasting change happens when we stop fighting our emotions and start understanding them. Are you struggling with anxiety, unresolved trauma, or mood that feels heavy? You might be functioning well on the surface, but underneath, you’re exhausted by patterns that no longer serve you. I believe that while you are the expert in your own life, everyone needs a guide to help navigate the fog. Together, we can work toward a genuine reconnection with your ideal self and create the lasting change you deserve.
Lasting change happens when we stop fighting our emotions and start understanding them. Are you struggling with anxiety, unresolved trauma, or mood that feels heavy? You might be functioning well on the surface, but underneath, you’re exhausted by patterns that no longer serve you. I believe that while you are the expert in your own life, everyone needs a guide to help navigate the fog. Together, we can work toward a genuine reconnection with your ideal self and create the lasting change you deserve.
020 4572 5673 View 020 4572 5673
Sarah J Peach (SJP Therapy)
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
South West London, London SW11
Hello, I'm Sarah. I am a compassionate, trauma-trained therapist who can offer you a safe and confidential space within which we can explore the issues and difficulties you might be facing in your life, with empathy and without judgement. My specialisation is in helping with trauma, including recent or historic sexual abuse and/or other violence. We might explore low self-worth, loneliness, guilt, shame, anger, feelings of being misunderstood, humiliated or control issues and other possibly connected behaviours or feelings. I also provide help with anxiety and depression, dating and relationships and that powerful inner critic!
Hello, I'm Sarah. I am a compassionate, trauma-trained therapist who can offer you a safe and confidential space within which we can explore the issues and difficulties you might be facing in your life, with empathy and without judgement. My specialisation is in helping with trauma, including recent or historic sexual abuse and/or other violence. We might explore low self-worth, loneliness, guilt, shame, anger, feelings of being misunderstood, humiliated or control issues and other possibly connected behaviours or feelings. I also provide help with anxiety and depression, dating and relationships and that powerful inner critic!
020 3823 6503 View 020 3823 6503
Annmarie Eaton
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
South West London, London SW20
Are you finding life difficult? Perhaps you are dealing with unexpected changes or just feeling a bit stuck. Life doesn’t always go to plan. Sometimes we find ourselves facing feelings and situations we don’t know how to deal with. I will support you to process your experiences and feelings in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental setting. Helping you to rebuild a secure sense of self that will allow you feel more calm and centered.
Are you finding life difficult? Perhaps you are dealing with unexpected changes or just feeling a bit stuck. Life doesn’t always go to plan. Sometimes we find ourselves facing feelings and situations we don’t know how to deal with. I will support you to process your experiences and feelings in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental setting. Helping you to rebuild a secure sense of self that will allow you feel more calm and centered.
020 3962 2168 View 020 3962 2168
Jenn Becker
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
I work as a Long Term Conditions Lead in the NHS utilising CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), helping people to understand their anxiety, low mood, trauma, burnout, sleep difficulties, long COVID, and the emotional impact of physical health conditions
Hi, I am Jenn, a CBT therapist and Registered Mental Health Nurse. Taking the first step towards therapy can feel difficult, but I will support you every step of the way where we can explore the challenges affecting your wellbeing. I firmly believe that the strength of the therapeutic relationship is paramount in facilitating positive outcomes and lasting change. Compassionate care is a cornerstone of my practice, and I create a safe and nurturing space where my clients feel valued, understood, and supported as they work towards improving their mental health.
I work as a Long Term Conditions Lead in the NHS utilising CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), helping people to understand their anxiety, low mood, trauma, burnout, sleep difficulties, long COVID, and the emotional impact of physical health conditions
Hi, I am Jenn, a CBT therapist and Registered Mental Health Nurse. Taking the first step towards therapy can feel difficult, but I will support you every step of the way where we can explore the challenges affecting your wellbeing. I firmly believe that the strength of the therapeutic relationship is paramount in facilitating positive outcomes and lasting change. Compassionate care is a cornerstone of my practice, and I create a safe and nurturing space where my clients feel valued, understood, and supported as they work towards improving their mental health.
020 4652 8051 View 020 4652 8051
Kirit Vadgama
Counsellor, MBACP
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
Stephanie Mattioni
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
South West London, London SW3
Many people I work with are managing their lives outwardly — work, relationships, responsibilities — while internally feeling under pressure, overwhelmed, or close to exhaustion. They may have tried to make sense of what’s going on, but still feel stuck. People come to therapy with anxiety, the impact of past experiences, relationship difficulties, or during periods of crisis or transition. I offer a calm space to slow down, understand what feels difficult to carry, and begin to find a way forward.
Many people I work with are managing their lives outwardly — work, relationships, responsibilities — while internally feeling under pressure, overwhelmed, or close to exhaustion. They may have tried to make sense of what’s going on, but still feel stuck. People come to therapy with anxiety, the impact of past experiences, relationship difficulties, or during periods of crisis or transition. I offer a calm space to slow down, understand what feels difficult to carry, and begin to find a way forward.
020 3838 0660 View 020 3838 0660
Rossana Basile
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
South West London, London SW1W
Hello, I am a Licensed Psychologist who works with individuals both via telehealth and in my consulting room at Eaton Gate. While I work with a wide range of issues, I have special expertise in the treatment of eating difficulties and body image concerns, as well as in working with people who have experienced trauma, often early on in life, and who may struggle with their sense of self, with managing intense emotions and in their relationships with others. Therapy can be a life-changing experience, and people start therapy for a variety of reasons.
Hello, I am a Licensed Psychologist who works with individuals both via telehealth and in my consulting room at Eaton Gate. While I work with a wide range of issues, I have special expertise in the treatment of eating difficulties and body image concerns, as well as in working with people who have experienced trauma, often early on in life, and who may struggle with their sense of self, with managing intense emotions and in their relationships with others. Therapy can be a life-changing experience, and people start therapy for a variety of reasons.
020 4572 4183 View 020 4572 4183
Dr Sandra Darmanin
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I work with clients that are often operating under sustained psychological load inciting stress, anxiety, burnout , decision fatigue, emotional isolation, relationship issues, or a nervous system that has learned to stay on alert. My clients are not looking for someone who just listens to them , gives reassurance, or surface-level strategies. They come to me for clarity without judgement, depth and intensive short term results and a space where insight leads to real, sustainable change. I am very active in the session and offer results
I work with clients that are often operating under sustained psychological load inciting stress, anxiety, burnout , decision fatigue, emotional isolation, relationship issues, or a nervous system that has learned to stay on alert. My clients are not looking for someone who just listens to them , gives reassurance, or surface-level strategies. They come to me for clarity without judgement, depth and intensive short term results and a space where insight leads to real, sustainable change. I am very active in the session and offer results
01260 542106 View 01260 542106
Dr Sandra Couto
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
South West London, London SW7
Some struggle with poor sleep, self-doubt, or relationship tensions, including repeating attachment patterns that leave them feeling unseen or unfulfilled.
I specialise in supporting people under pressure by working collaboratively to reduce stress, lift low mood, and ease anxiety. Drawing on CBT, psychodynamic and attachment-based approaches, I tailor therapy to each person, helping with immediate challenges while exploring deeper patterns in how they relate to themselves and others.
Some struggle with poor sleep, self-doubt, or relationship tensions, including repeating attachment patterns that leave them feeling unseen or unfulfilled.
I specialise in supporting people under pressure by working collaboratively to reduce stress, lift low mood, and ease anxiety. Drawing on CBT, psychodynamic and attachment-based approaches, I tailor therapy to each person, helping with immediate challenges while exploring deeper patterns in how they relate to themselves and others.
020 3195 4395 View 020 3195 4395

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Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.

Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.

Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.

What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.