Available Counselling in Southwark, London

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Gillian Carmichael
Counsellor, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
I specialize in working with couples. Whether you’re navigating conflict, rebuilding trust, or feeling disconnected, counselling offers a space for both of you to explore challenges and create meaningful change together. Relationships are complex, shaped by shared history, individual experiences, and the way we respond to one another. Sometimes, uncovering patterns from the past can lead to powerful breakthroughs in the present. I also work with individuals, helping to address a wide range of issues. The act of naming and exploring a challenge in a safe, non-judgmental space can bring relief and open the door to lasting growth.
I specialize in working with couples. Whether you’re navigating conflict, rebuilding trust, or feeling disconnected, counselling offers a space for both of you to explore challenges and create meaningful change together. Relationships are complex, shaped by shared history, individual experiences, and the way we respond to one another. Sometimes, uncovering patterns from the past can lead to powerful breakthroughs in the present. I also work with individuals, helping to address a wide range of issues. The act of naming and exploring a challenge in a safe, non-judgmental space can bring relief and open the door to lasting growth.
020 4538 5965 View 020 4538 5965
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Victoria Thomas
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
You may have spent years surviving—keeping your guard up, staying quiet, holding in anger or sadness because you were told to be strong or feared being judged. I work with people who’ve carried shame for too long—shame about what they’ve done, what they’ve been through, or what they had to become to make it through. As a Caribbean woman, I understand the weight of cultural silence, identity struggles, and how it feels to be marginalised or misunderstood in spaces that weren’t made for us. Therapy shouldn’t require you to code-switch, explain your background, or filter your truth. With me, you don’t have to shrink to fit the room
You may have spent years surviving—keeping your guard up, staying quiet, holding in anger or sadness because you were told to be strong or feared being judged. I work with people who’ve carried shame for too long—shame about what they’ve done, what they’ve been through, or what they had to become to make it through. As a Caribbean woman, I understand the weight of cultural silence, identity struggles, and how it feels to be marginalised or misunderstood in spaces that weren’t made for us. Therapy shouldn’t require you to code-switch, explain your background, or filter your truth. With me, you don’t have to shrink to fit the room
01260 544553 View 01260 544553
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Alexandra Oxley
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Southwark, London SE1
Sometimes outwardly we look like we are getting on with life and functioning just fine, but inside it can feel very different. Are you feeling stuck or alone, not managing in your relationships with others? Perhaps you need space to discuss confusing thoughts and emotions you can't understand and the conflicts that cause you distress.
Sometimes outwardly we look like we are getting on with life and functioning just fine, but inside it can feel very different. Are you feeling stuck or alone, not managing in your relationships with others? Perhaps you need space to discuss confusing thoughts and emotions you can't understand and the conflicts that cause you distress.
020 3728 8830 View 020 3728 8830
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Marc Whittaker
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
My role as therapist is to work alongside you, creating a supported, non-judgemental space, where we can explore together what you are experiencing, at a pace that feels safe. Together we can tackle themes like anxiety, hypervigilance, depression, dissociation, intrusive thoughts, or a combination of all. I will work with you to create a greater sense of internal balance, help you manage stress, resolve the impact of trauma, heal from, and navigate life transitions, relationships and through a new awareness, build a greater resilience,feeling better able to regulate emotions and less overwhelmed with the complexities of modern life.
My role as therapist is to work alongside you, creating a supported, non-judgemental space, where we can explore together what you are experiencing, at a pace that feels safe. Together we can tackle themes like anxiety, hypervigilance, depression, dissociation, intrusive thoughts, or a combination of all. I will work with you to create a greater sense of internal balance, help you manage stress, resolve the impact of trauma, heal from, and navigate life transitions, relationships and through a new awareness, build a greater resilience,feeling better able to regulate emotions and less overwhelmed with the complexities of modern life.
020 8090 5170 View 020 8090 5170
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Roy Graff
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Southwark, London SE1
I offer therapy following the Psychosynthesis modality, as a qualified counselor accredited by NCPS. My practice is informed by lived experience; a great deal of self-experimentation and exploration; a range of educational courses in radical honesty, non-violent communication and wheel of consent; and 7+ years of running workshops and facilitating groups. I have had a varied career in business development and marketing for 20+ years, living on different continents and collecting many life experiences. I have lived in Europe, the Middle East, North America and Asia.
I offer therapy following the Psychosynthesis modality, as a qualified counselor accredited by NCPS. My practice is informed by lived experience; a great deal of self-experimentation and exploration; a range of educational courses in radical honesty, non-violent communication and wheel of consent; and 7+ years of running workshops and facilitating groups. I have had a varied career in business development and marketing for 20+ years, living on different continents and collecting many life experiences. I have lived in Europe, the Middle East, North America and Asia.
020 4538 8658 View 020 4538 8658
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Katie Fowler
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Southwark, London SE1
I have over 10 years experience supporting people with Anxiety and Depression. I can help you to break out of unhelpful patterns in the way you think and behave, and get you feeling better again. I have extensive experience in working with Trauma, OCD and Low Self-Esteem. I also have training in working with ADHD and Autism. I have a special interest working with clients during the peri-natal period and with people trying to conceive. I can offer therapy to support with infertility, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, as well as relationship difficulties impacting on your mood.
I have over 10 years experience supporting people with Anxiety and Depression. I can help you to break out of unhelpful patterns in the way you think and behave, and get you feeling better again. I have extensive experience in working with Trauma, OCD and Low Self-Esteem. I also have training in working with ADHD and Autism. I have a special interest working with clients during the peri-natal period and with people trying to conceive. I can offer therapy to support with infertility, pregnancy loss, birth trauma, as well as relationship difficulties impacting on your mood.
020 4572 3985 View 020 4572 3985
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Sonia Barrachina
Counsellor, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Online Only
EMDR can offer a brief, focused treatment where you remain in control of your self-healing process and can empower you to make life changes. NICE and WHO recognize EMDR for the treatment of PTSD, but it also helps with various MH conditions. If you are a young person, adult, or elder that have experienced a traumatic event, is dealing with sleep difficulties, anxiety, emotional/self-confidence issues, intrusive memories/thoughts, or suffering from a phobia. You have wanted to act on this but have not found the time or the therapy that suits you. NOW might be the time. EMDR the approach, and I am right here to guide you through.
EMDR can offer a brief, focused treatment where you remain in control of your self-healing process and can empower you to make life changes. NICE and WHO recognize EMDR for the treatment of PTSD, but it also helps with various MH conditions. If you are a young person, adult, or elder that have experienced a traumatic event, is dealing with sleep difficulties, anxiety, emotional/self-confidence issues, intrusive memories/thoughts, or suffering from a phobia. You have wanted to act on this but have not found the time or the therapy that suits you. NOW might be the time. EMDR the approach, and I am right here to guide you through.
020 3834 8188 View 020 3834 8188
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Jackie Coombs
Counsellor
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
At certain points in everyone lives, there comes a time when life, work, family, loss, or the unhelpful ways you cope with stress can become overwhelming. I have worked with many people for over sixteen years who have experienced relational difficulties, I have experience in working with people who suffer with anxiety, depression, work related stress, relationship difficulties, addiction and addictive disorders, bereavement and loss. People who have been in recovery from addiction, and young people who have found self-isolation and lockdowns from Covid-19 too much to manage. Even though everyone has stopped talking about Covid.
At certain points in everyone lives, there comes a time when life, work, family, loss, or the unhelpful ways you cope with stress can become overwhelming. I have worked with many people for over sixteen years who have experienced relational difficulties, I have experience in working with people who suffer with anxiety, depression, work related stress, relationship difficulties, addiction and addictive disorders, bereavement and loss. People who have been in recovery from addiction, and young people who have found self-isolation and lockdowns from Covid-19 too much to manage. Even though everyone has stopped talking about Covid.
020 4538 8696 View 020 4538 8696
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Beyond Labels Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
I offer a supportive and affirming space for those navigating shame, trauma, LGBTQIA+ identities, kink, ENM, neurodivergence, and the layered complexities of living within racialised or minoritised identities. These are not simply clinical areas of expertise for me—they are human experiences that I approach with care, curiosity, and respect. I work with individuals, couples/intimate partners, and chosen families across a diverse range of identities and relationship structures. My therapeutic style is collaborative and relational, rooted in the belief that therapy should be a place where you feel seen, safe, and supported.
I offer a supportive and affirming space for those navigating shame, trauma, LGBTQIA+ identities, kink, ENM, neurodivergence, and the layered complexities of living within racialised or minoritised identities. These are not simply clinical areas of expertise for me—they are human experiences that I approach with care, curiosity, and respect. I work with individuals, couples/intimate partners, and chosen families across a diverse range of identities and relationship structures. My therapeutic style is collaborative and relational, rooted in the belief that therapy should be a place where you feel seen, safe, and supported.
020 3869 5368 View 020 3869 5368
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Victoria O'Callaghan
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
Whether you seek support for feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, help with experiences of trauma or the losses shading our lives, I offer a therapeutic service that can help you cultivate the self-awareness needed for lasting change. I can help you make sense of your experiences and develop new ways of living well. My practice involves being alongside you as you discover your capacity for living fully as yourself. I provide a safe, reflective space where you can become curious about what this means for you.
Whether you seek support for feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, help with experiences of trauma or the losses shading our lives, I offer a therapeutic service that can help you cultivate the self-awareness needed for lasting change. I can help you make sense of your experiences and develop new ways of living well. My practice involves being alongside you as you discover your capacity for living fully as yourself. I provide a safe, reflective space where you can become curious about what this means for you.
01273 092379 View 01273 092379
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Lesley Mitchell
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Southwark, London SE1
Perhaps you find yourself in unsatisfactory relationships with family, partners, friends or colleagues, unable to change what is happening between you. You may be experiencing recurring feelings of anxiety, frustration or worthlessness and finding it harder to manage them. Or you might simply need your own space in which to hear your own voice, so that you can discover what it is that you want. I provide a safe, calm, confidential space in which you can start to talk about what is troubling you. With increased self-understanding your relationship with yourself and with the world is more able to become the one you want.
Perhaps you find yourself in unsatisfactory relationships with family, partners, friends or colleagues, unable to change what is happening between you. You may be experiencing recurring feelings of anxiety, frustration or worthlessness and finding it harder to manage them. Or you might simply need your own space in which to hear your own voice, so that you can discover what it is that you want. I provide a safe, calm, confidential space in which you can start to talk about what is troubling you. With increased self-understanding your relationship with yourself and with the world is more able to become the one you want.
020 4538 0103 View 020 4538 0103
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Marie-Line Charler Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
A counselling environment with a warm and empathic space conducive to unravel what is troubling you, be it feeling stuck, low mood, stressed out, grieving or abused, is offered on a weekly basis. Sessions are client-led, which means that we will work at your own pace. Feeling heard and validated can help you find your voice, gain insight and make decisions that feel right for you.
A counselling environment with a warm and empathic space conducive to unravel what is troubling you, be it feeling stuck, low mood, stressed out, grieving or abused, is offered on a weekly basis. Sessions are client-led, which means that we will work at your own pace. Feeling heard and validated can help you find your voice, gain insight and make decisions that feel right for you.
020 4538 7779 View 020 4538 7779
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Silvia Vittoria Vitello
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
I am an Italian Constructivist Therapy. According to the abovementioned approach, I will use the therapeutic relationship dynamics to help the person achieve greater emotional and relational self-awareness. My master's degree in Clinical and Health psychology helped me to dive into the psychological treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral illnesses such as alcoholism, eating disorders, or depression. Thanks to a year-long experience in Canada, I also combine the clinical aspect with the cultural to provide a multifaceted approach where both cognitive, relational, and cultural aspects can be take into account.
I am an Italian Constructivist Therapy. According to the abovementioned approach, I will use the therapeutic relationship dynamics to help the person achieve greater emotional and relational self-awareness. My master's degree in Clinical and Health psychology helped me to dive into the psychological treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioral illnesses such as alcoholism, eating disorders, or depression. Thanks to a year-long experience in Canada, I also combine the clinical aspect with the cultural to provide a multifaceted approach where both cognitive, relational, and cultural aspects can be take into account.
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Dr Stewart Neill
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Online Only
I’m a devoted and passionate therapist with significant experience supporting people with diverse intersecting identities navigate difficulties with sex, sexuality, gender, identity and relationship diversity. I believe the therapeutic relationship to be an anchor for positive and meaningful change. Therefore, my aim is to provide a space that is accessible, compassionate, non-judgmental and affirmative.
I’m a devoted and passionate therapist with significant experience supporting people with diverse intersecting identities navigate difficulties with sex, sexuality, gender, identity and relationship diversity. I believe the therapeutic relationship to be an anchor for positive and meaningful change. Therefore, my aim is to provide a space that is accessible, compassionate, non-judgmental and affirmative.
020 4572 5118 View 020 4572 5118
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Dr Ritu Sethi
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Southwark, London SE1
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and British Psychological Society (BPS). Whatever the challenges you may be experiencing, I strive to foster a safe, respectful, and non-judgemental space, where you feel able to talk freely about your experiences. I endeavour to support you to work towards personal growth, develop resilience and feel empowered to break free from recurring patterns, to create lasting meaningful change. I have a deep passion and commitment to enable people to feel heard, gain a better understanding of the self and navigate life’s challenges.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and British Psychological Society (BPS). Whatever the challenges you may be experiencing, I strive to foster a safe, respectful, and non-judgemental space, where you feel able to talk freely about your experiences. I endeavour to support you to work towards personal growth, develop resilience and feel empowered to break free from recurring patterns, to create lasting meaningful change. I have a deep passion and commitment to enable people to feel heard, gain a better understanding of the self and navigate life’s challenges.
020 4572 4049 View 020 4572 4049
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Louisa North
Counsellor, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
Being able to share what is going on for you with someone who knows how to listen can bring enormous relief. Together we can explore what has brought you here and uncover the way back to feeling better and brighter about your life.
Being able to share what is going on for you with someone who knows how to listen can bring enormous relief. Together we can explore what has brought you here and uncover the way back to feeling better and brighter about your life.
020 8103 3892 View 020 8103 3892
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Shane Mackay
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
After qualifying thirteen years ago I worked for City & Hackney Mind (Mental Health Charity) for seven years as the Clinical Services Manager of the Psychological Therapies Team as well as the Clinical Supervisor for a large team of trainee/qualified counsellors/psychotherapists. My approach mainly draws on Psychoanalysis, Somatic & Neurobiological approaches along with Philosophy & Critical Theory. My approach is GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, Relationship Diversity) affirmative meaning i have a passion for and extensive experience supporting Queer & LGBTQI+ as well as other non-heteronormative ways of living/being.
After qualifying thirteen years ago I worked for City & Hackney Mind (Mental Health Charity) for seven years as the Clinical Services Manager of the Psychological Therapies Team as well as the Clinical Supervisor for a large team of trainee/qualified counsellors/psychotherapists. My approach mainly draws on Psychoanalysis, Somatic & Neurobiological approaches along with Philosophy & Critical Theory. My approach is GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, Relationship Diversity) affirmative meaning i have a passion for and extensive experience supporting Queer & LGBTQI+ as well as other non-heteronormative ways of living/being.
020 3870 4138 View 020 3870 4138
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Natalie Clarke
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Southwark, London SE1
I work with a wide variety of people, but people who have seen me include queer people, trans and non-binary people, neurodivergent people (especially ADHD and autistic women and afab people), people who are non-monogamous, people from a working class background, people of colour, sex workers, and people who practice kink/BDSM. I also frequently work with people who have auto-immune or chronic illness, and those with Long Covid. My therapeutic approach is influenced by queer theory, intersectional feminism and disability justice.
I work with a wide variety of people, but people who have seen me include queer people, trans and non-binary people, neurodivergent people (especially ADHD and autistic women and afab people), people who are non-monogamous, people from a working class background, people of colour, sex workers, and people who practice kink/BDSM. I also frequently work with people who have auto-immune or chronic illness, and those with Long Covid. My therapeutic approach is influenced by queer theory, intersectional feminism and disability justice.
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Diana Cheney
Psychotherapist, MA
Southwark, London SE1
Life can feel overwhelming. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship or family difficulties, unresolved trauma, or unexplained somatic symptoms. Maybe you struggle with pre and post natal depression. Perhaps you’ve noticed recurring patterns that hold you back but aren’t sure how to change them. With over 20 years of experience supporting adults, young people, and families, I offer a warm, accepting space where you can explore your challenges, gain insight, and move toward healing.
Life can feel overwhelming. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship or family difficulties, unresolved trauma, or unexplained somatic symptoms. Maybe you struggle with pre and post natal depression. Perhaps you’ve noticed recurring patterns that hold you back but aren’t sure how to change them. With over 20 years of experience supporting adults, young people, and families, I offer a warm, accepting space where you can explore your challenges, gain insight, and move toward healing.
020 4572 0380 View 020 4572 0380
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Carys Staton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
Hi, I’m Carys, an experienced integrative therapist based in Central London, working with individuals and couples. Our work together offers a grounded, collaborative space where I’ll be actively engaged in helping you explore what you’re going through with greater clarity. I’m here to gently explore and question patterns that may no longer serve you and support you in moving toward deeper connection—with yourself and with others. I bring curiosity, care, and commitment to our work, always at a pace that feels right for you.
Hi, I’m Carys, an experienced integrative therapist based in Central London, working with individuals and couples. Our work together offers a grounded, collaborative space where I’ll be actively engaged in helping you explore what you’re going through with greater clarity. I’m here to gently explore and question patterns that may no longer serve you and support you in moving toward deeper connection—with yourself and with others. I bring curiosity, care, and commitment to our work, always at a pace that feels right for you.
020 3870 2925 View 020 3870 2925