Chronic Pain Counselling in Southwark
Life can become overwhelming when anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, grief, depression, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties or major life changes begin to affect how you feel, think and cope day to day.
I offer integrative therapy, drawing on CBT, psychodynamic therapy and person-centred counselling. As a therapist and academic psychologist with a PhD in Psychology, I bring together warmth, clinical experience and evidence-based knowledge. I support clients with anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, grief, depression, neurodiversity, migration and identity.
Life can become overwhelming when anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, grief, depression, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties or major life changes begin to affect how you feel, think and cope day to day.
I offer integrative therapy, drawing on CBT, psychodynamic therapy and person-centred counselling. As a therapist and academic psychologist with a PhD in Psychology, I bring together warmth, clinical experience and evidence-based knowledge. I support clients with anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, grief, depression, neurodiversity, migration and identity.
Welcome! I am an NHS trauma psychotherapist specialising in trauma, CPTSD, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, grief and addiction. I work in a warm, collaborative way with clients who often appear highly functioning outwardly whilst privately feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted or stuck in survival mode despite understanding their difficulties intellectually. I integrate psychotherapy with EMDR therapy to support deep, lasting emotional change.
Welcome! I am an NHS trauma psychotherapist specialising in trauma, CPTSD, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, grief and addiction. I work in a warm, collaborative way with clients who often appear highly functioning outwardly whilst privately feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted or stuck in survival mode despite understanding their difficulties intellectually. I integrate psychotherapy with EMDR therapy to support deep, lasting emotional change.
Welcome to a safe place to talk. There are many reasons why people reach out for help. It may be connected with relationship difficulties, feeling lonely, suffering a bereavement, experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, struggling with depression, trauma, anger, low self-esteem, or work issues. Sometimes there is nothing specific to name. I am a qualified, registered and experienced therapist, holding a degree in psychology and I have been professionally trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am a member of the professional bodies UKCP and FPC.
Welcome to a safe place to talk. There are many reasons why people reach out for help. It may be connected with relationship difficulties, feeling lonely, suffering a bereavement, experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, struggling with depression, trauma, anger, low self-esteem, or work issues. Sometimes there is nothing specific to name. I am a qualified, registered and experienced therapist, holding a degree in psychology and I have been professionally trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am a member of the professional bodies UKCP and FPC.
Welcome! I'm Swani and I support people with anxiety, low mood, burnout, confidence building, self image, identity, family and relationships issues. Let's work together to support you to make sense of life and achieve conscious and choiceful living.
Welcome! I'm Swani and I support people with anxiety, low mood, burnout, confidence building, self image, identity, family and relationships issues. Let's work together to support you to make sense of life and achieve conscious and choiceful living.
My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration, and I offer a safe, thoughtful space in which clients can make sense of their life experiences with understanding and support.
My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and collaboration, and I offer a safe, thoughtful space in which clients can make sense of their life experiences with understanding and support.
I work with adults who feel anxious, low, overwhelmed or distressed, and stuck in patterns that don’t feel helpful. Some come with clear difficulties, while others have a sense that something isn’t quite right. I offer a warm, supportive and collaborative space where you can feel met and understood as we begin to make sense of your experiences and move towards change. The work aims to ease distress while helping you develop greater insight, feel more grounded, and live in a way that feels more aligned and meaningful to you.
I work with adults who feel anxious, low, overwhelmed or distressed, and stuck in patterns that don’t feel helpful. Some come with clear difficulties, while others have a sense that something isn’t quite right. I offer a warm, supportive and collaborative space where you can feel met and understood as we begin to make sense of your experiences and move towards change. The work aims to ease distress while helping you develop greater insight, feel more grounded, and live in a way that feels more aligned and meaningful to you.
Hi, I'm Lauren, and I'm a Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor. I provide counselling that is welcoming and inclusive, which helps people heal and make the changes they want to see in their lives. I have worked in counselling services for LGBTQ+ communities, carers, and people with complex mental health needs. I have particular experience working with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem, but welcome all people and all issues. Whatever brings you to counselling, you are welcome here, and I will support you with warmth and without judgement.
Hi, I'm Lauren, and I'm a Person-Centred Pluralistic Counsellor. I provide counselling that is welcoming and inclusive, which helps people heal and make the changes they want to see in their lives. I have worked in counselling services for LGBTQ+ communities, carers, and people with complex mental health needs. I have particular experience working with people who are struggling with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem, but welcome all people and all issues. Whatever brings you to counselling, you are welcome here, and I will support you with warmth and without judgement.
I'm Sarah. I offer Online and in-person Therapy and Executive Coaching and am founder of Soul Writing coaching. I believe change is possible.
We may use meditation and inner transformation work which calms your nervous system and decreases anxiety, for clients open to this way of working.
After a brain injury in 2004 I developed my own approach to using creative writing, storytelling work, breath work and somatic work to calm the nervous system.
By re-imagining the stories which shape and drive your life, change is possible. I call this approach Soul Writing Coaching - you can find out more on my website.
I'm Sarah. I offer Online and in-person Therapy and Executive Coaching and am founder of Soul Writing coaching. I believe change is possible.
We may use meditation and inner transformation work which calms your nervous system and decreases anxiety, for clients open to this way of working.
After a brain injury in 2004 I developed my own approach to using creative writing, storytelling work, breath work and somatic work to calm the nervous system.
By re-imagining the stories which shape and drive your life, change is possible. I call this approach Soul Writing Coaching - you can find out more on my website.
I offer therapy to both individuals and couples. I aim to provide you a safe, non judgmental and confidential space to explore whatever it is you are struggling with at your own pace. I believe that through exploration of your life experiences, it is possible to make changes when sometimes it can feel as though there is no hope. It takes a great deal of courage to seek out help and I believe that times of despair or crisis also provide significant opportunity for growth. So be it anxiety, depression or any other issue you would like to share, please send me an email or call and we can discuss arranging an initial appointment.
I offer therapy to both individuals and couples. I aim to provide you a safe, non judgmental and confidential space to explore whatever it is you are struggling with at your own pace. I believe that through exploration of your life experiences, it is possible to make changes when sometimes it can feel as though there is no hope. It takes a great deal of courage to seek out help and I believe that times of despair or crisis also provide significant opportunity for growth. So be it anxiety, depression or any other issue you would like to share, please send me an email or call and we can discuss arranging an initial appointment.
Hi, I'm Shanice, and I'm an integrative therapist. My aim is to hear you, support you in deepening your understanding of yourself and the the world around you and inspire change to live authentically. My background includes working within social enterprises, charities, higher education and creative industries. I have supported clients from a variety of backgrounds working through anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and neurodivergent issues. I believe that you are the expert of your own life so will support you by providing a space to reflect and challenge yourself by asking questions to make sense of your experiences.
Hi, I'm Shanice, and I'm an integrative therapist. My aim is to hear you, support you in deepening your understanding of yourself and the the world around you and inspire change to live authentically. My background includes working within social enterprises, charities, higher education and creative industries. I have supported clients from a variety of backgrounds working through anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and neurodivergent issues. I believe that you are the expert of your own life so will support you by providing a space to reflect and challenge yourself by asking questions to make sense of your experiences.
Hi there, I'm Will, and whatever brings you here today – welcome, maybe I can help. I'm a BACP registered counsellor based in London Bridge, Crystal Palace and online, offering therapy to individuals and couples. I work in a way that is kind, thoughtful and imaginative. First and foremost, I listen deeply – to the content and the process. Over time, I seek to make connections between patterns in your day-to-day life, to patterns from your past, to patterns in the dynamic between us. The result is a growing space of awareness around these that, grounded in a supportive relationship, fosters clarity, meaning and positive change.
Hi there, I'm Will, and whatever brings you here today – welcome, maybe I can help. I'm a BACP registered counsellor based in London Bridge, Crystal Palace and online, offering therapy to individuals and couples. I work in a way that is kind, thoughtful and imaginative. First and foremost, I listen deeply – to the content and the process. Over time, I seek to make connections between patterns in your day-to-day life, to patterns from your past, to patterns in the dynamic between us. The result is a growing space of awareness around these that, grounded in a supportive relationship, fosters clarity, meaning and positive change.
Do you have a neurological condition, such as a type of dementia or a chronic physical health condition (e.g. cancer, pain, MS etc.) which has affected your quality of life?
Having worked in mental health for 20+ years, I am an experienced therapist and supervisor providing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy - effective and evidence based treatments for a range of emotional difficulties as recommended by the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
Do you have a neurological condition, such as a type of dementia or a chronic physical health condition (e.g. cancer, pain, MS etc.) which has affected your quality of life?
Having worked in mental health for 20+ years, I am an experienced therapist and supervisor providing Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy - effective and evidence based treatments for a range of emotional difficulties as recommended by the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
I offer a calm, warm and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and bodily experiences at your own pace. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, carrying shame, feeling stuck, relationship challenges or simply curious about yourself, we can gently work together to make sense of what you’re going through. You don’t need to have everything figured out—just a willingness to begin. My approach is thoughtful, grounded, and somatically informed, recognising the connection between mind, body, and emotional experience.
I offer a calm, warm and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and bodily experiences at your own pace. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, carrying shame, feeling stuck, relationship challenges or simply curious about yourself, we can gently work together to make sense of what you’re going through. You don’t need to have everything figured out—just a willingness to begin. My approach is thoughtful, grounded, and somatically informed, recognising the connection between mind, body, and emotional experience.
You might be feeling stressed, overwhelmed, lonely, or stuck in difficult relationship patterns. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, reflect, and better understand what is happening beneath the surface.
I’m a bilingual psychotherapist offering sessions in English and French, online and in London Bridge and Greenwich. I work with individuals and couples, including young adults, who are looking for a supportive space to explore their experiences and relationships. Some are new to therapy, while others have already done personal work and want to go deeper.
You might be feeling stressed, overwhelmed, lonely, or stuck in difficult relationship patterns. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, reflect, and better understand what is happening beneath the surface.
I’m a bilingual psychotherapist offering sessions in English and French, online and in London Bridge and Greenwich. I work with individuals and couples, including young adults, who are looking for a supportive space to explore their experiences and relationships. Some are new to therapy, while others have already done personal work and want to go deeper.
I am an experienced registered Clinical Psychologist who provides psychological therapy. I understand that life can bring a number of challenges and there are many reasons why people may choose to seek therapy. I provide specialist support to help people with a range of difficulties such as, stress, anxiety, trauma, low mood or adjustment difficulties. I work in a holistic way that takes into account your values, neurodiversity, beliefs and culture in addition to providing you with evidenced-based skills, techniques and resources.
I am an experienced registered Clinical Psychologist who provides psychological therapy. I understand that life can bring a number of challenges and there are many reasons why people may choose to seek therapy. I provide specialist support to help people with a range of difficulties such as, stress, anxiety, trauma, low mood or adjustment difficulties. I work in a holistic way that takes into account your values, neurodiversity, beliefs and culture in addition to providing you with evidenced-based skills, techniques and resources.
Others are navigating significant life events, for example, parenthood, bereavement, illness, caring responsibilities, or divorce.
Psychodynamic psychotherapy offers something distinct, within a unique relationship: a space to think, feel, and reflect together — to explore what may be shaping your experience, including what lies outside awareness. Over time, insight can help you understand your inner world, emotions, relationships and patterns, opening the way to new possibilities.
Others are navigating significant life events, for example, parenthood, bereavement, illness, caring responsibilities, or divorce.
Psychodynamic psychotherapy offers something distinct, within a unique relationship: a space to think, feel, and reflect together — to explore what may be shaping your experience, including what lies outside awareness. Over time, insight can help you understand your inner world, emotions, relationships and patterns, opening the way to new possibilities.
Troubling thoughts, feelings, emotions, & repetitive behaviors can be safely explored & understood with the help of an experienced therapist. I work with individuals, couples & run workshops. I help people who are experiencing a broad range of issues such as low mood, anxiety, low self esteem, anger, loneliness, rejection, infidelity, dependency, stuckness, eating disorders, abusive relationships, & seeking meaning in life. I use the psychodynamic model & CBT when necessary. Apart from being a therapist, I am a lecturer at the Institute of Couples Therapy where l teach on the postgrad course. Visit www.citysanctuarytherapy.com
Troubling thoughts, feelings, emotions, & repetitive behaviors can be safely explored & understood with the help of an experienced therapist. I work with individuals, couples & run workshops. I help people who are experiencing a broad range of issues such as low mood, anxiety, low self esteem, anger, loneliness, rejection, infidelity, dependency, stuckness, eating disorders, abusive relationships, & seeking meaning in life. I use the psychodynamic model & CBT when necessary. Apart from being a therapist, I am a lecturer at the Institute of Couples Therapy where l teach on the postgrad course. Visit www.citysanctuarytherapy.com
I provide an open, warm and confidential space which enables clients to explore issues, which may have been difficult to deal with alone. I view therapy as an individual process and a journey of self discovery that create an opportunity to become aware of inner conflicts and unhelpful patterns of behaviour. I recognise that there is not one approach to therapy that will suit everyone. Hence, I incorporate integrative approach that means I can adapt therapy to each client and their individual needs. I can offer help and have worked with people struggling with a range of conditions including depression, anxiety or adjustment.
I provide an open, warm and confidential space which enables clients to explore issues, which may have been difficult to deal with alone. I view therapy as an individual process and a journey of self discovery that create an opportunity to become aware of inner conflicts and unhelpful patterns of behaviour. I recognise that there is not one approach to therapy that will suit everyone. Hence, I incorporate integrative approach that means I can adapt therapy to each client and their individual needs. I can offer help and have worked with people struggling with a range of conditions including depression, anxiety or adjustment.
We think together about how you feel, any patterns and feelings of stuckness, and how these might be protecting you from pain.
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.
We think together about how you feel, any patterns and feelings of stuckness, and how these might be protecting you from pain.
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.
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of low mood and stress? Do you feel like you're coping on the outside while struggling on the inside? Are you hoping to better understand yourself and create lasting change? Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, trauma and relationship difficulties. I also support people with ADHD and autism to better understand their experiences, navigate challenges, and build on their strengths.
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of low mood and stress? Do you feel like you're coping on the outside while struggling on the inside? Are you hoping to better understand yourself and create lasting change? Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, trauma and relationship difficulties. I also support people with ADHD and autism to better understand their experiences, navigate challenges, and build on their strengths.
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Chronic Pain Counsellors
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.