Depression Counselling in Southwark, London
I can offer help and have worked with people struggling with a range of conditions including depression, anxiety or adjustment.
Over last 15 years, I acquired comprehensive experience of specialist psychological assessment, interventions and support clients with complex emotional needs such as severe depression, anxiety, stress, low -self-esteem or abuse, but also relationship and personality difficulties. I specialise in providing support to individuals experiencing health problems.
I can offer help and have worked with people struggling with a range of conditions including depression, anxiety or adjustment.
Over last 15 years, I acquired comprehensive experience of specialist psychological assessment, interventions and support clients with complex emotional needs such as severe depression, anxiety, stress, low -self-esteem or abuse, but also relationship and personality difficulties. I specialise in providing support to individuals experiencing health problems.
I work collaboratively with adults with a range of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, self-harm tendencies and feelings of isolation.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is rooted in the concept of exploring unconscious mental processes and recurring patterns of behaving and relating which may be causing emotional and physical symptoms.It is a talking therapy aimed at developing awareness and understanding of unknown aspects of the self which feel vulnerable and which need care and expression.
I work collaboratively with adults with a range of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, self-harm tendencies and feelings of isolation.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is rooted in the concept of exploring unconscious mental processes and recurring patterns of behaving and relating which may be causing emotional and physical symptoms.It is a talking therapy aimed at developing awareness and understanding of unknown aspects of the self which feel vulnerable and which need care and expression.
Congratulations on taking the initiative to explore how you might nurture your mental health and well-being, whether you wish to improve personal or professional relationships, reach your full potential, achieve a better work-life balance, manage the challenges of working in stressful environments, cope with loss, stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, prejudice and unconscious bias, or to gain a deeper understanding of your feelings, thoughts and behaviours.
I am a qualified and experienced Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Executive Coach. I trained in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy at the Metanoia Institute in London and hold an MSc in Executive Coaching from Ashridge Hult Business School. I tailor my approach to cross the divide between counselling and coaching according to individual client needs.
Congratulations on taking the initiative to explore how you might nurture your mental health and well-being, whether you wish to improve personal or professional relationships, reach your full potential, achieve a better work-life balance, manage the challenges of working in stressful environments, cope with loss, stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, prejudice and unconscious bias, or to gain a deeper understanding of your feelings, thoughts and behaviours.
I am a qualified and experienced Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Executive Coach. I trained in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy at the Metanoia Institute in London and hold an MSc in Executive Coaching from Ashridge Hult Business School. I tailor my approach to cross the divide between counselling and coaching according to individual client needs.
I specialise in eating disorders and can also help with anxiety disorders and depression.
I am an Occupational Therapist and Cognitive-Behavioural therapist. I want to support you in having a meaningful life despite your difficulties. I believe in the importance of personal recovery and that there is hope for everyone. I can help you be more confident in yourself, find ways to manage negative thoughts, find motivation to participate in a range of meaningful occupations; replace unhealthy routines with healthier ones; rebuild your identity by developing new roles outside of the illness, manage emotions and improve motivation and confidence in a range of day-to-day tasks. I can also help you manage your symptoms.
I specialise in eating disorders and can also help with anxiety disorders and depression.
I am an Occupational Therapist and Cognitive-Behavioural therapist. I want to support you in having a meaningful life despite your difficulties. I believe in the importance of personal recovery and that there is hope for everyone. I can help you be more confident in yourself, find ways to manage negative thoughts, find motivation to participate in a range of meaningful occupations; replace unhealthy routines with healthier ones; rebuild your identity by developing new roles outside of the illness, manage emotions and improve motivation and confidence in a range of day-to-day tasks. I can also help you manage your symptoms.
I have worked with issues including: grief, isolation, racism, low self-esteem, depression, burnout, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, spirituality and existential crisis.
As an existential therapist (MUPCA qualified. UKCP pre-accredited), I am curious about what feels important for you in the context of your world and lived experience.
Understanding that trauma can leave life feeling unbearable and meaningless, I offer a consistent, compassionate space where you can begin to share these difficult experiences and be heard.
I have worked with issues including: grief, isolation, racism, low self-esteem, depression, burnout, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, spirituality and existential crisis.
As an existential therapist (MUPCA qualified. UKCP pre-accredited), I am curious about what feels important for you in the context of your world and lived experience.
Understanding that trauma can leave life feeling unbearable and meaningless, I offer a consistent, compassionate space where you can begin to share these difficult experiences and be heard.
I have worked with a diverse variety of people that have experienced C-PTSD, depression, grief, anxiety, bipolar disorder, various personality disorders, identity-related issues (race, gender and sexuality), obsessive & intrusive states, hearing voices, paranoia, suicidality and many other attachment-based wounding and relational issues
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.
I have worked with a diverse variety of people that have experienced C-PTSD, depression, grief, anxiety, bipolar disorder, various personality disorders, identity-related issues (race, gender and sexuality), obsessive & intrusive states, hearing voices, paranoia, suicidality and many other attachment-based wounding and relational issues
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.
I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and identity or life transition issues.
My ideal client is reflective and thoughtful, often seen as strong by others but privately struggling with self-doubt, anxiety, or relationship difficulties. They may feel stuck in old patterns and long for deeper self-understanding. They come to therapy not just for quick fixes, but to make lasting inner change—seeking clarity, emotional freedom, and a more authentic connection to themselves and others.
I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and identity or life transition issues.
My ideal client is reflective and thoughtful, often seen as strong by others but privately struggling with self-doubt, anxiety, or relationship difficulties. They may feel stuck in old patterns and long for deeper self-understanding. They come to therapy not just for quick fixes, but to make lasting inner change—seeking clarity, emotional freedom, and a more authentic connection to themselves and others.
You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-doubt or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns.
I have specialist training in trauma and extensive experience working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism and ADHD and I am committed to providing neurodivergent-affirming therapeutic care. Therapy with me is warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative, focusing on both insight and practical tools to foster meaningful and lasting change.
You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, self-doubt or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns.
I have specialist training in trauma and extensive experience working with neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism and ADHD and I am committed to providing neurodivergent-affirming therapeutic care. Therapy with me is warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative, focusing on both insight and practical tools to foster meaningful and lasting change.
Practising in both private and charity sectors, my background includes working with anxiety, depression, sexuality and identity alongside bereavement and loss.
As a psychodynamic therapist I offer once weekly face-to-face therapy in a supportive, understanding environment. My approach encourages self-reflection and self-examination, allowing you to understand the influence of the past on present behaviour and feelings. This enables you to examine unresolved conflicts and their consequences, giving you back more control in daily life. Working within the ethical framework of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, I provide confidential and non-judgemental counselling to individuals looking for short term and open ended therapy on a variety of issues, offering you space to take a positive step towards insight and awareness.
Practising in both private and charity sectors, my background includes working with anxiety, depression, sexuality and identity alongside bereavement and loss.
As a psychodynamic therapist I offer once weekly face-to-face therapy in a supportive, understanding environment. My approach encourages self-reflection and self-examination, allowing you to understand the influence of the past on present behaviour and feelings. This enables you to examine unresolved conflicts and their consequences, giving you back more control in daily life. Working within the ethical framework of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists, I provide confidential and non-judgemental counselling to individuals looking for short term and open ended therapy on a variety of issues, offering you space to take a positive step towards insight and awareness.
I am experienced in working with anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationship problems, addiction and traumatic experiences.
We live complex lives, pressured by change. Today’s “global connectivity” may leave us feeling isolated from those we care about – and at times from ourselves. Over the past years, I have developed my private practice, as well as volunteering for a national mental health charity.
I am experienced in working with anxiety, depression, anger issues, relationship problems, addiction and traumatic experiences.
We live complex lives, pressured by change. Today’s “global connectivity” may leave us feeling isolated from those we care about – and at times from ourselves. Over the past years, I have developed my private practice, as well as volunteering for a national mental health charity.
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.
I can offer sessions in the morning, during the day and evenings in my private practice located at London Bridge within close proximity of public transport links. I provide both long-term open ended psychotherapy and short-term focussed therapy (12 sessions).
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.
I can offer sessions in the morning, during the day and evenings in my private practice located at London Bridge within close proximity of public transport links. I provide both long-term open ended psychotherapy and short-term focussed therapy (12 sessions).
Lonely and depressed?
They have left with their self-esteem restored, and with a deeper understanding of themselves. As a bereavement counsellor I have helped depressed and grieving clients to see the light and find some peace. Being an émigré myself, I understand homesickness and cultural difference. For years I worked in the corporate world and experienced its pressures.
Lonely and depressed?
They have left with their self-esteem restored, and with a deeper understanding of themselves. As a bereavement counsellor I have helped depressed and grieving clients to see the light and find some peace. Being an émigré myself, I understand homesickness and cultural difference. For years I worked in the corporate world and experienced its pressures.
This can be due to specific psychological difficulties, such as depression or anxiety, feeling sad, difficult early life experiences, traumatic events, high-stress levels, or a general sense of feeling unfulfilled.
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist offering psychological therapy to adults (18+) on a short- to long-term basis. I am also Clinical Director of the London City Therapy Clinic.
This can be due to specific psychological difficulties, such as depression or anxiety, feeling sad, difficult early life experiences, traumatic events, high-stress levels, or a general sense of feeling unfulfilled.
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist offering psychological therapy to adults (18+) on a short- to long-term basis. I am also Clinical Director of the London City Therapy Clinic.
I specialise in the following areas anxiety/generalised anxiety disorder, depression, stress, bereavement, trauma, low self esteem, abuse, bipolar, obsessive compulsive disorder and relationship problems.
Reaching out for help can be hard but it is an important step in the right direction towards living your life fully. Sometimes trying to navigate through life alone can be confusing and speaking to friends or family can often be too difficult, this is why talking to a neutral professional counsellor can provide you with the support you need. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can explore the areas of your life that you are struggling with. By exploring your thoughts, feelings and behaviours of the past and present I can help you gain better self-awareness and overcome the obstacles weighing you down.
I specialise in the following areas anxiety/generalised anxiety disorder, depression, stress, bereavement, trauma, low self esteem, abuse, bipolar, obsessive compulsive disorder and relationship problems.
Reaching out for help can be hard but it is an important step in the right direction towards living your life fully. Sometimes trying to navigate through life alone can be confusing and speaking to friends or family can often be too difficult, this is why talking to a neutral professional counsellor can provide you with the support you need. I offer a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space where you can explore the areas of your life that you are struggling with. By exploring your thoughts, feelings and behaviours of the past and present I can help you gain better self-awareness and overcome the obstacles weighing you down.
Perhaps you want to relieve depression or anxiety?
My training in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) and other therapy approaches, allows me to tailor the sessions to best support your specific needs. I am warm and compassionate, but I won’t just sit and listen. I'll be actively engaged with you; working to help provide relief from painful feelings and to restore your well-being.
Perhaps you want to relieve depression or anxiety?
My training in Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) and other therapy approaches, allows me to tailor the sessions to best support your specific needs. I am warm and compassionate, but I won’t just sit and listen. I'll be actively engaged with you; working to help provide relief from painful feelings and to restore your well-being.
I also have experience dealing with depression and anxiety.
I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.
I also have experience dealing with depression and anxiety.
I was born and raised in multicultural societies all my life. Living in several different countries on 3 different continents (United Arab Emirates, Canada, Pakistan, Wales and England) has given me unique knowledge about culturally adapting therapy. It has also taught me to understand and work with many different kinds of people. I believe in building a strong therapeutic relationship with the client to create a safe and comfortable space to address and potentially alleviate psychological trauma. I have extensive experience adapting contemporary therapy and counselling and tailoring it to unique cultural nuances.
My specialist area is working with trauma; domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression.
Counselling is a therapeutic space that can offer you the opportunity to explore the dynamics of your life, privately and confidentially. Below are some questions that my resonate with you. Do you feel numb, detached, or overwhelmed with emotions; such as anger, sadness or loneliness? Have you ever felt as if those around you don't understand what you're going through? Do you feel stuck, not knowing who to turn to or what direction to take in life? Are those that are close to you the cause of or contributing to your distress?
My specialist area is working with trauma; domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anxiety and depression.
Counselling is a therapeutic space that can offer you the opportunity to explore the dynamics of your life, privately and confidentially. Below are some questions that my resonate with you. Do you feel numb, detached, or overwhelmed with emotions; such as anger, sadness or loneliness? Have you ever felt as if those around you don't understand what you're going through? Do you feel stuck, not knowing who to turn to or what direction to take in life? Are those that are close to you the cause of or contributing to your distress?
They can be stuck for many reasons, but commonly this is anxiety, depression or life events, including the death of someone close, the loss of a job or illness, to name a few.
I work integratively, which means that I have a toolkit of approaches that we choose from, guided by where the source of your problems lie, e.g. if you believe you have several parts of you that argue internally, we may run an experiment to make the conversations explicit so we can examine the internal conflict and negotiate a way forward.
They can be stuck for many reasons, but commonly this is anxiety, depression or life events, including the death of someone close, the loss of a job or illness, to name a few.
I work integratively, which means that I have a toolkit of approaches that we choose from, guided by where the source of your problems lie, e.g. if you believe you have several parts of you that argue internally, we may run an experiment to make the conversations explicit so we can examine the internal conflict and negotiate a way forward.
Stress, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, bereavement, anger, low self-esteem, and loneliness are just some of the reasons why you might want to try psychotherapy.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist in private practice, and I welcome anyone who feels that psychotherapy may provide the opportunity to consider their life. It is a collaborative process between the person seeking help and myself. It affords the chance to discover in which direction you might want your life to go.
Stress, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, bereavement, anger, low self-esteem, and loneliness are just some of the reasons why you might want to try psychotherapy.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist in private practice, and I welcome anyone who feels that psychotherapy may provide the opportunity to consider their life. It is a collaborative process between the person seeking help and myself. It affords the chance to discover in which direction you might want your life to go.
People who I see have had problems in their relationships, suffered with depression and anxiety, difficulty in managing emotions, have suffered bereavements, work related stress and burnout as well as many other issues that impact on people & their psychological health.
I am accredited with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). I work with people to help them understand their emotional and psychological distress. My work helps them to alleviate this distress. Though you don’t need to be in “distress” to attend therapy, people also come to increase their self awareness and gain a different perspective.
People who I see have had problems in their relationships, suffered with depression and anxiety, difficulty in managing emotions, have suffered bereavements, work related stress and burnout as well as many other issues that impact on people & their psychological health.
I am accredited with the United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). I work with people to help them understand their emotional and psychological distress. My work helps them to alleviate this distress. Though you don’t need to be in “distress” to attend therapy, people also come to increase their self awareness and gain a different perspective.
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Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.