South Asian Therapists in Southwark
The modern pressures of life can take their toll on us – increasing responsibilities and being connected 24/7 can leave us feeling burnt out, anxious, and overwhelmed. Even when we do manage to disconnect, we find it difficult to disconnect from our racing thoughts. If you’re new to therapy it can be daunting, however taking this brave step can be rewarding. It can give you the space to explore what is really going on, process difficult emotions, develop healthy coping strategies and restore your mental well-being - so that you aren’t just surviving, but thriving in the world.
The modern pressures of life can take their toll on us – increasing responsibilities and being connected 24/7 can leave us feeling burnt out, anxious, and overwhelmed. Even when we do manage to disconnect, we find it difficult to disconnect from our racing thoughts. If you’re new to therapy it can be daunting, however taking this brave step can be rewarding. It can give you the space to explore what is really going on, process difficult emotions, develop healthy coping strategies and restore your mental well-being - so that you aren’t just surviving, but thriving in the world.
I offer private psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I am based in central London on Borough High Street in the London Bridge area. I work with a variety of difficulties such as: conflicts around identity (including race, religion and culture, gender and sexuality), self-esteem (including concerns about stigma associated with accessing mental health support), negotiating life events (such as work related stress, trauma, abuse, loss and bereavement), mood and anxiety, interpersonal relationships, personality disorders and medically unexplained symptoms.
I offer private psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I am based in central London on Borough High Street in the London Bridge area. I work with a variety of difficulties such as: conflicts around identity (including race, religion and culture, gender and sexuality), self-esteem (including concerns about stigma associated with accessing mental health support), negotiating life events (such as work related stress, trauma, abuse, loss and bereavement), mood and anxiety, interpersonal relationships, personality disorders and medically unexplained symptoms.
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.
Dr Vahishta Pardiwalla
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I'm Dr. Vahishta Pardiwalla, a seasoned Senior Counselling Psychologist committed to guiding you toward a fulfilling life. With a wealth of experience in both the NHS and private sectors, including complex care, I bring a depth of knowledge to help you navigate life's challenges. I adapt my therapeutic methods to fit your specific needs, ensuring that your journey is as unique as you are. drawing from diverse techniques like CBT, person-centered, and psychodynamic therapy.
Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I'm Dr. Vahishta Pardiwalla, a seasoned Senior Counselling Psychologist committed to guiding you toward a fulfilling life. With a wealth of experience in both the NHS and private sectors, including complex care, I bring a depth of knowledge to help you navigate life's challenges. I adapt my therapeutic methods to fit your specific needs, ensuring that your journey is as unique as you are. drawing from diverse techniques like CBT, person-centered, and psychodynamic therapy.
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.
I provide evidence-based psychological therapy and neuropsychological assessments for adults and older adults. Are you experiencing changes in your mood such as symptoms of anxiety and depression, perhaps due to a life event or a long-term physical or mental health difficulty? 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? Are you worried about your memory and thinking skills, perhaps due to ageing, long-covid, or a medical condition? Are you concerned about a loved one's memory or mental health?
I provide evidence-based psychological therapy and neuropsychological assessments for adults and older adults. Are you experiencing changes in your mood such as symptoms of anxiety and depression, perhaps due to a life event or a long-term physical or mental health difficulty? 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? Are you worried about your memory and thinking skills, perhaps due to ageing, long-covid, or a medical condition? Are you concerned about a loved one's memory or mental health?
I am an Indian-origin psychologist living in London, and I have worked in diverse clinical roles in both India and the UK.
Hello, I'm Raisa - the clinical director of Nirvana Circle Therapy, a London-based collective of independent, trauma-informed clinicians. My practice reflects a thoughtful understanding of the intersections between race, culture, and gender, with a particular focus on supporting the psychological wellbeing of individuals and families from historically marginalized communities.
I am an Indian-origin psychologist living in London, and I have worked in diverse clinical roles in both India and the UK.
Hello, I'm Raisa - the clinical director of Nirvana Circle Therapy, a London-based collective of independent, trauma-informed clinicians. My practice reflects a thoughtful understanding of the intersections between race, culture, and gender, with a particular focus on supporting the psychological wellbeing of individuals and families from historically marginalized communities.
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, low mood, trauma, anger, 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, low mood, trauma, anger, and relationship difficulties. I also support people with ADHD and autism to better understand their experiences, navigate challenges, and build on their strengths.
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 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 support individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds, including those in intimate relationships, marriages, family dynamics , friendships, and professional relationships. My goal is to help you feel more understood and less conflicted, Emotional difficulties rarely exist in isolation and therapy can help you make sense of how they can be interconnected. Anxiety can affect relationships, past experiences can shape self-esteem, and life changes can bring everything to the surface. These affect your personal inner world including your self-confidence and how you respond to change and stress in your relationships.
I support individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds, including those in intimate relationships, marriages, family dynamics , friendships, and professional relationships. My goal is to help you feel more understood and less conflicted, Emotional difficulties rarely exist in isolation and therapy can help you make sense of how they can be interconnected. Anxiety can affect relationships, past experiences can shape self-esteem, and life changes can bring everything to the surface. These affect your personal inner world including your self-confidence and how you respond to change and stress in your relationships.
Making the decision to approach therapy is a positive step. Talking with friends and family is invaluable, but sometimes outside professional help can help you to gain a greater understanding in finding the resources to make those changes. It can also lead to self-discovery and self-awareness to live a more fulfilling life and to have more meaningful relationships. You may be deciding to seek therapy because you are feeling low or in distress, or confused with painful feelings that you do not understand, but you may also be coming from a place of curiosity. Wanting to understand yourself more deeply.
Making the decision to approach therapy is a positive step. Talking with friends and family is invaluable, but sometimes outside professional help can help you to gain a greater understanding in finding the resources to make those changes. It can also lead to self-discovery and self-awareness to live a more fulfilling life and to have more meaningful relationships. You may be deciding to seek therapy because you are feeling low or in distress, or confused with painful feelings that you do not understand, but you may also be coming from a place of curiosity. Wanting to understand yourself more deeply.
Feeling uncertain in your relationship, stuck in repeated arguments, or navigating a major life transition? I help individuals and couples gain clarity, communicate more effectively, and make intentional decisions that strengthen connection and stability.
Feeling uncertain in your relationship, stuck in repeated arguments, or navigating a major life transition? I help individuals and couples gain clarity, communicate more effectively, and make intentional decisions that strengthen connection and stability.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling stuck, navigating relationship challenges, grieving a loss, or simply need someone to talk to—you don't have to face life's challenges alone.
We're a team of compassionate, experienced Christian counsellors who offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly without fear of judgement—a space to be heard, understood, and supported. Finding the right therapist is one of the most important parts of the counselling journey, so we'll take the time to understand your story and match you with a counsellor who's the best fit for your needs.
Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, feeling stuck, navigating relationship challenges, grieving a loss, or simply need someone to talk to—you don't have to face life's challenges alone.
We're a team of compassionate, experienced Christian counsellors who offer a safe, supportive space where you can talk openly without fear of judgement—a space to be heard, understood, and supported. Finding the right therapist is one of the most important parts of the counselling journey, so we'll take the time to understand your story and match you with a counsellor who's the best fit for your needs.
A registered BACP integrative psychotherapist. Working integratively means I utilise an extensive number of approaches to support you. I work with a wide range of client struggles. My particular areas of experience are with clients who suffer from Anxiety and Stress, Addictions, ADHD, Bereavement, Body Image, Behaviour Change, Childhood Impact, Cancer, Chronic Health Conditions, Crossroads in life, Depression, Family Conflict, Loneliness, Low Mood, Low Self Esteem, Negative Thought Patterns, Suicidal thoughts, Systems Of Oppression, Relationships and Traumatic Events. I have worked in the NHS, University, and Private Practice
A registered BACP integrative psychotherapist. Working integratively means I utilise an extensive number of approaches to support you. I work with a wide range of client struggles. My particular areas of experience are with clients who suffer from Anxiety and Stress, Addictions, ADHD, Bereavement, Body Image, Behaviour Change, Childhood Impact, Cancer, Chronic Health Conditions, Crossroads in life, Depression, Family Conflict, Loneliness, Low Mood, Low Self Esteem, Negative Thought Patterns, Suicidal thoughts, Systems Of Oppression, Relationships and Traumatic Events. I have worked in the NHS, University, and Private Practice
As a South Asian therapist, I recognise the cultural and emotional barriers that can make reaching out feel daunting.
I am a person-centred therapist with five years of experience across clinical and community settings. I work with anxiety, depression, grief, self-confidence, identity, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative and tailored to you, supporting you to build insight, resilience, and lasting emotional change.
As a South Asian therapist, I recognise the cultural and emotional barriers that can make reaching out feel daunting.
I am a person-centred therapist with five years of experience across clinical and community settings. I work with anxiety, depression, grief, self-confidence, identity, and life transitions. My approach is collaborative and tailored to you, supporting you to build insight, resilience, and lasting emotional change.
With over a decade of experience as a UKCP-registered Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, many families come to me because their child or young adult is anxious, overwhelmed, autistic, traumatised, or struggling with big emotions. You may feel exhausted or unsure how to help them feel calmer and more connected. You want someone who understands your child’s world, supports you as a parent, and can also help older teens/young adults who feel stuck or lost. Many families I meet feel isolated or unseen, and they’re looking for my support to help the whole family feel more connected and move forward.
With over a decade of experience as a UKCP-registered Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, many families come to me because their child or young adult is anxious, overwhelmed, autistic, traumatised, or struggling with big emotions. You may feel exhausted or unsure how to help them feel calmer and more connected. You want someone who understands your child’s world, supports you as a parent, and can also help older teens/young adults who feel stuck or lost. Many families I meet feel isolated or unseen, and they’re looking for my support to help the whole family feel more connected and move forward.
Sometimes we all need a safe space to slow down and connect with what's going on inside and around us, who we are, our experiences, and our hopes for the future.
You might be seeking therapy because you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself, whether this comes from people-pleasing, overthinking, cultural and societal expectations, or something else.
With me you'll find a warm and supportive space where you feel seen and heard as a whole person. Somewhere to explore with curiosity, learn more about yourself, and simply be, without pressure or judgement.
Sometimes we all need a safe space to slow down and connect with what's going on inside and around us, who we are, our experiences, and our hopes for the future.
You might be seeking therapy because you're feeling lost, overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from yourself, whether this comes from people-pleasing, overthinking, cultural and societal expectations, or something else.
With me you'll find a warm and supportive space where you feel seen and heard as a whole person. Somewhere to explore with curiosity, learn more about yourself, and simply be, without pressure or judgement.
I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist. I support people through all of life’s challenges,as well as those who wish to maintain a healthy mind or learn to live better, more fulfilling lives. I can help if you are struggling with loss, anxiety, low mood, or experiencing difficulties in your relationships or in the way you attach to others. We will work together to help alleviate any difficult thoughts or experiences you may going through. If you want to delve a little deeper, I’ll be along side you, gently challenging and helping you check-in along the way. We will go at your pace.
I am an experienced integrative psychotherapist. I support people through all of life’s challenges,as well as those who wish to maintain a healthy mind or learn to live better, more fulfilling lives. I can help if you are struggling with loss, anxiety, low mood, or experiencing difficulties in your relationships or in the way you attach to others. We will work together to help alleviate any difficult thoughts or experiences you may going through. If you want to delve a little deeper, I’ll be along side you, gently challenging and helping you check-in along the way. We will go at your pace.
You’ve explored BPD, C-PTSD and Depression and related to everything a little. Maybe you’ve been “holding it together” for so long, you barely notice the weight anymore. You care deeply and overthink everything. You find yourself stuck replaying patterns or caught in a loop of shame and self-doubt. Or maybe you have a difficult relationship with your feelings. You consider leaving before anyone else does.
I work with people who are tired of just surviving. My approach is shaped by Interpersonal Neurobiology and Attachment theory and by the belief that your body remembers, you matter, and it’s okay to never get over some things.
You’ve explored BPD, C-PTSD and Depression and related to everything a little. Maybe you’ve been “holding it together” for so long, you barely notice the weight anymore. You care deeply and overthink everything. You find yourself stuck replaying patterns or caught in a loop of shame and self-doubt. Or maybe you have a difficult relationship with your feelings. You consider leaving before anyone else does.
I work with people who are tired of just surviving. My approach is shaped by Interpersonal Neurobiology and Attachment theory and by the belief that your body remembers, you matter, and it’s okay to never get over some things.
Even though you have what might seem like "a good life," you may still feel a deep sense of emptiness and struggle with overwhelming anxiety and difficult emotions. At times, it might be hard to even identify what you're feeling. These challenges could stem from a difficult childhood, particularly in your relationships with your parents or siblings, affecting how you connect with others today. We refer to these experiences as attachment trauma or childhood emotional neglect. However, these patterns don’t have to define your future; healing and change are possible.
Even though you have what might seem like "a good life," you may still feel a deep sense of emptiness and struggle with overwhelming anxiety and difficult emotions. At times, it might be hard to even identify what you're feeling. These challenges could stem from a difficult childhood, particularly in your relationships with your parents or siblings, affecting how you connect with others today. We refer to these experiences as attachment trauma or childhood emotional neglect. However, these patterns don’t have to define your future; healing and change are possible.
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FAQ - South Asian Counselling
What are the advantages of seeing a South Asian therapist?
Mental health care is most effective when you feel safe, understood, and respected. If you identify with a South Asian background, such as Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, or Nepali, working with a therapist who shares or understands your cultural background can make a meaningful difference. A South Asian therapist may offer a deeper understanding of cultural norms, family dynamics, religious beliefs, migration experiences, and the stigma that may surround mental health in some South Asian communities. This shared cultural framework can make it easier to build trust, reduce the need to explain cultural context, and focus more directly on healing. South Asian therapists may also speak multiple languages, such as Hindi, which can be especially helpful for clients who feel more comfortable expressing themselves in their native language or wish to include family members in sessions.
What specialisations do South Asian therapists have?
South Asian therapists in the UK may have expertise across a wide range of mental health concerns. Many support clients on issues related to identity, bicultural stress, migration, and the experience of balancing South Asian cultural norms with life in the UK. Common areas of focus may include family and relationship challenges, cultural pressures around education or career paths, gender roles, marriage, caregiving, and religion. South Asian therapists may also support couples counselling and family therapy, particularly when cultural background shapes topics like relationship roles, communication, or parenting. For some couples and families, seeing a South Asian therapist who understands cultural dynamics around partner and family relationships can make therapy feel more natural and facilitate open discussion.
How do I find a South Asian therapist in the UK?
The Psychology Today Therapist Directory allows you to search for therapists by cultural background, languages spoken, and areas of specialisation. To find a South Asian therapist specifically, you can use the “South Asian” option within the “Ethnicity” filter. This filter includes therapists who have chosen to share their ethnicity on their profile and have selected the South Asian option; when there are few therapists who have identified as South Asian in a given area, the directory may also show therapists with substantial experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds. As you compare options and speak with potential therapists, consider asking whether the therapist offers in-person, online, or remote sessions, whether they work privately or through the NHS, whether they accept private insurance, and whether they have experience supporting clients with your specific concerns.