Infertility Counselling in Southwark

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Tracey Jane Sainsbury
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Specialist fertility counsellor supporting people trying to conceive, naturally or with assistance, experiencing primary or secondary infertility and people who have experienced birth trauma and loss.
Fertility counselling is a specialist area of counselling requiring additional training after two years of post qualifying counselling experience. Tracey has a thorough understanding of the social, legal and ethical implications of fertility decisions and has over 20 years experience of volunteering and working with the fertility sector.
Specialist fertility counsellor supporting people trying to conceive, naturally or with assistance, experiencing primary or secondary infertility and people who have experienced birth trauma and loss.
Fertility counselling is a specialist area of counselling requiring additional training after two years of post qualifying counselling experience. Tracey has a thorough understanding of the social, legal and ethical implications of fertility decisions and has over 20 years experience of volunteering and working with the fertility sector.
07723 575408 View 07723 575408
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Thomas Noonan-Ganley
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
I’m an integrative transpersonal therapist based in Borough/London Bridge. I draw on various psychotherapeutic disciplines, including Jungian, psychodynamic, Gestalt, and nervous-system focused approaches. I consider not only your life circumstance and history, but also the “bigger picture” of your life and the wider context in which you live, such as society, generational influence, hopes and ambitions.
I’m an integrative transpersonal therapist based in Borough/London Bridge. I draw on various psychotherapeutic disciplines, including Jungian, psychodynamic, Gestalt, and nervous-system focused approaches. I consider not only your life circumstance and history, but also the “bigger picture” of your life and the wider context in which you live, such as society, generational influence, hopes and ambitions.
020 3597 3874 View 020 3597 3874
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Marsha Oza, Southwark Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Southwark, London SE16
At Southwark Counselling & Psychotherapy I work with individuals, couples and multiple partners. There’s no “right” reason to seek therapy. My clients come for many varied reasons including conflict, stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image issues, disordered eating, addiction, compulsivity, issues around identity, anger, meaning-making, isolation, relationship challenges, life transitions, bereavement, trauma, and the effects of past trauma.
At Southwark Counselling & Psychotherapy I work with individuals, couples and multiple partners. There’s no “right” reason to seek therapy. My clients come for many varied reasons including conflict, stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, body image issues, disordered eating, addiction, compulsivity, issues around identity, anger, meaning-making, isolation, relationship challenges, life transitions, bereavement, trauma, and the effects of past trauma.
020 4572 7254 View 020 4572 7254
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Rebecca Bogue
Counsellor, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
I believe therapy is transformative. I provide a holding and supportive space where all feelings, thoughts and experiences are welcome. I am an integrative counsellor: I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches depending on your needs. Exploring integration can also mean where our socio-political-cultural context shapes or meets our inner narratives. I adopt an intersectional perspective that invites GSRD and cross-cultural experiences. I maintain a creative, somatic practice and this can feature in therapy when the talking cure feels limited: where the non-verbal feels prevalent or when a ‘rehearsal for life’ feels useful.
I believe therapy is transformative. I provide a holding and supportive space where all feelings, thoughts and experiences are welcome. I am an integrative counsellor: I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches depending on your needs. Exploring integration can also mean where our socio-political-cultural context shapes or meets our inner narratives. I adopt an intersectional perspective that invites GSRD and cross-cultural experiences. I maintain a creative, somatic practice and this can feature in therapy when the talking cure feels limited: where the non-verbal feels prevalent or when a ‘rehearsal for life’ feels useful.
01992 662430 View 01992 662430
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Dinah Butler
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Snr. Accred
Southwark, London SE1
Whether this is your first time in therapy or you are returning, finding the right counsellor makes a huge difference. Any kind of unhappiness is a crossroads for change. My role is to shape a collaborative creative supportive partnership to help you move on and to realise more of your potential. Get in touch to see if I am the right therapist for you. In the first counselling session, we talk about your life starting with your background and childhood including key relationships, interests, difficulties, trauma, strengths, current life style, work and so on. Important themes appear related to what is going on for you now.
Whether this is your first time in therapy or you are returning, finding the right counsellor makes a huge difference. Any kind of unhappiness is a crossroads for change. My role is to shape a collaborative creative supportive partnership to help you move on and to realise more of your potential. Get in touch to see if I am the right therapist for you. In the first counselling session, we talk about your life starting with your background and childhood including key relationships, interests, difficulties, trauma, strengths, current life style, work and so on. Important themes appear related to what is going on for you now.
020 3389 7407 View 020 3389 7407
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Sophie French
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
You might be needing a space to talk openly, where you can express thoughts and feelings that feel difficult to share elsewhere. Perhaps you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed by the challenges of today’s world and need support to make sense of it all. You may be navigating grief or facing other complex issues that require time and patience to explore. I am an integrative counsellor with a background of working in the creative industries for 25 years. I offer a warm, thoughtful and confidential space for you to explore life and navigate its challenges and share freely what has bought you to therapy.
You might be needing a space to talk openly, where you can express thoughts and feelings that feel difficult to share elsewhere. Perhaps you’re feeling anxious or overwhelmed by the challenges of today’s world and need support to make sense of it all. You may be navigating grief or facing other complex issues that require time and patience to explore. I am an integrative counsellor with a background of working in the creative industries for 25 years. I offer a warm, thoughtful and confidential space for you to explore life and navigate its challenges and share freely what has bought you to therapy.
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Helen Broughton
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Southwark, London SE1
I am a HCPC registered psychotherapist with 10 years experience of working with adults, young people and groups. I work with a psychodynamic, creative approach and offer you a space that is non-judgemental, empathic and safe. Clients come to therapy with me for many and varied reasons: sometimes for support to address a specific mental health problem, such as anxiety or low mood; sometimes because of a dilemma or difficult experience: the end of a relationship, a bereavement, becoming a parent, struggling at work; sometimes for support with relationship or attachment issues.
I am a HCPC registered psychotherapist with 10 years experience of working with adults, young people and groups. I work with a psychodynamic, creative approach and offer you a space that is non-judgemental, empathic and safe. Clients come to therapy with me for many and varied reasons: sometimes for support to address a specific mental health problem, such as anxiety or low mood; sometimes because of a dilemma or difficult experience: the end of a relationship, a bereavement, becoming a parent, struggling at work; sometimes for support with relationship or attachment issues.
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Rotimi Gabriel Akinsete
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
You might be feeling stuck or wondering whether you've made the right decision. You might not even know what the right decision is. You might even want to explore who it is that you are, why you do the things that you do, or why you're in the situation that you're in. If that is you, then consider what it is that counselling and psychotherapy might be able to do in helping you to consider all these questions that you might have about yourself and your situation.
You might be feeling stuck or wondering whether you've made the right decision. You might not even know what the right decision is. You might even want to explore who it is that you are, why you do the things that you do, or why you're in the situation that you're in. If that is you, then consider what it is that counselling and psychotherapy might be able to do in helping you to consider all these questions that you might have about yourself and your situation.
020 3319 6478 View 020 3319 6478
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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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Sue Cziraky
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
Are you finding it difficult to cope? Perhaps life's pressures have left you feeling depressed or feeling increasingly stressed and anxious? All too often modern living can leave us with very little space to reflect about our own needs. Our relationships and health can suffer as a result. Psychotherapy can be helpful when emotional suffering becomes too much and at times of crisis when life can feel difficult or unmanageable. I am a qualified and experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist, particularly skilled in working with depression, anxiety and difficulties in couple relationships.
Are you finding it difficult to cope? Perhaps life's pressures have left you feeling depressed or feeling increasingly stressed and anxious? All too often modern living can leave us with very little space to reflect about our own needs. Our relationships and health can suffer as a result. Psychotherapy can be helpful when emotional suffering becomes too much and at times of crisis when life can feel difficult or unmanageable. I am a qualified and experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist, particularly skilled in working with depression, anxiety and difficulties in couple relationships.
07901 680766 View 07901 680766
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Biljana Glusica
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist (MSc, MBACP) with a background in psychology and education. I provide a confidential, reflective space to explore how past experiences, relationships, and identity shape your present, helping you develop insight, resilience, and new ways of relating to yourself and others. I am particularly interested in how early experiences, identity and social and organisational pressures shape our inner world and relationships. Main areas of expertise include: navigating life transitions, anxiety, trauma, workplace stress, neurodivergence (ADHD/ASD), fertility challenges, addictions and self-harm.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist (MSc, MBACP) with a background in psychology and education. I provide a confidential, reflective space to explore how past experiences, relationships, and identity shape your present, helping you develop insight, resilience, and new ways of relating to yourself and others. I am particularly interested in how early experiences, identity and social and organisational pressures shape our inner world and relationships. Main areas of expertise include: navigating life transitions, anxiety, trauma, workplace stress, neurodivergence (ADHD/ASD), fertility challenges, addictions and self-harm.
020 4572 6166 View 020 4572 6166
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Malgorzata Zglinska
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
Do you feel alone with your problems? Stressed up and anxious? Lonely and depressed? Unhappy in relationships? Full of anger? Mourning a loss? Looking for meaning and direction? If so why not come for a chat to see how I can help? I have helped people from various walks of life and of different ages. I have assisted clients going through the midlife crisis to find meaning and a sense of purpose. I have made a difference to the lives of young people ridden with anxiety, searching for values and goals and uncertain of their personal and career choices.
Do you feel alone with your problems? Stressed up and anxious? Lonely and depressed? Unhappy in relationships? Full of anger? Mourning a loss? Looking for meaning and direction? If so why not come for a chat to see how I can help? I have helped people from various walks of life and of different ages. I have assisted clients going through the midlife crisis to find meaning and a sense of purpose. I have made a difference to the lives of young people ridden with anxiety, searching for values and goals and uncertain of their personal and career choices.
07713 147711 View 07713 147711
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Ruth Osborne
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
Essentially, counselling and psychotherapy offers us an opportunity to learn about ourselves. And none more so than when faced with the emotional challenges that are often part of everyday life. At these times we may feel on our own, stuck and unsure of which way to turn. It may also be difficult to find someone we can trust and who will understand, or, in such a busy world, someone who has the time to listen. This is when a counsellor or a psychotherapist can help. I offer a calm, caring, safe, respectful and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Essentially, counselling and psychotherapy offers us an opportunity to learn about ourselves. And none more so than when faced with the emotional challenges that are often part of everyday life. At these times we may feel on our own, stuck and unsure of which way to turn. It may also be difficult to find someone we can trust and who will understand, or, in such a busy world, someone who has the time to listen. This is when a counsellor or a psychotherapist can help. I offer a calm, caring, safe, respectful and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
020 4538 4438 View 020 4538 4438
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Ben Scanlan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Southwark, London SE1
Life is difficult. Do more, be more. Be what others want. I offer a space where we examine where you are in life, what's brought you here, what it's like being you and you in relation to others, and how you're contributing to where you're at. How will we do this? Through our relationship, where I'll offer support, care, empathy and challenge to help you examine life.
Life is difficult. Do more, be more. Be what others want. I offer a space where we examine where you are in life, what's brought you here, what it's like being you and you in relation to others, and how you're contributing to where you're at. How will we do this? Through our relationship, where I'll offer support, care, empathy and challenge to help you examine life.
020 3962 1562 View 020 3962 1562
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Ali Nicholson
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Southwark, London SE16
A space to talk, process, grow and move forward. I offer weekly therapy sessions for individual adults, 50 minutes per session. You can choose face-to-face or online sessions. I am based in The Biscuit Factory in Bermondsey, Surrey Quays SE16, easy to get to via Bermondsey, Canada Water and Surrey Quays Stations.
A space to talk, process, grow and move forward. I offer weekly therapy sessions for individual adults, 50 minutes per session. You can choose face-to-face or online sessions. I am based in The Biscuit Factory in Bermondsey, Surrey Quays SE16, easy to get to via Bermondsey, Canada Water and Surrey Quays Stations.
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Lebo Molefe
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
I work with adults and couples experiencing sexual, intimacy, and relationship difficulties. Alongside my counselling practice, I am currently completing advanced postgraduate training in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy (Student Member of COSRT). I support clients with concerns including low or mismatched desire, sexual anxiety, performance anxiety, erectile difficulties, premature (early) ejaculation, orgasm difficulties, painful sex, intimacy challenges, communication difficulties, infidelity, relationship conflict, compulsive sexual behaviours, sexual shame, sexual identity exploration, and consensual non-monogamy.
I work with adults and couples experiencing sexual, intimacy, and relationship difficulties. Alongside my counselling practice, I am currently completing advanced postgraduate training in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy (Student Member of COSRT). I support clients with concerns including low or mismatched desire, sexual anxiety, performance anxiety, erectile difficulties, premature (early) ejaculation, orgasm difficulties, painful sex, intimacy challenges, communication difficulties, infidelity, relationship conflict, compulsive sexual behaviours, sexual shame, sexual identity exploration, and consensual non-monogamy.
01794 331145 View 01794 331145
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Andrew Grenfell
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
I work with men who are used to taking the strain. Serving others. Problem solving. But who've been hit by a crisis, by something they can't fix. Where doubling down isn't cutting it. And who are ready to try something different. Working with me looks like exploring what's behind the crisis, hearing the message it contains, and responding to what it's saying.
I work with men who are used to taking the strain. Serving others. Problem solving. But who've been hit by a crisis, by something they can't fix. Where doubling down isn't cutting it. And who are ready to try something different. Working with me looks like exploring what's behind the crisis, hearing the message it contains, and responding to what it's saying.
020 4572 1107 View 020 4572 1107
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Eleanor Koike
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
Counselling is a space to talk, think and be listened to in confidence with a trained professional who will respect you and your experiences. Life can be challenging especially when we are dealing with difficult or overwhelming feelings. It is often hard to understand the root of one's own pain and perhaps talking to friends and family is too difficult or does not seem to bring about the change and acceptance you seek. For those feeling stuck or isolated, counselling will improve your emotional wellbeing and help you feel more in control of your life, and with the right counsellor it will lead to positive and lasting change.
Counselling is a space to talk, think and be listened to in confidence with a trained professional who will respect you and your experiences. Life can be challenging especially when we are dealing with difficult or overwhelming feelings. It is often hard to understand the root of one's own pain and perhaps talking to friends and family is too difficult or does not seem to bring about the change and acceptance you seek. For those feeling stuck or isolated, counselling will improve your emotional wellbeing and help you feel more in control of your life, and with the right counsellor it will lead to positive and lasting change.
020 3823 6816 View 020 3823 6816
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Ali Quinn
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Southwark, London SE1
Often the hardest part of creating change in our lives is simply making the conscious decision to do so. If you have found your way here, you are at least considering therapy & wanting to know more about how it might help you right now. This is a positive first step! It shows great courage to face life's difficulties & to reach out for support. But how does change actually happen? Where do we start? And as the world works through its troubles, how can we focus when our minds are surrounded by anxiety & uncertainty?
Often the hardest part of creating change in our lives is simply making the conscious decision to do so. If you have found your way here, you are at least considering therapy & wanting to know more about how it might help you right now. This is a positive first step! It shows great courage to face life's difficulties & to reach out for support. But how does change actually happen? Where do we start? And as the world works through its troubles, how can we focus when our minds are surrounded by anxiety & uncertainty?
020 4634 4771 View 020 4634 4771
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Dr Joyline Schwitters
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
6 Endorsed
Southwark, London SE1
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
020 3962 1808 View 020 3962 1808
Infertility Counsellors
How can infertility affect couples and their relationship?
Clients who are dealing with infertility may experience conflict and communication problems. It’s not unusual for shame, blame, and guilt to arise in cases of infertility, whether the source of the problem is one partner or both. This means that clients are upset and pulling away from their partner just when they need them the most. Some clients may find it difficult to spend time around friends and family who are pregnant. Friends and family can also make hurtful comments that increase tension during this time.

How does therapy for infertility issues work?
The therapist will begin by gathering information about the client or couple and make a treatment plan for their specific concerns. In addition to addressing common mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and trauma reactions or PTSD, therapists can help clients improve their decision-making and deal with stressors unique to infertility. Some examples include coping with the “two-week wait” before a pregnancy test, the distress associated with a failed attempt or miscarriage, and the shame and blame sometimes associated with reproductive concerns.

What type of therapy is best for infertility issues?
Many therapists offer psychotherapy for individuals and couples who are dealing with infertility issues. Some helpful therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), which can aid clients in reframing negative thoughts about their situation. Expressive writing and art therapy can help clients process difficult feelings. Clients might also benefit from group therapy to experience support from others who are dealing with the same problems.

How long does therapy for infertility issues take?
There is no set length for therapy that addresses infertility or reproductive concerns. Some clients might find it helpful to continue therapy during their pregnancy to have healthy ways to cope with any associated stress, anxiety, depression, or trauma. Some clients who decide not to pursue fertility treatments might benefit from the support of a therapist. The duration of therapy varies depending on the individual client’s specific needs and goals.