Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counselling in West London

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Chris Wilson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
West London, London W2
Are you finding it hard to connect with other people or a sense of meaning? Maybe you struggle with obsessive compulsions and/or addictions. You may have occasional suicidal thoughts, or spend a lot of time searching for answers and wondering what might be wrong with you. It could be that you're finding it hard to motivate yourself in the usual way, or to feel enthusiastic about your future. Perhaps you've reached your goals and are disappointed to discover that, still, something vital is missing.
Are you finding it hard to connect with other people or a sense of meaning? Maybe you struggle with obsessive compulsions and/or addictions. You may have occasional suicidal thoughts, or spend a lot of time searching for answers and wondering what might be wrong with you. It could be that you're finding it hard to motivate yourself in the usual way, or to feel enthusiastic about your future. Perhaps you've reached your goals and are disappointed to discover that, still, something vital is missing.
020 4538 7831 View 020 4538 7831
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Emma Davis
Psychotherapist
West London, London W1G
You may feel stuck in patterns that repeat in your relationships, intimacy, or emotional life, despite wanting change. I offer a warm, engaged space where we can explore what lies beneath these patterns and begin to shift them. With over 20 years’ experience, I work with individuals and couples around fertility, psychosexual challenges, and relationship difficulties. My approach is integrative and active, supporting you to understand and shift these patterns in real time. Over time, this work supports a deeper sense of clarity, connection, and lasting change. ng transformation. If this feels relevant for you, I offer a supportive
You may feel stuck in patterns that repeat in your relationships, intimacy, or emotional life, despite wanting change. I offer a warm, engaged space where we can explore what lies beneath these patterns and begin to shift them. With over 20 years’ experience, I work with individuals and couples around fertility, psychosexual challenges, and relationship difficulties. My approach is integrative and active, supporting you to understand and shift these patterns in real time. Over time, this work supports a deeper sense of clarity, connection, and lasting change. ng transformation. If this feels relevant for you, I offer a supportive
020 3984 7639 View 020 3984 7639
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Janine Hayward
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
West London, London W1G
Evidence-based therapies we offer include Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness (general/health & pain), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), EMDR, DBT, Narrative Therapy & Solution Focussed Therapy and Counselling.
Hello. Do you struggle with anxiety, work, relationships or parenting stress? Are you overwhelmed, worried, depressed, stuck, low in self-esteem or navigating ADHD, Autism? You are not alone. Does your need to be perfect take up too much time? Is trauma, an illness, a major loss or death hurting you? It doesn't have to be that way. The team & I help people like you understand distress, learn new skills for managing uncomfortable emotions and thoughts, improve relationships, motivation, find meaning and focus. We're Clinical Psychologists (HCPC) with >10 years of experience delivering effective therapy to kids, teens and adults.
Evidence-based therapies we offer include Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness (general/health & pain), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), EMDR, DBT, Narrative Therapy & Solution Focussed Therapy and Counselling.
Hello. Do you struggle with anxiety, work, relationships or parenting stress? Are you overwhelmed, worried, depressed, stuck, low in self-esteem or navigating ADHD, Autism? You are not alone. Does your need to be perfect take up too much time? Is trauma, an illness, a major loss or death hurting you? It doesn't have to be that way. The team & I help people like you understand distress, learn new skills for managing uncomfortable emotions and thoughts, improve relationships, motivation, find meaning and focus. We're Clinical Psychologists (HCPC) with >10 years of experience delivering effective therapy to kids, teens and adults.
0333 344 2063 View 0333 344 2063
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Sanya Krljes
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
West London, London W1G
My clients often present with trauma, burnout, anxiety, low mood, perfectionism, difficult life transitions, and questions about identity, purpose and spirituality. Many are navigating menopause or thinking seriously about how they age and perform over time. I offer a thorough initial assessment before developing a personalised, evidence-based plan drawing on different evidence-based models. Most clients notice meaningful shifts within the first few sessions — greater clarity, reduced symptoms and a stronger sense of direction.
My clients often present with trauma, burnout, anxiety, low mood, perfectionism, difficult life transitions, and questions about identity, purpose and spirituality. Many are navigating menopause or thinking seriously about how they age and perform over time. I offer a thorough initial assessment before developing a personalised, evidence-based plan drawing on different evidence-based models. Most clients notice meaningful shifts within the first few sessions — greater clarity, reduced symptoms and a stronger sense of direction.
020 4652 0755 View 020 4652 0755
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Francisco Santos
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
West London, London W1U
Are you feeling that things around you are too much or that suddenly you cannot cope with life as you used to? Do you find yourself stuck or in the same situation over and over? I know the feeling of being paralized. I personally find it very difficult to ask for help when I'm in a bad place, and to show my vulnerability to others... I don't want to feel judged and I'd like to be encouraged to try and be myself and to talk freely about everything and anything. For me it's vital that my counsellor is really invested in helping me. I invite you to take that difficult first step and let me be part of your journey to get there
Are you feeling that things around you are too much or that suddenly you cannot cope with life as you used to? Do you find yourself stuck or in the same situation over and over? I know the feeling of being paralized. I personally find it very difficult to ask for help when I'm in a bad place, and to show my vulnerability to others... I don't want to feel judged and I'd like to be encouraged to try and be myself and to talk freely about everything and anything. For me it's vital that my counsellor is really invested in helping me. I invite you to take that difficult first step and let me be part of your journey to get there
020 4538 5040 View 020 4538 5040
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Forouz Fay Askarnia
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Online Only
My therapeutic approach is largely transpersonal integrative, which means I am able to integrate other approaches into my work, including humanistic, CBT, solution-focused and expressive/art therapy. How I work is entirely dependent on the needs of the client I am working with. Transpersonal therapy is a holistic healing intervention that evolved from the humanistic work of American psychologist Abraham Maslow in the 1960s. I am a registered member of the UKCP, and I work in accordance with their ethical guidelines. I offer both face-to-face sessions as well as online therapy which is accessible to all regardless of location.
My therapeutic approach is largely transpersonal integrative, which means I am able to integrate other approaches into my work, including humanistic, CBT, solution-focused and expressive/art therapy. How I work is entirely dependent on the needs of the client I am working with. Transpersonal therapy is a holistic healing intervention that evolved from the humanistic work of American psychologist Abraham Maslow in the 1960s. I am a registered member of the UKCP, and I work in accordance with their ethical guidelines. I offer both face-to-face sessions as well as online therapy which is accessible to all regardless of location.
020 4538 7859 View 020 4538 7859
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Sereno Therapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
 We specialise in evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Counselling, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) courses.
Hi, I am Tina, Founder and Clinical Director at Sereno Therapy. I'm so pleased you've found us, and I look forward to meeting you. I hope you can find all of the info you need to feel confident working with us but if you have any questions please do reach out.
 We specialise in evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Counselling, and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) courses.
Hi, I am Tina, Founder and Clinical Director at Sereno Therapy. I'm so pleased you've found us, and I look forward to meeting you. I hope you can find all of the info you need to feel confident working with us but if you have any questions please do reach out.
01202 144430 View 01202 144430
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Angie Wong
Counsellor, BACP
2 Endorsed
West London, London W13
As you have arrived at this page, I imagine you are looking for some help – either for yourself or someone you know? Sometimes it’s not easy to ask for help when we need it. Seeing a therapist can be a scary idea but I know that seeing one helped me through some difficult times. Counselling and psychotherapy offer a safe space for you to speak about your concerns and difficulties without being judged or criticised. Whatever your presenting issues, concerns or goals may be, I would like to reassure you that you will always be accepted and be treated as a unique individual.
As you have arrived at this page, I imagine you are looking for some help – either for yourself or someone you know? Sometimes it’s not easy to ask for help when we need it. Seeing a therapist can be a scary idea but I know that seeing one helped me through some difficult times. Counselling and psychotherapy offer a safe space for you to speak about your concerns and difficulties without being judged or criticised. Whatever your presenting issues, concerns or goals may be, I would like to reassure you that you will always be accepted and be treated as a unique individual.
020 8103 8525 View 020 8103 8525
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Konstandina P. Relationship Counselling Online
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
I am a highly empathetic Counselling Psychologist with 20 years' experience. I specialise in Relationships & Couples Counselling. Together we can create meaningful transformation with acceptance & compassion. My name is Konstandina Polychronopoulou and I hold a Postgraduate Diploma from Regent's University in London. I create a personalised approach that works best for each individual, drawing from clinical experience and studies in Existential, Psychodynamic, CBT & Jungian approaches. I support my clients in loving themselves and their lives more. I help with clarity, profound understanding, deep insights & positive change.
I am a highly empathetic Counselling Psychologist with 20 years' experience. I specialise in Relationships & Couples Counselling. Together we can create meaningful transformation with acceptance & compassion. My name is Konstandina Polychronopoulou and I hold a Postgraduate Diploma from Regent's University in London. I create a personalised approach that works best for each individual, drawing from clinical experience and studies in Existential, Psychodynamic, CBT & Jungian approaches. I support my clients in loving themselves and their lives more. I help with clarity, profound understanding, deep insights & positive change.
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Tegan Andrea Hecht
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Individuals and couples come to me when they feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain in their sexual and relational lives; often navigating shame, desire differences, body confusion, breakdowns in communication, or a sense that something deeper is not being met. Alongside this, many are also curious about expanding into more aliveness: intimacy, fantasy, kink, alternative relating, emotional honesty, and relational depth. My approach is grounded, somatic and relational where we move between difficulty and expansion, supporting greater embodiment, awareness, clarity, and the capacity to meet yourself and others more fully.
Individuals and couples come to me when they feel stuck, disconnected, or uncertain in their sexual and relational lives; often navigating shame, desire differences, body confusion, breakdowns in communication, or a sense that something deeper is not being met. Alongside this, many are also curious about expanding into more aliveness: intimacy, fantasy, kink, alternative relating, emotional honesty, and relational depth. My approach is grounded, somatic and relational where we move between difficulty and expansion, supporting greater embodiment, awareness, clarity, and the capacity to meet yourself and others more fully.
020 3984 9539 View 020 3984 9539
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Dr Hasina Sarwari -Chartered Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
West London, London W1G
I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in trauma therapy and health psychology. I support adults facing anxiety, depression, or emotional distress linked to trauma, chronic illness, or pain. Using EMDR, CBT, and Compassion-Focused Therapy, I help clients rebuild safety, confidence, and wellbeing. My approach integrates evidence-based psychological therapy with mind–body techniques to promote lasting healing, resilience, and recovery.
I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in trauma therapy and health psychology. I support adults facing anxiety, depression, or emotional distress linked to trauma, chronic illness, or pain. Using EMDR, CBT, and Compassion-Focused Therapy, I help clients rebuild safety, confidence, and wellbeing. My approach integrates evidence-based psychological therapy with mind–body techniques to promote lasting healing, resilience, and recovery.
020 3835 6088 View 020 3835 6088
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Shannon Ownhouse
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
8 Endorsed
West London, London W1W
Hi, I'm Shannon. I have 15 years experience as a registered Clinical Psychologist (HCPC) and 20 years experience in the mental health field. Whether you are a busy working mum struggling to juggle your responsibilities, trying to heal from past trauma, going through a difficult life transition, or experiencing relationship difficulties, a safe, discreet and validating therapeutic space can provide an opportunity to overcome your difficulties, develop strategies to help you cope better and, ultimately, thrive.
Hi, I'm Shannon. I have 15 years experience as a registered Clinical Psychologist (HCPC) and 20 years experience in the mental health field. Whether you are a busy working mum struggling to juggle your responsibilities, trying to heal from past trauma, going through a difficult life transition, or experiencing relationship difficulties, a safe, discreet and validating therapeutic space can provide an opportunity to overcome your difficulties, develop strategies to help you cope better and, ultimately, thrive.
020 3879 1947 View 020 3879 1947
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Sara Tookey
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
I'm a warm and experienced psychologist with over 18 years of practice in the UK and abroad. Weather you're looking for support to improve your mental health, well-being or to get you un-stuck so you can start living the life you want and deserve, my individual, specialised and compassionate therapy and assessment can help. I work with people from all walks of life, including those who experience life a little bit differently. I support people navigating challenges of living, including with identity and relationships so they can live a more satisfying and meaningful life.
I'm a warm and experienced psychologist with over 18 years of practice in the UK and abroad. Weather you're looking for support to improve your mental health, well-being or to get you un-stuck so you can start living the life you want and deserve, my individual, specialised and compassionate therapy and assessment can help. I work with people from all walks of life, including those who experience life a little bit differently. I support people navigating challenges of living, including with identity and relationships so they can live a more satisfying and meaningful life.
020 4538 9363 View 020 4538 9363
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Anna Dafna
Psychologist, MA, GMBPsS
West London, London W1W
I specialise in working with children, adolescents and adults with ADHD and other neurodiverse profiles who want to better understand how their mind works and move beyond overwhelm. Together we develop practical strategies that improve focus, organisation, confidence, academics, business, leadership, relationships and daily life.
I specialise in working with children, adolescents and adults with ADHD and other neurodiverse profiles who want to better understand how their mind works and move beyond overwhelm. Together we develop practical strategies that improve focus, organisation, confidence, academics, business, leadership, relationships and daily life.
020 8106 5615 View 020 8106 5615
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Swar Muhammed
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
West London, London W1G
Do you feel confused or overwhelmed by life despite your best efforts to carry on? It can change without prior notice or knowledge of what is about to happen. This can sometimes be manageable, but on occasion, it might be helpful to speak to someone. I am Swar, a psychotherapist working in private practice. I offer therapy to support individuals and work with them collaboratively to unpack what is on their minds and help them find meaning so they can form empowered lives.
Do you feel confused or overwhelmed by life despite your best efforts to carry on? It can change without prior notice or knowledge of what is about to happen. This can sometimes be manageable, but on occasion, it might be helpful to speak to someone. I am Swar, a psychotherapist working in private practice. I offer therapy to support individuals and work with them collaboratively to unpack what is on their minds and help them find meaning so they can form empowered lives.
020 8103 0229 View 020 8103 0229
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Murad Bukhari
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Online Only
I am a transpersonal/integrative and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist that creates a space where you are invited to experience yourself fully, freely, safely, confidentially and without judgement. Together we will explore your dreams, what brings you joy, aspirations, struggles and your deepest fears. You will come to a deeper understanding of how past experiences have shaped your feelings about life today. Psychotherapy helps us welcome in and integrate all aspects of ourselves, with conscious awareness. With work, you will experience an authentic acceptance of your whole Self, and the myriad possibilities that this brings.
I am a transpersonal/integrative and Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapist that creates a space where you are invited to experience yourself fully, freely, safely, confidentially and without judgement. Together we will explore your dreams, what brings you joy, aspirations, struggles and your deepest fears. You will come to a deeper understanding of how past experiences have shaped your feelings about life today. Psychotherapy helps us welcome in and integrate all aspects of ourselves, with conscious awareness. With work, you will experience an authentic acceptance of your whole Self, and the myriad possibilities that this brings.
020 4538 2987 View 020 4538 2987
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Claire Woodward
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
West London, London W4
Hi, I’m Claire. I work with adults from a wide range of backgrounds, each coming to therapy with their own experiences, difficulties, and reasons for seeking support. I offer therapy in Chiswick and online, and provide a thoughtful, supportive, and non-judgemental space to talk openly and make sense of what may be happening. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, burnout, bereavement, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship and family difficulties, intimacy issues, loneliness, social anxiety, identity, perfectionism, recurring thoughts, discrimination, and creative or emotional blocks.
Hi, I’m Claire. I work with adults from a wide range of backgrounds, each coming to therapy with their own experiences, difficulties, and reasons for seeking support. I offer therapy in Chiswick and online, and provide a thoughtful, supportive, and non-judgemental space to talk openly and make sense of what may be happening. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, burnout, bereavement, low self-esteem, trauma, relationship and family difficulties, intimacy issues, loneliness, social anxiety, identity, perfectionism, recurring thoughts, discrimination, and creative or emotional blocks.
020 3535 6960 View 020 3535 6960
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Julia Sinclair
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
West London, London W4
I take a holistic approach drawing from rigorous knowledge based on the science of behaviour, evolution and neuroscience, and guided by Polyvagal theory, Narrative therapy, Cognitive behavioural theory (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Compassion focused therapy, Dialectic behavioural therapy, Mindfulness and Trauma informed interventions.
It can be daunting to find a therapist you can trust for help with your emotional and psychological difficulties. Often our suffering is concealed from friends, family or colleagues because we are good at hiding it but deep inside, we are left feeling far from happy, fulfilled or content. I am passionate about helping people live better lives. I believe in creating a trusting therapeutic relationship where people can safely discuss their difficulties without fear of criticism or shame. I help them discover what matters to them and how they would like to show up in the world through healing and reconnecting with their strengths.
I take a holistic approach drawing from rigorous knowledge based on the science of behaviour, evolution and neuroscience, and guided by Polyvagal theory, Narrative therapy, Cognitive behavioural theory (CBT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Compassion focused therapy, Dialectic behavioural therapy, Mindfulness and Trauma informed interventions.
It can be daunting to find a therapist you can trust for help with your emotional and psychological difficulties. Often our suffering is concealed from friends, family or colleagues because we are good at hiding it but deep inside, we are left feeling far from happy, fulfilled or content. I am passionate about helping people live better lives. I believe in creating a trusting therapeutic relationship where people can safely discuss their difficulties without fear of criticism or shame. I help them discover what matters to them and how they would like to show up in the world through healing and reconnecting with their strengths.
01748 902305 View 01748 902305
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Angela Felecity Bryant
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
West London, London W13
Welcome to my profile. You have made the courageous decision taking the first steps towards positive change and healing old wounds by reaching out for support. Many people come to counselling for different reasons, you are not alone. Counselling gives you a safe confidential space ,where you can explore thoughts and feelings, gaining awareness on unhelpful behaviour and perspectives by exploring healthier ways of coping and helps you make positive changes and move forward in life.
Welcome to my profile. You have made the courageous decision taking the first steps towards positive change and healing old wounds by reaching out for support. Many people come to counselling for different reasons, you are not alone. Counselling gives you a safe confidential space ,where you can explore thoughts and feelings, gaining awareness on unhelpful behaviour and perspectives by exploring healthier ways of coping and helps you make positive changes and move forward in life.
01748 901506 View 01748 901506
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Angela Conjaerts
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
West London, London W1D
I’m Angela Conjaerts, founder of in Bloom., I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults and couples — both online and in my private practice in Oxford Circus. I offer a compassionate, caring and confidential place for my clients to share and explore. My approach is insight-oriented, relational, and somatically informed, rooted in the belief that healing and growth come through genuine understanding, self-awareness, and connection.
I’m Angela Conjaerts, founder of in Bloom., I offer psychodynamic psychotherapy for adults and couples — both online and in my private practice in Oxford Circus. I offer a compassionate, caring and confidential place for my clients to share and explore. My approach is insight-oriented, relational, and somatically informed, rooted in the belief that healing and growth come through genuine understanding, self-awareness, and connection.
020 4634 1776 View 020 4634 1776

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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Counsellors
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.

When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behaviour through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.

What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviours and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.

Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioural habits.