Armed Forces Counselling in London
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Amanda Webster
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
Amanda has a natural connection with children and young adults, some of whom are on the autism spectrum and has been working for nearly 18 months with various levels of severity of different autistic levels - she has been working to improve her knowledge with extra courses online and face to face workshops. Amanda also has a well-rounded knowledge of war zone situations and the struggles of PTSD and had done numerous courses and counselling - Happy to work with
Veterans
with PTSD and those who have lived through war torn experiences, I was drawn to counselling as an extension of my years as an HR director and helping others.

James Donaldson Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Thanks for checking out my profile. Having delivered therapy to the
Armed Forces
community and NHS over the past 20 years I have had the privilege of supporting a broad range of people and their difficulties. Whether struggling with the impacts of earlier trauma, with the stuck feeling of unhappiness, or the fears of facing an uncertain future, I believe that finding acceptance of who you are is how we open the door to healing. I also look to enable you to find the goodness that lies within and to use this to live a more meaningful and rewarding life. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or to arrange a consultation.

Mandy Del Frate
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm Mandy. My background is working with children & young people aged 13 - 22, as well as the
Armed Forces
and their families. I help people with the various challenges they face so they can improve their wellbeing and live more fulfilled lives.

Michelle O'Sullivan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
My clinical specialisation is in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and much of my work has focussed on the road to recovery after occupational trauma in the
military
and the rail industry.
I am a trauma specialist Chartered Clinical Psychologist, helping people with their recovery for over ten years. I have a particular interest in supporting people who are experiencing distress due to problems with their work, and those who have developed addictive behaviours to cope with traumatic events. I frequently work with people are experiencing low mood, worry, and sleep difficulties. Sometimes life pulls rug out from you. In therapy we can work together to help you through those times and reclaim your life. We will use the therapeutic space to focus on what is important to you. Read more here: www.osullivanpsychology.org

Holly-Jane Thurgood, Optimism Therapy Services
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Optimism deliver online psychotherapy to teenagers & adults nationwide. I am the founder and lead therapist of Optimism. I energetic and enthusiastic, I will work with you to motivate and guide you through therapy. My approach is based on the latest evidence of successful therapy approaches. I am an experienced and highly trained mental health professional and accredited psychological therapist. I have over 15 years of
military
healthcare experience delivering care in the UK and whilst deployed on operations in Afghanistan and in maritime environments. I also work in community mental health within the NHS and Ministry of Defence.

Claire Crilly
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Are your feelings muted? Or perhaps too loud? Do you wish to feel heard and understood? Have life events impacted you and your internal world? Are you struggling to make sense of it all? Is there a sense of losing who you once were? These are some of the reasons why people reach out for counselling. Transition, disasters, loss, excessive stress and relationship problems affect us all. At times we can manage what is placed in front of us. Other times, we need some support to navigate difficult times. Cultural stigma can prevent certain groups asking for help e.g. men; Blue light workers;
military
. Don't hold back. You matter.

Ella Greatorex
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
I work with a wide range of people some of whom are keen to step into the unknown world of therapy, others who are curious about what change might look and feel like, some who have a sense of reluctance or resistance to change but know something needs to shift in their lives, as well as seasoned therapy
veterans
looking for a fresh perspective.
LIFE IS HARD. If logical thinking could solve the confusion and distress that comes with it then I certainly wouldn’t be typing this now and you wouldn't be reading it- emotions can sometimes inexplicably take over and leave us feeling at a loss as to what to do or how to help ourselves. If you would like to understand this better and overcome these difficulties then the integrated range of therapy approaches I offer can help. Understanding and then breaking unhelpful cycles which impact how you think, feel and behave and processing difficult experiences from the past which crop up in the present are essential for your well-being.

Jon Gee
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I help highly driven professionals/entrepreneurs, particularly those in finance/law/media/arts. I often work with those with experience of living life on the edge, and/or complex, troubled relationships. I work well with people for whom talking about personal matters feels very difficult. Those who feel disconnected from their bodies, and themselves. I am not easily shocked and I also understand the need for taking things slowly and sensitively. My approach is kind, practical, down-to-earth and creative.
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Kenneth Day
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Seeking therapy can be a scary decision. I do believe however that the issues prompting you to come to me have the potential to enable you to move into a new level of self-understanding. A key principle of my particular therapy - Psychosynthesis, suggests that the symptoms of our problems can indicate a deeper meaning or potential trying to emerge in our lives. Our work together will try to discover what that might be. To achieve this I offer a focused approach for a specific issue in short-term work or we can go into more depth for work in the longer term.

Julie Anne Lacy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I’m a creative, holistic practitioner with 23 years experience. I use a bespoke approach where you're offered treatment specific to your needs and goals, and I draw on many modalities. These include arts therapies, compassion focussed, positive psychology, CBT, depth psychology and psychoanalysis. Your journey is unique, and my role as your psychotherapist is to provide opportunity for you to gain insight about your challenges, work through them at a pace that's comfortable for you, and find healing solutions so you can make different, authentic life choices. I work in a trauma informed model and also consider ancestral legacies.

Jason Oddi
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, COSRT General
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As an Integrative Counsellor, Psychosexual & Relationship/Marriage therapist, I weave different therapies to support clients in their uniqueness to manage and heal from struggles that affect their emotional, and mental health & happiness. Ruptures in one's mental wellness can lead to stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, and sexual functioning/ identity concerns that hinder emotional self-esteem and ongoing happiness within and in our relationship with ourselves and others.
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My approach is person-centred and solution-focused. I hold a warm, inclusive, judgement-free space for deep personal growth. Together we will explore different ways of looking at things while also exploring how you got to where you are to begin with. I want to help you uncover your inner strengths, gain new insights, and hone the skills you need in order to live the life you desire. Not all work is about the past; sometimes the focus is on acquiring practical skills in the here and now to face new challenges. Meeting you where you are, even if you are nervous and unsure, I don’t rely on a “one-size-fits-all” approach to healing,

NuVista Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
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I gave my Counselling business the name NuVista (new view/Horizon because it was born from my vision and indeed my own personal journey that counselling or talking therapy can give people a new view of life once they; with the therapists help have explored and untangled the issues that make them anxious, stressed, depressed, bereaved, feeling suicidal or simply struggling with day to day life, or their jobs, their relationships their family life, their sexuality or even historical events that have been rendered unconscious or hidden and never spoken about. For me the goal or vision was to have a new outlook on life - a New View.

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Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
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Ciro Ivan Marcello De Pau
Counsellor, MSc, MNCS Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
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1 Endorsed
Hi there. If you stopped here, that means that probably you are looking for some assistance, so I hope you will find this information useful when choosing the right support for your needs. Let me start asking you a question: What steps are you taking to ensure your emotional and psychological needs are satisfied? If you are struggling with saying no and ending up pleasing everybody but yourself, feel trapped and incapable to get rid of worries and anxiety or just overwhelmed with your current life situation then perhaps you are not meeting some of your needs. I can help you with that.

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Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
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SB Psychological Therapies
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Verified
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Struggling with repetitive emotional patterns, & wanting to understand yourself more? Taking that step to be vulnerable, and actively seek meaningful change is courageous. From my extensive experience I emulate trustworthiness & efficacy of the NHS & evidenced therapies, without restrictions/ criteria. Therapy is: empowering & enabling you to become your own therapist. I create a safe, genuine & non-judgmental space to together explore your agenda, at your pace. Typically, we meet for 50 minute appointments & lasting between 8-20 sessions. I maintain Continuing Professional Development and ethical practice as evidenced by the BABCP.

Virginia Toole
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