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Lucy Kralj
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I am a UKCP accredited integrative psychotherapist. I have a particular interest in trauma and the mind-body relationship, including the psychological impact of health problems and the physical manifestations of emotional distress. Many of us have times in our lives when things feel broken and painful. In those times we may seek support. I have over fifteen years of experience working with victims of abuse and trauma and also in palliative care. I am a clinical associate at Domestic Violence Training Ltd and a member of
Cancer
Counselling London. I am also a certified Iyengar yoga teacher and a registered nurse.

M Dwek
Counsellor, PhD, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I am a Chartered Pyschologist and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist specialising in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT). REBT is a solution focused therapy. I have particular experience in mental health issues including anxiety, depression mood and chronic illness such as
cancer
and diabetes. Working one to one with clients, together we explore ways to manage symptoms of mental health issues and identify the link between our thoughts, emotions and behaviours. I am a member of the National Counselling Society and a chartered psychologist with the British Psychological Society
London W9
& Online

Lucia Reynolds
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
There are many reasons why we may seek counselling. My clients have included students struggling to cope with the pressures of academic life and family expectations, older clients experiencing significant life changes (through bereavement, long-term illness or job loss) wondering how to cope and what the future holds, people trying to understand and live with
cancer
, carers wondering how they are going to keep going, professionals coping with perfectionism, women trying to balance work, family and the cultural demands made of them. It can be helpful to speak to someone who is not part of our lives and can offer impartial support.

Daniel Glazer
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and for the last 10+ years I have worked at University College London Hospital specialising in working with young people, parents and families affected by a range of psychological difficulties within the context of medical conditions such as
cancer
, diabetes & functional difficulties. I am trained in EMDR and have worked extensively with people impacted by trauma and PTSD. Find out more on springpsychology.co.uk

Highgate Psychotherapy Practice
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I offer warm counselling you can trust. I am an integrative counsellor and my approach is relational. I draw from a range of therapeutic skills and theoretical tools to enhance the work, and value a strong therapeutic relationship as central to the process of change. My key areas of focus are Trauma, Addiction, and Spirituality. I work with a full range of issues including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, living with
cancer
/life changing illness, bereavement, sex, gender & sexuality, self-harm and distress.

Caroline Finill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I have a special interest in working with people who are living with
cancer
, and neurological difficulties, such as multiple sclerosis and epilepsy.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist and have been trained in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (which tends to focus on problem focused and shorter term work), psychodynamic therapy (which tends to focus on longer-term work) and person centred therapy. Whatever the approach, it is important to have a good working therapeutic relationship. I will endeavour to hear, listen and understand you. In my view, therapy is about having a person outside your life, who is able to work alongside you, to allow you have experience of working with adults with depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.

Hannah Tottenham
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified
Verified
The last few years have brought many people struggles with grief, loss, food and body, and traumatic experiences, and left them feeling stuck, overwhelmed and needing support. My professional expertise is in working with clients struggling with trauma and PTSD; struggling with eating disorders, body image and identity; child and adult bereavement; clients undergoing
cancer
treatment/ end of life care & their carers. This breadth of experience has informed my understanding of the universality of inner conflict and distress, and how the tools of self-exploration and insight are essential to effect change in the here-and-now.
Waitlist for new clients

Dr Emily McBride
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified
Verified
Are you seeking a safe space with an experienced psychologist? You might be feeling overwhelmed, low, frustrated, guilty, or anxious. Perhaps you feel you've lost part of your identity, impacting on your sense of purpose and self-worth. I know it can be incredibly hard to express what you truly feel and need to others. I offer a compassionate space for you to work through current issues, as well as difficulties from your past. I specialise in supporting people with long-term conditions (e.g. chronic pain,
cancer
, diabetes), and also work with a range of wider issues (e.g. PTSD and trauma).

Dr Jinnie Ooi
Psychologist, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
I have experience working in the NHS supporting children, families and adults living with a range of physical health conditions including: chronic pain and/or fatigue,
cancer
, diabetes, cardiac conditions, and neurological conditions (stroke, dementia, epilepsy).
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in physical health conditions. If you are finding aspects of life challenging due to living with a health condition or you are supporting a loved one living with a health condition, I may be able to support you. Starting therapy can feel rather daunting. This is why I offer a warm and compassionate approach in working with your difficulties together. I offer brief and targeted therapy focused on developing coping skills to enable you to live a meaningful life alongside the health condition. I can also support you with your wellbeing if you do not live with a health condition.

Alistair McGill
Psychotherapist
Verified
Verified
I also do a lot of work with those affected by
cancer
.
I am a multi modal therapist utilising a number of different approaches, including hypnosis, depending on the needs of my client. My aim, as well as addressing specific issues brought to me, is to help my clients become the best individual they can be, to overcome the issues that are holding them back from a completely fulfilling life and find balance during these difficult and challenging times. I work through person centred, talking therapy in a safe, non judgemental and confidential environment.

Shung Yan (Beatrice) Ng (Kessler)
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Before I opened my clinic in Hong Kong in 2016, I have worked in diversified settings, including dying patients and those fighting or recovering from serious illnesses like
cancer
, working with patients and their family members suffering from depression, anxiety and prolonged grief.
I am a registered clinical psychologist in the UK and Hong Kong, and a Certified Advance Schema Therapist and Supervisor from ISST. I have also been certified as a mindfulness trainer from Canada. I speak English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. I have extensive experience in treating complicated cases such as Trauma, Eating Disorders, PTSD, DID, Personality Disorders, OCD, and Mood Disorders. I am particularly experienced in treating people with pervasively negative life patterns, which applies to both individual and couple therapy.

Rachel Schofield
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a registered clinical psychologist with over seven years experience working within various mental and physical health teams (including cardiology, ITU and
cancer
) in the NHS.
Deciding to start therapy with a new therapist can be a daunting prospect. I think that it is important to spend time developing a safe and genuine therapeutic relationship to build understanding about the problem and think together about ways to process this and to move forward. In my NHS work at a cardiac centre in London I support people with anxiety, low mood or adjustment issues related to their physical health condition and the impact that this has on different areas of their lives. I provide a space to think through these issues and come up with joint approaches to these issues.
Not accepting new clients

Talkativity Cancer Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
You may have just received a
cancer
diagnosis or perhaps it has been years since then. Perhaps you are caring for someone with
cancer
or sadly, lost someone to
cancer
. Which ever of these you're experiencing, our professionals are here to support you at any stage of this journey. By offering specialist counselling online, we hope to make it as simple for you to have the support you need, with experienced professionals. Sessions are once a week and last for 50 minutes and, unlike many other services, you can have as many sessions as you wish without long waiting lists.
Office is near:
London SE1 Not accepting new clients

Carolyn Thompson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work respectfully with a diverse range of clients and situations bringing a warm, supportive and non-judgemental approach. I work with many issues including, (but not exhaustive) sexual abuse and trauma, disassociation, PTSD and complex PDST, relationships, family dynamics,
cancer
, dementia, addictions and carer support. It is helpful to bring what may be troubling you, either from the past or present to the safety of a counselling relationship. Many people find they are then more confident to be able to make positive changes in their lives through counselling support. I offer a free 15-minute telephone consultation.

True North Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Specialisms: Existential crises and life-transitions;
Cancer
support & Palliative Care (including End-of-Life care); Grief & Loss; Integration following profound experiences with non-ordinary states of consciousness (including psychedelic integration); Gender, sexuality & relationship diversities; Neurodiversity.
I am an approachable, compassionate and experienced psychologist and psychotherapist, with 12+ years experience working in the NHS, charities & private sectors in the UK, and abroad. I offer integrative psychotherapy, where I apply a variety of psychological theories through individual or relationships therapy to help people make changes toward personal and relational growth, so that they may live a more meaningful and satisfied life. I provide confidential and non-judgmental psychological therapy, that draws upon the latest research, evidence-based and theory driven therapeutic methods to provide the best results for my clients.

Dr Ryota Kishi
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Counselling Psychologist with extensive experience of delivering evidence-based treatments in the NHS, within voluntary organisations and in private practice. I have worked with individuals and groups experiencing mental health difficulties including depression, a variety of anxiety disorders, bereavement and addiction.

Dr Daksha Hirani
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified
Verified
With over 20 years of experience, I am passionate about tailoring psychological intervention, so clients address their best hopes with their work with me in a relatively short space of time, be it alleviation from depression, burnout, anxiety or symptoms of trauma. Whilst providing a safe and contained space, I aim for clients to report a marked sense of well-being, increased ease and effectively in their lives from our work together. When necessary, I offer diagnostic neuropsychometric assessment that can help with the management of autism, dyslexia and other related neurological conditions, including brain injury and memory loss.

Serenia Yip
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified
Verified
Is something not quite 'right'? Are you feeling stressed? Anxious? Irritated? Mind racing 100 miles per hour? Rarely a good night sleep? Feeling down? Self critical? Having disproportionate anger? Numb? Scared? These feelings are not to be quickly 'fixed' with a few quick strategies; they need to be patiently understood because they are an important portal into understanding what needs to be attended to and healed in you, or, perhaps in your environment. They say, "The only way out is through", and I look forward to accompanying you on this journey where you start walking out of your difficulties and thrive.

Adamantia Kriezi
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
We are going through some very challenging times when past issues might re surface and current problems can become overwhelming. My focus is to offer a safe and confidential space where we can think together about what is troubling you and explore the underlying reasons and ways of managing better. Some difficulties may be long standing and would benefit from longer term therapy offering a slower pace but deeper understanding. Other difficulties might require a brief but targeted approach focusing primarily on the 'here and now' self management and support. Either way, it all starts with a conversation.
London W5
& Online

Jacqueline Miller
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Life has a tendency to throw major challenges at us without warning. You may find yourself dealing with a specific life changing circumstance such as a new diagnosis, bereavement, traumatic experiences, relationship difficulties or redundancy to name a few. Sometimes being able to pin point feelings can be a little difficult. You may be experiencing feelings of being stuck and are anxious, depressed or just unsure of how you currently feel about your life or a certain situation.
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What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In many countries, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counsellor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counsellors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist, psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counsellor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
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What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.