Career Guidance Counselling in London

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Dr Stacey Hendrickson
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
Are you giving everything to your career, only to watch your health, relationships, and peace of mind take a backseat?
Coaching can help you explore these patterns and make small changes that could lead to more balance and clarity in your life. I offer focused, psychology-informed coaching to help professional women break free from over-functioning, second-guessing, and people-pleasing.
Are you giving everything to your career, only to watch your health, relationships, and peace of mind take a backseat?
Coaching can help you explore these patterns and make small changes that could lead to more balance and clarity in your life. I offer focused, psychology-informed coaching to help professional women break free from over-functioning, second-guessing, and people-pleasing.
020 3959 7392 x1 View 020 3959 7392 x1
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Nick Gendler
Counsellor, BACP
London N3
I also work with people who are struggling in their work or career.
My approach is to listen carefully in a non-judgemental way, to understand you, and to help you to find ways to be happier and more satisfied. It's not my style to sit quietly and nod, but to be part of the process as you figure things out and make good decisions for yourself.
I also work with people who are struggling in their work or career.
My approach is to listen carefully in a non-judgemental way, to understand you, and to help you to find ways to be happier and more satisfied. It's not my style to sit quietly and nod, but to be part of the process as you figure things out and make good decisions for yourself.
020 4538 5557 View 020 4538 5557
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Alvaro Cea
Psychologist, MBBS, CPsychol
London E8
I do therapy in English and Spanish and work with different types of issues: relationships, self esteem, anxiety management or career development.
A therapeutic space can give us the understanding and confidence we need to make positive changes in our life. Expressing unspoken thoughts and feelings is an opportunity to heal, walk light and recover a feeling of direction. It gives us perspective and open our minds to explore healthier ways of relating to ourselves. My name is Alvaro, I'm a trauma informed Psychologist with more than 10 years of experience.
I do therapy in English and Spanish and work with different types of issues: relationships, self esteem, anxiety management or career development.
A therapeutic space can give us the understanding and confidence we need to make positive changes in our life. Expressing unspoken thoughts and feelings is an opportunity to heal, walk light and recover a feeling of direction. It gives us perspective and open our minds to explore healthier ways of relating to ourselves. My name is Alvaro, I'm a trauma informed Psychologist with more than 10 years of experience.
020 3962 1834 View 020 3962 1834
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Kathy Gale
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
London E17
I cover all psychotherapeutic and counselling issues and my specialities include relationships, couples counselling, families, work and career, writing and creativity, sex and sexuality, LGBTQIA+, conflict and anger management, childhood sexual abuse, self-esteem, self-worth, anxiety and dreams.
I am a warm and thoughtful psychotherapist, counsellor, executive coach and mentor, with over 20 years' experience. I work with individuals, couples, family members, and with organisations and groups. When life is a struggle, talking to a skilled and experienced psychotherapist can help. If you are low in confidence or self-esteem, struggling with grief or loss, finding it hard to manage your anger, experiencing difference, exclusion and/or alienation, or facing challenges at work, therapy can help you to find rewarding and helpful ways forward. Couples and family members can overcome problems and improve their relationships.
I cover all psychotherapeutic and counselling issues and my specialities include relationships, couples counselling, families, work and career, writing and creativity, sex and sexuality, LGBTQIA+, conflict and anger management, childhood sexual abuse, self-esteem, self-worth, anxiety and dreams.
I am a warm and thoughtful psychotherapist, counsellor, executive coach and mentor, with over 20 years' experience. I work with individuals, couples, family members, and with organisations and groups. When life is a struggle, talking to a skilled and experienced psychotherapist can help. If you are low in confidence or self-esteem, struggling with grief or loss, finding it hard to manage your anger, experiencing difference, exclusion and/or alienation, or facing challenges at work, therapy can help you to find rewarding and helpful ways forward. Couples and family members can overcome problems and improve their relationships.
020 3893 2842 View 020 3893 2842
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The Work Psychologists - ADHD Specalists
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I help them harness their unique strengths, navigate workplace complexities, and build resilience in the face of challenges like bullying, career transitions, or leadership pressures.
As a multi award winning Executive Coach, psychotherapist, and business psychologist, I specialise in helping high-achieving professionals, particularly neurodivergent individuals (ADHD/ASD), navigate the unique challenges of their careers. My clients are often leaders or ambitious professionals facing issues such as workplace bullying, redundancy, burnout, perfectionism, or imposter syndrome, alongside broader challenges like low self-esteem, anxiety, or difficulties with work-life balance. I bring a unique, evidence-based approach to personal growth and change. I create a safe, collaborative space to explore your challenges.
I help them harness their unique strengths, navigate workplace complexities, and build resilience in the face of challenges like bullying, career transitions, or leadership pressures.
As a multi award winning Executive Coach, psychotherapist, and business psychologist, I specialise in helping high-achieving professionals, particularly neurodivergent individuals (ADHD/ASD), navigate the unique challenges of their careers. My clients are often leaders or ambitious professionals facing issues such as workplace bullying, redundancy, burnout, perfectionism, or imposter syndrome, alongside broader challenges like low self-esteem, anxiety, or difficulties with work-life balance. I bring a unique, evidence-based approach to personal growth and change. I create a safe, collaborative space to explore your challenges.
020 3375 2754 View 020 3375 2754
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Michael Higgins
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
London SE1
They can be stuck for many reasons, but commonly this is anxiety, depression or life events, including the death of someone close, the loss of a job or illness, to name a few.
I work integratively, which means that I have a toolkit of approaches that we choose from, guided by where the source of your problems lie, e.g. if you believe you have several parts of you that argue internally, we may run an experiment to make the conversations explicit so we can examine the internal conflict and negotiate a way forward.
They can be stuck for many reasons, but commonly this is anxiety, depression or life events, including the death of someone close, the loss of a job or illness, to name a few.
I work integratively, which means that I have a toolkit of approaches that we choose from, guided by where the source of your problems lie, e.g. if you believe you have several parts of you that argue internally, we may run an experiment to make the conversations explicit so we can examine the internal conflict and negotiate a way forward.
020 3823 6819 View 020 3823 6819
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Wanstead Counselling Service
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, GMBPsS
London E11
I have specialised in stress management, career transitions, difficult choices and becoming "unstuck" in difficult situation both in work & personal life
If there is a discrepancy between where you are in your life now in terms of work, relationships, stress levels or anxiety - I can work with you in a warm supportive environment to explore challenges & help you identify new ways of thinking, being or developing new choices.
I have specialised in stress management, career transitions, difficult choices and becoming "unstuck" in difficult situation both in work & personal life
If there is a discrepancy between where you are in your life now in terms of work, relationships, stress levels or anxiety - I can work with you in a warm supportive environment to explore challenges & help you identify new ways of thinking, being or developing new choices.
020 4572 5371 View 020 4572 5371
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Milly Martha Gregory
Psychotherapist
London E8
As a coach, I help individuals gain new perspectives in areas such as career development and career progression.
My emphasis as a Psychodynamic Counsellor and Coach is focused on helping build confidence and direction whilst empowering individuals to develop in areas they feel they need toward a more fulfilling and satisfying future. I create an environment where clients feel heard, valued, and understood and able to explore issues, whether related to past or present life experiences, to deepen their understanding of those experiences. This aims to facilitate a greater sense of choice and allow them to build better connections in relationships with others and with themselves.
As a coach, I help individuals gain new perspectives in areas such as career development and career progression.
My emphasis as a Psychodynamic Counsellor and Coach is focused on helping build confidence and direction whilst empowering individuals to develop in areas they feel they need toward a more fulfilling and satisfying future. I create an environment where clients feel heard, valued, and understood and able to explore issues, whether related to past or present life experiences, to deepen their understanding of those experiences. This aims to facilitate a greater sense of choice and allow them to build better connections in relationships with others and with themselves.
020 3984 8630 View 020 3984 8630
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Dr Elrika Erasmus
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Serves Area
For career guidance, we'll uncover your strengths and clarify your goals.
Life is so beautiful, and life is so hard. Maybe, for you, it feels especially hard right now. On the outside, you might appear fine, but inside, you’re overwhelmed. Anxiety, overthinking, or self-doubt could be holding you back, making it hard to focus or set goals. Sleep may feel impossible, leaving you exhausted and unmotivated. You want clarity, calm, and to reconnect with what matters most. You’re ready for change, even if you’re unsure where to start.
For career guidance, we'll uncover your strengths and clarify your goals.
Life is so beautiful, and life is so hard. Maybe, for you, it feels especially hard right now. On the outside, you might appear fine, but inside, you’re overwhelmed. Anxiety, overthinking, or self-doubt could be holding you back, making it hard to focus or set goals. Sleep may feel impossible, leaving you exhausted and unmotivated. You want clarity, calm, and to reconnect with what matters most. You’re ready for change, even if you’re unsure where to start.
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Anna Manajeva
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Online Only
I am a BABCP accredited CBT Specialist and Positive Psychology Practitioner with expertise in PTSD, multilingual therapy (English, Spanish, Russian, Italian), personal growth and wellbeing and career development.
I can help with PTSD (including childhood trauma and issues of military combat), low self esteem, worry, depression, meaning & life purpose, resilience, job challenges & career development, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, emetophobia, panic attacks, perfectionism. I also provide clinical supervision to qualified and trainee CBT Therapists.
I am a BABCP accredited CBT Specialist and Positive Psychology Practitioner with expertise in PTSD, multilingual therapy (English, Spanish, Russian, Italian), personal growth and wellbeing and career development.
I can help with PTSD (including childhood trauma and issues of military combat), low self esteem, worry, depression, meaning & life purpose, resilience, job challenges & career development, health anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, emetophobia, panic attacks, perfectionism. I also provide clinical supervision to qualified and trainee CBT Therapists.
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I am a transformational life and career coach: I change lives, and I am passionate about what I do.
I am passionate about helping people to live their lives fully, with no exception. Katy was a recent client and sums my work up perfectly. 'Over the years I have tried counselling with different therapists but could never find anyone suited to my needs until I was introduced to Lottie. My sessions with Lottie have literally been life changing.' - Katy
I am a transformational life and career coach: I change lives, and I am passionate about what I do.
I am passionate about helping people to live their lives fully, with no exception. Katy was a recent client and sums my work up perfectly. 'Over the years I have tried counselling with different therapists but could never find anyone suited to my needs until I was introduced to Lottie. My sessions with Lottie have literally been life changing.' - Katy
07480 783645 View 07480 783645
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Liz Jones
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
Serves Area
I support clients needing help with their lives whether it is personally focused, career focused, relating to a specific issue or just needing a safe space to externalise.
I am a reliable and experienced Business Psychologist, who specialises in working with individuals and professionals who are ready to be empowered and make positive life changes. I believe each of us deserve to live a more awake, happy, and beautiful life. Awareness, ownership and context are key to making those changes
I support clients needing help with their lives whether it is personally focused, career focused, relating to a specific issue or just needing a safe space to externalise.
I am a reliable and experienced Business Psychologist, who specialises in working with individuals and professionals who are ready to be empowered and make positive life changes. I believe each of us deserve to live a more awake, happy, and beautiful life. Awareness, ownership and context are key to making those changes
01372 671230 View 01372 671230
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Jalissa Clarke
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
London W1W
If you find yourself experiencing similar patterns in your relationships, home life or even your career, sometimes it may help to explore your past to understand if it's playing a role in your current experiences.
As a pluralistic practitioner, I work collaboratively with you by drawing upon Relational Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Person Centred and Experiential methods to work in a way that feels right for you.
If you find yourself experiencing similar patterns in your relationships, home life or even your career, sometimes it may help to explore your past to understand if it's playing a role in your current experiences.
As a pluralistic practitioner, I work collaboratively with you by drawing upon Relational Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Person Centred and Experiential methods to work in a way that feels right for you.
020 3835 5319 View 020 3835 5319
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Davis Emotional Well-being
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
London SE1
Providing therapy, life coaching, career guidance, and ADHD support for individuals & couples online or in-person.
Hello! My name is Anthony Davis. I am an experienced psychotherapist, coach and clinical supervisor accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and registered with the Association for Coaching. I have 14 years’ experience working in mental health, social care and charity sector with individuals of various age groups and diverse backgrounds. I provide face to face and online therapy and coaching. I also offer clinical supervision to qualified therapists and trainees either in-person or online.
Providing therapy, life coaching, career guidance, and ADHD support for individuals & couples online or in-person.
Hello! My name is Anthony Davis. I am an experienced psychotherapist, coach and clinical supervisor accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and registered with the Association for Coaching. I have 14 years’ experience working in mental health, social care and charity sector with individuals of various age groups and diverse backgrounds. I provide face to face and online therapy and coaching. I also offer clinical supervision to qualified therapists and trainees either in-person or online.
020 3856 4152 View 020 3856 4152
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Malgorzata Zglinska
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
London SE1
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.
They have left with their self-esteem restored, and with a deeper understanding of themselves. As a bereavement counsellor I have helped depressed and grieving clients to see the light and find some peace. Being an émigré myself, I understand homesickness and cultural difference. For years I worked in the corporate world and experienced its pressures.
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.
They have left with their self-esteem restored, and with a deeper understanding of themselves. As a bereavement counsellor I have helped depressed and grieving clients to see the light and find some peace. Being an émigré myself, I understand homesickness and cultural difference. For years I worked in the corporate world and experienced its pressures.
07713 147711 View 07713 147711
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Rebecca Reilly
Psychologist, MSc
Online Only
These include areas such as: anger management issues, assertiveness & setting boundaries, bullying or harassment, poor work/life balance, redundancy, communication skills & techniques, conflict at work, coping with difficult personalities, high-stress levels & burnout, job dissatisfaction, feeling stuck, lack of purpose or direction, a lack of confidence/imposter syndrome.
With expertise in occupational psychology, wellbeing strategy, and coaching, I help clients manage workplace stress, assertiveness, bullying, burnout, and imposter syndrome. I guide individuals to set boundaries, improve communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild confidence, fostering long-term resilience and job satisfaction.
These include areas such as: anger management issues, assertiveness & setting boundaries, bullying or harassment, poor work/life balance, redundancy, communication skills & techniques, conflict at work, coping with difficult personalities, high-stress levels & burnout, job dissatisfaction, feeling stuck, lack of purpose or direction, a lack of confidence/imposter syndrome.
With expertise in occupational psychology, wellbeing strategy, and coaching, I help clients manage workplace stress, assertiveness, bullying, burnout, and imposter syndrome. I guide individuals to set boundaries, improve communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild confidence, fostering long-term resilience and job satisfaction.
020 4572 1903 View 020 4572 1903
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Lindsey Lucking
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
London W1G
Emotional stress can get in the way of your life, job, relationships and your future.
In current times, you may be feeling overwhelmed with uncertainty and change. You may have questions about what the future holds for you. Perhaps you have made discoveries about yourself, or decided to explore therapy as a tool to facilitate self-help into sustained change. You may also like to visit my website by searching your-northstar.co.uk
Emotional stress can get in the way of your life, job, relationships and your future.
In current times, you may be feeling overwhelmed with uncertainty and change. You may have questions about what the future holds for you. Perhaps you have made discoveries about yourself, or decided to explore therapy as a tool to facilitate self-help into sustained change. You may also like to visit my website by searching your-northstar.co.uk
020 4538 3791 View 020 4538 3791
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VGTherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
London W1G
With a 23-year career in finance and the corporate world, I am well versed in the pressures of high-level stress.
People pursue therapy for a variety of reasons because they have identified specific goals or issues they want to work on. Others may be encouraged by family, friends, or medical professionals to seek help. Re-evaluating your life with a therapist is a large part of becoming self-aware of your internal world and being able to move forward. Therapy also helps you uncover the root or foundation of difficulties and lets you gain insight into your patterns and behaviours to better understand your emotions.
With a 23-year career in finance and the corporate world, I am well versed in the pressures of high-level stress.
People pursue therapy for a variety of reasons because they have identified specific goals or issues they want to work on. Others may be encouraged by family, friends, or medical professionals to seek help. Re-evaluating your life with a therapist is a large part of becoming self-aware of your internal world and being able to move forward. Therapy also helps you uncover the root or foundation of difficulties and lets you gain insight into your patterns and behaviours to better understand your emotions.
020 7123 9306 View 020 7123 9306
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Jo Bealey
Counsellor, BACP
Online Only
My therapy is non-directive, it's my job to be by your side and enable you to explore what is on your mind.
Are you having more bad days than good? Feeling fed-up, depressed, anxious or grieving and having trouble ‘to shake’ those difficult feelings? Perhaps you are feeling stuck or having trouble with your relationships? We can feel we ‘should’ be able to cope which can be make our differcult feelings more tough and feel very isolating for you too. I know how daunting it can be to share your thoughts and feelings with someone. Before becoming a therapist, I felt the same. Together can create a create a sanctuary, a place where you can ‘come as you are’ and share what is you are experiencing. A time and space, just for you
My therapy is non-directive, it's my job to be by your side and enable you to explore what is on your mind.
Are you having more bad days than good? Feeling fed-up, depressed, anxious or grieving and having trouble ‘to shake’ those difficult feelings? Perhaps you are feeling stuck or having trouble with your relationships? We can feel we ‘should’ be able to cope which can be make our differcult feelings more tough and feel very isolating for you too. I know how daunting it can be to share your thoughts and feelings with someone. Before becoming a therapist, I felt the same. Together can create a create a sanctuary, a place where you can ‘come as you are’ and share what is you are experiencing. A time and space, just for you
01252 986046 View 01252 986046
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Lila Ramsahai
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
London W1G
I am a well-trained and experienced psychotherapist/life coach and can assist you with various issues regarding, relationships, career, dating, arranged marriage, wedding stress, purpose, work issues, family stuff and more.
One of my specialities is intercultural and inter-racial therapy, which is especially beneficial for culturally diverse, multicultural and international people. Being in a relationship can be challenging, more so when it is interracial, where cultural values can easily clash. How is your relationship, and are you being heard, seen and understood?
I am a well-trained and experienced psychotherapist/life coach and can assist you with various issues regarding, relationships, career, dating, arranged marriage, wedding stress, purpose, work issues, family stuff and more.
One of my specialities is intercultural and inter-racial therapy, which is especially beneficial for culturally diverse, multicultural and international people. Being in a relationship can be challenging, more so when it is interracial, where cultural values can easily clash. How is your relationship, and are you being heard, seen and understood?
020 4538 1624 View 020 4538 1624

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Career Guidance Counsellors

How do I know if I need career counselling?

Determining whether a career counsellor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counselling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counsellor.

Who can benefit from career counselling?

Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counselling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counselling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counsellor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counselling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.

How long does career counselling typically last?

The length of career counselling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counselling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counsellor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.

How to prepare for career counselling?

Clients can prepare for career counselling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counsellor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counsellor, particularly if the career counsellor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counselling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.