Career Guidance Counselling in London

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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 hope you will find me accepting, engaging, and challenging where appropriate.
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 hope you will find me accepting, engaging, and challenging where appropriate.
020 4538 5557 View 020 4538 5557
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Angelos Mouzakitis
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
Online Only
Or you're at a career crossroads and can't figure out which direction to take or why any of it matters.
I'm a licensed psychotherapist with 18 years in tech. I understand your world and I know how to work with the psychology underneath. I combine therapy and coaching because you need both. We start with the psychological work, then move to strategy once you have clarity. Most people get there in 12 weeks.
Or you're at a career crossroads and can't figure out which direction to take or why any of it matters.
I'm a licensed psychotherapist with 18 years in tech. I understand your world and I know how to work with the psychology underneath. I combine therapy and coaching because you need both. We start with the psychological work, then move to strategy once you have clarity. Most people get there in 12 weeks.
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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 also work as an Executive Coach across a range of businesses.
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 also work as an Executive Coach across a range of businesses.
020 4572 5371 View 020 4572 5371
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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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universalgrowth
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
London W1W
I am a Quantum Psychologist, a Psychosynthesis Psychologist, A Transpersonal Therapist, a Commercial Advisor, and an Investment Professional — with 30 years of direct experience in personal development and high-value commerce and trade. I use this skill set to help individuals and businesses change, grow, and evolve; combining psychological expertise, commercial knowledge, and profound psychospiritual insight — to guide them through higher matters of material and conscious expansion.
I am a Quantum Psychologist, a Psychosynthesis Psychologist, A Transpersonal Therapist, a Commercial Advisor, and an Investment Professional — with 30 years of direct experience in personal development and high-value commerce and trade. I use this skill set to help individuals and businesses change, grow, and evolve; combining psychological expertise, commercial knowledge, and profound psychospiritual insight — to guide them through higher matters of material and conscious expansion.
020 7123 8594 View 020 7123 8594
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Alessandra Costanzo
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
London E15
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Italy and UK, based in London who provides therapy in Italian and in English, in my own studio and on line. I have many years of experience working in a variety of setting including clinical mental health and private practice. I work with adults and adolescents, struggling with mood, anxiety issues, PTSD, relationship difficulties, body image disturbance, emotional and relationship disorders, burnout and work-related stress, bullying and low self-esteem. I offer my service to individuals, families and couples, women and men in the transition to parenthood.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in Italy and UK, based in London who provides therapy in Italian and in English, in my own studio and on line. I have many years of experience working in a variety of setting including clinical mental health and private practice. I work with adults and adolescents, struggling with mood, anxiety issues, PTSD, relationship difficulties, body image disturbance, emotional and relationship disorders, burnout and work-related stress, bullying and low self-esteem. I offer my service to individuals, families and couples, women and men in the transition to parenthood.
020 3962 0669 View 020 3962 0669
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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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Bette Lynch
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
At times, things can feel overwhelming and looking for a therapist is a big step, but one that puts you on the right path to better mental health. Life is rarely straightforward and sometimes we need help to unpick areas that are beginning to feel problematic - anxiety, depression, low mood, self-doubt, overwhelm can all be challenging. Dealing with life events such as menopause, workplace burnout, sexual or gender identity can all lead to us not knowing where to turn. If this is you, if you need a safe, non-judgmental space to talk, to feel heard in a warm and compassionate space then perhaps I can help you move forward.
At times, things can feel overwhelming and looking for a therapist is a big step, but one that puts you on the right path to better mental health. Life is rarely straightforward and sometimes we need help to unpick areas that are beginning to feel problematic - anxiety, depression, low mood, self-doubt, overwhelm can all be challenging. Dealing with life events such as menopause, workplace burnout, sexual or gender identity can all lead to us not knowing where to turn. If this is you, if you need a safe, non-judgmental space to talk, to feel heard in a warm and compassionate space then perhaps I can help you move forward.
020 4572 8947 View 020 4572 8947
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Milly Martha Gregory
Psychotherapist
Online Only
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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Nooshin Navazani
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Online Only
My ideal clients are adults, couples, families, and organizations seeking growth, clarity, and emotional balance. I support individuals navigating self-doubt, emotional instability, or relationship and workplace conflict, helping them build confidence and stronger connections. I also work with businesses to create healthier, more supportive environments where employees feel valued and motivated. Through workshops and consultations, I help teams strengthen communication, manage stress, and enhance overall well-being and productivity. My approach is rooted in empathy, trust, and empowerment — offering a safe space to explore, heal,
My ideal clients are adults, couples, families, and organizations seeking growth, clarity, and emotional balance. I support individuals navigating self-doubt, emotional instability, or relationship and workplace conflict, helping them build confidence and stronger connections. I also work with businesses to create healthier, more supportive environments where employees feel valued and motivated. Through workshops and consultations, I help teams strengthen communication, manage stress, and enhance overall well-being and productivity. My approach is rooted in empathy, trust, and empowerment — offering a safe space to explore, heal,
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Jeremy Steven Slaughter
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London W2
As my ideal client, you're a professional, facing tricky obstacles at work or at home, who knows that you've got to grow to live better. You know about personal development, but are unconvinced by the usual solutions. You want to know how all your problems fit together, and develop a step by step programme for personal change, that addresses the difficulties you face in priority order. You don't see yourself as "mentallly ill"; rather, you're stuck in a difficult place on the journey of life. You're looking for the support, knowledge and skills to get to a better place, a map and a straightforward guide on the path to wellbeing.
As my ideal client, you're a professional, facing tricky obstacles at work or at home, who knows that you've got to grow to live better. You know about personal development, but are unconvinced by the usual solutions. You want to know how all your problems fit together, and develop a step by step programme for personal change, that addresses the difficulties you face in priority order. You don't see yourself as "mentallly ill"; rather, you're stuck in a difficult place on the journey of life. You're looking for the support, knowledge and skills to get to a better place, a map and a straightforward guide on the path to wellbeing.
020 3105 2251 View 020 3105 2251
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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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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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Eda Meteer
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
London N21
Psikolojik Danışmanlık bölümünden mezun olduğumda elimde güçlü bir bilimsel harita vardı; fakat yolculuğumda asıl pusulam kalbim oldu. Başlangıçta geçmişe dönüp “neden böyle oldu” sorusuna cevap ararken, zamanla her deneyimin bana “ne öğretmek istediğini” keşfetmeye yöneldim. Bu arayış, beni yalnızca geleneksel psikolojinin sınırlarında kalmaktan çıkararak bilinçaltının derinliklerine, nörobilimin sunduğu açıklamalara, epigenetik ve DNA hafızasına, ThetaHealing ve kuantum fiziğin bakış açısına taşıdı. Böylece hem danışanlarımla hem de kendi iç yolculuğumda daha derin bir bütünleşme alanı açıldı.
Psikolojik Danışmanlık bölümünden mezun olduğumda elimde güçlü bir bilimsel harita vardı; fakat yolculuğumda asıl pusulam kalbim oldu. Başlangıçta geçmişe dönüp “neden böyle oldu” sorusuna cevap ararken, zamanla her deneyimin bana “ne öğretmek istediğini” keşfetmeye yöneldim. Bu arayış, beni yalnızca geleneksel psikolojinin sınırlarında kalmaktan çıkararak bilinçaltının derinliklerine, nörobilimin sunduğu açıklamalara, epigenetik ve DNA hafızasına, ThetaHealing ve kuantum fiziğin bakış açısına taşıdı. Böylece hem danışanlarımla hem de kendi iç yolculuğumda daha derin bir bütünleşme alanı açıldı.
07435 511419 View 07435 511419
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Melissa Casares
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Hello, I hope I can help. I trained in the Humanistic Integrative approach which means I work with each person as an individual, and can utilise different approaches to therapy. My aim is to work with you, focusing on what you bring to therapy, at your pace. Making the decision to contact a therapist is a big step, and I'd like to work with you in a confidential, supportive way to make this a positive step for you. If you are experiencing relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, bereavement (including pets) or just feel that you need someone outside of friends and family to talk to, please get in touch by email or phone.
Hello, I hope I can help. I trained in the Humanistic Integrative approach which means I work with each person as an individual, and can utilise different approaches to therapy. My aim is to work with you, focusing on what you bring to therapy, at your pace. Making the decision to contact a therapist is a big step, and I'd like to work with you in a confidential, supportive way to make this a positive step for you. If you are experiencing relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, bereavement (including pets) or just feel that you need someone outside of friends and family to talk to, please get in touch by email or phone.
07480 537789 View 07480 537789
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Laura Bertha
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Occup. Psych.
London W2
I work together with my clients on their unique issues and goals. Singles, couples, families and groups. My specialities are in counselling, mindfulness, relaxation, meditation, business and leadership coaching, along with occupational psychology for companies and their managers. My practice is based in Reading and London, onsite or via online. The sessions range from 50 minutes to 12 hours, depending on your needs. I have over 30 years of experience and would love to help you grow, find balance and achieve success. Feeling stuck? Time for a Refresh. Please email to me.
I work together with my clients on their unique issues and goals. Singles, couples, families and groups. My specialities are in counselling, mindfulness, relaxation, meditation, business and leadership coaching, along with occupational psychology for companies and their managers. My practice is based in Reading and London, onsite or via online. The sessions range from 50 minutes to 12 hours, depending on your needs. I have over 30 years of experience and would love to help you grow, find balance and achieve success. Feeling stuck? Time for a Refresh. Please email to me.
0118 230 0604 View 0118 230 0604
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Janie Ironside Wood
Counsellor, MBACP
London W2
We all meet challenges in life: personal, psychological, motivational, relationships, work, loss of a loved one, illness etc. Sometimes you can see where feelings like anxiety, depression, and fear come from, but sometimes you can't. Sometimes you just feel lost, alone and fearful. Or you're at a crossroads where confusion is the order of the day. Sometimes you can express how you feel to friends, but sometimes you'd rather talk to someone in a safe confidential space who is going to listen and not judge, or direct.
We all meet challenges in life: personal, psychological, motivational, relationships, work, loss of a loved one, illness etc. Sometimes you can see where feelings like anxiety, depression, and fear come from, but sometimes you can't. Sometimes you just feel lost, alone and fearful. Or you're at a crossroads where confusion is the order of the day. Sometimes you can express how you feel to friends, but sometimes you'd rather talk to someone in a safe confidential space who is going to listen and not judge, or direct.
01628 956344 View 01628 956344
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Sonja H. R. Nemecek
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
London W1G
Today each of us has to face tremendous stress, financial and personal problems, and an unclear future for us and our loved ones. Whether as a business owner or as a parent, as an artist, or as an employee with too much responsibility, you are up against severe challenges. Talking to a trained and impartial specialist about your worries and your personal and professional situation can permanently improve your well-being.
Today each of us has to face tremendous stress, financial and personal problems, and an unclear future for us and our loved ones. Whether as a business owner or as a parent, as an artist, or as an employee with too much responsibility, you are up against severe challenges. Talking to a trained and impartial specialist about your worries and your personal and professional situation can permanently improve your well-being.
01322 949401 View 01322 949401
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Henry Eastman
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
London SW6
If you’re reading this, something in your life may feel heavy, overwhelming or stuck. Maybe you’ve been carrying anxiety for a long time, repeating old patterns in relationships or feeling disconnected from who you are. You might look “fine” on the outside while inside things feel tangled, uncertain or too much to hold alone. I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can slow down, explore what’s going on beneath the surface and begin to feel more like yourself again.
If you’re reading this, something in your life may feel heavy, overwhelming or stuck. Maybe you’ve been carrying anxiety for a long time, repeating old patterns in relationships or feeling disconnected from who you are. You might look “fine” on the outside while inside things feel tangled, uncertain or too much to hold alone. I offer a warm, compassionate space where you can slow down, explore what’s going on beneath the surface and begin to feel more like yourself again.
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Folashade Babalola
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
London E8
My clients come to see me with a range of issues. Many are associated with relationship problems, some are struggling through divorce, anxiety, anger, rage, cultural issues, commitment issues and bullying at work. Some clients want to work on their self-esteem and confidence related issues. Some clients wish to work through childhood sexual abuse. While others wish to work through bereavement. Most clients have a planned outcome and that is to feel better at the end of their allocated sessions. I am a Person-Centered focused therapist. I am focused on listening to the needs of my clients and focusing on their thoughts and feelings.
My clients come to see me with a range of issues. Many are associated with relationship problems, some are struggling through divorce, anxiety, anger, rage, cultural issues, commitment issues and bullying at work. Some clients want to work on their self-esteem and confidence related issues. Some clients wish to work through childhood sexual abuse. While others wish to work through bereavement. Most clients have a planned outcome and that is to feel better at the end of their allocated sessions. I am a Person-Centered focused therapist. I am focused on listening to the needs of my clients and focusing on their thoughts and feelings.
01322 250134 View 01322 250134

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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.