Codependency Counselling in London

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Joanna King
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
If you grew up feeling unseen, unsafe, or emotionally alone, those early experiences can quietly shape how you relate to yourself and others. You may find yourself struggling with self-worth, anxiety, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or a sense that something is “wrong” with you — even when life looks fine on the outside. ​I offer a warm and compassionate space for you to explore whatever is troubling you right now. I support adults who want to heal core wounds, reconnect with themselves, and work somatically with the nervous system to create lasting change.
If you grew up feeling unseen, unsafe, or emotionally alone, those early experiences can quietly shape how you relate to yourself and others. You may find yourself struggling with self-worth, anxiety, people-pleasing, emotional overwhelm, or a sense that something is “wrong” with you — even when life looks fine on the outside. ​I offer a warm and compassionate space for you to explore whatever is troubling you right now. I support adults who want to heal core wounds, reconnect with themselves, and work somatically with the nervous system to create lasting change.
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Ruth Lewis Clarke
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
London SW19
Hello! I am a qualified and accredited psychotherapist, working from a lovely studio in Wimbledon Village. I work with clients facing a range of difficult issues in their lives. This can be long or short-term work. I accompany my clients along their the journey of deeper self-knowledge, understanding how adverse childhood circumstances left their mark. I help people to discover lost parts of themselves, so they can show up more fully in the world. This involves finding new qualities, taking back projections, reconciling opposites in the psyche and finding balance.
Hello! I am a qualified and accredited psychotherapist, working from a lovely studio in Wimbledon Village. I work with clients facing a range of difficult issues in their lives. This can be long or short-term work. I accompany my clients along their the journey of deeper self-knowledge, understanding how adverse childhood circumstances left their mark. I help people to discover lost parts of themselves, so they can show up more fully in the world. This involves finding new qualities, taking back projections, reconciling opposites in the psyche and finding balance.
020 8059 4336 View 020 8059 4336
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Ryszard Salmanowicz
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
London W1W
I welcome all survivors of violence and abuse, but especially those historically silenced or pathologised: people diagnosed with what psychiatry calls personality disorders (especially BPD), survivors of colonial violence, and those dismissed as “insane” or materialistically reduced into being owners of a "faulty" brain or genes. My work bridges three domains: psychology, life sciences, and post-colonial criticism of abusive power structures - be it at home, at work, or in the nation, and in this sense isn't therapy, but psychological formulation towards autonomy and self-authority.
I welcome all survivors of violence and abuse, but especially those historically silenced or pathologised: people diagnosed with what psychiatry calls personality disorders (especially BPD), survivors of colonial violence, and those dismissed as “insane” or materialistically reduced into being owners of a "faulty" brain or genes. My work bridges three domains: psychology, life sciences, and post-colonial criticism of abusive power structures - be it at home, at work, or in the nation, and in this sense isn't therapy, but psychological formulation towards autonomy and self-authority.
020 3949 8404 View 020 3949 8404
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Lorraine Collins MSc
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
London W1S
At times the challenges of life can make us feel overwhelmed and isolated and it may feel difficult to talk about our feelings and fears to those closest to us. Feelings of shame, guilt or not knowing where to start can add to the feeling of being alone. I offer a space in which to explore these feelings in a safe and confidential setting without judgement, where together we can begin to understand what brought you to therapy in the first place.
At times the challenges of life can make us feel overwhelmed and isolated and it may feel difficult to talk about our feelings and fears to those closest to us. Feelings of shame, guilt or not knowing where to start can add to the feeling of being alone. I offer a space in which to explore these feelings in a safe and confidential setting without judgement, where together we can begin to understand what brought you to therapy in the first place.
020 3962 0658 View 020 3962 0658
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Somatic Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, PhD
Online Only
Have overwhelming events of the past marked your relationships with yourself and the world? Does your present life context trigger difficult emotional reactions, interpersonal or professional challenges? Do you suffer from lingering mental health issues and want to improve your wellbeing? Therapy can provide a safe trasformational opportunity to explore and heal what is difficult in your life. My role is to offer you a confidential and non-judgmental space for understanding, processing and learning how to manage unresolved, often conflicting feelings, thoughts and actions which impact quality of your life and relationships.
Have overwhelming events of the past marked your relationships with yourself and the world? Does your present life context trigger difficult emotional reactions, interpersonal or professional challenges? Do you suffer from lingering mental health issues and want to improve your wellbeing? Therapy can provide a safe trasformational opportunity to explore and heal what is difficult in your life. My role is to offer you a confidential and non-judgmental space for understanding, processing and learning how to manage unresolved, often conflicting feelings, thoughts and actions which impact quality of your life and relationships.
020 8103 0356 View 020 8103 0356
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Viviana Esse
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London WC1E
I work with individuals who are navigating emotionally complex inner worlds — often shaped by attachment wounds, loss, identity transitions, or long-standing relational patterns. My approach is relational, depth-oriented, and attentive to the nervous system. I offer a contained therapeutic space where patterns can be understood, felt, and gradually transformed — rather than simply managed. I typically work with clients who are seeking ongoing, committed psychotherapy and who are ready to engage in a process that unfolds over time. This allows the work to develop depth, continuity, and trust.
I work with individuals who are navigating emotionally complex inner worlds — often shaped by attachment wounds, loss, identity transitions, or long-standing relational patterns. My approach is relational, depth-oriented, and attentive to the nervous system. I offer a contained therapeutic space where patterns can be understood, felt, and gradually transformed — rather than simply managed. I typically work with clients who are seeking ongoing, committed psychotherapy and who are ready to engage in a process that unfolds over time. This allows the work to develop depth, continuity, and trust.
020 3856 8481 View 020 3856 8481
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Meril Algazi
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am a psychotherapist and an art psychotherapist who works flexibly in my approach to meet your individual needs, with a psychodynamic theoretical underpinning. Psychotherapy helps identify your feelings, destructive patterns in relationships, and how unconscious dynamics can be rooted in the past.
I am a psychotherapist and an art psychotherapist who works flexibly in my approach to meet your individual needs, with a psychodynamic theoretical underpinning. Psychotherapy helps identify your feelings, destructive patterns in relationships, and how unconscious dynamics can be rooted in the past.
01992 662463 View 01992 662463
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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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Angela Felecity Bryant
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
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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Thea Martin
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
London SW15
Hello, I’m Thea, a trauma-informed Integrative therapist specialising in anxiety-related issues. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, depression, loss, relationship struggles or a big life change - perhaps working through a phobia, habit, or sleep issue - I’m here to walk alongside you. I offer a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental space, tailoring my approach to your unique needs. Combining hypnotherapy, CBT, NLP, Havening, Eye Movement Reconsolidation, IFS-informed parts work and person-centred psychotherapy, I offer evidence-based short-term support or deeper, long-term therapy - whatever feels right for you.
Hello, I’m Thea, a trauma-informed Integrative therapist specialising in anxiety-related issues. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, stress, depression, loss, relationship struggles or a big life change - perhaps working through a phobia, habit, or sleep issue - I’m here to walk alongside you. I offer a warm, compassionate, non-judgmental space, tailoring my approach to your unique needs. Combining hypnotherapy, CBT, NLP, Havening, Eye Movement Reconsolidation, IFS-informed parts work and person-centred psychotherapy, I offer evidence-based short-term support or deeper, long-term therapy - whatever feels right for you.
020 8138 0474 View 020 8138 0474
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Roy Graff
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
London SE8
Drawing on my Psychosynthesis Psychotherapy training and over nine years of experience facilitating workshops and group work, I support clients exploring the full spectrum of their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions. My practice is inclusive and affirming of Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), welcoming LGBTQ+ individuals and those in non-monogamous relationships. In addition to my counselling work, I am a relationship coach specializing in alternative and non-traditional relationship dynamics, helping individuals and partners build resilience, improve communication, manage conflict, and deepen empathy
Drawing on my Psychosynthesis Psychotherapy training and over nine years of experience facilitating workshops and group work, I support clients exploring the full spectrum of their physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions. My practice is inclusive and affirming of Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diversity (GSRD), welcoming LGBTQ+ individuals and those in non-monogamous relationships. In addition to my counselling work, I am a relationship coach specializing in alternative and non-traditional relationship dynamics, helping individuals and partners build resilience, improve communication, manage conflict, and deepen empathy
020 4538 8658 View 020 4538 8658
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Hannah Chrystal
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialise in supporting individuals struggling with complex trauma, addiction, and compulsive behaviours. Together, we can explore relationship patterns, developmental and family dynamics, and behaviours that may be causing harm or distress to yourself or others. My approach focuses on understanding the roots of certain coping mechanisms — why they began and how they have served you — while supporting you in creating meaningful and lasting change.
I specialise in supporting individuals struggling with complex trauma, addiction, and compulsive behaviours. Together, we can explore relationship patterns, developmental and family dynamics, and behaviours that may be causing harm or distress to yourself or others. My approach focuses on understanding the roots of certain coping mechanisms — why they began and how they have served you — while supporting you in creating meaningful and lasting change.
020 3962 1275 View 020 3962 1275
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Cedric Bouet-Willaumez
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
London W1T
An established and experienced professional, I aim to help people get through life's challenges safely and usefully. I have worked with people from very different walks of life, and in very different settings (charities, the NHS and private practice since 2002).
An established and experienced professional, I aim to help people get through life's challenges safely and usefully. I have worked with people from very different walks of life, and in very different settings (charities, the NHS and private practice since 2002).
020 8103 3883 View 020 8103 3883
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Cristalle Hayes
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
London N3
Looking for help? You don’t have to suffer in silence. If you’re struggling to cope or have hit a crisis point then I’m glad you’ve taken the first step in looking for help; it’s one of the hardest things to do. My job as a therapist is to empower you to achieve the results you’re looking for; you already have the strength and tools you need to feel better, therapy will simply help you tap into that strength.
Looking for help? You don’t have to suffer in silence. If you’re struggling to cope or have hit a crisis point then I’m glad you’ve taken the first step in looking for help; it’s one of the hardest things to do. My job as a therapist is to empower you to achieve the results you’re looking for; you already have the strength and tools you need to feel better, therapy will simply help you tap into that strength.
020 4538 6097 View 020 4538 6097
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Benoit Bertrand-Delfau
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London W1T
Welcome! My name is Benoit, and I work with adults who may experience issues around codependence, problematic use of alcohol or substances, childhood trauma, gender identity and sexuality. Psychotherapy with me will offer you a trusted space and time that you may not find elsewhere in your life to explore who you are, how you are in the world, and the way forward.
Welcome! My name is Benoit, and I work with adults who may experience issues around codependence, problematic use of alcohol or substances, childhood trauma, gender identity and sexuality. Psychotherapy with me will offer you a trusted space and time that you may not find elsewhere in your life to explore who you are, how you are in the world, and the way forward.
020 7870 6243 View 020 7870 6243
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Katy Robertson
Psychotherapist, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London SW4
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and a warm welcome. I provide a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space for adults and adolescents to explore their feelings and difficult experiences, recognise and change unhealthy behaviours and thought patterns and grow in self-confidence. I am a qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist with a post graduate diploma in Child and Adolescent Counselling and Psychotherapy from Place2Be (level 7) and a BSc in Humanistic Counselling at Metanoia Institute where I qualified to work with adults. I work in private practice at The Awareness Centre in Clapham.
Hello and a warm welcome. I provide a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space for adults and adolescents to explore their feelings and difficult experiences, recognise and change unhealthy behaviours and thought patterns and grow in self-confidence. I am a qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist with a post graduate diploma in Child and Adolescent Counselling and Psychotherapy from Place2Be (level 7) and a BSc in Humanistic Counselling at Metanoia Institute where I qualified to work with adults. I work in private practice at The Awareness Centre in Clapham.
020 4538 9682 View 020 4538 9682
Ian Richardson
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
London SW1W
I am a clinically trainied Attachment based Psychoanalyst . I am also a trained Integrative Counsellor. My clinical focus is expansive and generic. Focusing on issues related to attachment/relational disruptions, trauma and loss.Understanding these issues is an important part of what Psychotherapy can offer. Working collaboratively with clients, I explore a wide range of emotional and relational problems.Some of these problems include depression, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, obsession and compulsion, addiction including narcotics, sex, food, gambling and alcohol.
I am a clinically trainied Attachment based Psychoanalyst . I am also a trained Integrative Counsellor. My clinical focus is expansive and generic. Focusing on issues related to attachment/relational disruptions, trauma and loss.Understanding these issues is an important part of what Psychotherapy can offer. Working collaboratively with clients, I explore a wide range of emotional and relational problems.Some of these problems include depression, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, obsession and compulsion, addiction including narcotics, sex, food, gambling and alcohol.
020 3893 2804 View 020 3893 2804
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Gaile Viciule
Verified Verified
Online Only
I help gain in-depth comprehension of psychological concepts, as well as help build self-esteem using practical tools to boost people into a place that they feel proud of. I help modern people with complex souls explore anxious and intrusive thoughts and help them understand themselves and their emotions.
I help gain in-depth comprehension of psychological concepts, as well as help build self-esteem using practical tools to boost people into a place that they feel proud of. I help modern people with complex souls explore anxious and intrusive thoughts and help them understand themselves and their emotions.
020 3984 7993 View 020 3984 7993
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Shauna Corke
Psychotherapist, BACP
London EC4A
Anxiety, Body Image, Addictions, Dependencies and more. Are you struggling with a situation or relationship? Do you feel stuck in patterns that no longer work for you? Perhaps you feel frustrated, sad or scared but can't identify the cause. Whatever you bring, I provide a safe and confidential environment and work with sensitivity and insight.
Anxiety, Body Image, Addictions, Dependencies and more. Are you struggling with a situation or relationship? Do you feel stuck in patterns that no longer work for you? Perhaps you feel frustrated, sad or scared but can't identify the cause. Whatever you bring, I provide a safe and confidential environment and work with sensitivity and insight.
07449 036191 View 07449 036191
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Amanda Bradley
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London W4
At times, life can feel hard to manage. When this happens, it helps to have a space where we can be listened to and met, just as we are, with the sole goal of making sense of what's happening for us. We all deserve to feel happy, useful, calm and in control. Coming to understand ourselves better through therapy can be the key to unlocking peace for ourselves.
At times, life can feel hard to manage. When this happens, it helps to have a space where we can be listened to and met, just as we are, with the sole goal of making sense of what's happening for us. We all deserve to feel happy, useful, calm and in control. Coming to understand ourselves better through therapy can be the key to unlocking peace for ourselves.
01748 901767 View 01748 901767

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Codependency Counsellors
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.