Couples Counselling in London

Hi, I’m Ilan! I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Director of The Oak Tree Practice. I want to tell you a bit more about myself, as I realise selecting a psychologist can be a tough task! I feel very privileged to be able to say I love what I do and always have, ever since I started volunteering for ChildLine in 2007. Following this, I’ve had experience working with a wide variety of clients including children, young people, adults, older adults, military personnel, individuals with learning disabilities, neurodevelopmental disorders and neurological conditions. I have also furthered my studies through the completion of undergraduate, masters and doctoral degrees. All this aside, one of the most important parts of my work is building relationships with those sitting opposite me. I have always believed that you can have all the training and knowledge in the world, but if the client doesn’t return, none of this can be put into action. Therefore, my first aim is always to provide a warm, compassionate and non-judgmental space where we can work on the clients’ difficulties together.

At certain points in everyone lives, there comes a time when life, work, family, loss, or the unhelpful ways you cope with stress can become overwhelming. I have worked with many people for over sixteen years who have experienced relational difficulties, I have experience in working with people who suffer with anxiety, depression, work related stress, relationship difficulties, addiction and addictive disorders, bereavement and loss. People who have been in recovery from addiction, and young people who have found self-isolation and lockdowns from Covid-19 too much to manage.

I offer a compassionate, safe and confidential environment that supports the exploration and expression of feelings, thoughts, beliefs and circumstances that may be having an adverse effect on emotional well-being and quality of life. Sometimes we just need a space to be still and reflect, a space where we feel accepted, understood and supported in gaining a deeper awareness into why we behave the way we do, or that can offer us an alternative perspective on challenging life situations. My aim is to support you in making sense of your life and working with you in moving to where you would like to be.

Hi! I believe everyone has the right for decent relationships (with friends, family and partners) as it has tremendous influence in their quality of life. Many things influence the way people behave in relationships - I am here to help you explore what might be getting in the way of you getting the relationships you want. I work with all sorts of issues in relationships and sexual difficulties, and will offer you a non-judgmental environment while facilitating the therapeutic process for self-discovery and actualisation.

Welcome! Sometimes life can be very challenging and during those times we may experience a range of emotions such as loneliness, helplessness, anxiety, depression, fear etc. I am Dr Yvonne Williams, a fully qualified integrative counsellor/psychotherapist with over 15 years experience working with individuals, children, couples and groups from diverse cultural backgrounds. I provide both long and short term counselling tailored to meet individual needs. My experience has been varied with children in schools and adults within the corporate and public sector.

I have worked with people from a wide range of backgrounds from business professionals to students to people in the public eye. What is universal is the need to feel heard and understood, to have a confidential therapeutic space as well as a hope for meaningful change through therapy. The reasons people seek help are varied. At times, life situations can trigger distress (perhaps a traumatic event, difficulties conceiving, the end of a relationship , the loss of a loved one, unemployment, becoming an expat, or transitioning into retirement). At other times, distress can arise seemingly out of the blue.

Do you feel stressed, anxious or overwhelmed by what is happening to you? Counselling & psychotherapy doesn’t have to be a last resort attempt at making sense of what is happening in your life, it can also be a great tool for personal development and growth.

Feeling stuck? The causes can be many: relationship issues, redundancy, bored in the job or even things sometimes termed as “mental illness.” I use that last term carefully because though it can help define the symptoms, if often fails to get at the human story beneath which is always there and needs addressing as well as any medical issues. In my sessions my aim is to help you past what eve holds you back into a better life- whatever that means to you.

I'm an Existential Psychotherapist and a Counselling Psychologist in training offering Couples and Individuals a safe and open space to creatively explore struggles and conflicts, to improve relationships and live a meaningful fulfilling life. I’m also a Couples Counsellor with international clinical experience since 2011. I offer in person and online session, for individuals and couples , facilitating self-exploration and growth within a safe environment. I was born in Israel, lived in Germany for many years, and now live in North London, UK.

I am a professionally qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist, experienced working with individuals with a wide range of issues. I have a special interest in helping people who struggle in their relationships, whether that is after a betrayal or infidelity or having trouble communicating and getting your needs met, or dealing with a dramatic life change, such as the end of a relationship or divorce. I use my extensive experience as a therapist to help my clients understand how the past may have impacted the way they relate to others and to help them grow towards more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others.

I am a qualified psychotherapist and clinical supervisor with over 20 years' practical experience. To date I have worked with a large range of different individuals, couples , families, and young persons, supporting them on the journey of finding clarity, understanding, and authentic self-power in the face of many different life issues and personal challenges. I have been an active therapist in both public sector organisations as well as in private practice in the UK, Turkey, and Austria. Having been trained and having worked in London, Vienna, and Istanbul, I speak fluent English, German, and Turkish

I work with couples and individuals in person, and via Zoom/Skype. I have specialist training in couples therapy. All couples come together with high hopes. And a satisfying relationship is key to happiness. Yet all relationships do face challenges. For example, has communication broken down or stopped? Do conversations turn into arguments? Are you feeling unheard, unwanted and alone? Or are you feeling boxed-in and overwhelmed? Are there trust issues? Has someone had an affair? Is there conflict around your sex-life, fertility issues, parenting etc? Whatever your situation, your relationship is important to you, and deserves help.

Sometimes love can feel hard to hold on to. Past hurts, present stresses and future uncertainties can compound to disconnect you from your partner , eroding trust and threatening the bond between you. Now could be the moment to find your way back to each other with affordable, time-limited relationship therapy.

Finding yourself in a crisis, a difficult relationship or feelings anxious, restless or stuck, are some of the reasons people reach out to me for space and safety to unravel their experiences and gain support. I work with adults, couples and more recently, children and families. I’m committed and passionate about providing support for my clients to explore all they need to in a creative, safe, supportive and connected way, helping them to re-connect with themselves, their lives, their families and friends.

Do you feel overwhelmed by feelings and emotions you can't understand? Do you struggle with relationships or feel isolated and alone? Do you have a difficult relationship with food? Have you harmed yourself or struggled with thoughts of ending your life? Have you experienced trauma, abuse, violence or loss? Have you turned to drugs or alcohol to help cope with difficult memories? Are you going through work stress or chronic pain? I will work with you to explore your feelings and help develop an understanding of your experiences in relation to the whole person that you are, working towards building a different and brighter future.

Every client comes with their story that is unique to them and need a space where they feel safe and not judged. Where someone will listen to them, try to understand their suffering and guide them, to heal them and help them find a way to move forward.

Central to therapy is talking to someone who offers non judgemental understanding and acceptance. Being really heard sometimes for the first time, allows individual to unload their burdens, and fears, I am an experienced Dynamic Interpersonal Therapist (DIT) and Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. With BSc (Hons) Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy. I offer a safe and secure space which enable you to explore deep emotional and relational issues more effectively; with the aim towards lasting change. There might be other reasons impacting your life negatively, which has an effect on your relationship .

Adults and Couples Therapy. I’m practicing from a new private room in between Balham and Tooting and also online! Get in touch and see how I can help you with your life problems. It’s never too late to look at those patterns that have been there for a lifetime. Maybe they are affecting your marriage? Creating barriers? Maybe you’d like to break free and learn how to cope better with them?