Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Counselling in London
I provide compassionate and creative psychological therapy to children and adolescents who may be struggling with low self-esteem, trauma, anxiety or other social and emotional difficulties. I will work together with you (parents/carers) and your child to understand what might be underlying their difficulties and what might be the best approach for them.
I provide compassionate and creative psychological therapy to children and adolescents who may be struggling with low self-esteem, trauma, anxiety or other social and emotional difficulties. I will work together with you (parents/carers) and your child to understand what might be underlying their difficulties and what might be the best approach for them.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming - whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or adjusting to big life changes. My role as a clinical psychologist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can share openly, without judgment, and work towards feeling stronger and more balanced.
Our sessions will usually be 50 minutes online (video), where you’ll be supported to talk through your challenges in a safe, confidential space. My goal is for you to leave each session with greater understanding and a sense of progress, no matter how small.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming - whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or adjusting to big life changes. My role as a clinical psychologist is to provide a safe, compassionate space where you can share openly, without judgment, and work towards feeling stronger and more balanced.
Our sessions will usually be 50 minutes online (video), where you’ll be supported to talk through your challenges in a safe, confidential space. My goal is for you to leave each session with greater understanding and a sense of progress, no matter how small.
I often work with people who are feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, or overwhelmed. Many have developed creative ways of coping that once kept them safe, but now feel painful or limiting. For some, this can involve pushing feelings aside, holding parts of themselves back, staying busy or avoiding looking too closely at what feels uncomfortable, leaving them feeling disconnected from themselves or others.
A central part of my work is supporting people to navigate opposing truths, as both therapy and life can involve balancing hope and despair, comfort and challenge, fragility and strength, safety and risk, holding on and letting go.
I often work with people who are feeling anxious, depressed, stuck, or overwhelmed. Many have developed creative ways of coping that once kept them safe, but now feel painful or limiting. For some, this can involve pushing feelings aside, holding parts of themselves back, staying busy or avoiding looking too closely at what feels uncomfortable, leaving them feeling disconnected from themselves or others.
A central part of my work is supporting people to navigate opposing truths, as both therapy and life can involve balancing hope and despair, comfort and challenge, fragility and strength, safety and risk, holding on and letting go.
Hi, I’m Candice. I’m a highly skilled and compassionate clinical psychologist with extensive training and experience in helping people to feel better. I work with teenagers and adults with an array of issues such as stress, anxiety, low mood, trauma or grief. I have a special interest in working with bereavement and grief, in particular, with bereaved parents who have experienced baby loss. Self funded sessions are £130 and I accept most major insurers. I offer sessions online on Tuesday afternoons or in person in Mill Hill on Friday mornings.
Hi, I’m Candice. I’m a highly skilled and compassionate clinical psychologist with extensive training and experience in helping people to feel better. I work with teenagers and adults with an array of issues such as stress, anxiety, low mood, trauma or grief. I have a special interest in working with bereavement and grief, in particular, with bereaved parents who have experienced baby loss. Self funded sessions are £130 and I accept most major insurers. I offer sessions online on Tuesday afternoons or in person in Mill Hill on Friday mornings.
Dr Shirin Mustafa
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Recognising that you're struggling and taking the first step toward seeking support requires great courage. You're not alone and I am here to help. As an experienced psychologist, I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches to ensure we find the right fit for you, making therapy a meaningful and effective journey. I am trained to work across the lifespan, offering support for children, teens, adults, and retirees. Additionally, I provide therapy for individuals, couples, and groups, and am experienced in working with neurodiverse individuals.
Recognising that you're struggling and taking the first step toward seeking support requires great courage. You're not alone and I am here to help. As an experienced psychologist, I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches to ensure we find the right fit for you, making therapy a meaningful and effective journey. I am trained to work across the lifespan, offering support for children, teens, adults, and retirees. Additionally, I provide therapy for individuals, couples, and groups, and am experienced in working with neurodiverse individuals.
BABCP accredited psychotherapist in Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapy. Specialising in anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, PTSD, multiple/complex trauma.
DBT psychotherapist specialising in personality disorders. EUPD/BPD presentations. Emotional regulation difficulties.
Clinical supervision for qualified and trainee CBT therapists.
Holistic psychotherapist incorporating mindfulness techniques, schema therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy.
Specialising in child and adolescent mental health. Attachment and trauma focused approach.
BABCP accredited psychotherapist in Cognitive and Behavioural Psychotherapy. Specialising in anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, PTSD, multiple/complex trauma.
DBT psychotherapist specialising in personality disorders. EUPD/BPD presentations. Emotional regulation difficulties.
Clinical supervision for qualified and trainee CBT therapists.
Holistic psychotherapist incorporating mindfulness techniques, schema therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy.
Specialising in child and adolescent mental health. Attachment and trauma focused approach.
Life itself is complex and through no fault of our own brings up many challenges that can lead to worry, anxiety, self-criticism, stress and low-esteem to name a few. As a clinical psychologist, I am flexible in my approach and work with a range of difficulties. I strongly believe therapy can be such a rewarding experience and the importance of creating a safe space in offering a non-judgemental and compassionate place for a person to feel heard and understood as we work together towards what is important to you. As such, issues relating to past or present, it is a space to create self-awareness and further move towards your values.
Life itself is complex and through no fault of our own brings up many challenges that can lead to worry, anxiety, self-criticism, stress and low-esteem to name a few. As a clinical psychologist, I am flexible in my approach and work with a range of difficulties. I strongly believe therapy can be such a rewarding experience and the importance of creating a safe space in offering a non-judgemental and compassionate place for a person to feel heard and understood as we work together towards what is important to you. As such, issues relating to past or present, it is a space to create self-awareness and further move towards your values.
I’m Pritesh Joshi — a CBT and EMDR therapist helping high-performing people break free from emotional overload, trauma, and silent burnout.
I work with professionals who seem “fine” on the outside… but feel quietly overwhelmed, disconnected, or emotionally flat on the inside. I’m not the kind of therapist who just nods and asks, “And how does that make you feel?”
Clients often tell me, “You actually get it.” That’s because I believe therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or cold — it should feel like a grounded conversation that actually helps you move forward.
I’m Pritesh Joshi — a CBT and EMDR therapist helping high-performing people break free from emotional overload, trauma, and silent burnout.
I work with professionals who seem “fine” on the outside… but feel quietly overwhelmed, disconnected, or emotionally flat on the inside. I’m not the kind of therapist who just nods and asks, “And how does that make you feel?”
Clients often tell me, “You actually get it.” That’s because I believe therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or cold — it should feel like a grounded conversation that actually helps you move forward.
Do you feel a bit lost, not quite yourself anymore, or stuck in a cycle of anxiety that never seems to fully ease? You may be going through a breakup or a life change that has left you doubting yourself and questioning where you’re headed. I work with adults who feel as though, despite their best efforts, they feel stuck. Together, we explore and gently shift patterns, whether in relationships, emotional responses, or lifestyle, so you can move forward with confidence and self-trust. My work focuses on helping you reduce anxiety and trauma-related symptoms, rebuild confidence and support you in having positive relationships.
Do you feel a bit lost, not quite yourself anymore, or stuck in a cycle of anxiety that never seems to fully ease? You may be going through a breakup or a life change that has left you doubting yourself and questioning where you’re headed. I work with adults who feel as though, despite their best efforts, they feel stuck. Together, we explore and gently shift patterns, whether in relationships, emotional responses, or lifestyle, so you can move forward with confidence and self-trust. My work focuses on helping you reduce anxiety and trauma-related symptoms, rebuild confidence and support you in having positive relationships.
Are you an adult struggling with low self-esteem and lack of confidence, anxiety, depression, or just feeling stuck, stressed, and overwhelmed?
I have worked in the helping professions for 27 years as a movement psychotherapist, lecturer, life coach, and CBT psychotherapist.
I can support you to overcome social anxiety, health anxiety, OCD, self-esteem difficulties, trauma and PTSD, panic disorder, generalised anxiety and stress, phobias, emotion regulation issues, and depression.
I am qualified in Psychology (BSc Hons), Dance Movement Therapy (Pg.Dip), Positive and Coaching Psychology (Master's degree), and CBT (PgDip).
Are you an adult struggling with low self-esteem and lack of confidence, anxiety, depression, or just feeling stuck, stressed, and overwhelmed?
I have worked in the helping professions for 27 years as a movement psychotherapist, lecturer, life coach, and CBT psychotherapist.
I can support you to overcome social anxiety, health anxiety, OCD, self-esteem difficulties, trauma and PTSD, panic disorder, generalised anxiety and stress, phobias, emotion regulation issues, and depression.
I am qualified in Psychology (BSc Hons), Dance Movement Therapy (Pg.Dip), Positive and Coaching Psychology (Master's degree), and CBT (PgDip).
Sometimes things in life can start to seem overwhelming; the useful strategies of the past may not be as helpful as they used to; we can find ourselves lost and unsure. This can often lead to added, despair, anxiety, and self-criticism. It can often seem hard to see a way out or to ask for help. You may need someone to listen without judgement and provide insights into understanding patterns in your life. You may also desire strategies to change your actions and the way that you think about things. The way to a fulfilling and valued life is available without a life-long commitment to therapy.
Sometimes things in life can start to seem overwhelming; the useful strategies of the past may not be as helpful as they used to; we can find ourselves lost and unsure. This can often lead to added, despair, anxiety, and self-criticism. It can often seem hard to see a way out or to ask for help. You may need someone to listen without judgement and provide insights into understanding patterns in your life. You may also desire strategies to change your actions and the way that you think about things. The way to a fulfilling and valued life is available without a life-long commitment to therapy.
I am trained by BiDBT and offer DBT (both 1:1 and skills-only), CBT, ERP, person-centred, and integrative therapy.
I help people untangle complex thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behaviour that feel hard to manage on their own. My work is thoughtful and practical, with a focus on understanding what keeps things stuck and developing tools that support real change in everyday life. I also offer support to expats navigating major life transitions. As an expat myself, this is an area I’m particularly invested in and well placed to support, whether you’re adjusting to a new country, identity shifts, or the emotional impact of living between cultures.
I am trained by BiDBT and offer DBT (both 1:1 and skills-only), CBT, ERP, person-centred, and integrative therapy.
I help people untangle complex thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behaviour that feel hard to manage on their own. My work is thoughtful and practical, with a focus on understanding what keeps things stuck and developing tools that support real change in everyday life. I also offer support to expats navigating major life transitions. As an expat myself, this is an area I’m particularly invested in and well placed to support, whether you’re adjusting to a new country, identity shifts, or the emotional impact of living between cultures.
I work with people who are trying to making sense of their place in the world, trying to answer questions of meaning, purpose and identity. If you're considering therapy, you may know what you want to work on, but feel stuck, frustrated, or in need of some support. You may know that something's not right but not know where to start. This may coincide with feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, or burn out. Psychotherapy is a space for you to discuss what's on your mind in a non-judgemental collaborative setting. This is a chance for you to tell your story, and make sense of what it means.
I work with people who are trying to making sense of their place in the world, trying to answer questions of meaning, purpose and identity. If you're considering therapy, you may know what you want to work on, but feel stuck, frustrated, or in need of some support. You may know that something's not right but not know where to start. This may coincide with feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, or burn out. Psychotherapy is a space for you to discuss what's on your mind in a non-judgemental collaborative setting. This is a chance for you to tell your story, and make sense of what it means.
It can be daunting entering therapy (whether it's your first experience or returning), and my goal is to create a non-judgmental, safe space where you feel truly heard and valued through evidence-based techniques. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 6 years of experience within the NHS. We will work together to help you overcome your difficulties whether that's day-to-day stress, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem or trauma. In your one-to-one sessions, we will start to build a shared understanding of your difficulties to develop tailor-made coping strategies that suit your needs at a pace that is comfortable for you.
It can be daunting entering therapy (whether it's your first experience or returning), and my goal is to create a non-judgmental, safe space where you feel truly heard and valued through evidence-based techniques. I am a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with over 6 years of experience within the NHS. We will work together to help you overcome your difficulties whether that's day-to-day stress, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem or trauma. In your one-to-one sessions, we will start to build a shared understanding of your difficulties to develop tailor-made coping strategies that suit your needs at a pace that is comfortable for you.
Engaging in therapy is a courageous act of self-care. In our sessions, you will find a safe, compassionate, and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges without judgment. I support adults, adolescents, and families navigating stress, anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, relational challenges, life transitions and trauma. I am especially passionate about helping young people and adults to develop meaningful coping strategies as they navigate academic, social, and cultural challenges.
Engaging in therapy is a courageous act of self-care. In our sessions, you will find a safe, compassionate, and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges without judgment. I support adults, adolescents, and families navigating stress, anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, relational challenges, life transitions and trauma. I am especially passionate about helping young people and adults to develop meaningful coping strategies as they navigate academic, social, and cultural challenges.
Hello, I am Alice. I am a registered Psychologist and CBT therapist. I am experienced in Mindfulness and third wave CBT developments such as ACT. I work primarily with adults 18+ and couples. I specialise in the treatment of Stress and Anxiety disorders (such as OCD, PTSD, Panic, Perfectionism, Social Anxiety and Impostor Syndrome); Depression and Bipolar Disorder; Trauma and relationship problems. I also help clients to achieve the life they want to live through self development and working on living their values.
Hello, I am Alice. I am a registered Psychologist and CBT therapist. I am experienced in Mindfulness and third wave CBT developments such as ACT. I work primarily with adults 18+ and couples. I specialise in the treatment of Stress and Anxiety disorders (such as OCD, PTSD, Panic, Perfectionism, Social Anxiety and Impostor Syndrome); Depression and Bipolar Disorder; Trauma and relationship problems. I also help clients to achieve the life they want to live through self development and working on living their values.
I am a Counselling Psychologist with extensive experience of delivering evidence-based treatments in the NHS, within voluntary organisations and in private practice. I have worked with individuals and groups experiencing mental health difficulties including depression, a variety of anxiety disorders, bereavement and addiction.
I am a Counselling Psychologist with extensive experience of delivering evidence-based treatments in the NHS, within voluntary organisations and in private practice. I have worked with individuals and groups experiencing mental health difficulties including depression, a variety of anxiety disorders, bereavement and addiction.
Hi, I’m Rachel. I am a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a genuine passion for helping people navigate life’s challenges and feel more in control of their emotional wellbeing. CBT is a well-researched and effective approach, but what really matters to me is creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported. I take a compassionate and collaborative approach—working with you to understand what’s going on beneath the surface, and helping you develop the tools and confidence to make lasting changes.
Hi, I’m Rachel. I am a BABCP-accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a genuine passion for helping people navigate life’s challenges and feel more in control of their emotional wellbeing. CBT is a well-researched and effective approach, but what really matters to me is creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported. I take a compassionate and collaborative approach—working with you to understand what’s going on beneath the surface, and helping you develop the tools and confidence to make lasting changes.
As-salāmu ‘alaykum and welcome to Al-Aqsa Wellbeing.
We are a specialist psychological service offering Islamic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)—a compassionate and evidence-based approach tailored to the needs of Muslims.
Our service integrates clinical expertise with the spiritual values of Islam, helping clients explore the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviour within an Islamic Framework. We have extensive experience delivering culturally sensitive interventions, with particular expertise in Islamic Psychology.
Take the first step towards healing, emotionally and spiritually.
As-salāmu ‘alaykum and welcome to Al-Aqsa Wellbeing.
We are a specialist psychological service offering Islamic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)—a compassionate and evidence-based approach tailored to the needs of Muslims.
Our service integrates clinical expertise with the spiritual values of Islam, helping clients explore the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviour within an Islamic Framework. We have extensive experience delivering culturally sensitive interventions, with particular expertise in Islamic Psychology.
Take the first step towards healing, emotionally and spiritually.
My name is Roxanne Haydon, I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor. I am registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and currently working at Hackney Therapy Centre in Hackney and online. I believe everyone should have the chance to receive therapeutic support. Whether it’s for something specific or you want to make changes in your life in a more general way, integrative therapy and counselling can offer a safe space for you to review your where are currently, explore why you feel this way and where you would like to go next.
My name is Roxanne Haydon, I am a qualified Integrative Counsellor. I am registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and currently working at Hackney Therapy Centre in Hackney and online. I believe everyone should have the chance to receive therapeutic support. Whether it’s for something specific or you want to make changes in your life in a more general way, integrative therapy and counselling can offer a safe space for you to review your where are currently, explore why you feel this way and where you would like to go next.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Counsellors
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviours that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioural therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioural change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.