Family Therapy Counselling in London
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Neetu Rastogi
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience in private practice working with
family
/partner dynamics, difference, belonging, identity, cultural issues and inter-generational trauma and understanding how these issues can affect people in the course of their everyday life.
Life can be challenging sometimes and you may feel overwhelmed by difficult feelings or behaviours. Sometimes you may simply want to understand yourself better, realise your potential or improve your relationships. I am a professionally qualified and registered Psychotherapist. Psychotherapy aims to help you overcome obstacles to make sense of your internal world and feel understood and supported. It could help you to achieve lasting and fulfilling change in relationships with others but also your most important relationship, the one you have with yourself.

Therapy & Me
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Maybe you feel as though you are negotiating between intersecting parts of yourself such as your mind, body, heart and soul and you’re finding it difficult to find a balance that feels sincere to you. Perhaps this back and forth is affecting how you behave with your
family
, friends or partner and you’re finding it difficult to cope. You want to live a life where you can integrate more aspects of yourself and feel more whole, to hear and trust yourself, without fear of feeling shame, feeling seen or even feeling truly known by those who matter most to you. I work with a network of qualified and experienced therapists at Therapy & Me.

David Integrative Counsellor In Finsbury Park
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Does it feel like things are getting too difficult for you? I want to offer you a safe environment in which to explore without fear any issues, problems or challenges that are causing you distress. I believe that when you are truly listened to in a confidential and non-judgemental way you can work through the difficulties gaining an invaluable insight into yourself building the resources you need for the future. Together we can explore what is going on for you, how present circumstances are preventing you from breaking the cycle. I have experience working with anxiety, panic attacks, depression,
family
issues, and emotional abuse.

Therapy Central
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
We offer short, medium and long term therapy; face-to-face or remotely; couples and
family therapy
; flexible hours; central location; comfortable rooms; confidential service.
At the heart of our philosophy is the belief that psychological and emotional difficulties are often our response to the challenges we face every day. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, worry, anger or low mood, we know that there is a good reason to feel that way, and an even better one to change it. Our therapists are qualified and highly skilled clinical or counselling psychologists, and psychotherapists. They all hold membership with professional bodies such as HCPC and BACP covering a wealth of experience working with different issues. They adhere to the highest professional and ethical standards.

Cate Smail
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Verified
My experience is working with adults and young people experiencing a range of mental health issues from depression and anxiety to dealing with
family
and relationship issues.
I provide a calm and confidential therapy space which encourages self-exploration though the therapeutic relationship as well as creative processes. I have an integrative approach which includes modalities such as art therapy, guided drawing and EMDR therapy.

Patsy Florent
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
This is especially true for those of us that had challenging
family
experiences or relationships.
Do you want to be more present, authentic, and connected in your relationships? Are You Worrying that you're messing up your relationships? Noticing that your relationships elicit surprisingly strong feelings? Struggling with low self-esteem or feeling 'not enough? Coping with being overwhelmed by engaging in unhelpful behaviours? Feeling that you've tried everything; worried that nothing will work? You might think that you just have to learn to communicate better or be less 'this way and more that way'. You convince yourself that you should be able to stay connected by sheer will and behavior change. That's not how it Works...

Maria (Maya) Palej
Counsellor, BACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
People can come and see me for a variety of reasons, such as: low self-esteem, anxiety, stress, depression, low mood, feeling sad, lack of motivation, anger, loss or bereavement, feeling lost, lacking general meaning or direction in life, panic attacks, addiction, relationship issues and
family
issues.
Are you struggling to find balance in your life? Feeling anxious, tired and constantly stressed out? Talking can really help with this... I understand life can be difficult at times and we all need some added support from time to time. I offer therapy which is suited to your needs and will provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space to talk. I am a qualified integrative counsellor practicing in South East London. I am a registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).

Manuel Navarro
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I am a systemic and
family
psychotherapist with 18 years of experience working in mental health services in the NHS and the Maudsley Trust. I have experience working with children and adults who suffer from mental health or emotional difficulties such as depression, anxiety and panic, and eating disorders. I also work with couples who are looking to improve their relationship, and I am registered with the Emotionally Focused Therapy Institute (ICEEFT). My approach to therapy recognises that the individual, as well as their
family
members all have strengths and strategies which can be used to overcome symptoms and difficulties.
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Alex Monk
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified
Verified
Psychotherapy and counselling can help you to gently gain a new perspective on your relationships, without judgement, in a confidential space. Although relational patterns may have served you well in the past, perhaps you feel they are not helpful to you any longer. You may feel that things are just not working out, without ever really understanding why. Perhaps you keep choosing particular people as friends or partners that you know are not healthy but can't resist anyway. Perhaps this makes you feel anxious, depressed or you can't sleep at night and well meaning advice from friends of
family
doesn't seem to help.

Valeria Villa
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You feel stuck and unsure about the way ahead. You experience overwhelming feelings when you need to take a decision. Your sleep is disturbed or you fall asleep when awake. You burst into tears too quickly or too slowly. You experience relational challenges with your
family
/friends or at work. You desire to talk about yourself to better understand who you want /don’t want to be. This list is endless as varied are the reasons leading people to therapy. My priority is to listen to clients, to meet them in their life journey. We define together the steps ahead so that I can support them in finding what they want from therapy.

Francesco Lodi
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I also bring a wealth of experience in navigating the ebbs and flows of couple and
family
issues.
Hello, my name is Francesco. I am an experienced therapist who supports adults navigating anxious and stressful times. I have particular experience in helping adults with issues around self-esteem and self-blame. It can be challenging to manage emotions, and a combination of factors can lead to poor mental health and feeling unheard or misunderstood. I will listen to you sincerely. Therapy can bring freedom from a critical inner voice. I have extensive experience of working with clinically depressed clients for the NHS, supporting them through periods of feeling lost, empty and numb. I am also a lecturer in Counselling Studies.

Dr Natasha Ramzan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
Taking the first step in seeking therapy can be challenging, stressful, and overwhelming. Well done for looking after your needs. In therapy, we will develop the curiosity and awareness needed to guide you toward the solutions you already have within yourself. You are the expert on your life, and we will collaboratively identify and work through the changes needed to live a life that is meaningful and congruent with your values. The early experiences you had with
family
, different institutions, culture, and/or religion, will be explored, along with their effects on your life.
London SW11
& Online

Anna Gray
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I work with: loss, depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, low self-esteem, issues with work, relationships or
family
, and life changes.
Hello. Do you need some support right now? You may be dealing with feeling lost or overwhelmed, new changes, or perhaps old feelings that have reopened. I offer a calm and accepting presence, and I believe in the value of reconnecting to yourself and someone else: having the time and someone supportive to talk things through with could help you reduce overwhelm, find perspective, and develop your self-acceptance and confidence.

Josephine Basedow
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I offer relational psychodynamic therapy and trauma informed therapy to individuals - I am experienced working with: anxiety/social anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, shame, identity, life transitions,
family
issues, work and relationships, childhood sexual abuse and disordered eating. I offer a safe, non-judgemental and compassionate space to reflect together with you wherever you are at.

Sasha McBean
Counsellor, MSc, BACP
Verified
Verified
I am highly experienced and also support individuals living with depression, autism,
family
support, education, sight loss, diversity and difference challenges.
Abuse begins when someone who you are supposed to be able to trust begins to manipulate you, to accept mistreatment or their warped version of 'love'. I know the hurt you are experiencing and it has probably left you feeling confused, unsure of what "really" happened and this is a perfectly normal trauma response. You may be experiencing feelings of isolation and stress, self-doubt, low confidence. It may already be making it difficult for you to form relationships or causing relationship breakdown and psychical illnesses. This can happen several years after the incident. Let's have a conversation and change that!

Olivia Laven-Morris
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
As an experienced integrative therapist, I draw on a range of different approaches, including CBT, existential, humanistic and psychodynamic, to provide therapy tailored to you as an individual in a warm, safe and non-judgmental space. I work with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, work, stress, identity,
family
history, trauma, self-esteem, negative thought patterns, feeling stuck, shame, unhelpful behaviours and self-beliefs, transition and loss.
London SW11
& Online

The London Practice
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified
Verified
We have experience with a wide variety of issues, including: Relationship,
Family
issues, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, HIV, Sexuality, Life threatening illness, Addiction, Bereavement, Loss of meaning and purpose, Identity issues, Low self-esteem, Relationship issues, Sexual abuse, Suicidal thoughts and Employment issues.
We believe that everyone is unique and therefore is dealt with in a way that best caters to his or her individual needs. We work with you by exploring your world to see how you engage with your life and the people around you. Along the journey, we will explore your past, look at your present and see how you perceive the future. We will help you become more aware of your values, beliefs and limitations and help you connect and improve your relationship with yourself. This process may be challenging, yet extremely rewarding as we access the changes you want to make towards living the life that you want to live.

Matthew Lawrence Gorner
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified
Verified
My approach is client-centred and holistic, blending psychological approaches (Psychodynamic, Existential and Internal
Family
Systems) tailored to each person as an individual soul with a unique life and specific needs.
I help creatives and professionals struggling with career and self-esteem related issues. Low confidence, imposter syndrome or self-sabotage, for example, can manifest in behaviours such as workaholism and burnout or conversely procrastination and under-achievement. I’m familiar with these issues helping clients work through and overcome them.

Susannah Cardy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Like all integrative counsellors, I work with a diverse range of issues including anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, depression, relationship difficulties,
family
issues, bereavement and loss, identity issues, anxiety, loneliness, work issues and childhood abuse.
We all face times when life feels overwhelming and we can't seem to find a way forward. You may be feeling anxious or depressed, you may be experiencing relationship difficulties or feel stuck in unhelpful patterns from the past. As an integrative counsellor, I offer a warm and safe space where you can speak freely about whatever is troubling you. Developing a supportive therapeutic relationship with my clients is at the heart of my work. I believe it's the relationships we forge in life that allow us to grow. I also believe that, however great the challenges we face, we all have it within us to change our experience.

Danny Olive
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I'm an integrative counsellor working both online and in-person with individuals and couples. In addition to helping my clients with various mental and emotional challenges, I have a special interest in working with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and relationship issues. You may be experiencing relationship problems - with a partner,
family
and friends or colleagues and wondering why particular patterns keep occurring. Perhaps you are struggling with low self-worth, or that negative voice within you has become so loud that you are finding it difficult to relate to others and the world around you.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.