Gestalt Counselling in London
I specialise in Gestalt therapy and my approach is integrative.
The therapy I offer is an opportunity to be welcomed and received in your truth, without judgment, supported by the safe container I hold for you each week. The journey, however bumpy, is one you won’t have to walk alone. I will be alongside you each step of the way. Together we will question old narratives that no longer serve you, explore your relationship with yourself and others and look at how the meaning you make from each experience impacts your sense of being in the world.
I specialise in Gestalt therapy and my approach is integrative.
The therapy I offer is an opportunity to be welcomed and received in your truth, without judgment, supported by the safe container I hold for you each week. The journey, however bumpy, is one you won’t have to walk alone. I will be alongside you each step of the way. Together we will question old narratives that no longer serve you, explore your relationship with yourself and others and look at how the meaning you make from each experience impacts your sense of being in the world.
My practice draws on TA, gestalt and person centred therapy within the humanistic tradition.
From a humanistic perspective and specifically a person centred frame of reference, our work will always be steered by you. Whether it be a lack of confidence or repetitive behaviours that have undermined your path and progression, whether you are experiencing a bereavement or other form of life transition, whether you are struggling with neurodiversity, sexual identity, or power dynamics, or whether you have simply not been seen or heard and have reached the point where you would like to see change, then I am here to actively listen, without judgement.
My practice draws on TA, gestalt and person centred therapy within the humanistic tradition.
From a humanistic perspective and specifically a person centred frame of reference, our work will always be steered by you. Whether it be a lack of confidence or repetitive behaviours that have undermined your path and progression, whether you are experiencing a bereavement or other form of life transition, whether you are struggling with neurodiversity, sexual identity, or power dynamics, or whether you have simply not been seen or heard and have reached the point where you would like to see change, then I am here to actively listen, without judgement.
I work with an integrative approach, including theoretical principles such as Relational, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Spiritual, Mindfulness, Gestalt, etc.
I specialise in matters of the heart relating to personal identity, difference and diversity, sexuality, phobias, bereavement, loss, mental and sexual abuse, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, issues of low self esteem, relationship issues and work-related anxiety, stress and/or depression.
I work with an integrative approach, including theoretical principles such as Relational, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Spiritual, Mindfulness, Gestalt, etc.
I specialise in matters of the heart relating to personal identity, difference and diversity, sexuality, phobias, bereavement, loss, mental and sexual abuse, generalised anxiety disorder, depression, issues of low self esteem, relationship issues and work-related anxiety, stress and/or depression.
I am a counsellor who provides a safe, warm and comfortable place for clients to explore what is making them feel unhappy with their lives, and enable them to explore how they can move forward or adjust to what they are experiencing, to be the person they want to be and lead a happy fulfilling life. Our lives can change in a second sometimes this is a good experience, but when it changes and makes us feel unhappy, sometimes alone and overwhelmed with life, we want this to change, however this can be painful and difficult to do alone, I believe counselling gives the client a safe place to explore these feelings.
I am a counsellor who provides a safe, warm and comfortable place for clients to explore what is making them feel unhappy with their lives, and enable them to explore how they can move forward or adjust to what they are experiencing, to be the person they want to be and lead a happy fulfilling life. Our lives can change in a second sometimes this is a good experience, but when it changes and makes us feel unhappy, sometimes alone and overwhelmed with life, we want this to change, however this can be painful and difficult to do alone, I believe counselling gives the client a safe place to explore these feelings.
Hi, I'm Natnalin and I'm a counsellor based in North London. I work with clients who are going through major life challenges, such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, or transitions and are looking for guidance and support to navigate these challenges effectively. I also work with clients from multicultural backgrounds who are dealing with familial issues, self-identity and self-esteem issues and who appreciate a counsellor who can understand the complexities of multicultural identities.
Hi, I'm Natnalin and I'm a counsellor based in North London. I work with clients who are going through major life challenges, such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, or transitions and are looking for guidance and support to navigate these challenges effectively. I also work with clients from multicultural backgrounds who are dealing with familial issues, self-identity and self-esteem issues and who appreciate a counsellor who can understand the complexities of multicultural identities.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, or noticing patterns in your relationships that are hard to change. You may be struggling with ADHD, difficult emotions, relational challenges or the impact of earlier life experiences, including trauma and abuse. I offer a calm, confidential, and supportive space where these experiences can be explored at a pace that feels safe. I am a qualified counsellor and trainee integrative psychotherapist working with adults, children and adolescents. As part of my training, I am completing adult clinical hours and offer a limited number of adult sessions at a concessionary rate.
You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck, or noticing patterns in your relationships that are hard to change. You may be struggling with ADHD, difficult emotions, relational challenges or the impact of earlier life experiences, including trauma and abuse. I offer a calm, confidential, and supportive space where these experiences can be explored at a pace that feels safe. I am a qualified counsellor and trainee integrative psychotherapist working with adults, children and adolescents. As part of my training, I am completing adult clinical hours and offer a limited number of adult sessions at a concessionary rate.
I created Empower U Therapy as I truly believe in the force of empowerment which I strive to offer throughout sessions. As an integrative therapist I have been trained to use multiple approaches. No matter your reason for reaching out, weather this is to make a change, building self-awareness and learning more about yourself, processing something you have been through, or just having someone to speak to, therapy can help. Some changes are tiny and others are massive steps, but each and every one is an achievement. The therapy journey is rewarding and challenging, but I will be there to support you every step of the way.
I created Empower U Therapy as I truly believe in the force of empowerment which I strive to offer throughout sessions. As an integrative therapist I have been trained to use multiple approaches. No matter your reason for reaching out, weather this is to make a change, building self-awareness and learning more about yourself, processing something you have been through, or just having someone to speak to, therapy can help. Some changes are tiny and others are massive steps, but each and every one is an achievement. The therapy journey is rewarding and challenging, but I will be there to support you every step of the way.
My name is Maria Ilinskaia. I offer individual and couple/family therapy in Central London and online.
I am a fully qualified therapist with over 14 years of clinical experience and a registered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
I use an integrative approach that combines emotional, cognitive, and somatic methods, tailored to each person or couple/family.
My name is Maria Ilinskaia. I offer individual and couple/family therapy in Central London and online.
I am a fully qualified therapist with over 14 years of clinical experience and a registered member of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
I use an integrative approach that combines emotional, cognitive, and somatic methods, tailored to each person or couple/family.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and you may find yourself searching for clarity, understanding, or a safe space to pause. My aim is to offer a warm, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace.
As an integrative counsellor, I believe each person’s story is unique. I work in a gentle, collaborative, and non-judgmental way, supporting you towards greater self-understanding and emotional balance.
I offer therapy sessions in both English and Turkish.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, and you may find yourself searching for clarity, understanding, or a safe space to pause. My aim is to offer a warm, supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace.
As an integrative counsellor, I believe each person’s story is unique. I work in a gentle, collaborative, and non-judgmental way, supporting you towards greater self-understanding and emotional balance.
I offer therapy sessions in both English and Turkish.
Healing begins with feeling truly seen, heard and accepted. I'm an experienced Transpersonal integrative psychotherapist offering a warm, inclusive space to explore whatever’s on your mind and in your heart.
I support individuals and couples through a variety of issues please see my website for full details.
Every experience is unique—and so is the therapy we’ll build together. Whether you’re looking for short-term support or deeper, longer-term work, you’re welcome. No one knows you better than yourself which is why you will set the pace and I’ll meet you there. Together we will begin your journey inwards.
Healing begins with feeling truly seen, heard and accepted. I'm an experienced Transpersonal integrative psychotherapist offering a warm, inclusive space to explore whatever’s on your mind and in your heart.
I support individuals and couples through a variety of issues please see my website for full details.
Every experience is unique—and so is the therapy we’ll build together. Whether you’re looking for short-term support or deeper, longer-term work, you’re welcome. No one knows you better than yourself which is why you will set the pace and I’ll meet you there. Together we will begin your journey inwards.
I work with people who are experiencing the anxieties, difficulties and deficiencies of everyday living, grappling with the struggles of simply being human today. Many people come feeling disconnected from themselves, and the others in their life, in some fundamental way. Often they're trying to fix that disconnection with habits and patterns that provide short-term relief but nothing lasting (using social withdrawal, people-pleasing, anger, alcohol, food, porn, work, exercise and so on) and consequently they feel depressed, anxious, or lost, lacking genuine intimacy, cut off from their deeper sense of self and purpose in life.
I work with people who are experiencing the anxieties, difficulties and deficiencies of everyday living, grappling with the struggles of simply being human today. Many people come feeling disconnected from themselves, and the others in their life, in some fundamental way. Often they're trying to fix that disconnection with habits and patterns that provide short-term relief but nothing lasting (using social withdrawal, people-pleasing, anger, alcohol, food, porn, work, exercise and so on) and consequently they feel depressed, anxious, or lost, lacking genuine intimacy, cut off from their deeper sense of self and purpose in life.
My main approach is to encourage you to explore your feelings and take responsibility for your thoughts and actions. As I work in a way that empowers the client, I always work with what you present. Bottled up feelings such as anger, anxiety, grief, jealousy, sadness, shame and pain can become very overwhelming.The opportunity to express them can make it much easier to understand yourself and others. As I acknowledge your feelings and respect you as a person in your own right, you gain self-respect and a sense of being valued. This leads to building trust between counsellor and client, which is an essential part of the process.
My main approach is to encourage you to explore your feelings and take responsibility for your thoughts and actions. As I work in a way that empowers the client, I always work with what you present. Bottled up feelings such as anger, anxiety, grief, jealousy, sadness, shame and pain can become very overwhelming.The opportunity to express them can make it much easier to understand yourself and others. As I acknowledge your feelings and respect you as a person in your own right, you gain self-respect and a sense of being valued. This leads to building trust between counsellor and client, which is an essential part of the process.
I am a Gestalt counsellor/therapist, and will work with you in an interactive, experiential way, to explore whatever you are going through.
I offer counselling and supervision face-to-face in London and online.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, angry, confused, struggling in relationships or with bereavement, or simply be curious about yourself.
I am a Gestalt counsellor/therapist, and will work with you in an interactive, experiential way, to explore whatever you are going through.
I offer counselling and supervision face-to-face in London and online.
You may be feeling anxious, depressed, angry, confused, struggling in relationships or with bereavement, or simply be curious about yourself.
You might be queer, creative, or sensitive — or all three. You’ve lived outside the lines in some way. Maybe you’ve done the healing work before but find yourself circling the same questions again:
Who am I, really? What do I want? Where do I belong?
You don’t want quick fixes or shallow advice. You want space to go deeper. To sit with the questions. To feel your way through.
I work online and in person in Brighton and London in London Bridge, SE1
You might be queer, creative, or sensitive — or all three. You’ve lived outside the lines in some way. Maybe you’ve done the healing work before but find yourself circling the same questions again:
Who am I, really? What do I want? Where do I belong?
You don’t want quick fixes or shallow advice. You want space to go deeper. To sit with the questions. To feel your way through.
I work online and in person in Brighton and London in London Bridge, SE1
I work with individual adults of all ages, both face-to-face and online. I provide 50-minute, once-weekly counselling on a short-term, medium-term or open-ended basis. I can provide help in many areas, including but not limited to: Anxiety, Identity/Sense of Self, Challenges experienced by the LGBTQIA+ community, Relationship Difficulties, Navigating Non-Monogamy and Polyamory, Trauma, Bereavement/Loss, Anger Management, Gendered Experience, End of Life/Chronic Illness, Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts and Stress.
I work with individual adults of all ages, both face-to-face and online. I provide 50-minute, once-weekly counselling on a short-term, medium-term or open-ended basis. I can provide help in many areas, including but not limited to: Anxiety, Identity/Sense of Self, Challenges experienced by the LGBTQIA+ community, Relationship Difficulties, Navigating Non-Monogamy and Polyamory, Trauma, Bereavement/Loss, Anger Management, Gendered Experience, End of Life/Chronic Illness, Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts and Stress.
Hi, I'm Anna.
I'm a warm, insightful psychotherapist with an international background. I offer a thoughtful, compassionate space and skilled perspective to address what truly matters to you and make sense of your experiences, to invite meaningful change and greater vitality into your life.
Beyond labels and diagnoses, I am interested in who you are, what has happened to you, how you are currently coping, and what you truly need to move forward with more ease. My aim is for you to be seen and understood within a trusted therapeutic relationship, where something new can begin.
Hi, I'm Anna.
I'm a warm, insightful psychotherapist with an international background. I offer a thoughtful, compassionate space and skilled perspective to address what truly matters to you and make sense of your experiences, to invite meaningful change and greater vitality into your life.
Beyond labels and diagnoses, I am interested in who you are, what has happened to you, how you are currently coping, and what you truly need to move forward with more ease. My aim is for you to be seen and understood within a trusted therapeutic relationship, where something new can begin.
Hi I'm Laura. I have experience working with clients from gender, sexual & relationship diverse backgrounds. I'm sex positive, sex worker allied and have experience of kink dynamics. Importantly I wont assume anything about you or your experiences, I listen to You as we work together to uncover patterns, develop insights, and build strategies for healing & growth.
Hi I'm Laura. I have experience working with clients from gender, sexual & relationship diverse backgrounds. I'm sex positive, sex worker allied and have experience of kink dynamics. Importantly I wont assume anything about you or your experiences, I listen to You as we work together to uncover patterns, develop insights, and build strategies for healing & growth.
Sometimes life is confusing, painful and problematic and we are troubled, distressed and not at peace with our lives or, ourselves. I fully believe that therapy is a setting in which we are able to speak freely and not feel judged; a place where we are met with empathy and understanding. I truly believe a setting such as this provides the basis from which healing can begin. It is absolutely my belief that the answers to our questions lie within us and we just need some assistance in navigating to those answers. Whatever it is you are seeking help with, I would love to work with you to find your answers, clarity and peace.
Sometimes life is confusing, painful and problematic and we are troubled, distressed and not at peace with our lives or, ourselves. I fully believe that therapy is a setting in which we are able to speak freely and not feel judged; a place where we are met with empathy and understanding. I truly believe a setting such as this provides the basis from which healing can begin. It is absolutely my belief that the answers to our questions lie within us and we just need some assistance in navigating to those answers. Whatever it is you are seeking help with, I would love to work with you to find your answers, clarity and peace.
Are you finding it hard to connect with other people or a sense of meaning? Maybe you struggle with obsessive compulsions and/or addictions. You may have occasional suicidal thoughts, or spend a lot of time searching for answers and wondering what might be wrong with you. It could be that you're finding it hard to motivate yourself in the usual way, or to feel enthusiastic about your future. Perhaps you've reached your goals and are disappointed to discover that, still, something vital is missing.
Are you finding it hard to connect with other people or a sense of meaning? Maybe you struggle with obsessive compulsions and/or addictions. You may have occasional suicidal thoughts, or spend a lot of time searching for answers and wondering what might be wrong with you. It could be that you're finding it hard to motivate yourself in the usual way, or to feel enthusiastic about your future. Perhaps you've reached your goals and are disappointed to discover that, still, something vital is missing.
My approach is to offer a safe, supportive space where clients can open up whole heartedly. For clients to feel truly heard and supported no matter what the issue maybe.
I offer Humanistic Counselling explained briefly, is an non-directive approach, where the client is seen as, the expert of themselves.
I will inquire and reflect back throughout your session -to gain a greater understanding of what it is your going through. To also then highlight the clients choices or blocks in their given situation and to explore changes and new awareness that arise.
My approach is to offer a safe, supportive space where clients can open up whole heartedly. For clients to feel truly heard and supported no matter what the issue maybe.
I offer Humanistic Counselling explained briefly, is an non-directive approach, where the client is seen as, the expert of themselves.
I will inquire and reflect back throughout your session -to gain a greater understanding of what it is your going through. To also then highlight the clients choices or blocks in their given situation and to explore changes and new awareness that arise.
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Gestalt Counsellors
What is gestalt therapy?
Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that to address unresolved negative feelings, emotions must be not only discussed but also actively expressed in the present moment. The term is from a German word meaning “whole,” and gestalt therapists believe that people should be considered whole entities made up of mind, body, and emotions. Gestalt sessions are rooted in the notion that a client’s total self must be discovered, explored, and confronted, so that they can take greater responsibility for themselves and their behaviour, learn to satisfy their own needs while still respecting the needs of others, and reconnect with feelings they might otherwise deny.
How does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy sessions do not just involve talking with a therapist. Clients may take part in role-playing, re-enactment, or artistic exercises like drawing and painting, with the goal of becoming more aware of negative thought patterns that limit happiness. One common gestalt exercise is “the empty chair,” in which a client sits across from an empty chair representing a partner, relative, boss, or a part of themselves—and, with the therapist’s encouragement, improvises a dialog with it. The intention is to bring the emotions raised by past conflicts into the present and work through them in the moment.
How long does gestalt therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for gestalt therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. New patients should understand that it may take some time to become comfortable with gestalt exercises but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions.
Does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy has generally been found to be as effective as other forms of talk therapy in helping people living with anxiety, depression, phobias, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, as well as helping individuals reduce conflict in relationships. Gestalt techniques, on their own or in combination with other therapies, can also be effective in managing physical ailments including ulcerative colitis, migraines, and back spasms. It should be noted that some people may have trouble adapting to gestalt therapy’s lack of formal structure or to a therapist’s close observations of their body language and emotions; others may struggle to commit to techniques that feel unnatural, like the empty chair exercise.