Hoarding Counselling in London

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Shamiso Mazaiwana
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I have worked with and supported clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement and loss, relationship issues, pregnancy issues/complications, hoarding disorder, and OCD.
I can support clients experiencing abuse, Anxiety, Bereavement, Child related issues, Cultural issues, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility, Loss, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Sex-related issues, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Women's issues, Work related issues.
I have worked with and supported clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement and loss, relationship issues, pregnancy issues/complications, hoarding disorder, and OCD.
I can support clients experiencing abuse, Anxiety, Bereavement, Child related issues, Cultural issues, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility, Loss, Pregnancy related issues, Redundancy, Relationships, Self esteem, Sex-related issues, Sexual identity, Sexuality, Spirituality, Stress, Women's issues, Work related issues.
020 4538 7954 View 020 4538 7954
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Sabrina Williams
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
The greatest difficulty most of us face is finding the strength and resilience to be the best version of ourselves despite life struggles. My work is to facilitate growth towards authenticity, empower freedom of expression (feelings, thoughts and emotions) and provide an empathetic, non-judgemental and confidential listening ear. I Provide an environment to gain mental space, explore thoughts, feelings, choices and consequences. You deserve to feel better, having the space to be real, authentic and free to express your thoughts, feelings and emotions.
The greatest difficulty most of us face is finding the strength and resilience to be the best version of ourselves despite life struggles. My work is to facilitate growth towards authenticity, empower freedom of expression (feelings, thoughts and emotions) and provide an empathetic, non-judgemental and confidential listening ear. I Provide an environment to gain mental space, explore thoughts, feelings, choices and consequences. You deserve to feel better, having the space to be real, authentic and free to express your thoughts, feelings and emotions.
020 4538 9942 View 020 4538 9942
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Felix Garthwaite
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
London W1W
I work in an experiential, compassionate, and open-minded way; offering both support and thoughtful challenge as you face what matters most. My aim is to create a space where you feel safe enough to be honest, and supported enough to take risks when something important needs attention. I believe that it is through our experience of each other in therapy that something hidden and unique can be disclosed, and that is what I aim to find with you.
I work in an experiential, compassionate, and open-minded way; offering both support and thoughtful challenge as you face what matters most. My aim is to create a space where you feel safe enough to be honest, and supported enough to take risks when something important needs attention. I believe that it is through our experience of each other in therapy that something hidden and unique can be disclosed, and that is what I aim to find with you.
020 4572 7076 View 020 4572 7076
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Helen Sanderson-Davies
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
You may be here because something in your life feels stuck, painful, or confusing – and you’re ready for change. Perhaps it’s how you feel or behave. Maybe it’s how others see you – or how you see yourself. You might be caught in patterns of overthinking, relationship struggles, or self-doubt. Whatever brings you here, individual therapy offers a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore it. A space to understand what’s going on beneath the surface – and how to move forward. I am registered with the BACP and hold a clinical MSc in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
You may be here because something in your life feels stuck, painful, or confusing – and you’re ready for change. Perhaps it’s how you feel or behave. Maybe it’s how others see you – or how you see yourself. You might be caught in patterns of overthinking, relationship struggles, or self-doubt. Whatever brings you here, individual therapy offers a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore it. A space to understand what’s going on beneath the surface – and how to move forward. I am registered with the BACP and hold a clinical MSc in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy.
01225 434432 View 01225 434432
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Charly El Kashory
Psychotherapist, MBACP
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
You might seem like you’re holding it all together, but inside it feels like something is missing. Maybe you’re exhausted from trying to be everything to everyone, or feel disconnected from who you really are. You may be carrying trauma or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. I offer a space where you can soften, feel met, and begin to listen to what’s really going on inside. This is a space for the parts of you that long to be heard.
You might seem like you’re holding it all together, but inside it feels like something is missing. Maybe you’re exhausted from trying to be everything to everyone, or feel disconnected from who you really are. You may be carrying trauma or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. I offer a space where you can soften, feel met, and begin to listen to what’s really going on inside. This is a space for the parts of you that long to be heard.
01908 103020 View 01908 103020
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Dr Esther Cole
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
13 Endorsed
London SW19
Are you feeling exhausted, stressed and overwhelmed? Are you in physical or emotional pain, working relentlessly in different areas of your life: at work, home or study, in relationships, caring or parental roles? Do you need to make sense of, and overcome trauma, feelings of sadness, low-self esteem or burnout? As a third generation British Jamaican Psychologist, managing long-term conditions whilst being a mother of three, I warmly welcome clients of all ages and walks of life, and have a passion for supporting people living alongside mental, physical or neurological difficulties and trauma.
Are you feeling exhausted, stressed and overwhelmed? Are you in physical or emotional pain, working relentlessly in different areas of your life: at work, home or study, in relationships, caring or parental roles? Do you need to make sense of, and overcome trauma, feelings of sadness, low-self esteem or burnout? As a third generation British Jamaican Psychologist, managing long-term conditions whilst being a mother of three, I warmly welcome clients of all ages and walks of life, and have a passion for supporting people living alongside mental, physical or neurological difficulties and trauma.
01798 305040 View 01798 305040
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BreakFree Therapy & Coaching
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
London EC2M
Hello and very warm welcome to my profile. My name is Bradley Edwin. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT/REBT/SST/OAAT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Trauma Treatments, Working with Personality Disorders, and Cognitive Behaviour Coaching. I am also a Life/Personal Development Coach. My approach as a CBT/DBT/Trauma Therapist and Life Coach is collaborative and client-centred. My primary aim is to work with you to help you achieve your desired goals. I will treat you with openness, flexibility and respect. I will listen and engage you in a non-judgemental way. I will work with you to help you find your way.
Hello and very warm welcome to my profile. My name is Bradley Edwin. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT/REBT/SST/OAAT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Trauma Treatments, Working with Personality Disorders, and Cognitive Behaviour Coaching. I am also a Life/Personal Development Coach. My approach as a CBT/DBT/Trauma Therapist and Life Coach is collaborative and client-centred. My primary aim is to work with you to help you achieve your desired goals. I will treat you with openness, flexibility and respect. I will listen and engage you in a non-judgemental way. I will work with you to help you find your way.
020 3866 5562 View 020 3866 5562
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BASE Counselling & Clinical Supervision
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
London SW4
I approach my work with sincere care, empathy and without judgement.My goal is to empower families, couples and individuals to overcome challenges, gain insight and lead happier, more fulfilling lives.I provide a safe space for self-exploration, facilitating personal growth and developing coping strategies. Many neurodiverse clients come to me for support with challenges such as anxiety, OCD, trauma, chronic pain, difficulties with focus and organisation, sensory sensitivities or struggles in relationships and self-esteem. My passion is to assist you in a warm, nurturing environment as you address challenging and distressing issues.
I approach my work with sincere care, empathy and without judgement.My goal is to empower families, couples and individuals to overcome challenges, gain insight and lead happier, more fulfilling lives.I provide a safe space for self-exploration, facilitating personal growth and developing coping strategies. Many neurodiverse clients come to me for support with challenges such as anxiety, OCD, trauma, chronic pain, difficulties with focus and organisation, sensory sensitivities or struggles in relationships and self-esteem. My passion is to assist you in a warm, nurturing environment as you address challenging and distressing issues.
020 3856 4607 View 020 3856 4607
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Delilah Zabaneh
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
London W5
Sometimes life feels very difficult, with no obvious relief or source of support. You might be seeking therapy because you are feeling stuck, have problems relating to people, anxious or depressed, or maybe you just want support while going through a difficult phase. Counselling and therapy can help through providing a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space to look into the possible sources of feelings and behavioural patterns that might be the underlying causes of distress, facilitating healthy effective ways of making changes in your life.
Sometimes life feels very difficult, with no obvious relief or source of support. You might be seeking therapy because you are feeling stuck, have problems relating to people, anxious or depressed, or maybe you just want support while going through a difficult phase. Counselling and therapy can help through providing a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space to look into the possible sources of feelings and behavioural patterns that might be the underlying causes of distress, facilitating healthy effective ways of making changes in your life.
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Andrew Ballance
Counsellor, MBACP
London E8
I work with adults of all ages and young people mainly here in East London and also online. If you find yourself stuck, having a difficult time, or maybe unclear about who you are or what to do, I believe I can support you in taking the next steps forward.
I work with adults of all ages and young people mainly here in East London and also online. If you find yourself stuck, having a difficult time, or maybe unclear about who you are or what to do, I believe I can support you in taking the next steps forward.
020 8103 3974 View 020 8103 3974
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Do you feel that you can't talk to anyone? Do you feel that your feelings don't matter to those around you? Do you feel that you are tired of pretending you are strong and don't need help? I would love to help you talk about your feelings, get in touch with who you are and what you need from others in your life. I can help you build your inner resilience and learn to be compassionate to yourself. I can help you with your low moods, your anxiety, stress and to have more positive relationships with others.
Do you feel that you can't talk to anyone? Do you feel that your feelings don't matter to those around you? Do you feel that you are tired of pretending you are strong and don't need help? I would love to help you talk about your feelings, get in touch with who you are and what you need from others in your life. I can help you build your inner resilience and learn to be compassionate to yourself. I can help you with your low moods, your anxiety, stress and to have more positive relationships with others.
020 4538 7681 View 020 4538 7681
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Roheena Trehan
Psychotherapist, PsychD, BPC
London W1W
I am an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist registered with the BPC,BACP,FPC,BAATN. I provide a safe, confidential and empathic space and can help with issues of anxiety, depression, stress, anger, familial relationships, interpersonal relationships, sexuality, identity, race & cultural issues etc
I am an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist registered with the BPC,BACP,FPC,BAATN. I provide a safe, confidential and empathic space and can help with issues of anxiety, depression, stress, anger, familial relationships, interpersonal relationships, sexuality, identity, race & cultural issues etc
020 4524 5582 View 020 4524 5582
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Rebeca Robertson
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London W1U
As a psycho-dynamic practitioner, I see my role first as to provide you with a safe and confidential space in which explore whatever issues you may be experiencing. At unpacking what seem to be the problem, I would listen up to the symptoms but my interest would be on the collaborative understanding of the underlying cause. Exploring and understanding this, would be the body of the work. And it is that, what brings change, and a change that is lasting because will be located not in the symptom but on what caused it in the first place.
As a psycho-dynamic practitioner, I see my role first as to provide you with a safe and confidential space in which explore whatever issues you may be experiencing. At unpacking what seem to be the problem, I would listen up to the symptoms but my interest would be on the collaborative understanding of the underlying cause. Exploring and understanding this, would be the body of the work. And it is that, what brings change, and a change that is lasting because will be located not in the symptom but on what caused it in the first place.
020 3893 3284 View 020 3893 3284
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Dr. Aysha Begum (Blackheath Therapy)
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London SE3
As a clinical psychologist I am trained to work across the age span with all types of emotional and psychological difficulties. I use a range of psychological therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based CBT, Trauma-focused CBT, Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed work.
As a clinical psychologist I am trained to work across the age span with all types of emotional and psychological difficulties. I use a range of psychological therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based CBT, Trauma-focused CBT, Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS) informed work.
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Dr Aisan Ghaemian
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBABCP
London W1G
I am a Chartered Psychologist and an accredited Cognitive Behavior Therapist. I have 10 years of clinical experience in the adult mental health services, including the primary care within the National Health Service (NHS) of the United Kingdom and the private sector. I provide online therapy and face to face psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) within the long-term and short-term capacity. In addition, therapy could be provided in the following languages: Turkish, Azerbaijani and Farsi.
I am a Chartered Psychologist and an accredited Cognitive Behavior Therapist. I have 10 years of clinical experience in the adult mental health services, including the primary care within the National Health Service (NHS) of the United Kingdom and the private sector. I provide online therapy and face to face psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) within the long-term and short-term capacity. In addition, therapy could be provided in the following languages: Turkish, Azerbaijani and Farsi.
0800 669 6281 View 0800 669 6281
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Sarah Popelzai
Psychotherapist, MBACP
London W5
Hello, my name is Sarah. I am an integrative psychotherapist who primarily focuses on ensuring that my client feels comfortable to explore hidden truths, emotional pain and daily struggles. I offer short & long term therapy, that can be face-to-face, via Zoom, Skype or telephone. There are many different reasons that can bring us to therapy. You may be struggling with emotional difficulties, finding meaning, going through a transition. You may be experiencing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, or simply feel that something just isn't right. My approach focuses on assisting you to work through dynamics that may be keeping you stuck.
Hello, my name is Sarah. I am an integrative psychotherapist who primarily focuses on ensuring that my client feels comfortable to explore hidden truths, emotional pain and daily struggles. I offer short & long term therapy, that can be face-to-face, via Zoom, Skype or telephone. There are many different reasons that can bring us to therapy. You may be struggling with emotional difficulties, finding meaning, going through a transition. You may be experiencing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, or simply feel that something just isn't right. My approach focuses on assisting you to work through dynamics that may be keeping you stuck.
020 7870 3650 View 020 7870 3650
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Dr Lucy Smith
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
London N3
Starting therapy can feel daunting, and I understand what a brave step it is to begin this process. I aim to create a safe, non-judgemental space where we can explore what’s bringing you to therapy, including any feelings ‘stuck-ness’ or overwhelm that you may be experiencing. We’ll work together to set meaningful therapy goals, and I’ll regularly check-in with you throughout the process to ensure the therapy is helpful and aligned with your needs.
Starting therapy can feel daunting, and I understand what a brave step it is to begin this process. I aim to create a safe, non-judgemental space where we can explore what’s bringing you to therapy, including any feelings ‘stuck-ness’ or overwhelm that you may be experiencing. We’ll work together to set meaningful therapy goals, and I’ll regularly check-in with you throughout the process to ensure the therapy is helpful and aligned with your needs.
020 4634 8771 View 020 4634 8771
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Approach Counselling & Coaching
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
London E1
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.
07904 554468 View 07904 554468
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Niki Stavrianou
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
London N17
I provide safe, confidential and professional psychological therapy which aims to help people to learn to listen and communicate better with their emotions, reflect on their experiences, understand patterns of thoughts and behaviors which may be problematic, and support themselves by investing on the voyage towards self-awareness and self-care. My empathetic approach doesn’t involve judgments of any kind.
I provide safe, confidential and professional psychological therapy which aims to help people to learn to listen and communicate better with their emotions, reflect on their experiences, understand patterns of thoughts and behaviors which may be problematic, and support themselves by investing on the voyage towards self-awareness and self-care. My empathetic approach doesn’t involve judgments of any kind.
0113 733 6703 View 0113 733 6703
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Emma Thatcher
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
London E17
People start therapy for many different reasons. You may feel dissatisfied, worried or sad, want to explore the past, process difficult events, or achieve goals. By also using art-making, it is possible to explore emotional issues in a different, sometimes deeper way, one that words alone may not allow. You do not need to be an artist to benefit from this, just drawn to the idea of expressing yourself creatively. I have experience of helping with a range of issues, from common life problems, through depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and experiences of unstable mood.
People start therapy for many different reasons. You may feel dissatisfied, worried or sad, want to explore the past, process difficult events, or achieve goals. By also using art-making, it is possible to explore emotional issues in a different, sometimes deeper way, one that words alone may not allow. You do not need to be an artist to benefit from this, just drawn to the idea of expressing yourself creatively. I have experience of helping with a range of issues, from common life problems, through depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and experiences of unstable mood.
020 3826 8051 View 020 3826 8051

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Hoarding Counsellors
What is the most effective treatment for hoarding?
Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) has been well-studied in the treatment of hoarding. This type of therapy includes changing beliefs surrounding possessions, as well as learning how to discard items and reduce acquisitions. The hoarder may also gain much-needed organizational skills. Another useful therapy may be compassion-focused therapy, which can address emotion regulation and negative self-perception.

How long does therapy for hoarding take?
Although treatment can vary, most people demonstrate improvement after 23 sessions, with some showing improvement after just a few sessions. Researchers have developed a 26-session cognitive behavioral program. People who hoard may need “maintenance” sessions over the years if the problem arises repeatedly.

Are there medications for hoarding?
The more commonly-prescribed medications for hoarding are including antidepressants, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). This can include drugs such as venlafaxine and paroxetine. And because hoarding disorder is related to obsessive-compulsive disorder, medications for OCD, such as clomipramine, may be effective for hoarding as well.

Can hoarding come back after treatment?
Hoarding is a chronic disorder and it can last throughout an individual’s lifetime. Regularly checking in with a psychotherapist can help manage symptoms long-term. A good therapist will help the person learn needed skills including decision-making, organization, and stress reduction. The patient will gain a better perspective and the need to cling to useless items will lessen.