Imago Counselling in London
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Soraya Amina Bedja
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Whatever reason brings you here, life is a challenge and therapy can help. With a passion for my work I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples of all ages and backgrounds. I am a 'Person-Centred Relational Therapist' and '
Imago
Trained Couple’s Therapist'. I have been practising for over 15 years and specialise in childhood and complex trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, sexual orientation, sexual trauma, bereavement and loss. My work with both couples and individuals involves creating a warm, empathetic, safe space where each person can explore and validate their experience in the relationship with the self and others.
Rosalind Simpson
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
In work with couples, I am a Gottman trained therapist and also use
Imago
therapy.
If you are ready to talk I am here whatever your issue. Although I specialise in relationship issues including sex and sexuality, I have a vast experience in most other issues including anxiety and depression, trauma and PTSD, phobias and panic, low self esteem and social anxiety, loneliness and loss. I am a sex positive therapist and open to whatever your identification or orientation including kink, polyamory and consensual BDSM. I can help you achieve your goals and reach your full potential. Please contact me for a free 15 minute Zoom or telephone conversation to see if you think you would like working with me.
Shannon Merchant
Counsellor, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I trained in Psychosynthesis Psychotherapy, I'm a certified
Imago
Couples Counsellor, dating coach and individual therapist.
Do you feel lonely and hurt because of constant arguing, hostility and misunderstandings? Do you long for the warmth/ sex/ love you once had? Maybe you feel trapped in an unhappy relationship. Or perhaps you're devastated after an affair (or relationship breakup if you're single) and don't know how to trust again. It may be you that had the affair, and now you need a confidant to work out what to do going forwards. If this is you, read on, I can help. I work with couples and individuals to get the love they really want.
Sylvia Anim UK Based psycho(sexual) Therapist
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Verified
Verified
My goal is to give my clients the safe space to express their sexual concerns, to feel empowered and to see themselves as the star and director in their own show, with self compassion and autonomy at the forefront of every interaction. I take a pluralistic approach that necessitates collaborating with my clients to help them achieve their goals in an open, non judgmental and empathetic safe space. I predominantly work with people of all genders and sexualities and relationship constellations from the black community, LGBTQIA and other minority ethnic groups with a wide range of relationship and intimacy concerns.
Maria Rocha
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Searching online for a therapist might not be easy, but finding a good fit is essential to feel safe and get the most out of your effort, time, and money. If you are reading this... ...then the chances are, something is troubling you, something is not right, something is not working for you right now in your life. So, something needs to be addressed, acknowledged, processed, changed and healed in order for you to move forward with your life. You have the opportunity in therapy to learn how to reassert control over your heart, mind, body and soul. ...and that's where I can help!
Promis Clinics
Verified
Verified
We offer intensive residential treatment with 24-hour nursing and medical care alongside psychological, psychotherapeutic and psychiatric services all within a caring and stylish homely environment.
Malgorzata Zglinska
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Do you feel alone with your problems? Stressed up and anxious? Lonely and depressed? Unhappy in relationships? Full of anger? Mourning a loss? Looking for meaning and direction? If so why not come for a chat to see how I can help? I have helped people from various walks of life and of different ages. I have assisted clients going through the midlife crisis to find meaning and a sense of purpose. I have made a difference to the lives of young people ridden with anxiety, searching for values and goals and uncertain of their personal and career choices.
Shirley-Anne Carter
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I really do love people and their stories and experiences - I always have. I’ve listened to stories without judgement for almost sixty years. Nothing shocks me and nothing surprises me. I’ve heard the saddest of stories as well as the most amazing ones, and I’m so grateful that I have. I would love to listen to your story – to hear about your strengths and weaknesses, your loves and losses, your joys and sorrows. Whatever your reasons for coming to me, I’m here to help. I believe that in everyone, there is a part that thrives, that’s dynamic, strong and so very wonderful.
Jane Aldred
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I’m here to help and support you in a time of need, be it anxiety, depression trauma (EMDR) or simply a difficult or transitional time in your life. I use a gentle but direct approach to counselling and include somatic Psychotherapeutic body work to build self trust, confidence and resilience releasing internal conflict often with Immediate calming results. I work both long and short term with over 20 years experience as a therapist and mental health. Most people at some point find them self in need of counselling working together will support you through the changes you need to make.
Nathalie Baur
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Each person is unique and distinctive and therefore one approach may not fit them all. I place the client-therapist relationship at the heart of an effective therapeutic process providing an honest and non-judgmental stance where your feelings can be expressed and contained in a safe and confidential setting. You might want to make sense of the past and explore how it can sometimes be reconstructed in the present or you might seek to get back in touch with your real self through acceptance and a better mind-body connection.
Carol Easton
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified
Verified
I focus on changing your trauma (s)/issues (large and small ) which ultimately changes your perceptions and your life. For the better. Most people don't realise what trauma is or how it can dominate or even just highly influence how you think, respond, behave or do or not do in your life. Every decision or choice goes through the filter of experiences and if they happen to have been negative or bad experiences it doesn't bode well for a successful or happy life. So change them. www.westendtherapy.org OR 0746 9738 588.
Madalina Edwards
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
Many people go through periods of times when they feel vulnerable, anxious, stressed, depressed or just unhappy. Sometimes these are triggered by obvious causes, like a breakup in a relationship, job loss or a bereavement, while at other times the underlying causes seem opaque, especially when life appears to be fulfilling and good.We carry around sadness, guilt, shame, pain, darkness, anger, despair and in some cases a sense of desperation. It is possible to feel relief, to let some of the pain go, to gain strength and confidence, have the ability to heal and grow so you can live a life without anxiety worry and horrible thoughts.
Lucia Garcia
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I focus on helping clients become empowered through self-awareness. Sometimes we need assistance to discover hidden parts of ourselves. We may want guidance to work out the underlying causes of the issues we are struggling with and to understand the meaning we give to our life events. I will assist you in exploring the motives behind behaviours, unhelpful thought patterns, and overwhelming feelings. Who would you be without the thoughts that upset you? Who would you be if you could feel free from the emotions and situations that weigh you down?
Laura Stannard
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified
Verified
Hi, I’m Laura and I am a COSRT registered sex and relationship therapist. Sex and relationship therapy is a talking therapy that can help to resolve issues that are affecting your relationships, sex life, or both. You might be looking to improve an area of your sex life or relationship, you might be looking to explore an unknown side of yourself or you might be in need of a space to talk and feel heard without judgement. You might not know what you need and that's also ok. You might be looking for solutions, education and guidance or a space to go deeper- I offer long or short term therapy with this in mind.
London N8
& Online
Psyche Wellness
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an Integrative Relational Psychotherapist. My modality is combining humanistic and psychodynamic interventions in order to support you on the way to recovery. I have helped many clients from diverse backgrounds to find better understanding of themselves, more meaning and peace in their lives. My practice is inclusive and culturally sensitive. Whatever you are going through at the moment we can explore in a safe, confidential space together. Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relational issues, Anger, Loss, Bereavement, LGBTQ+ counselling, Obsessions, Personal development, Self esteem, Spirituality, Meaning, Embodiment and more.
Maxim Ilyashenko
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified
Verified
I work with people experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety; I offer an initial consultation of Clinical assessment and further recommendations and referrals if needed; Besides, I offer a short-term EMDR therapy, Stress management and Clinical hypnosis
Dr Christopher McCormack
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a Clinical Psychologist who offers psychological assessment and treatment for a wide range of difficulties. In my NHS posts, I work in an HIV & Sexual Health service and a specialist mental health team that provides input to inpatients and outpatients struggling with physical health problems. I am particularly experienced at seeing people and couples presenting with sexual difficulties, such as painful sex or unreliable erections. I also have a specialist interest in anxiety disorders and the application of cognitive behavioural therapy in its treatment.
Anna Sinski
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Hi! I’m an experienced integrative psychotherapist and psychologist (Master’s level) working with both individuals and couples. Regardless of what it is you are battling or working through, I personally believe that healing is a highly individual process. This is why I try to adapt my tools and approach to the person at hand. Through my therapy practice, I aim to create a non judgmental and accepting space, where we can unpack your struggles and work towards meaningful change.
Talk Relationships
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified
Verified
My name is Isabelita. I am a fully qualified and experienced Relationships and Psychosexual Therapist. I provide a place where individuals and couples can address their difficulties without feeling judged or blamed. My work is based on helping clients create and build better relationships with others and with themselves. I help my clients manage conflict and acknowledge individual differences. When clients struggle to communicate and relate with others, their mental well-being and relationships suffer. Clients and partners may feel isolated, rejected and angry. I work with clients to improve their sexual intimacy and interactions.
Victoria Kearns
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified
Verified
Welcome, I am Victoria Kearns (she/her), a COSRT and MBACP registered Integrative Psychotherapist with specialist training in supporting couples and individuals with relationship and psychosexual problems. I offer a safe, confidential and compassionate space in which you can explore and reflect on your challenges, the way in which these affect you and your hopes for change. Sometimes the work will look backwards, reflecting on your past relationships or the dynamic between yourself and your partner, and at other times it will look forwards, and I may invite you to try different ways of connecting with yourself or others.
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Imago Counsellors
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counselling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticising a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.