WPA Counselling in London

I am an intergrative arts psychotherapist working in private practice with adults and young people in London. Languages available: English, French and Italian. I provide both long and short term therapy, depending on the needs of each individual client. I work with individuals who are struggling with a variety of emotional, relational and identity difficulties. If you are finding life a struggle for any number of reasons, from a major life change to a loss or separation, or an issue you cannot seem to resolve, I hope you will find psychotherapy a very useful tool in removing the blocks preventing you to have a more satisfiying life.

I am a qualified Psychodynamic counsellor. My training and personal experience have led me to believe people are connected with and influenced by society, cultures, and so on. By forming a safe and trusting relationship in therapy, we can see how past and existing connections unknowingly impact you and gain a deeper insight into your problems and a greater awareness of your own self and your way of relating. Discovering self can be scary and I strive to follow you at your own pace. Being a queer woman and a therapist with an ethnic minority background have deepened my understanding of isolation and marginalisation.

I have worked in mental health for over ten years with adults across the lifespan, children and families who have experienced a range of difficulties, in both community and inpatient settings. I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology at the University of Hertfordshire and currently work in a specialist NHS service for people with learning disabilities. I also have a special interest in working with people with psychosis and unusual experiences and much of my pre-training experience was in this area.

My previous career as a scriptwriter has led me to be particularly attended to clients' narratives. Each individual has their unique story to tell. Each contains elements of significant people,conflicts, struggles and resources. It may impact the way we see ourselves, others and the world. By engaging in the process of therapy, we may open up new possibilities and to rewrite our stories.

I am a Chartered Doctor of Clinical Psychology with over 15 years of experience working within the NHS, clinical research & private practice. I provide psychological interventions to adults with a wide range of mental health difficulties including anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, work related stress, & relationship difficulties. I also have specialist experience in working with issues relating to diabetes & other long-term physical health conditions.

I have been practicing as a counselling psychologist for over 14 years, in the NHS, voluntary sector, private sector and Higher education. I also work as a clinical supervisor and as a university lecturer. I am registered with the British Psychological Society and HCPC.

Dr Natalie Kanakam is a Senior Clinical Psychologist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a PhD in psychological medicine. She has worked with adults, families, couples, children and young people and currently works at Great Ormond Street Hospital. She has worked with and provided Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and behavioural interventions for people who have eating disorders, autism, anxiety, depression, medically unexplained symptoms and Tourette's syndrome. Natalie also offers learning assessments for school children using neuropsychological testing.

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 have a wealth of experience and have worked within the NHS and in Private Practice. I offer therapeutic work within a clinic setting to infants, children, adolescents, young people, parents and couples. I supervise and offer consultation to other professionals.

If you’re reading these lines, maybe you’re at a point in your life where you are asking yourself some questions, or maybe something’s happened recently or in the past and you’re struggling to make sense of it; maybe you’re looking for change. Whatever your situation, I believe that therapy can be a safe space to wonder about oneself and the world. So often we look for meaning elsewhere when it’s right in front of us.

You may be seeking counselling or psychotherapy for any number of reasons. Perhaps something specific has happened to you that you would like to talk about. Perhaps you don't really know what is wrong, but you are aware of feeling low, anxious, overwhelmed or stressed and feel you would like some support in working through and exploring what might be informing those feelings. In both, and all cases, my approach as a Psychotherapist is to work in a way which provides a safe, empathetic and confidential space, where you and I can together, explore what has brought you to therapy, and help you get back on track.

Therapy gives you the space to work out or simply remember what you want, what options you have to get it - and what gets in the way. We would work together to identify what you need and what changes are required to get closer to this. I believe clear advice can be helpful, drawing on experience and on psychological theory and research, but however we work it must make sense to you and be your choice. Above all, I see us as an alliance of equals with different insights and strengths. This collaboration is at the heart of successful therapy.

Are you experiencing challenges with your relationships, difficult feelings, such as anxiety or depression, or feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns in your life? Perhaps you deal with your pressures so that others around you don’t seem to notice yet inwardly feel troubled or unsettled. Or you might have had a difficult recent life event or yet to deal fully with early life experiences that are impacting you now? I’m a Senior Counselling Psychologist and accredited Mentalisation Based Therapist. As an impartial professional, I can help you to understand what is happening at a deeper level, so you can find new ways of moving forward.

Are you looking for someone to talk to but wonder what it will be like to tell someone you don't know about things that worry you and possibly cause you anxiety? Are you wondering about your relationships, about the dynamics, the love you feel or do not feel, trust and safety?I promise that within the safe and confidential boundaries of a therapeutic encounter I offer the opportunity to discuss and explore your feelings and help raise awareness of what it means to be 'you', both within relationships and on your own.

Looking to learn more about yourself? Would you like to address a particular mood or thoughts that are consuming your mind? Our unconscious mind can influence us more than we think... "what you resist persists" If you are tired of feeling stuck, going around in circles trying to figure out how to make the “right” choices for yourself, feel more balanced and mindful, then is time to take actions. In our sessions we would work together exploring meaning beyond current and past situations to support awareness and inner freedom so you can achieve your goals and choose to become who you want to be .

I have been working in psychotherapy since 2003. My background encompasses both private mental health sectors and NHS Mental Health Trusts, working both 1:1 and in groups, and includes working in a cutting-edge therapeutic community. I have seen a diverse range of clients from many differing backgrounds and cultures, and with a wide range of presenting problems. I continue to enjoy working with a wide variety of clients and presentations, from personal development goals to mental health spectrum based work. I also work as a clinical supervisor, and head up Beverley Blackman Associates (please see website for more details).

I am a transpersonal practitioner trained at the Psychosynthesis Trust. Transpersonal encompasses mind, body and spirit in the therapy process. It is primarily a talking therapy but it also involves experiential exercises, visualisation and guided meditation. Before I trained in psychotherapy I spent many years in the creative industries, where I became very familiar with anxiety and stress related conditions. I also have twenty years experience of working with alcohol and substance misuse. I work with anxiety, trauma, panic attacks, relationship problems and difficulties that occur in coping with everyday life.

I have a friendly and down to earth approach, focused on developing a positive and trusting relationship with you. Our therapeutic relationship is paramount to working effectively and I strive to provide compassionate and holistic care.