Counselling in London

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Dr Kathie Burke
Psychologist, PsychD, AFBPSsS
London N11
Not sure I have an 'ideal' client, but a person who is aware that they could be living a better life, is unhappy for not entirely logical reasons but realises that they have the potential to improve by reflecting and thinking about how they feel, what their values and goals might be, well, they're plenty good enough for me to look forward to seeing.
Not sure I have an 'ideal' client, but a person who is aware that they could be living a better life, is unhappy for not entirely logical reasons but realises that they have the potential to improve by reflecting and thinking about how they feel, what their values and goals might be, well, they're plenty good enough for me to look forward to seeing.
020 3994 2171 View 020 3994 2171
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Laura Cillo
Psychotherapist, MSc, BACP
London NW10
I am a BACP licensed Counselling Psychotherapist. I offer a safe and confidential space for both short-term and long-term relational therapy. I am warm and down to earth in my approach, and I aim to provide a therapeutic space whereby you will feel seen and heard and safe to explore. I draw from a variety of theories depending on your needs as an individual but my focus is on the relationship; it is my belief that this is where the healing can be found.
I am a BACP licensed Counselling Psychotherapist. I offer a safe and confidential space for both short-term and long-term relational therapy. I am warm and down to earth in my approach, and I aim to provide a therapeutic space whereby you will feel seen and heard and safe to explore. I draw from a variety of theories depending on your needs as an individual but my focus is on the relationship; it is my belief that this is where the healing can be found.
020 4538 5791 View 020 4538 5791
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Alison Bickmore
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
London SE24
If you are looking for a safe confidential space to explore difficult emotions and are interested in using a creative therapy model to explore them, please get in touch. I have worked with individuals and groups in the NHS adult mental health and at my private practice for over 15 years.
If you are looking for a safe confidential space to explore difficult emotions and are interested in using a creative therapy model to explore them, please get in touch. I have worked with individuals and groups in the NHS adult mental health and at my private practice for over 15 years.
020 3835 5711 View 020 3835 5711
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Roslyn Urquhart
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
London E2
I am a UKCP, BAAT, and HCPC-registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, Art Psychotherapist and MBT practioner with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health. My journey into psychotherapy began with my own transformational experience, which highlighted the profound healing potential of the psychodynamic approach. This personal insight continues to inspire and guide my work with clients. I have particular expertise in supporting individuals with complex emotional difficulties, histories of trauma and abuse, and those living with disabilities.
I am a UKCP, BAAT, and HCPC-registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, Art Psychotherapist and MBT practioner with over 20 years of experience in the field of mental health. My journey into psychotherapy began with my own transformational experience, which highlighted the profound healing potential of the psychodynamic approach. This personal insight continues to inspire and guide my work with clients. I have particular expertise in supporting individuals with complex emotional difficulties, histories of trauma and abuse, and those living with disabilities.
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Dr Mollie Higgins
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I support children, young people, parents and families using a range of psychological approaches. Together we will help you understand yourself and your situation, in order to make changes in your life and live more authentically. My approach to working with children and young people is playful and empathetic and I take time to build a strong and trusting relationship as a foundation of our therapeutic work. I specialise in supporting autistic young people using a neurodiversity-affirming approach. I am also passionate about supporting parents and carers to help understand their children’s behaviour and respond with compassion.
I support children, young people, parents and families using a range of psychological approaches. Together we will help you understand yourself and your situation, in order to make changes in your life and live more authentically. My approach to working with children and young people is playful and empathetic and I take time to build a strong and trusting relationship as a foundation of our therapeutic work. I specialise in supporting autistic young people using a neurodiversity-affirming approach. I am also passionate about supporting parents and carers to help understand their children’s behaviour and respond with compassion.
01748 905987 View 01748 905987
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Kate Miriam Loewenthal
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
London N16
My clients are usually troubled by the things that have happened to them/are happening to them. They may have problems sleeping, and can't take their mind away from what happened. They may have bodily tensions, and may feel bitter, angry and/or depressed and/or aimless. They would like to feel content and happy with their life, their family and/or friends, and perhaps spend time on creative things, or helping people, or doing religious activities, or sports, or studying or developing new skills and interests. They would like to discover or rediscover purpose and meaning in life.
My clients are usually troubled by the things that have happened to them/are happening to them. They may have problems sleeping, and can't take their mind away from what happened. They may have bodily tensions, and may feel bitter, angry and/or depressed and/or aimless. They would like to feel content and happy with their life, their family and/or friends, and perhaps spend time on creative things, or helping people, or doing religious activities, or sports, or studying or developing new skills and interests. They would like to discover or rediscover purpose and meaning in life.
020 3984 8656 View 020 3984 8656
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Well-Being Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
London E8
Have you ever felt lost while trying to find yourself and seeking answers to unresolved issues? Having experienced therapy myself, I understand how important it is to have support during challenging times. Therapy can offer a safe space where you can be heard, be yourself, and express any complex feelings you may face. Whether you are feeling down, experiencing family tension, navigating parenthood, struggling with life changes or new stages, or coping with a serious illness, I am here to support you.
Have you ever felt lost while trying to find yourself and seeking answers to unresolved issues? Having experienced therapy myself, I understand how important it is to have support during challenging times. Therapy can offer a safe space where you can be heard, be yourself, and express any complex feelings you may face. Whether you are feeling down, experiencing family tension, navigating parenthood, struggling with life changes or new stages, or coping with a serious illness, I am here to support you.
020 4538 6830 View 020 4538 6830
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James Austin
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I was helped tremendously by my own experience of therapy, and have been influenced by a variety of approaches to it. I know a thing or two about depression, not caring much for oneself and struggling to understand one’s feelings; I come at it as one who has seen for himself that a better life and a better relationship with the self is both possible and worthwhile. If you would like to know more about me, how I understand therapy and how I work, you might want to visit my website, where I write about all at some depth.
I was helped tremendously by my own experience of therapy, and have been influenced by a variety of approaches to it. I know a thing or two about depression, not caring much for oneself and struggling to understand one’s feelings; I come at it as one who has seen for himself that a better life and a better relationship with the self is both possible and worthwhile. If you would like to know more about me, how I understand therapy and how I work, you might want to visit my website, where I write about all at some depth.
020 4530 8254 View 020 4530 8254
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Julia Jacobs
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
London W2
Welcome - You may need help with an emotional difficulty or a challenging experience or you just might not feeI quite 'right'. I aim to offer a safe, client-led, committed and sensitive space where you are free to explore whatever it is in your life that is calling for your attention and free to choose your course to connect you to a sense of purpose and meaning. I hold the overarching concept that life's challenges alongside our innate longing to live more abundantly offer opportunities for transformation. This can be difficult work but the benefits can be great.
Welcome - You may need help with an emotional difficulty or a challenging experience or you just might not feeI quite 'right'. I aim to offer a safe, client-led, committed and sensitive space where you are free to explore whatever it is in your life that is calling for your attention and free to choose your course to connect you to a sense of purpose and meaning. I hold the overarching concept that life's challenges alongside our innate longing to live more abundantly offer opportunities for transformation. This can be difficult work but the benefits can be great.
020 3697 0298 View 020 3697 0298
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Dr Zach Vogiatzis Chartered Psychologist
Psychotherapist, PsychD, HCPC-Couns. Psych.
London W1W
You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness or just a feeling of being stuck. You might be experiencing relationship issues or work-related stress. You might be suffering from low self-esteem or low confidence. You might have developed unhealthy coping mechanisms such as overeating, drinking or exercising too much. Having worked as a clinician for several years, in the NHS and third-sector services, I can help you understand the origins of these difficulties and the tools to navigate your life as you develop better coping mechanisms and skills that alleviate suffering.
You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness or just a feeling of being stuck. You might be experiencing relationship issues or work-related stress. You might be suffering from low self-esteem or low confidence. You might have developed unhealthy coping mechanisms such as overeating, drinking or exercising too much. Having worked as a clinician for several years, in the NHS and third-sector services, I can help you understand the origins of these difficulties and the tools to navigate your life as you develop better coping mechanisms and skills that alleviate suffering.
020 3872 3069 View 020 3872 3069
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Michaela Thomas
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
You’re overwhelmed and exhausted, but you're too busy to allow yourself the permission to take a break. You don't feel good enough, and beat yourself up for your mistakes - maybe you even lie awake at night, worrying about screwing up your kids or losing your work. No wonder you're tired, snappy and unhappy at times, from the lack of rest, recovery and balance in your life. Imagine if you could get your zest for life back, to feel a sense of ease and peace, and calm that overwhelm. You would be more focused, efficient and effective, getting your work done in less time, with more time for fun with your family.
You’re overwhelmed and exhausted, but you're too busy to allow yourself the permission to take a break. You don't feel good enough, and beat yourself up for your mistakes - maybe you even lie awake at night, worrying about screwing up your kids or losing your work. No wonder you're tired, snappy and unhappy at times, from the lack of rest, recovery and balance in your life. Imagine if you could get your zest for life back, to feel a sense of ease and peace, and calm that overwhelm. You would be more focused, efficient and effective, getting your work done in less time, with more time for fun with your family.
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Vee Rizaj
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
London SW1W
Hello, I'm Vjosa, a dedicated psychotherapist and trauma specialist offering online sessions for individuals and couples. With extensive experience in mental health, I provide compassionate and effective therapy tailored to address a variety of issues. I specialise in helping clients navigate through challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and addiction.
Hello, I'm Vjosa, a dedicated psychotherapist and trauma specialist offering online sessions for individuals and couples. With extensive experience in mental health, I provide compassionate and effective therapy tailored to address a variety of issues. I specialise in helping clients navigate through challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and addiction.
020 7046 0294 View 020 7046 0294
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Dr Hannah Jenkins
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My name is Hannah and I offer a kind, safe, highly specialised space for couples counselling and individual sessions. My couples work uses Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). This focuses on unpicking the types of disagreements couples find themselves in again and again, getting to the heart of the issue and creating meaningful change within the relationship. My individual work can be structured (for example, using strategies and techniques), more exploratory or a blend of both. The purpose of all of the therapies I use is to develop your understanding of your problems, break unhelpful behaviours and build better coping strategies.
My name is Hannah and I offer a kind, safe, highly specialised space for couples counselling and individual sessions. My couples work uses Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). This focuses on unpicking the types of disagreements couples find themselves in again and again, getting to the heart of the issue and creating meaningful change within the relationship. My individual work can be structured (for example, using strategies and techniques), more exploratory or a blend of both. The purpose of all of the therapies I use is to develop your understanding of your problems, break unhelpful behaviours and build better coping strategies.
01639 506731 View 01639 506731
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Aisha Tasneem
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
The path of counselling can be one of the first steps towards self awareness, change and growth. It takes courage and hard work to explore oneself, one's patterns of thoughts and behaviour and its impact on ourselves and those around us. I believe that given the right environment, everyone has the ability to reach their full potential. Growth may sometimes come in the form of building inner strength, changed perspective or even embracing change and moving out of one's comfort zone.
The path of counselling can be one of the first steps towards self awareness, change and growth. It takes courage and hard work to explore oneself, one's patterns of thoughts and behaviour and its impact on ourselves and those around us. I believe that given the right environment, everyone has the ability to reach their full potential. Growth may sometimes come in the form of building inner strength, changed perspective or even embracing change and moving out of one's comfort zone.
020 4572 3088 View 020 4572 3088
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Luq Adejumo
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
London W1K
You as a person are at the centre of my approach to therapy. When life is a struggle, it can be surprisingly helpful to speak to someone who really listens, carefully, warmly, and without judgement. It can be a starting point to finding a way forward, especially if it is currently difficult to speak to those around you or you’re going around in circles with an intractable issue. My approach is to work with you to help you achieve your objectives and to help develop a more understanding and accepting relationship to yourself. Ultimately everyone is their own life expert. By working together, we can help fine tune this expertise.
You as a person are at the centre of my approach to therapy. When life is a struggle, it can be surprisingly helpful to speak to someone who really listens, carefully, warmly, and without judgement. It can be a starting point to finding a way forward, especially if it is currently difficult to speak to those around you or you’re going around in circles with an intractable issue. My approach is to work with you to help you achieve your objectives and to help develop a more understanding and accepting relationship to yourself. Ultimately everyone is their own life expert. By working together, we can help fine tune this expertise.
020 3984 8631 View 020 3984 8631
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Ana Lueneburger
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBACP
London W9
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel challenged by different aspects of life such as healing past trauma, managing difficult relationships, handling stressors, or managing anxiety and building confidence, in yourself and your future? People come to psychotherapy to address specific problems they may be experiencing and often to pursue personal growth and development. Therapy can help us make links between past and present experiences to better understand and address our difficulties in the here and now. My approach incorporates compassion and insight, you can explore and express your emotions freely and begin to envision what is possible in a safe space.
Do you feel challenged by different aspects of life such as healing past trauma, managing difficult relationships, handling stressors, or managing anxiety and building confidence, in yourself and your future? People come to psychotherapy to address specific problems they may be experiencing and often to pursue personal growth and development. Therapy can help us make links between past and present experiences to better understand and address our difficulties in the here and now. My approach incorporates compassion and insight, you can explore and express your emotions freely and begin to envision what is possible in a safe space.
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Deborah Sless
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London NW5
I am a fully qualified experienced and accredited psychotherapist working with individuals and couples (since 1992). I am also an accredited COSRT Psychosexual and Relationship therapist. My aim is to build a safe and holding space for a trusting relationship to develop where you can explore and share your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and problems/difficulties. I believe that you have many of the answers you are seeking within yourself.
I am a fully qualified experienced and accredited psychotherapist working with individuals and couples (since 1992). I am also an accredited COSRT Psychosexual and Relationship therapist. My aim is to build a safe and holding space for a trusting relationship to develop where you can explore and share your thoughts, feelings, behaviours and problems/difficulties. I believe that you have many of the answers you are seeking within yourself.
020 3984 7837 View 020 3984 7837
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Emma Penketh
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
London WC1A
Many people experience emotional difficulties at some point in their lives, triggered by a particular event, or as a result of deeper unidentified issues. Talking to a psychodynamic therapist, in a safe and confidential environment, provides a unique opportunity to identify the themes and patterns of thought and behaviour that can generate emotional distress,. This can involve talking through past experiences and understanding how they impact you today. The relationship with the therapist is important, as it provides an opportunity to examine ways of thinking and relating in the here and now as well as developmental factors.
Many people experience emotional difficulties at some point in their lives, triggered by a particular event, or as a result of deeper unidentified issues. Talking to a psychodynamic therapist, in a safe and confidential environment, provides a unique opportunity to identify the themes and patterns of thought and behaviour that can generate emotional distress,. This can involve talking through past experiences and understanding how they impact you today. The relationship with the therapist is important, as it provides an opportunity to examine ways of thinking and relating in the here and now as well as developmental factors.
020 4538 3260 View 020 4538 3260
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Dr Michelle Nyangereka
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
London SE7
My approach is rooted in compassion, authenticity, and a deep understanding that healing is as much about reconnecting with yourself as it is about addressing the wounds you’ve endured. Where relevant I can help you to understand the source of your core pain, which acknowledges and honours the struggles you have already endured while identifying the strengths you have developed to adapt and survive. Where some of these adaptations have become unhelpful, I work with you to discover healthy coping mechanisms and tools moving forward.
My approach is rooted in compassion, authenticity, and a deep understanding that healing is as much about reconnecting with yourself as it is about addressing the wounds you’ve endured. Where relevant I can help you to understand the source of your core pain, which acknowledges and honours the struggles you have already endured while identifying the strengths you have developed to adapt and survive. Where some of these adaptations have become unhelpful, I work with you to discover healthy coping mechanisms and tools moving forward.
020 4538 8097 View 020 4538 8097
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Eilis Quinlan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London N10
I am a BPS-Chartered Clinical Psychologist working in private practice and the NHS. I also hold an Honorary Teaching Fellow at University College London and contribute to the teaching and training of psychologists. I am passionate about providing effective psychological therapy for each and every client that I work with. My approach is honest and open and I treat all clients with warmth and compassion. I stay up to date with the most recent psychological research and ensure that the services I offer are evidence based.
I am a BPS-Chartered Clinical Psychologist working in private practice and the NHS. I also hold an Honorary Teaching Fellow at University College London and contribute to the teaching and training of psychologists. I am passionate about providing effective psychological therapy for each and every client that I work with. My approach is honest and open and I treat all clients with warmth and compassion. I stay up to date with the most recent psychological research and ensure that the services I offer are evidence based.
020 3872 2029 View 020 3872 2029

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Number of Counsellors in London

3,000+

Average cost per session

£75

Counsellors in London who prioritize treating:

91% Anxiety
85% Depression
83% Self Esteem
80% Relationship Issues
78% Stress
66% Trauma and PTSD
61% Bereavement

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

68% Aviva
63% AXA PPP
56% Vitality

How Counsellors in London see their clients

74% In Person and Online
26% Online Only

Gender breakdown

75% Female
24% Male
1% Non-Binary