Weight Loss Counselling in Richmond

Paula Bendon Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Serves Area
I work with individual adults, couples, children and teenagers in my Putney, South West London clinic. I work with adults and young people that suffer from anxiety, depression, OCD, burnout, ADHD and addiction. I use an integrated approach, CBT, compassion focused therapy, psychodynamic, mindfulness and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
I work with individual adults, couples, children and teenagers in my Putney, South West London clinic. I work with adults and young people that suffer from anxiety, depression, OCD, burnout, ADHD and addiction. I use an integrated approach, CBT, compassion focused therapy, psychodynamic, mindfulness and Acceptance Commitment Therapy.
01748 900219 View 01748 900219
I am a psychologist and wellness consultant specialising in behaviour change, stress, and sustainable health. I work with individuals managing full and often demanding lives, who may feel out of sync with their wellbeing despite functioning well in other areas. Together, we explore the patterns that sit beneath challenges with eating, energy, stress, or consistency. My work is grounded in psychological theory, including cognitive behavioural approaches, and focuses on creating realistic, sustainable change that integrates with your lifestyle.
I am a psychologist and wellness consultant specialising in behaviour change, stress, and sustainable health. I work with individuals managing full and often demanding lives, who may feel out of sync with their wellbeing despite functioning well in other areas. Together, we explore the patterns that sit beneath challenges with eating, energy, stress, or consistency. My work is grounded in psychological theory, including cognitive behavioural approaches, and focuses on creating realistic, sustainable change that integrates with your lifestyle.
01748 902514 View 01748 902514
Adielia Harry
Counsellor, MBACP
Welcome — I’m Adielia I’m a qualified and BACP-registered counsellor, dedicated to helping you navigate life’s ups and downs with compassion and understanding. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
Welcome — I’m Adielia I’m a qualified and BACP-registered counsellor, dedicated to helping you navigate life’s ups and downs with compassion and understanding. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, grief, or simply feeling stuck, you don’t have to face it alone.
020 3763 8763 View 020 3763 8763
Julia Denington
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
I have over 30 years experience working as a professional in mental health, and ove20 years experience as a psychotherapist and counsellor. I provide either short-term counselling or longer term psychotherapy depending on need. Prior to obtaining a Diploma and MA in Integrative Psychotherapy I worked for 16 years as a social worker, in the field of substance misuse, HIV, homelessness and child protection. I have experience of working within the private sector, voluntary sector and the NHS. I have a private practice in Kew, near Richmond, where I offer counselling, psychotherapy and supervision. There is street parking available.
I have over 30 years experience working as a professional in mental health, and ove20 years experience as a psychotherapist and counsellor. I provide either short-term counselling or longer term psychotherapy depending on need. Prior to obtaining a Diploma and MA in Integrative Psychotherapy I worked for 16 years as a social worker, in the field of substance misuse, HIV, homelessness and child protection. I have experience of working within the private sector, voluntary sector and the NHS. I have a private practice in Kew, near Richmond, where I offer counselling, psychotherapy and supervision. There is street parking available.
07770 467187 View 07770 467187
Martina Crivelli
Psychotherapist, BACP
I support individuals and couples navigating stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, or major life changes. Clients come seeking understanding, safety, and genuine connection. I see them in a cosy, thoughtfully designed space, not a cold clinical room and offer one-to-one and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy in nature with horses in Richmond Park. Together, we explore emotions, uncover insight, and foster healing, helping clients feel truly seen, heard, and supported as they move toward emotional balance, resilience, and meaningful, lasting change.
I support individuals and couples navigating stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, or major life changes. Clients come seeking understanding, safety, and genuine connection. I see them in a cosy, thoughtfully designed space, not a cold clinical room and offer one-to-one and Equine Assisted Psychotherapy in nature with horses in Richmond Park. Together, we explore emotions, uncover insight, and foster healing, helping clients feel truly seen, heard, and supported as they move toward emotional balance, resilience, and meaningful, lasting change.
01748 906906 View 01748 906906
Vernon Stokoe
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
1 Endorsed
My private practice is directly opposite Richmond station and I work with both individuals and couples. People will often seek therapy when something in their life or relationships has shifted. You may feel unsettled, stuck, or unsure what exactly has changed, only that familiar ways of coping no longer seem to work. For some, this follows a specific event. For others, it emerges more gradually. Therapy offers a space to slow things down, reflect, and begin making sense of what is happening, without pressure to arrive with clear answers.
My private practice is directly opposite Richmond station and I work with both individuals and couples. People will often seek therapy when something in their life or relationships has shifted. You may feel unsettled, stuck, or unsure what exactly has changed, only that familiar ways of coping no longer seem to work. For some, this follows a specific event. For others, it emerges more gradually. Therapy offers a space to slow things down, reflect, and begin making sense of what is happening, without pressure to arrive with clear answers.
01748 902129 View 01748 902129
Kasia Galagus
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
1 Endorsed
Life brings moments when we need dedicated space and support to meet ourselves. Perhaps you're going through a difficult transition. Or maybe you're seeking change, sensing there is more to life than you're experiencing. You might want to know yourself more deeply - to find clarity, ease, and aliveness. My intention is to create a safe, real, and compassionate space where all of your experience can be seen and accepted.
Life brings moments when we need dedicated space and support to meet ourselves. Perhaps you're going through a difficult transition. Or maybe you're seeking change, sensing there is more to life than you're experiencing. You might want to know yourself more deeply - to find clarity, ease, and aliveness. My intention is to create a safe, real, and compassionate space where all of your experience can be seen and accepted.
020 4634 8440 View 020 4634 8440
Anna Krawiec
Counsellor, MA, CPsychol
Hello and welcome. I’m Anna, an integrative counsellor and graduate member of the BPS and the National Register of Psychotherapists and Counsellors. I offer a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship and communication difficulties, and more complex emotional challenges. My integrative approach allows me to tailor therapy to your individual needs, helping you feel heard, understood, and supported throughout the process. I offer both face-to-face sessions and online sessions.
Hello and welcome. I’m Anna, an integrative counsellor and graduate member of the BPS and the National Register of Psychotherapists and Counsellors. I offer a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, relationship and communication difficulties, and more complex emotional challenges. My integrative approach allows me to tailor therapy to your individual needs, helping you feel heard, understood, and supported throughout the process. I offer both face-to-face sessions and online sessions.
01748 905903 View 01748 905903
Nimi Shallon
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MBACP
Serves Area
Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to explore the origins and roots of the difficulties you are experiencing in life today. We will work together to understand and untangle your feelings and behaviours, discovering a better understanding of the lifestyle choices you are making. This process will help you review your way of living, and the choices you are making. You will then have the opportunity to lead a more true and authentic life.
Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to explore the origins and roots of the difficulties you are experiencing in life today. We will work together to understand and untangle your feelings and behaviours, discovering a better understanding of the lifestyle choices you are making. This process will help you review your way of living, and the choices you are making. You will then have the opportunity to lead a more true and authentic life.
020 8016 3495 View 020 8016 3495
Annabelle Hird
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Having trained at London's Tavistock and Portman and qualified at The Gestalt Centre, I combine my work with Post Natal Depression Charity, Cocoon Family support, youth counselling charity, Off The Record, and my own private practice. I work with a broad client base presenting with varied issues ranging from feeling sad to generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder, relationship issues to seasonal affective disorder. I believe in the power of an empathetic, supportive therapeutic relationship.
Having trained at London's Tavistock and Portman and qualified at The Gestalt Centre, I combine my work with Post Natal Depression Charity, Cocoon Family support, youth counselling charity, Off The Record, and my own private practice. I work with a broad client base presenting with varied issues ranging from feeling sad to generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder, relationship issues to seasonal affective disorder. I believe in the power of an empathetic, supportive therapeutic relationship.
07480 487035 View 07480 487035
Abby Garrard
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Serves Area
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed and anxious? I help clients to feel grounded, calm and confident. Therapy with me will be a respectful journey and we will go entirely at your pace. I am here to support you every step of the way.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed and anxious? I help clients to feel grounded, calm and confident. Therapy with me will be a respectful journey and we will go entirely at your pace. I am here to support you every step of the way.
020 4634 3699 View 020 4634 3699
Sarah Weir
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Serves Area
You might be coming to therapy because there is a specific situation or issue, that is causing you distress, and leaving you feeling conflicted, or overwhelmed. Or you might come to therapy because you have a sense that your life isn't working out the way that you'd hoped, perhaps there is something missing that you can't put your finger on or put words to. These difficulties could be linked to the way that you see yourself or to patterns in relationships that stop you getting what you want from life. Many difficulties stem not from feelings themselves, but the way that we've learned to manage those feelings or the way we think about those feelings. Therapy provides a safe space to think together about the issues that you face. It is very much a two-way relationship, in which we work together to understand what the underlying difficulties are. We all have a story inside our heads about who we are and who the world is and that story affects how we interpret what is happening in the here and now. Understanding this story can help you to react to the present moment more creatively and with more of a sense of choice.
You might be coming to therapy because there is a specific situation or issue, that is causing you distress, and leaving you feeling conflicted, or overwhelmed. Or you might come to therapy because you have a sense that your life isn't working out the way that you'd hoped, perhaps there is something missing that you can't put your finger on or put words to. These difficulties could be linked to the way that you see yourself or to patterns in relationships that stop you getting what you want from life. Many difficulties stem not from feelings themselves, but the way that we've learned to manage those feelings or the way we think about those feelings. Therapy provides a safe space to think together about the issues that you face. It is very much a two-way relationship, in which we work together to understand what the underlying difficulties are. We all have a story inside our heads about who we are and who the world is and that story affects how we interpret what is happening in the here and now. Understanding this story can help you to react to the present moment more creatively and with more of a sense of choice.
01372 239683 View 01372 239683
Ricky Brown
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I trained as a psychotherapist later in life following a previous career working with vulnerable individuals. Coupled with my now extensive psychotherapeutic training, I am a knowledgeable, conscientious and empathetic individual whom is well respected within the field.
I trained as a psychotherapist later in life following a previous career working with vulnerable individuals. Coupled with my now extensive psychotherapeutic training, I am a knowledgeable, conscientious and empathetic individual whom is well respected within the field.
01748 901333 View 01748 901333
Dragana Djukic
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Serves Area
With 30 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives and build meaningful relationships. I offer a safe, confidential space to explore your experiences, gain clarity, and make lasting positive changes. I specialise in stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, grief, and relationship issues. With extensive experience, I provide effective strategies to support you through challenges, foster healing and encourage personal growth.
With 30 years of experience in counselling and psychotherapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives and build meaningful relationships. I offer a safe, confidential space to explore your experiences, gain clarity, and make lasting positive changes. I specialise in stress, anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, grief, and relationship issues. With extensive experience, I provide effective strategies to support you through challenges, foster healing and encourage personal growth.
07908 890336 View 07908 890336
Teresa Mortell-Stevens
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you struggling in a difficult relationship? Perhaps you feel unvalued, or like you’re walking on eggshells? Life can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming and it’s common to feel unsure about where to turn. I am here to offer support when you are ready. In therapy we can explore your situation, discover your needs, emotions and patterns of relating and help you find your voice. Together, we’ll focus on what truly matters to you helping you to build more fulfilling and harmonious relationships, engage in your relationships with a clearer mind and improved wellbeing, and feel better understood, respected and valued.
Are you struggling in a difficult relationship? Perhaps you feel unvalued, or like you’re walking on eggshells? Life can sometimes feel confusing and overwhelming and it’s common to feel unsure about where to turn. I am here to offer support when you are ready. In therapy we can explore your situation, discover your needs, emotions and patterns of relating and help you find your voice. Together, we’ll focus on what truly matters to you helping you to build more fulfilling and harmonious relationships, engage in your relationships with a clearer mind and improved wellbeing, and feel better understood, respected and valued.
020 3835 2495 View 020 3835 2495
Twickenham Therapy Ltd
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
Hello there. When we meet, I'll be interested in listening to your story and more importantly what brings you to therapy. Perhaps you are looking for some sort of peace within yourself or with your situation. Maybe you don't feel right and haven't done for a while but don't feel able to change. Sometimes life can be difficult to cope with. Therapy gives you the opportunity to slow down and reflect upon where you are at. It is a good way to check out how you really feel and the source of your discomfort. If you are looking for change then I will empathically support you through that process.
Hello there. When we meet, I'll be interested in listening to your story and more importantly what brings you to therapy. Perhaps you are looking for some sort of peace within yourself or with your situation. Maybe you don't feel right and haven't done for a while but don't feel able to change. Sometimes life can be difficult to cope with. Therapy gives you the opportunity to slow down and reflect upon where you are at. It is a good way to check out how you really feel and the source of your discomfort. If you are looking for change then I will empathically support you through that process.
01748 902543 View 01748 902543
Matthew Crane
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
We all experience problems and difficulties which at times can build-up and seem overwhelming in our day-to-day lives. Sometimes, events or relationships can feel difficult due to deeper issues unresolved from our past, such as childhood experiences or family problems. Counselling can help you have more awareness of yourself and the decisions you make, giving you greater empowerment in your life. It may help with a range of emotional issues including anxiety, depression, loss and grief, low self-esteem, mood or family and relationship problems. It can support you through difficult times and allow you to achieve your full potential.
We all experience problems and difficulties which at times can build-up and seem overwhelming in our day-to-day lives. Sometimes, events or relationships can feel difficult due to deeper issues unresolved from our past, such as childhood experiences or family problems. Counselling can help you have more awareness of yourself and the decisions you make, giving you greater empowerment in your life. It may help with a range of emotional issues including anxiety, depression, loss and grief, low self-esteem, mood or family and relationship problems. It can support you through difficult times and allow you to achieve your full potential.
07376 962977 View 07376 962977
Ayten Sare
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Online Only
Hello and welcome to my page. I am Ayten, fully qualified UKCP reg. Senior Group Analyst, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist & Supervisor with 25 years experience supporting individuals, couples, and families facing with difficulties and assisting them gaining a better understanding by offering an accepting and warm space. Whether you feel depressed, anxious or want to understand yourself deeply, you may want to seek help to explore your inner world, I can provide you professional help in a non-judgemental and open atmosphere where you can get better insight. I invite clients from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures and identities.
Hello and welcome to my page. I am Ayten, fully qualified UKCP reg. Senior Group Analyst, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist & Supervisor with 25 years experience supporting individuals, couples, and families facing with difficulties and assisting them gaining a better understanding by offering an accepting and warm space. Whether you feel depressed, anxious or want to understand yourself deeply, you may want to seek help to explore your inner world, I can provide you professional help in a non-judgemental and open atmosphere where you can get better insight. I invite clients from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures and identities.
020 3984 9180 View 020 3984 9180
RizwanaVirdee.com
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
I specialise in working with thoughtful, capable people who have spent much of their lives holding everything together for everyone else. From the outside they often appear successful, resilient, and in control, yet privately they struggle with anxiety, relationship difficulties, emotional exhaustion, addiction, or the lasting impact of childhood trauma. Many have tried therapy before or understand their difficulties intellectually but still find themselves repeating the same patterns. Together we explore the deeper architecture of your life so those patterns begin to make sense and lasting change becomes possible.
I specialise in working with thoughtful, capable people who have spent much of their lives holding everything together for everyone else. From the outside they often appear successful, resilient, and in control, yet privately they struggle with anxiety, relationship difficulties, emotional exhaustion, addiction, or the lasting impact of childhood trauma. Many have tried therapy before or understand their difficulties intellectually but still find themselves repeating the same patterns. Together we explore the deeper architecture of your life so those patterns begin to make sense and lasting change becomes possible.
07480 485965 View 07480 485965
Melis Okur
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Serves Area
Welcome to my practice! I am a psychologist (registered with the BPS) who works with adolescents and adults of all backgrounds, cultures, genders and sexual orientations from an integrative/humanistic approach. I align my therapy work with the goals, wishes and needs of the clients I work with.
Welcome to my practice! I am a psychologist (registered with the BPS) who works with adolescents and adults of all backgrounds, cultures, genders and sexual orientations from an integrative/humanistic approach. I align my therapy work with the goals, wishes and needs of the clients I work with.
020 3974 1811 View 020 3974 1811

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Weight Loss Counsellors
What is the relationship between weight management and mental health?
Mental health can be significantly influenced by one's physical health, so overall improvements in one's quality of life as a result of improved physical functioning from weight loss can have an overall positive impact on an individual's mental health and allow them to engage more readily in everyday activities. In addition, many strategies used to manage weight, such as exercise and maintaining a healthy diet, are also associated with reducing the symptoms of common mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression. Individuals may also benefit from the improved self-esteem and self-efficacy that can come with successful weight management.

What is the psychological approach to losing weight?
While there are no specific therapy modalities specifically for weight loss, common psychological therapies can be highly effective in helping clients make lasting lifestyle changes. This may be called the "psychological approach" to weight loss because it does not rely on physical interventions, such as medication or weight loss surgery, to help clients lose weight. Weight loss counselling can be used in addition to or instead of such physical interventions. Some clients simply seek therapy to address the challenges that may accompany weight loss in general, including negative thoughts surrounding their body, disordered eating patterns, or difficulty completing daily tasks as a result of their weight challenges. In such cases, therapists will often utilise behavioural coaching or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy techniques to help clients understand how their thoughts may be influencing their diet and physical activity patterns.

What type of therapy is commonly used in weight loss counselling?
Weight loss counseling often involves a combination of therapy and psychoeducation. Common techniques used by weight loss counselors include journalling, thought diaries, and other Cognitive Behavioural Therapy strategies that encourage clients to consider how their feelings about their weight loss impact their mental health. Weight loss counsellors may also teach clients mindfulness exercises, which can be used by clients during and after eating to be more aware of physical cues from their body surrounding eating. Some clients looking for weight loss therapy may also benefit from group therapy approaches, which utilise the power of social connection and accountability to help clients adhere to their weight loss plan.

Is therapy recommended for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery?
While therapy is not a requirement for individuals undergoing bariatric surgery, many individuals undergoing weight loss surgery may benefit from seeing a counsellor. Prior to surgery, counsellors can help clients decide whether surgical weight loss is a good fit for them and assist in surgery preparation. Post-surgery, counsellors can assist clients with the psychological component of maintaining their weight loss, as well as help clients navigate any postoperative pain. Throughout the surgical process, therapists can help clients process body-image challenges that may come with dramatic changes in weight, as well as manage symptoms of anxiety or depression that may accompany the major life changes bariatric surgery can bring.