Emotionally Focused Counselling in Sidcup
My ethos is that anyone should be able to access counselling if they believe it would be of benefit to them in their wellbeing. I value you the person and am ready to walk with you through whatever you are finding hard. I am a registered member of the BACP counselling register. At this time I can offer individual counselling only.
My ethos is that anyone should be able to access counselling if they believe it would be of benefit to them in their wellbeing. I value you the person and am ready to walk with you through whatever you are finding hard. I am a registered member of the BACP counselling register. At this time I can offer individual counselling only.
Are you looking for someone who will listen with care and support you through what’s happening for you? Being here takes courage, whether you’ve been before or are considering counselling for the first time. You might be feeling stressed, anxious, low, or unsure, or facing life changes or relationship challenges. I can help you pause, reflect, and explore what feels important to you.
Are you looking for someone who will listen with care and support you through what’s happening for you? Being here takes courage, whether you’ve been before or are considering counselling for the first time. You might be feeling stressed, anxious, low, or unsure, or facing life changes or relationship challenges. I can help you pause, reflect, and explore what feels important to you.
I am an experienced Counsellor with over 25 years experience. I aim to offer a safe space to to work on whatever you feel is important to focus on to make your life manageable or better. Life can be busy and I am a strong advocate in working in the way that fits into your life, whether that is online, telephone or in person. The work we do together is focused on you but based on the relationship we develop, that why I always offer a free no obligation initial session. Making space in your life to look at what you want to change rather than letting it flood every minute of your day can be a great first step.
I am an experienced Counsellor with over 25 years experience. I aim to offer a safe space to to work on whatever you feel is important to focus on to make your life manageable or better. Life can be busy and I am a strong advocate in working in the way that fits into your life, whether that is online, telephone or in person. The work we do together is focused on you but based on the relationship we develop, that why I always offer a free no obligation initial session. Making space in your life to look at what you want to change rather than letting it flood every minute of your day can be a great first step.
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My name is Cheryl, I am a fully qualified , experienced counsellor and supervisor who works safely & effectively with Adults & young people
I love being a part of your counselling journey and I support people in their desire to work towards change.
I know it can be challenging making that first step to see a counsellor but together we can build a therapeutic relationship built on trust & honesty.
I am a registered , accredited member of the NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society ) and i abide by their ethical framework & guidelines.
I can offer flexibly to assist with busy work schedules & shift patterns .
Hello
My name is Cheryl, I am a fully qualified , experienced counsellor and supervisor who works safely & effectively with Adults & young people
I love being a part of your counselling journey and I support people in their desire to work towards change.
I know it can be challenging making that first step to see a counsellor but together we can build a therapeutic relationship built on trust & honesty.
I am a registered , accredited member of the NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society ) and i abide by their ethical framework & guidelines.
I can offer flexibly to assist with busy work schedules & shift patterns .
Alongside my broader therapeutic work, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), an evidence-based therapy that strengthens emotional bonds and attachment in couples.
I'm an experienced anxiety and couples counsellor, supporting adults experiencing persistent anxiety, insomnia, burnout, and acute or complex trauma symptoms. I will help you feel understood, empowered and more in control of your emotional world.
In my couples therapy work, clients see conflict reduce, communication strengthen, trust rebuild, and emotional connection deepen.
I am also trained in CBT‑I, a structured 4–6 session, evidence‑based treatment for insomnia which reduces night‑time anxiety and rebuilds confidence in your ability to sleep.
Alongside my broader therapeutic work, I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT), an evidence-based therapy that strengthens emotional bonds and attachment in couples.
I'm an experienced anxiety and couples counsellor, supporting adults experiencing persistent anxiety, insomnia, burnout, and acute or complex trauma symptoms. I will help you feel understood, empowered and more in control of your emotional world.
In my couples therapy work, clients see conflict reduce, communication strengthen, trust rebuild, and emotional connection deepen.
I am also trained in CBT‑I, a structured 4–6 session, evidence‑based treatment for insomnia which reduces night‑time anxiety and rebuilds confidence in your ability to sleep.
Life can sometimes becomes overwhelming, what you thought you had a handle on can suddenly feel incredibly unbearable. Conflicting emotions or unhealthy behaviours can arise from self-expectations, family or peer pressure and the never ending demands of a 24/7 world. Whatever your age, background, race or culture, being heard and talking freely in a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space can be incredibly empowering in understanding who you are and making sense of the thoughts and feelings that arise. As an integrative counsellor, I am flexible in working with the best possible approach to achieve the best outcome for you.
Life can sometimes becomes overwhelming, what you thought you had a handle on can suddenly feel incredibly unbearable. Conflicting emotions or unhealthy behaviours can arise from self-expectations, family or peer pressure and the never ending demands of a 24/7 world. Whatever your age, background, race or culture, being heard and talking freely in a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space can be incredibly empowering in understanding who you are and making sense of the thoughts and feelings that arise. As an integrative counsellor, I am flexible in working with the best possible approach to achieve the best outcome for you.
I have worked within fostering and adoption, Couple and family Counselling, Bereavement and Youth Counselling. My experience comes from having worked within a variety of family and child settings, a counselling service for young people, a hospice as a bereavement counsellor, and supporting couples in their relationships. I work with families who foster and the secondary trauma that they can also experience. Although I have been trained in the psychodynamic approach, I work using other models to best suit and help individuals explore and become aware of blocks in their lives, working towards making changes.
I have worked within fostering and adoption, Couple and family Counselling, Bereavement and Youth Counselling. My experience comes from having worked within a variety of family and child settings, a counselling service for young people, a hospice as a bereavement counsellor, and supporting couples in their relationships. I work with families who foster and the secondary trauma that they can also experience. Although I have been trained in the psychodynamic approach, I work using other models to best suit and help individuals explore and become aware of blocks in their lives, working towards making changes.
Harley Street and Bromley Practice
I’m Julianne, an Integrative Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist and Accredited Member of the BACP.
I work with people who may look like they’re coping on the outside, while inside they feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected from themselves. I’m interested in what lies beneath the symptoms — the experiences and patterns that shape how you feel, think and relate.
My approach is personal, practical and tailored to you. I’m also a member of the EMDR Association UK & Ireland, offering EMDR where appropriate to help process difficult experiences and move forward.
Harley Street and Bromley Practice
I’m Julianne, an Integrative Psychotherapist, EMDR Therapist and Accredited Member of the BACP.
I work with people who may look like they’re coping on the outside, while inside they feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected from themselves. I’m interested in what lies beneath the symptoms — the experiences and patterns that shape how you feel, think and relate.
My approach is personal, practical and tailored to you. I’m also a member of the EMDR Association UK & Ireland, offering EMDR where appropriate to help process difficult experiences and move forward.
I believe every relationship carries a unique story shaped by culture, family, faith, trauma, personality, and the nervous system. When couples struggle, it’s rarely about a lack of love — something in the system has become overwhelmed, unheard, or unprotected. I help partners slow down, feel safe, and truly hear each other with both their hearts and their nervous systems. My approach is gentle, direct, and respectful of each person’s story, including attachment needs, protective parts, cultural influences, and (where wanted) Christian faith.
I believe every relationship carries a unique story shaped by culture, family, faith, trauma, personality, and the nervous system. When couples struggle, it’s rarely about a lack of love — something in the system has become overwhelmed, unheard, or unprotected. I help partners slow down, feel safe, and truly hear each other with both their hearts and their nervous systems. My approach is gentle, direct, and respectful of each person’s story, including attachment needs, protective parts, cultural influences, and (where wanted) Christian faith.
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You may be a high-masking autistic or ADHD woman. You may have spent years coping, and even outwardly succeeding, until your nervous system simply can’t keep up. Many of my clients are neurodivergent women, often late-diagnosed or self-diagnosed, navigating burnout, perimenopause, trauma, self-doubt, and deep exhaustion from masking. You may have tried therapy before without lasting change and feel stuck in the same patterns. You’re looking for specialist, neurodiversity-affirming therapy that helps you understand why you struggle and offers practical ways to move forward.
You may be a high-masking autistic or ADHD woman. You may have spent years coping, and even outwardly succeeding, until your nervous system simply can’t keep up. Many of my clients are neurodivergent women, often late-diagnosed or self-diagnosed, navigating burnout, perimenopause, trauma, self-doubt, and deep exhaustion from masking. You may have tried therapy before without lasting change and feel stuck in the same patterns. You’re looking for specialist, neurodiversity-affirming therapy that helps you understand why you struggle and offers practical ways to move forward.
Feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, worn out, depressed and stressed are just some of the many ways we might react to what is happening around us and within us. Looking for help is not a sign of defeat, not now and not ever; it should be seen as one of many ways we can look after ourselves in these trying times. If you think talking might help you to process what you are going through, then please, get in touch. During our sessions I aim to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space for you to explore your issues.
Feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, worn out, depressed and stressed are just some of the many ways we might react to what is happening around us and within us. Looking for help is not a sign of defeat, not now and not ever; it should be seen as one of many ways we can look after ourselves in these trying times. If you think talking might help you to process what you are going through, then please, get in touch. During our sessions I aim to provide a safe, supportive and non-judgemental space for you to explore your issues.
When life brings the most unimaginable challenges you did not expect, things can easily go pear-shaped. You may start seeing yourself, others and the world differently. Often in a negative light, and fall into the crevice of despair. You might be going through something difficult, that is unique to you or perhaps repeating the same things over and over without seeing any positive change. Whatever your need for therapy, I offer a safe/ confidential space for you to talk things through or work towards something you want. I work privately with individuals and couples online and in person in London.
When life brings the most unimaginable challenges you did not expect, things can easily go pear-shaped. You may start seeing yourself, others and the world differently. Often in a negative light, and fall into the crevice of despair. You might be going through something difficult, that is unique to you or perhaps repeating the same things over and over without seeing any positive change. Whatever your need for therapy, I offer a safe/ confidential space for you to talk things through or work towards something you want. I work privately with individuals and couples online and in person in London.
Online Therapist (UK & International as ethically appropriate)
Accredited and experienced counsellor/psychotherapist with a background in clinical psychology, offering online therapy in English and Portuguese.
I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can explore and make sense of your experiences, helping you feel more grounded, clearer, and better able to navigate life’s challenges.
Online Therapist (UK & International as ethically appropriate)
Accredited and experienced counsellor/psychotherapist with a background in clinical psychology, offering online therapy in English and Portuguese.
I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can explore and make sense of your experiences, helping you feel more grounded, clearer, and better able to navigate life’s challenges.
2023 yılı Mayıs ayında Lordship Lane'de bulunan merkezimizle faaliyete başladık. Kurucularımızdan HCPC Reg. Counselling Psychologist ve CBT Terapisti Baran Karabulut, Uzman Psikolog ve Akredite EMDR Avrupa Terapisti Gökçe Ünal Demirci ve Psikolog ve CBT Terapisti Melike Barış bir araya gelerek Londra'da yaşayan tüm yetişkin, çift ve çocuklara hizmet vermeyi amaçlamaktadır. Sizlere kapılarımızı ilk kez açtığımız günden beri, daima güvenli bir ortamda kaliteli ruh sağlığı hizmeti almanız için çalışmaktayız.
2023 yılı Mayıs ayında Lordship Lane'de bulunan merkezimizle faaliyete başladık. Kurucularımızdan HCPC Reg. Counselling Psychologist ve CBT Terapisti Baran Karabulut, Uzman Psikolog ve Akredite EMDR Avrupa Terapisti Gökçe Ünal Demirci ve Psikolog ve CBT Terapisti Melike Barış bir araya gelerek Londra'da yaşayan tüm yetişkin, çift ve çocuklara hizmet vermeyi amaçlamaktadır. Sizlere kapılarımızı ilk kez açtığımız günden beri, daima güvenli bir ortamda kaliteli ruh sağlığı hizmeti almanız için çalışmaktayız.
My clients come from all walks of life, but tend to be neurodivergent and/or queer & want to explore what that means for them with someone who understands. Are you living with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the impact of past experiences that still affect how safe you feel in relationships?
Maybe you struggle with low self-worth, overthinking, trauma responses, or patterns linked to neurodivergence such as burnout or masking? Perhaps you're questioning your identity, sexuality, or sense of self; or feel stuck using coping behaviours that no longer help. You don’t need a diagnosis, just a sense that something needs understanding.
My clients come from all walks of life, but tend to be neurodivergent and/or queer & want to explore what that means for them with someone who understands. Are you living with anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the impact of past experiences that still affect how safe you feel in relationships?
Maybe you struggle with low self-worth, overthinking, trauma responses, or patterns linked to neurodivergence such as burnout or masking? Perhaps you're questioning your identity, sexuality, or sense of self; or feel stuck using coping behaviours that no longer help. You don’t need a diagnosis, just a sense that something needs understanding.
Are you carrying a lot of stress on your own and feel unhappy or anxious? Maybe you keep finding yourself in relationships that don't make you happy or make you feel insecure or resentful? Maybe you get overwhelmed by trauma or painful experiences from your past? These could be new problems or problems you've been struggling with for a long time. We all have mental health needs and we don't have to suffer alone. With over 20 years of experience I am here to help you get your life back on track. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Certified Advanced Level Schema Therapist and work in the NHS and in private healthcare.
Are you carrying a lot of stress on your own and feel unhappy or anxious? Maybe you keep finding yourself in relationships that don't make you happy or make you feel insecure or resentful? Maybe you get overwhelmed by trauma or painful experiences from your past? These could be new problems or problems you've been struggling with for a long time. We all have mental health needs and we don't have to suffer alone. With over 20 years of experience I am here to help you get your life back on track. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and Certified Advanced Level Schema Therapist and work in the NHS and in private healthcare.
Thank you for visiting New Dawn Psychological Therapies profile. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Struggling to manage stress, anxiety, depression or cope with past trauma? You're not alone. If you feel like you're barely keeping your head above water, I'm here to help. As a psychologist and counsellor therapist, I recognise that life is not linear. We are all on a journey towards realising our full potential however, this journey can often be hindered by negative life experiences outside of our control. But please know, you are a unique individual of worth, and it is possible to heal, energise, and become aware of your inner strengths.
Thank you for visiting New Dawn Psychological Therapies profile. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Struggling to manage stress, anxiety, depression or cope with past trauma? You're not alone. If you feel like you're barely keeping your head above water, I'm here to help. As a psychologist and counsellor therapist, I recognise that life is not linear. We are all on a journey towards realising our full potential however, this journey can often be hindered by negative life experiences outside of our control. But please know, you are a unique individual of worth, and it is possible to heal, energise, and become aware of your inner strengths.
I specialise with the LGBT+ community, including their family and friends. I can offer a non-judgemental, gentle, accepting confidential space for you to share your issues and concerns, knowing you will not be rejected or discriminated against. I have lived experience of transgender identities, as my son is transgender. I have witnessed the high mental health conditions, suicidal ideation, including self-harm, and loss faced by LGBT+ individuals that I have counselled, along with the hurdles my son has encountered during his transition. I would like to walk with you along your pathway, and consider myself privileged to do so.
I specialise with the LGBT+ community, including their family and friends. I can offer a non-judgemental, gentle, accepting confidential space for you to share your issues and concerns, knowing you will not be rejected or discriminated against. I have lived experience of transgender identities, as my son is transgender. I have witnessed the high mental health conditions, suicidal ideation, including self-harm, and loss faced by LGBT+ individuals that I have counselled, along with the hurdles my son has encountered during his transition. I would like to walk with you along your pathway, and consider myself privileged to do so.
What if there’s nothing wrong with you and you’ve just been trying to fit yourself into ways of living that don’t fit you?
Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or just tired from holding everything together.
I work with adults navigating self-worth, relationships, emotional overwhelm, neurodiversity and life transitions.
As an integrative counsellor I offer a warm, curious and non-judgemental space to explore the why behind your thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
With NHS experience, my counselling diploma and personal experience of neurodiversity, I understand how different everyone’s journey is.
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What if there’s nothing wrong with you and you’ve just been trying to fit yourself into ways of living that don’t fit you?
Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or just tired from holding everything together.
I work with adults navigating self-worth, relationships, emotional overwhelm, neurodiversity and life transitions.
As an integrative counsellor I offer a warm, curious and non-judgemental space to explore the why behind your thoughts, feelings and behaviours.
With NHS experience, my counselling diploma and personal experience of neurodiversity, I understand how different everyone’s journey is.
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I am a trauma-informed counsellor and EMDR practitioner working with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, identity concerns, and chronic stress. Many clients come feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck after long periods of coping alone. I provide a safe, structured, and compassionate space to process experiences at a manageable pace. My approach includes evidence-based counselling to support emotional regulation, self-understanding, and long-term psychological resilience.
I am a trauma-informed counsellor and EMDR practitioner working with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, relationship difficulties, identity concerns, and chronic stress. Many clients come feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck after long periods of coping alone. I provide a safe, structured, and compassionate space to process experiences at a manageable pace. My approach includes evidence-based counselling to support emotional regulation, self-understanding, and long-term psychological resilience.
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Emotionally Focused Counsellors
Who is emotionally focused therapy for?
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.
Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?
People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.
What happens in emotionally focused therapy?
Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.
What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?
EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.