Psychoanalytic Counselling in Stevenage

Photo of Nisa Farooq, Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Nisa Farooq
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
1 Endorsed
I offer support to individuals as they navigate life’s demands. You may be experiencing significant changes, or perhaps you feel stuck, exhausted, or uncertain about your next steps. It could be that you are in a relationship that is not meeting your hopes, or you find yourself questioning why relationships do not seem to work out as you had wished. You might be grappling with loss, whether personal or professional, or facing difficulties in your relationships with family members, friends, or colleagues at work. There are times when it is hard to pinpoint exactly what you are feeling, yet you recognise that something is amiss.
I offer support to individuals as they navigate life’s demands. You may be experiencing significant changes, or perhaps you feel stuck, exhausted, or uncertain about your next steps. It could be that you are in a relationship that is not meeting your hopes, or you find yourself questioning why relationships do not seem to work out as you had wished. You might be grappling with loss, whether personal or professional, or facing difficulties in your relationships with family members, friends, or colleagues at work. There are times when it is hard to pinpoint exactly what you are feeling, yet you recognise that something is amiss.
01438 584569 View 01438 584569
Photo of Marianne Mikhail - 5th Avenue Counselling, Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
5th Avenue Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Established in 2014, 5th Avenue Counselling is the practice of Marianne Mikhail Msc, offering an accessible option when you need therapeutic support, or just a space to talk and be heard.
Established in 2014, 5th Avenue Counselling is the practice of Marianne Mikhail Msc, offering an accessible option when you need therapeutic support, or just a space to talk and be heard.
01279 351971 View 01279 351971
Photo of Debbie Miller, Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Debbie Miller
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Hello and welcome to my page. I’m Debbie and I work with children, young people and adults. Life can feel overwhelming at times: stress at school or work, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or past experiences that still feel painful. You may notice your child feeling withdrawn, anxious, or struggling with friendships and self-esteem, or you may be feeling stuck, dissatisfied with your life, or disconnected. Perhaps you are looking for ways to feel happier, overcome a difficulty and feel more resilient? You don’t have to go through your difficulties alone.
Hello and welcome to my page. I’m Debbie and I work with children, young people and adults. Life can feel overwhelming at times: stress at school or work, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or past experiences that still feel painful. You may notice your child feeling withdrawn, anxious, or struggling with friendships and self-esteem, or you may be feeling stuck, dissatisfied with your life, or disconnected. Perhaps you are looking for ways to feel happier, overcome a difficulty and feel more resilient? You don’t have to go through your difficulties alone.
01438 594831 View 01438 594831
Photo of Gillian Titmuss, Psychotherapist, MBACP
Gillian Titmuss
Psychotherapist, MBACP
2 Endorsed
If you feel you've got unanswered or unresolved questions, I offer a dedicated time and a safe, confidential and nonjudgmental space to explore your past, present and future. Getting back in touch with ourselves instead of feeling lost is fundamental to having satisfaction with life. Giving to ourselves means we can enjoy being alive as well as fulfilling our responsibilities and having pleasurable and rewarding relationships. If you have any questions, please feel free to make contact.
If you feel you've got unanswered or unresolved questions, I offer a dedicated time and a safe, confidential and nonjudgmental space to explore your past, present and future. Getting back in touch with ourselves instead of feeling lost is fundamental to having satisfaction with life. Giving to ourselves means we can enjoy being alive as well as fulfilling our responsibilities and having pleasurable and rewarding relationships. If you have any questions, please feel free to make contact.
01462 418466 View 01462 418466
Photo of Joshua Holmes, Psychotherapist, PhD, ACP
Joshua Holmes
Psychotherapist, PhD, ACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have a PhD in psychoanalytic studies and a MSc in child development.
I am qualified to work with parents, infants, children, adolescents and young adults up to the age of 25.
I have a PhD in psychoanalytic studies and a MSc in child development.
I am qualified to work with parents, infants, children, adolescents and young adults up to the age of 25.
View
Photo of Clare Green, Counsellor, MBACP
Clare Green
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
I'm Clare, a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience. I hold diplomas in Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy, DBT, CFT, and ADHD Coaching. I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD. I also bring personal experience of narcissistic coercion and domestic violence. I'm passionate about men’s mental health and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces. I offer sessions in Hertfordshire and North Yorkshire and online via Microsoft Teams or FaceTime.
I'm Clare, a fully qualified psychotherapist with over 10 years’ experience. I hold diplomas in Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapy, DBT, CFT, and ADHD Coaching. I work holistically, with special interests in personality disorders, narcissistic abuse recovery, and ADHD. I also bring personal experience of narcissistic coercion and domestic violence. I'm passionate about men’s mental health and creating safe, non-judgmental spaces. I offer sessions in Hertfordshire and North Yorkshire and online via Microsoft Teams or FaceTime.
01920 452587 View 01920 452587

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Emile Perkins, Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Emile Perkins
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Serves Area
Seeking therapy can be a confusing process; one complicated by the fact that many come during a time of crisis. I provide a supportive, confidential space where we can think openly, free of judgement, about different aspects of you and your life. I offer psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy, both once and twice a week at a private clinic in Headington, Oxford.
Seeking therapy can be a confusing process; one complicated by the fact that many come during a time of crisis. I provide a supportive, confidential space where we can think openly, free of judgement, about different aspects of you and your life. I offer psychodynamic counselling and psychotherapy, both once and twice a week at a private clinic in Headington, Oxford.
020 4572 1268 View 020 4572 1268
Photo of Alisa Serik, MA
Alisa Serik
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Меня зовут Алиса Серик, я психоаналитически ориентированный психотерапевт. В своей работе я использую психоаналитический метод. Этот подход исследует бессознательные процессы, которые влияют на наше поведение, мысли, эмоции и чувства.
Меня зовут Алиса Серик, я психоаналитически ориентированный психотерапевт. В своей работе я использую психоаналитический метод. Этот подход исследует бессознательные процессы, которые влияют на наше поведение, мысли, эмоции и чувства.
020 7123 9297 View 020 7123 9297
Photo of Sophie Linnett, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Sophie Linnett
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London EC1V
Powerful negative feelings can impact our lives, relationships, both personal and professional, our work and our sense of self. I offer confidential face to face or online counselling and therapy to adult individuals. I aim to help people to gain a greater understanding of why they do what they do, and as a consequence manage their lives differently. I work with clients to make sense of their issues and difficult feelings, looking also at what triggers certain behaviors. Therapy can offer a safe and confidential space to talk, think and make choices.
Powerful negative feelings can impact our lives, relationships, both personal and professional, our work and our sense of self. I offer confidential face to face or online counselling and therapy to adult individuals. I aim to help people to gain a greater understanding of why they do what they do, and as a consequence manage their lives differently. I work with clients to make sense of their issues and difficult feelings, looking also at what triggers certain behaviors. Therapy can offer a safe and confidential space to talk, think and make choices.
020 4538 9287 View 020 4538 9287
Photo of Shoshana Rose Stern, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Shoshana Rose Stern
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Edgware HA8
Hi, I am Shoshana. I am an Art Psychotherapist. Whether you are struggling to cope with current events or longer term unresolved feelings, I can help you explore the meaning of these emotions and how to process through them to become healthier and happier in yourself. By using art in the therapy, we can explore deep rooted causes for why we feel the way we do. Art helps us reach our unconscious voice that wants to be heard. Through developing a relationship in a safe and confidential space, I will help you explore what it is that you need to process.
Hi, I am Shoshana. I am an Art Psychotherapist. Whether you are struggling to cope with current events or longer term unresolved feelings, I can help you explore the meaning of these emotions and how to process through them to become healthier and happier in yourself. By using art in the therapy, we can explore deep rooted causes for why we feel the way we do. Art helps us reach our unconscious voice that wants to be heard. Through developing a relationship in a safe and confidential space, I will help you explore what it is that you need to process.
020 3947 8942 View 020 3947 8942
Photo of Sharan S - KGF Counselling, Counsellor, MSc, ACC Reg
KGF Counselling
Counsellor, MSc, ACC Reg
London E15
Welcome. I'm Sharan founder of KGF Counselling specialising in family dynamics, cultural influences impacting trauma, stress or anxiety. You may feel like you're walking on eggshells, feeling sad, suffocated, depressed or lost your faith. My focus is on helping you work through the presenting issue and exploring how your circumstances are impacting your mental health. Together we would explore the impact of your family environment, dynamics, cultural influences to help you find relief from anxiety or trauma. For instant accessible information visit my website to find blogs on family dynamics and mental health topics for awareness.
Welcome. I'm Sharan founder of KGF Counselling specialising in family dynamics, cultural influences impacting trauma, stress or anxiety. You may feel like you're walking on eggshells, feeling sad, suffocated, depressed or lost your faith. My focus is on helping you work through the presenting issue and exploring how your circumstances are impacting your mental health. Together we would explore the impact of your family environment, dynamics, cultural influences to help you find relief from anxiety or trauma. For instant accessible information visit my website to find blogs on family dynamics and mental health topics for awareness.
020 3835 5450 View 020 3835 5450
Photo of Greg Janiszek, Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Greg Janiszek
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
London W4
You might seem to cope on the outside, but inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, or weighed down by self-doubt. Perhaps you’re stuck in repeating patterns in relationships, work, or the way you speak to yourself, and you’re unsure how to change them. You may be struggling with low mood, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, or feeling lost about your next steps. You want space to reflect, feel understood without judgement, and make sense of what’s happening. You may be seeking clarity, emotional steadiness, and a way to reconnect with yourself so you can move forward feeling more grounded and confident.
You might seem to cope on the outside, but inside feel overwhelmed, anxious, or weighed down by self-doubt. Perhaps you’re stuck in repeating patterns in relationships, work, or the way you speak to yourself, and you’re unsure how to change them. You may be struggling with low mood, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, or feeling lost about your next steps. You want space to reflect, feel understood without judgement, and make sense of what’s happening. You may be seeking clarity, emotional steadiness, and a way to reconnect with yourself so you can move forward feeling more grounded and confident.
020 4634 5270 View 020 4634 5270
Photo of Anna King - Anna King, Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Anna King
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
I make use of a range of insights, perspectives, and strategies from different therapeutic modalities (humanistic, psychoanalytic, and cognitive-behavioural).
Whatever the issue, I don’t think you are broken or that you need to be fixed. If you struggle, it is because life can be difficult and figuring out how to comfortably and confidently be yourself, interact with others, and engage with the world is not always easy. Therapy can help with that.
I make use of a range of insights, perspectives, and strategies from different therapeutic modalities (humanistic, psychoanalytic, and cognitive-behavioural).
Whatever the issue, I don’t think you are broken or that you need to be fixed. If you struggle, it is because life can be difficult and figuring out how to comfortably and confidently be yourself, interact with others, and engage with the world is not always easy. Therapy can help with that.
01764 915801 View 01764 915801
Photo of Leo Malim, Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Leo Malim
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London SW3
I look to build a strong alliance with all my clients based on empathy and creating a safe space for sharing. This bond allows us to investigate any issues that may present themselves, working side by side to explore how it is to be you.
I look to build a strong alliance with all my clients based on empathy and creating a safe space for sharing. This bond allows us to investigate any issues that may present themselves, working side by side to explore how it is to be you.
01748 905932 View 01748 905932
Photo of Paula Miles, Psychotherapist, MBACP
Paula Miles
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Serves Area
You might be the one who holds everything together. You function well, meet expectations, and keep going even when you’re exhausted. Inside, your mind rarely rests. You overthink, feel tense, and carry a quiet fear of letting people down. Many women I work with don’t feel “unwell” but they feel constantly on edge, disconnected, or emotionally tired. Therapy with me is a space where you don’t need to perform, explain yourself, or stay strong. You get to slow down and be met as you are.
You might be the one who holds everything together. You function well, meet expectations, and keep going even when you’re exhausted. Inside, your mind rarely rests. You overthink, feel tense, and carry a quiet fear of letting people down. Many women I work with don’t feel “unwell” but they feel constantly on edge, disconnected, or emotionally tired. Therapy with me is a space where you don’t need to perform, explain yourself, or stay strong. You get to slow down and be met as you are.
01234 230127 View 01234 230127
Photo of Henrik Lynggaard, Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Henrik Lynggaard
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
London W1W
I work as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and I have consulting rooms in Central London.
Psychoanalysis can offer a time and space in which to speak and think about aspects of life that it may be difficult to address in other contexts. Sessions take place between one and several times a week.
I work as a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and I have consulting rooms in Central London.
Psychoanalysis can offer a time and space in which to speak and think about aspects of life that it may be difficult to address in other contexts. Sessions take place between one and several times a week.
020 3984 8911 View 020 3984 8911
Photo of Lesley Inglis - Lesley Inglis Supervisor, Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Lesley Inglis Supervisor
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Online Only
Hello, I am a widely experienced, Psychosexual Therapist/Supervisor. If you want to understand yourself better,/change unwanted behaviours to 'feel' better I would be delighted to receive an EMAIL from you. I work with common & also unusual Sex & Relationship difficulties & Mental health conditions . I assess you, help you identify goals & I review how you think our work is progressing. I explain the rational for my exploration & focus of the tasks I ask you to practice. I work collaboratively with you-as a team to reach your goals. Clients say this is a good way to work. I often see the funny side of life, when appropriate :-)
Hello, I am a widely experienced, Psychosexual Therapist/Supervisor. If you want to understand yourself better,/change unwanted behaviours to 'feel' better I would be delighted to receive an EMAIL from you. I work with common & also unusual Sex & Relationship difficulties & Mental health conditions . I assess you, help you identify goals & I review how you think our work is progressing. I explain the rational for my exploration & focus of the tasks I ask you to practice. I work collaboratively with you-as a team to reach your goals. Clients say this is a good way to work. I often see the funny side of life, when appropriate :-)
01573 400476 View 01573 400476
Photo of Dr George Robson, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr George Robson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
1 Endorsed
Enfield EN1
Hello, my name is George, and I am an experienced senior clinical psychologist and have worked in NHS mental health services, including in senior clinical roles, for more than 15 years. In private practice I offer individualised and tailored psychological therapy for adults. I am experienced in working with most types of difficulty, and offer evidence-based therapies, drawing on CBT and psychodynamic approaches. I am an accredited Dynamic Interpersonal Therapist. I believe that a safe, supportive and confidential therapeutic relationship is key to effective psychological therapy.
Hello, my name is George, and I am an experienced senior clinical psychologist and have worked in NHS mental health services, including in senior clinical roles, for more than 15 years. In private practice I offer individualised and tailored psychological therapy for adults. I am experienced in working with most types of difficulty, and offer evidence-based therapies, drawing on CBT and psychodynamic approaches. I am an accredited Dynamic Interpersonal Therapist. I believe that a safe, supportive and confidential therapeutic relationship is key to effective psychological therapy.
View
Photo of Luke Reynolds - CB1 Psychotherapy Cambridge, Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
CB1 Psychotherapy Cambridge
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
If you are at a crisis point in life due to a mental health episode like addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship breakdown, historical trauma or anything else that might be causing distress, we can offer you a space to work through it. CB1 psychotherapy is a collection of individual therapists who give a space where time can be slowed down so that mental health can be seen in full and taken care of for the longer term. Whether it’s a long term addiction, depression, anxiety or another mental health or life issue. We will assess where you are and respond to that.
If you are at a crisis point in life due to a mental health episode like addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship breakdown, historical trauma or anything else that might be causing distress, we can offer you a space to work through it. CB1 psychotherapy is a collection of individual therapists who give a space where time can be slowed down so that mental health can be seen in full and taken care of for the longer term. Whether it’s a long term addiction, depression, anxiety or another mental health or life issue. We will assess where you are and respond to that.
01223 912982 View 01223 912982
Richard Wilson
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
London E9
Please get in contact if you are having difficulty dealing with anxiety, panic attacks or depression, and are looking for help to understand what the meaning of these symptoms are. Perhaps you want to explore more specific questions, "who am I", "what do I want out of life" or "why do I always end up in the same situation". You may want help coming to terms with a crisis in your life, a bereavement, or a relationship difficulty that you are having, or maybe to explore uncomfortable feelings.
Please get in contact if you are having difficulty dealing with anxiety, panic attacks or depression, and are looking for help to understand what the meaning of these symptoms are. Perhaps you want to explore more specific questions, "who am I", "what do I want out of life" or "why do I always end up in the same situation". You may want help coming to terms with a crisis in your life, a bereavement, or a relationship difficulty that you are having, or maybe to explore uncomfortable feelings.
07824 701546 View 07824 701546
Psychoanalytic Counsellors
Does psychoanalytic therapy work?
Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.

How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?
Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.

Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?
Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?
Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.