Black Therapists in Surbiton
Are you feeling drained in a relationship where you are not seen, heard, or valued? You may be experiencing emotional or narcissistic abuse, or feeling confused in ways that are hard to explain. Many of the women I support feel stuck between who they are and who they have been expected to be. I offer a calm, safe space where you can make sense of your experience, rebuild your self-worth, and reconnect with yourself at your own pace.
I support women who feel unheard, unseen, and emotionally drained in their relationships.
Are you feeling drained in a relationship where you are not seen, heard, or valued? You may be experiencing emotional or narcissistic abuse, or feeling confused in ways that are hard to explain. Many of the women I support feel stuck between who they are and who they have been expected to be. I offer a calm, safe space where you can make sense of your experience, rebuild your self-worth, and reconnect with yourself at your own pace.
I support women who feel unheard, unseen, and emotionally drained in their relationships.
Hi, I’m Emily, a BACP-accredited psychotherapist and supervisor with specialist experience in trauma and intercultural issues. My approach combines empathy and understanding with structured support, helping you explore how your past and present shape your life today. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck, I offer a thoughtful, confidential space where you can be heard. I work in English, Armenian, and Farsi, and welcome clients from all backgrounds, both online and in person in Surbiton, Surrey.
Hi, I’m Emily, a BACP-accredited psychotherapist and supervisor with specialist experience in trauma and intercultural issues. My approach combines empathy and understanding with structured support, helping you explore how your past and present shape your life today. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck, I offer a thoughtful, confidential space where you can be heard. I work in English, Armenian, and Farsi, and welcome clients from all backgrounds, both online and in person in Surbiton, Surrey.
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.
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As an integrative psychotherapist, I understand that each individual is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, facilitating personal growth and healing. Through a blend of therapeutic techniques, I help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, providing them with tools to foster resilience and self-awareness. Together, we can uncover the underlying patterns that may be holding you back and work towards meaningful change.
As an integrative psychotherapist, I understand that each individual is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings, facilitating personal growth and healing. Through a blend of therapeutic techniques, I help clients navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, providing them with tools to foster resilience and self-awareness. Together, we can uncover the underlying patterns that may be holding you back and work towards meaningful change.
I am Nigerian, I work with various ethnicities and I am culturally aware.
Need therapy beyond friends, podcasts and self-help books that no longer help? Perhaps it is time to speak with a professional. I know that not everyone has a 'problem' as such but we sometimes simply want to understand ourselves better, figure out how we end up in the situations we keep finding ourselves and explore our feelings discreetly without judgement. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy at this time, I welcome you.
I am Sade and I am here to accompany you in your journey towards self-knowledge and change. It won't always be easy (you probably know that) but you will no longer be alone.
I am Nigerian, I work with various ethnicities and I am culturally aware.
Need therapy beyond friends, podcasts and self-help books that no longer help? Perhaps it is time to speak with a professional. I know that not everyone has a 'problem' as such but we sometimes simply want to understand ourselves better, figure out how we end up in the situations we keep finding ourselves and explore our feelings discreetly without judgement. Whatever your reasons for seeking therapy at this time, I welcome you.
I am Sade and I am here to accompany you in your journey towards self-knowledge and change. It won't always be easy (you probably know that) but you will no longer be alone.
Life is complex and at times, it can be difficult to navigate the waters of this journey to know and understand the place you have in this world. Many factors can affect the journey such as depression, anxiety, trauma and relationships with self and others. I offer a non-judgemental, empathic confidential and compassionate space where you can expect support and containment to explore themes and patterns around self-destructive thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Therapy helps us to develop self-compassion, to quieten our critical mind and to experience a calmer and more peaceful life. It is about learning to accept ourselves
Life is complex and at times, it can be difficult to navigate the waters of this journey to know and understand the place you have in this world. Many factors can affect the journey such as depression, anxiety, trauma and relationships with self and others. I offer a non-judgemental, empathic confidential and compassionate space where you can expect support and containment to explore themes and patterns around self-destructive thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Therapy helps us to develop self-compassion, to quieten our critical mind and to experience a calmer and more peaceful life. It is about learning to accept ourselves
Therapy should feel like a safe journey back home, where you can return to yourself.
I am passionate about supporting you to empower yourself to live a more fulfilling life, uncover your best mental health and build confidence in self-exploration.
In my approach, I provide an authentic, supportive space where you can truly be you. I offer understanding, compassion, and a reassuring reminder that the challenges you’re facing are part of being human and can be overcome.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you every step of the way. The priority is you.
Therapy should feel like a safe journey back home, where you can return to yourself.
I am passionate about supporting you to empower yourself to live a more fulfilling life, uncover your best mental health and build confidence in self-exploration.
In my approach, I provide an authentic, supportive space where you can truly be you. I offer understanding, compassion, and a reassuring reminder that the challenges you’re facing are part of being human and can be overcome.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth, I'm here to support you every step of the way. The priority is you.
I provide counselling to marginalised populations, including clients of Asian Black African/ African- Caribbean heritage.
I have worked in addictions for over 20 years, typically I have supported clients to reduce alcohol use. I have supported clients with mild to moderate depression and or anxiety, All clients are individual and come with different goals in therapy, this can be to reduce substances and learn how to cope with emotions that come up. I have also worked with clients who have suffered bereavement or any type of loss.
I provide counselling to marginalised populations, including clients of Asian Black African/ African- Caribbean heritage.
I have worked in addictions for over 20 years, typically I have supported clients to reduce alcohol use. I have supported clients with mild to moderate depression and or anxiety, All clients are individual and come with different goals in therapy, this can be to reduce substances and learn how to cope with emotions that come up. I have also worked with clients who have suffered bereavement or any type of loss.
My ideal client is someone navigating complex emotional landscapes, whether as part of a couple, a family unit, or as an individual. They often struggle with communication barriers, unresolved conflicts, or feelings of isolation and anxiety. Their needs revolve around understanding their emotions, improving relationships, and finding healthier coping mechanisms. They seek a safe, supportive space where they can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment. Their goals include developing deeper connections with their loved ones, gaining insight into their own mental health, and fostering resilience to face life challenges.
My ideal client is someone navigating complex emotional landscapes, whether as part of a couple, a family unit, or as an individual. They often struggle with communication barriers, unresolved conflicts, or feelings of isolation and anxiety. Their needs revolve around understanding their emotions, improving relationships, and finding healthier coping mechanisms. They seek a safe, supportive space where they can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment. Their goals include developing deeper connections with their loved ones, gaining insight into their own mental health, and fostering resilience to face life challenges.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected?
You may be wrestling with relationship tension, a difficult relationship with your own body that makes intimacy feel impossible, or persistent worries that nothing will get better.
Perhaps you’ve tried to shoulder it all on your own because turning to friends or family feels too risky.
If body‑image concerns and challenges around emotional and sexual connection are weighing you down, you don’t have to face this alone-you’re not broken. Let’s create a supportive space where you can explore these feelings and move toward greater confidence and a deeper connection.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected?
You may be wrestling with relationship tension, a difficult relationship with your own body that makes intimacy feel impossible, or persistent worries that nothing will get better.
Perhaps you’ve tried to shoulder it all on your own because turning to friends or family feels too risky.
If body‑image concerns and challenges around emotional and sexual connection are weighing you down, you don’t have to face this alone-you’re not broken. Let’s create a supportive space where you can explore these feelings and move toward greater confidence and a deeper connection.
I provide therapy to everyone including clients of Asian and Black African/ African- Caribbean heritage.
We all have times where we may feel stuck or overwhelmed by different situations. Most people can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives, be it when life feels difficult or for personal-development. I offer a safe and confidential space where together we can explore your difficulties and help you get a deeper understanding of yourself.
I provide therapy to everyone including clients of Asian and Black African/ African- Caribbean heritage.
We all have times where we may feel stuck or overwhelmed by different situations. Most people can benefit from therapy at some point in their lives, be it when life feels difficult or for personal-development. I offer a safe and confidential space where together we can explore your difficulties and help you get a deeper understanding of yourself.
I provide a premium doctorate-level service for ambitious individuals and families who value a results-driven approach built on a simple truth: your potential is often limited by external pressures and old patterns, not your actual ability. Like you, I often see things differently. I work uniquely by using proven methods to map out why you feel stuck or exhausted, recalibrating your approach so you can be at your best. I believe high-performing individuals are the essential building blocks of any successful system, so I maintain a very small, exclusive cohort of private clients alongside my work with families and corporations.
I provide a premium doctorate-level service for ambitious individuals and families who value a results-driven approach built on a simple truth: your potential is often limited by external pressures and old patterns, not your actual ability. Like you, I often see things differently. I work uniquely by using proven methods to map out why you feel stuck or exhausted, recalibrating your approach so you can be at your best. I believe high-performing individuals are the essential building blocks of any successful system, so I maintain a very small, exclusive cohort of private clients alongside my work with families and corporations.
I work with thoughtful, high-functioning adults who feel under pressure or emotionally constrained, despite appearing to cope well. My work is confidential, reflective, and suited to people who want more than surface-level solutions. I also help couples to improve intimacy, create emotional safety and minimise the impact of high-functioning stress, using 'The Gottman Method'. I am accredited by the BACP and The Royal National Institute of Blind People, to work with visually impaired individuals.
I work with thoughtful, high-functioning adults who feel under pressure or emotionally constrained, despite appearing to cope well. My work is confidential, reflective, and suited to people who want more than surface-level solutions. I also help couples to improve intimacy, create emotional safety and minimise the impact of high-functioning stress, using 'The Gottman Method'. I am accredited by the BACP and The Royal National Institute of Blind People, to work with visually impaired individuals.
As a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Coach, my passion lies in helping individuals reach their full potential and guiding them through challenging times. I assist those who feel trapped in their current situation, yearning for more meaning in life, seeking to understand their purpose, and struggling to find satisfaction. Together, we will address any past or present obstacles that may be contributing to your feelings. By working through these issues, individuals can align with their true selves, leading to a greater sense of self-worth.
As a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Coach, my passion lies in helping individuals reach their full potential and guiding them through challenging times. I assist those who feel trapped in their current situation, yearning for more meaning in life, seeking to understand their purpose, and struggling to find satisfaction. Together, we will address any past or present obstacles that may be contributing to your feelings. By working through these issues, individuals can align with their true selves, leading to a greater sense of self-worth.
My specialisms include Adultification Bias, Racial Identity, Racial Trauma, and Workplace Trauma, and I also offer therapy to clients from racialised communities (including clients of Black African heritage, African Caribbean heritage and other People of the Global Majority).
After several years of working in the legal sector, I decided to retrain as a Psychotherapist out of my passion to amplify and provide a safe space for the voices of others. I have several years of clinical experience in various reputable institutions, alongside experience as a Clinical Manager in a counselling organisation. As I work integratively with an intersectional and intercultural lens, I have understanding and lived experience of how systems and interpersonal oppression can affect wellbeing in many ways. I also am a qualified Clinical Supervisor for individuals and groups, incorporating this same lens for supervisees.
My specialisms include Adultification Bias, Racial Identity, Racial Trauma, and Workplace Trauma, and I also offer therapy to clients from racialised communities (including clients of Black African heritage, African Caribbean heritage and other People of the Global Majority).
After several years of working in the legal sector, I decided to retrain as a Psychotherapist out of my passion to amplify and provide a safe space for the voices of others. I have several years of clinical experience in various reputable institutions, alongside experience as a Clinical Manager in a counselling organisation. As I work integratively with an intersectional and intercultural lens, I have understanding and lived experience of how systems and interpersonal oppression can affect wellbeing in many ways. I also am a qualified Clinical Supervisor for individuals and groups, incorporating this same lens for supervisees.
Many people come to therapy carrying experiences they’ve had to hold on their own for far too long. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for something to shift. Whatever has brought you here, you deserve a space where you feel heard, respected and understood — a space where your identity, culture and lived experiences are welcomed and affirmed. I am dual‑qualified as a Counsellor and Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP), specialising in helping women rebuild, reconnect and rise with clarity and confidence.
Many people come to therapy carrying experiences they’ve had to hold on their own for far too long. You might be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for something to shift. Whatever has brought you here, you deserve a space where you feel heard, respected and understood — a space where your identity, culture and lived experiences are welcomed and affirmed. I am dual‑qualified as a Counsellor and Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP), specialising in helping women rebuild, reconnect and rise with clarity and confidence.
I am an experienced and grounded psychoanalytic and forensic psychotherapist, group analyst and clinical supervisor with over 20 years experience. I work on zoom and face to face. Beginning psychotherapy is an important undertaking and during the initial consultation I can assist you in deciding if this is for you. In my work I recognise the strengths that have enabled people to reach a point in their lives where they can use psychotherapy indiviudally or in a group. Such strengths are identified during our work together aas a part of the psychotherapeutic process . I aim to respond promptly to new enquiries with 24 hours,
I am an experienced and grounded psychoanalytic and forensic psychotherapist, group analyst and clinical supervisor with over 20 years experience. I work on zoom and face to face. Beginning psychotherapy is an important undertaking and during the initial consultation I can assist you in deciding if this is for you. In my work I recognise the strengths that have enabled people to reach a point in their lives where they can use psychotherapy indiviudally or in a group. Such strengths are identified during our work together aas a part of the psychotherapeutic process . I aim to respond promptly to new enquiries with 24 hours,
Seeking therapy is a sign of courage in the depths of conflict. Currently, you may be troubled or overwhelmed, not knowing what is happening either within you, your partner or communicatively between your couple. To be understood and appreciated while conveying the same qualities to another person is an essential component of any satisfying relationship, but it is one that takes an emotional commitment from those involved in finding a resolution. The question I often ask my clients is, "Can you bear the difference of the other, or even tolerate the possibility that they may have a different perspective to the one in your mind?"
Seeking therapy is a sign of courage in the depths of conflict. Currently, you may be troubled or overwhelmed, not knowing what is happening either within you, your partner or communicatively between your couple. To be understood and appreciated while conveying the same qualities to another person is an essential component of any satisfying relationship, but it is one that takes an emotional commitment from those involved in finding a resolution. The question I often ask my clients is, "Can you bear the difference of the other, or even tolerate the possibility that they may have a different perspective to the one in your mind?"
Clients are unique and helping them to gain a sense of who they are, what is taking place, and identifying whom they want to be is vital. Helping clients to recognise and hear their own authentic voices in a non-judgemental space is central to moving through life's challenges, towards future goals. We will focus on the changes and challenges that impact them. Issues of infidelity, substance use, illness, loss and all its elements, disconnection, re-connection, domestic violence, trauma, anxieties, depression, PTSD are common. It is the client who decides the end goal and we work together to attain that goal to best effect.
Clients are unique and helping them to gain a sense of who they are, what is taking place, and identifying whom they want to be is vital. Helping clients to recognise and hear their own authentic voices in a non-judgemental space is central to moving through life's challenges, towards future goals. We will focus on the changes and challenges that impact them. Issues of infidelity, substance use, illness, loss and all its elements, disconnection, re-connection, domestic violence, trauma, anxieties, depression, PTSD are common. It is the client who decides the end goal and we work together to attain that goal to best effect.
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- Twickenham
- Walton-on-Thames
FAQ - Black Counselling
As a Black British, why might I wish to see a therapist who is Black British?
Black British clients may seek out Black British therapists for several reasons, foremost being a sense of cultural understanding and the possibility of shared experiences. Cultural sensitivity and context on the part of the therapist may make it easier to form a therapeutic alliance and to focus on the work of therapy without the need to explain or educate a therapist on cultural matters. It may also be empowering to work with a therapist who shares one’s racial or ethnic background. It is important to note that a therapist who demonstrates cultural sensitivity can be highly effective even if they do not share a client’s background or race.
Can clients benefit from working with a therapist who shares their race or ethnicity?
Yes, having a therapist who shares a client’s race or ethnicity is often valuable, especially if it fosters a strong therapeutic alliance between the two. While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic effectiveness. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who has an understanding of a client’s background and perhaps also shared life experiences. It should be noted that many clients form a strong bond with their therapist regardless of their race or ethnicity. This is a personal decision, and it depends on the therapist, the client, and the connection between the two.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with Black British clients?
Clients can ask therapists directly about their experience working with clients of diverse backgrounds, including with Black British individuals. You may wish to inquire whether a therapist has undertaken training in cultural competence broadly, and how specifically they would ensure that their approach is sensitive to the needs of Black British clients. Therapy involves honesty and trust, so it’s best for clients to share concerns about their therapist’s cultural competence at the outset. And a good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals based on the concerns you articulate.
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
It’s important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive because everyone comes to therapy with a unique background and set of experiences. Being aware of culture and cultural differences between people is important for understanding clients, as is coming to therapy with an open mind, recognising that the therapist doesn’t necessarily understand everything and that the client can help guide the way.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Black therapists?
The directory of Black therapists includes therapists who have self-identified their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profile, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. In situations where the number of therapists who have identified as Black is limited, the directory will also show therapists who have undergone specific multicultural training or have extensive experience working with clients from relevant cultural backgrounds.