Black Therapists in Sutton

Photo of Dr Nancy Nsiah, Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Dr Nancy Nsiah
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a Specialist Clinical Psychologist offering a therapy space to explore, build psychological tools and make sense of difficult experiences. My therapeutic style acknowledges that your mind, body, spirit, and community are connected. I invite you to bring all aspects of your identity that are important to you; whether it's your ethnicity, faith, cultural beliefs - all these areas can shape how we uniquely experience a range of mental health difficulties. I specialise in anxiety, burnout and stress management, adjusting to health diagnosis, lack of confidence, racial trauma, low mood or impostor syndrome.
I am a Specialist Clinical Psychologist offering a therapy space to explore, build psychological tools and make sense of difficult experiences. My therapeutic style acknowledges that your mind, body, spirit, and community are connected. I invite you to bring all aspects of your identity that are important to you; whether it's your ethnicity, faith, cultural beliefs - all these areas can shape how we uniquely experience a range of mental health difficulties. I specialise in anxiety, burnout and stress management, adjusting to health diagnosis, lack of confidence, racial trauma, low mood or impostor syndrome.
020 4538 7942 View 020 4538 7942
Photo of Mariah Wilde, Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Mariah Wilde
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Sutton SM1
Do you feel trapped in loops of worry, checking, or intrusive thoughts that won’t let you rest? I specialise in helping adults with OCD and anxiety find freedom from the constant noise of the mind. My approach integrates CBT, ACT, and psychodynamic therapies to work with both the mind and emotions. Together we’ll make sense of your patterns so you can feel calmer, more grounded, and free to live fully. I offer sessions in person in London and online UK-wide.
Do you feel trapped in loops of worry, checking, or intrusive thoughts that won’t let you rest? I specialise in helping adults with OCD and anxiety find freedom from the constant noise of the mind. My approach integrates CBT, ACT, and psychodynamic therapies to work with both the mind and emotions. Together we’ll make sense of your patterns so you can feel calmer, more grounded, and free to live fully. I offer sessions in person in London and online UK-wide.
View
Photo of Yasser Saffar, Counsellor, MBACP
Yasser Saffar
Counsellor, MBACP
Sutton SM1
Whether it’s coping through difficult times, making sense of the past and present, or cultivating a rich, meaningful, and purposeful future, my experience and training are here to help you find insights, design a way forward, and craft the life you want.
Whether it’s coping through difficult times, making sense of the past and present, or cultivating a rich, meaningful, and purposeful future, my experience and training are here to help you find insights, design a way forward, and craft the life you want.
020 4572 7899 View 020 4572 7899
Photo of Maia Okoloba, Counsellor, MBACP
Maia Okoloba
Counsellor, MBACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a BACP registered Counsellor and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework. As well as my own private practice, I work across different organisations supporting people to gain deeper insight into what is impacting them, find ways of healing and moving forward. As an integrative counsellor, I can incorporate a range of approaches such as psychodynamic, humanistic, transpersonal, solution-focused and existential to meet your needs.
I am a BACP registered Counsellor and adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework. As well as my own private practice, I work across different organisations supporting people to gain deeper insight into what is impacting them, find ways of healing and moving forward. As an integrative counsellor, I can incorporate a range of approaches such as psychodynamic, humanistic, transpersonal, solution-focused and existential to meet your needs.
020 7046 1498 View 020 7046 1498
Photo of Rebecca Tanhara - Tranquil Minds Counselling & Psychotherapy, Counsellor, MBACP
Tranquil Minds Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, low mood, or relationship difficulties? Do past experiences continue to affect your wellbeing, leaving you stuck? Or you have lost a loved one and struggling to cope with the pain/loneliness? I’ve supported dozens of clients to make the changes to their lives that have given them more freedom to be themselves and foster healthier relationships. Previous clients have told me that therapy enabled them to find solutions for  stresses in their relationships. I’d love to help you too. I invite you to reach out today.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stress, low mood, or relationship difficulties? Do past experiences continue to affect your wellbeing, leaving you stuck? Or you have lost a loved one and struggling to cope with the pain/loneliness? I’ve supported dozens of clients to make the changes to their lives that have given them more freedom to be themselves and foster healthier relationships. Previous clients have told me that therapy enabled them to find solutions for  stresses in their relationships. I’d love to help you too. I invite you to reach out today.
020 3962 1812 View 020 3962 1812
Photo of Sheila Lewis, Counsellor, MBACP
Sheila Lewis
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Welcome to Pathway Therapy, you've made it this far. I am dedicated to helping you through life's challenges. I am a qualified and registered BACP Counsellor that provides compassionate Psychodynamic counseling services, specialising in open-ended, long-term therapy for adults. I understand that life can be hectic, which is why we offer flexible session options, including in-person, online, or over-the-phone sessions tailored to your needs.
Welcome to Pathway Therapy, you've made it this far. I am dedicated to helping you through life's challenges. I am a qualified and registered BACP Counsellor that provides compassionate Psychodynamic counseling services, specialising in open-ended, long-term therapy for adults. I understand that life can be hectic, which is why we offer flexible session options, including in-person, online, or over-the-phone sessions tailored to your needs.
01737 949516 View 01737 949516
Photo of Chisom Deborah, Counsellor, MBACP
Chisom Deborah
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you a parent who is worried about their teenager? Are you struggling to communicate with one another whilst finding it hard to understand each other? Does your young person suffer with anxiety or persistent low moods? Maybe they are struggling academically and/or refusing to go to school? Or maybe you are a professional looking for someone to work with a young person in your care? Maybe they are struggling to form relationships or adjust to change. Young people deserve to be heard and listened to, and I hope to provide a space in which they can have exactly that.
Are you a parent who is worried about their teenager? Are you struggling to communicate with one another whilst finding it hard to understand each other? Does your young person suffer with anxiety or persistent low moods? Maybe they are struggling academically and/or refusing to go to school? Or maybe you are a professional looking for someone to work with a young person in your care? Maybe they are struggling to form relationships or adjust to change. Young people deserve to be heard and listened to, and I hope to provide a space in which they can have exactly that.
07492 882981 View 07492 882981
Photo of Maria Gabriels - Simple Counselling, Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Simple Counselling
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Sutton SM2
I support children, young people, adults, and families who may be struggling with anxiety, burnout, low mood, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and challenges with self-worth or confidence. Whether you're balancing work and family pressures, navigating difficult life experiences, or feeling stuck in patterns of self-doubt, stress, or people-pleasing, we can create a safe and supportive space to explore what may be sitting beneath those feelings while building healthier ways to cope and reconnect with yourself.
I support children, young people, adults, and families who may be struggling with anxiety, burnout, low mood, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and challenges with self-worth or confidence. Whether you're balancing work and family pressures, navigating difficult life experiences, or feeling stuck in patterns of self-doubt, stress, or people-pleasing, we can create a safe and supportive space to explore what may be sitting beneath those feelings while building healthier ways to cope and reconnect with yourself.
020 3870 3793 View 020 3870 3793
Photo of Dr Rebecca Amissah, Psychiatrist, MBBS
Dr Rebecca Amissah
Psychiatrist, MBBS
Serves Area
Maybe you feel lost in life, or unable to achieve certain desires. It can be hard to sort through difficult feelings or thoughts. We can often feel a sense of shame in our experiences, but I am here to express that you are not alone.
Maybe you feel lost in life, or unable to achieve certain desires. It can be hard to sort through difficult feelings or thoughts. We can often feel a sense of shame in our experiences, but I am here to express that you are not alone.
View
Photo of Mary Theresa Pelham, Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Mary Theresa Pelham
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Serves Area
UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist and BACP Registered counsellor with 24 years experience. I use an integrative/relational approach, viewing each person as unique, and as such I use a coherent combination of therapeutic ideas and working relationship that will best suit you as an individual. This may involve looking at current difficulties, your past, clarifying and understanding your thoughts and behaviours and helping you to understand and express your emotions. In this way we will work together to find a way through problems that are troubling you to negotiate a more satisfying and less stressful way of living.
UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist and BACP Registered counsellor with 24 years experience. I use an integrative/relational approach, viewing each person as unique, and as such I use a coherent combination of therapeutic ideas and working relationship that will best suit you as an individual. This may involve looking at current difficulties, your past, clarifying and understanding your thoughts and behaviours and helping you to understand and express your emotions. In this way we will work together to find a way through problems that are troubling you to negotiate a more satisfying and less stressful way of living.
020 3389 8773 View 020 3389 8773

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Lynette Owusu-Anokye, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Lynette Owusu-Anokye
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Hey I'm Lynette, a black woman, living in the UK and passionate about Psychotherapy and mental health.
My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and supported. Whether you’re struggling with constant worry, feelings of hopelessness, depression, or difficulty managing day-to-day stress, I am here to help you reclaim a sense of balance and confidence.
Hey I'm Lynette, a black woman, living in the UK and passionate about Psychotherapy and mental health.
My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and supported. Whether you’re struggling with constant worry, feelings of hopelessness, depression, or difficulty managing day-to-day stress, I am here to help you reclaim a sense of balance and confidence.
020 7870 2714 View 020 7870 2714
Photo of Marteka Swaby - Mind Hubs, Psychotherapist, MSc, BPC
Mind Hubs
Psychotherapist, MSc, BPC
London WC1A
In-person or online. With over 15 years clinical experience working for many years with complex trauma & PTSD in one of the UK's largest NHS Foundation Trusts. Specialising in addictions and eating disorders. For the last 8 years, I have been in private practice and mostly working with intersectionality, ADHD, PTSD & racial trauma. I also run a monthly group to explore the intersectionality of ethnicity & gender for diverse corporate women creating a safe, welcoming space where you can explore, grow, and thrive. Book a 30 min consultation
In-person or online. With over 15 years clinical experience working for many years with complex trauma & PTSD in one of the UK's largest NHS Foundation Trusts. Specialising in addictions and eating disorders. For the last 8 years, I have been in private practice and mostly working with intersectionality, ADHD, PTSD & racial trauma. I also run a monthly group to explore the intersectionality of ethnicity & gender for diverse corporate women creating a safe, welcoming space where you can explore, grow, and thrive. Book a 30 min consultation
020 3893 3290 View 020 3893 3290
Photo of Hannah Commodore, Counsellor, MBACP
Hannah Commodore
Counsellor, MBACP
Online Only
Life isn’t easy, and if you’re reading this, you may be ready to talk—and to be truly heard. My ideal client is someone struggling with trauma, anxiety, or emotional pain. They may feel numb, disconnected, or unsure of who they are. What they seek is a safe space to explore their emotions, gain clarity, and begin healing. Talking fosters self-awareness and understanding. Together, we’ll work through the pain so you can reconnect with your true self and move forward with strength and purpose.
Life isn’t easy, and if you’re reading this, you may be ready to talk—and to be truly heard. My ideal client is someone struggling with trauma, anxiety, or emotional pain. They may feel numb, disconnected, or unsure of who they are. What they seek is a safe space to explore their emotions, gain clarity, and begin healing. Talking fosters self-awareness and understanding. Together, we’ll work through the pain so you can reconnect with your true self and move forward with strength and purpose.
020 8059 2176 View 020 8059 2176
Photo of Barbara Ann Akers - Ashford Relationship Therapy, Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Ashford Relationship Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Serves Area
If you are an individual or part of a couple that have issues around your relationship, or sexual relationship then please do get in contact. Perhaps your relationship is currently in crisis and nothing has changed, or perhaps you want to seek some help now before it gets any worse. It isn't always easy to sort these matters out by yourself and Couples Therapy can help you get your relationship back on track. I also specialise in sexual issues and compulsive sexual behaviour, which can also negatively affect your relationship, and I can help you to identify what these issues are and work towards helping you change this.
If you are an individual or part of a couple that have issues around your relationship, or sexual relationship then please do get in contact. Perhaps your relationship is currently in crisis and nothing has changed, or perhaps you want to seek some help now before it gets any worse. It isn't always easy to sort these matters out by yourself and Couples Therapy can help you get your relationship back on track. I also specialise in sexual issues and compulsive sexual behaviour, which can also negatively affect your relationship, and I can help you to identify what these issues are and work towards helping you change this.
01233 800837 View 01233 800837
Photo of Dr Stuart Stevenson, Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Dr Stuart Stevenson
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
1 Endorsed
London N19
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,
020 4538 0752 View 020 4538 0752
Photo of Luq Adejumo, Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Luq Adejumo
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
London W1K
You as a person are at the centre of my approach to therapy. When life is a struggle, it can be surprisingly helpful to speak to someone who really listens, carefully, warmly, and without judgement. It can be a starting point to finding a way forward, especially if it is currently difficult to speak to those around you or you’re going around in circles with a challenging issue. My approach is to work with you to help you achieve your goals and to develop a more understanding and accepting relationship to yourself. I believe that everyone is their own life expert. By working together, we can help fine tune your expertise.
You as a person are at the centre of my approach to therapy. When life is a struggle, it can be surprisingly helpful to speak to someone who really listens, carefully, warmly, and without judgement. It can be a starting point to finding a way forward, especially if it is currently difficult to speak to those around you or you’re going around in circles with a challenging issue. My approach is to work with you to help you achieve your goals and to develop a more understanding and accepting relationship to yourself. I believe that everyone is their own life expert. By working together, we can help fine tune your expertise.
020 3984 8631 View 020 3984 8631
Photo of Margaret Prince, Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Margaret Prince
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
1 Endorsed
London SW2
Hello there! I'm Margaret, I want to introduce myself to you. As an accredited counsellor with over twenty years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of helping many people on their unique counselling journeys. I know that everyone faces life's challenges differently, which is why I take an integrative approach. This means I blend various therapeutic techniques to find what works best for you. I want to ensure that we explore the issues that matter to you, at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I've worked extensively with people dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and more, call me.
Hello there! I'm Margaret, I want to introduce myself to you. As an accredited counsellor with over twenty years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of helping many people on their unique counselling journeys. I know that everyone faces life's challenges differently, which is why I take an integrative approach. This means I blend various therapeutic techniques to find what works best for you. I want to ensure that we explore the issues that matter to you, at a pace that feels comfortable for you. I've worked extensively with people dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and more, call me.
020 3984 7942 View 020 3984 7942
Photo of Shirley Kosonikeh Anthony, Counsellor, MBACP
Shirley Kosonikeh Anthony
Counsellor, MBACP
Croydon CR0
Are you looking for compassion and a listening ear in a confusing time? Maybe you are looking for answers and everyone around you is busy or have their own problems. You might feel lonely and stuck with nowhere to turn. I offer a confidential space where you can share what you are facing in life. You are free to talk about any challenges and situations you are facing in a non-judgmental and empathetic environment. I will support you as you gain understanding on your circumstances and find your own answers towards personal growth, inner strength, and resilience.
Are you looking for compassion and a listening ear in a confusing time? Maybe you are looking for answers and everyone around you is busy or have their own problems. You might feel lonely and stuck with nowhere to turn. I offer a confidential space where you can share what you are facing in life. You are free to talk about any challenges and situations you are facing in a non-judgmental and empathetic environment. I will support you as you gain understanding on your circumstances and find your own answers towards personal growth, inner strength, and resilience.
01689 668216 View 01689 668216
Photo of Dr Kamisha Guthrie, Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Dr Kamisha Guthrie
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
London SE20
Offering: An open and experienced mind, and a space to think, link, feel, process and heal. A space where you can bring your whole self (and those skeletons! ;-) ), and feel heard. Facilitating: An opportunity to learn, grow, develop, plan, achieve and succeed. Nurturing: Self-esteem, self-worth, self-awareness, self-love and hope.
Offering: An open and experienced mind, and a space to think, link, feel, process and heal. A space where you can bring your whole self (and those skeletons! ;-) ), and feel heard. Facilitating: An opportunity to learn, grow, develop, plan, achieve and succeed. Nurturing: Self-esteem, self-worth, self-awareness, self-love and hope.
020 4538 0988 View 020 4538 0988
Photo of Byron Athene, Psychotherapist, MBACP
Byron Athene
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Online Only
Are you adversely affected by negative or unwanted emotions? A large focus in my work is helping my clients to achieve conscious control of an otherwise subconscious process. After 6 - 8 sessions of working with me, you will have much better control of your emotions, therefore a lot of issues that revolve around unwanted emotions will no longer be an issue. If you're interested in DBT, get in touch and I'll show you another approach that gets much better results with far less effort in a significantly shorter timeframe.
Are you adversely affected by negative or unwanted emotions? A large focus in my work is helping my clients to achieve conscious control of an otherwise subconscious process. After 6 - 8 sessions of working with me, you will have much better control of your emotions, therefore a lot of issues that revolve around unwanted emotions will no longer be an issue. If you're interested in DBT, get in touch and I'll show you another approach that gets much better results with far less effort in a significantly shorter timeframe.
020 3828 7728 View 020 3828 7728
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.