Black Therapists in Twickenham
I offer a confidential sanctuary where you can explore the depths of your concerns without fear of judgment. The human experience is complex, filled with moments of joy, but also challenges that can leave us feeling lost and overwhelmed. With a wealth of experience in disability, bereavement, life transitions, mental health conditions and neurodiversity, I am adept at navigating the unique challenges faced by individuals in these communities. Having walked the path of someone who has been on the margins of society, I actively embrace minorities of all types.
I offer a confidential sanctuary where you can explore the depths of your concerns without fear of judgment. The human experience is complex, filled with moments of joy, but also challenges that can leave us feeling lost and overwhelmed. With a wealth of experience in disability, bereavement, life transitions, mental health conditions and neurodiversity, I am adept at navigating the unique challenges faced by individuals in these communities. Having walked the path of someone who has been on the margins of society, I actively embrace minorities of all types.
You may be someone who thinks deeply about yourself and the world, yet still feel stuck. Perhaps you understand your patterns intellectually, but certain reactions, relationships, or ways of coping keep resurfacing. From the outside things may look fine, yet internally something feels conflicted, tense, or quietly out of place. Many of my clients want not just relief, but a deeper understanding of themselves and more freedom in how they live.
You may be someone who thinks deeply about yourself and the world, yet still feel stuck. Perhaps you understand your patterns intellectually, but certain reactions, relationships, or ways of coping keep resurfacing. From the outside things may look fine, yet internally something feels conflicted, tense, or quietly out of place. Many of my clients want not just relief, but a deeper understanding of themselves and more freedom in how they live.
On the surface, you project complete control and perfection. But below the surface, you are paddling fiercely to stay afloat. Are you a high- achiever tired of this race to relentlessly prove that you are worthy of success, validation, love, respect, accolades, etc? Have imposter syndrome, “what’s next” syndrome, inner loneliness, powerlessness, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, guilt, insecurity, relationship difficulties, or unresolved grief and loss become unbearable? Are you ready to take back control of your decision-making, life choices and relationships?
On the surface, you project complete control and perfection. But below the surface, you are paddling fiercely to stay afloat. Are you a high- achiever tired of this race to relentlessly prove that you are worthy of success, validation, love, respect, accolades, etc? Have imposter syndrome, “what’s next” syndrome, inner loneliness, powerlessness, anxiety, depression, self-doubt, guilt, insecurity, relationship difficulties, or unresolved grief and loss become unbearable? Are you ready to take back control of your decision-making, life choices and relationships?
I'm Toyin, an experienced young persons counsellor who connects well with my clients. This good connection is what makes therapy work. So if the start of adult life is a struggle, or you're overwhelmed with anger, confusion, low mood or anxiety together we can work through these difficult thoughts and feelings in a way that will help empower you. If you
are feeling stuck due to a recent bereavement, loss or trauma I can help make sense of such experiences. If you are beginning your career, in higher education, on an apprenticeship scheme, or an adolescent in college who is struggling, I warmly welcome you into my therapy room.
I'm Toyin, an experienced young persons counsellor who connects well with my clients. This good connection is what makes therapy work. So if the start of adult life is a struggle, or you're overwhelmed with anger, confusion, low mood or anxiety together we can work through these difficult thoughts and feelings in a way that will help empower you. If you
are feeling stuck due to a recent bereavement, loss or trauma I can help make sense of such experiences. If you are beginning your career, in higher education, on an apprenticeship scheme, or an adolescent in college who is struggling, I warmly welcome you into my therapy room.
I am specifically trained to work with children, adolescents, families and adults. I use an integrative approach that includes traditional talking therapy in combination with creative imagination through visualisations, breath work, dreams, art and play.
Underpinning my practice is the belief that we are made up of mind, body and soul. Our essential qualities can be covered over by the stress of life and our environment. Our work is to reveal the soul nature underneath and find ways to heal and nourish the true self.
I am specifically trained to work with children, adolescents, families and adults. I use an integrative approach that includes traditional talking therapy in combination with creative imagination through visualisations, breath work, dreams, art and play.
Underpinning my practice is the belief that we are made up of mind, body and soul. Our essential qualities can be covered over by the stress of life and our environment. Our work is to reveal the soul nature underneath and find ways to heal and nourish the true self.
With over a decade of experience as a UKCP-registered Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, many families come to me because their child or young adult is anxious, overwhelmed, autistic, traumatised, or struggling with big emotions. You may feel exhausted or unsure how to help them feel calmer and more connected. You want someone who understands your child’s world, supports you as a parent, and can also help older teens/young adults who feel stuck or lost. Many families I meet feel isolated or unseen, and they’re looking for my support to help the whole family feel more connected and move forward.
With over a decade of experience as a UKCP-registered Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist, many families come to me because their child or young adult is anxious, overwhelmed, autistic, traumatised, or struggling with big emotions. You may feel exhausted or unsure how to help them feel calmer and more connected. You want someone who understands your child’s world, supports you as a parent, and can also help older teens/young adults who feel stuck or lost. Many families I meet feel isolated or unseen, and they’re looking for my support to help the whole family feel more connected and move forward.
To change an unhelpful pattern of thinking, feeling and behaving, it is often not enough to learn techniques for modifying our behaviour. To achieve lasting change, we need to understand why we internalised certain patterns that may repeatedly lead us into difficult situations - both with our environment, with people we love and, not least, with ourselves. Gaining this understanding requires us to examine our early relationships with significant others and the way we were brought up and learned to react and regulate ourselves.
To change an unhelpful pattern of thinking, feeling and behaving, it is often not enough to learn techniques for modifying our behaviour. To achieve lasting change, we need to understand why we internalised certain patterns that may repeatedly lead us into difficult situations - both with our environment, with people we love and, not least, with ourselves. Gaining this understanding requires us to examine our early relationships with significant others and the way we were brought up and learned to react and regulate ourselves.
I am a DBT-informed therapist working with adults who experience intense emotions, complex mental health difficulties, or who have felt misunderstood in previous therapy or mental health services.
I offer online therapy across the UK and work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, psychosis-related experiences (such as hearing voices or paranoia), addiction, grief, and long-standing relationship or family challenges.
I have particular experience supporting people with traits associated with anxiety, borderline personality (BPD/EUPD), emotional dysregulation, OCD and intrusive thoughts
I am a DBT-informed therapist working with adults who experience intense emotions, complex mental health difficulties, or who have felt misunderstood in previous therapy or mental health services.
I offer online therapy across the UK and work with a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, psychosis-related experiences (such as hearing voices or paranoia), addiction, grief, and long-standing relationship or family challenges.
I have particular experience supporting people with traits associated with anxiety, borderline personality (BPD/EUPD), emotional dysregulation, OCD and intrusive thoughts
My first awakening of the sufferings of humanity was aroused when I started an employment agency for people from my black community grassroots, ever since I have committed to helping causes.
Our consciousness is like a small candle in vast darkness; we must not let it go out. Sometimes when we are faced with life challenges, our mind falters like a candle in the wind; we are confused, sad, angry, or agitated, and at times like this we need listening ears to listen to us and help us decipher our experiences to make sense of what is causing these emotional reactions and pain. Sometimes, confusion and contamination of our minds can be brought about by broken relationships, job loss, bereavement, mental illness, toxic relations, racism, oppression, wrong religious beliefs, divorce and cultural influences to mention a few.
My first awakening of the sufferings of humanity was aroused when I started an employment agency for people from my black community grassroots, ever since I have committed to helping causes.
Our consciousness is like a small candle in vast darkness; we must not let it go out. Sometimes when we are faced with life challenges, our mind falters like a candle in the wind; we are confused, sad, angry, or agitated, and at times like this we need listening ears to listen to us and help us decipher our experiences to make sense of what is causing these emotional reactions and pain. Sometimes, confusion and contamination of our minds can be brought about by broken relationships, job loss, bereavement, mental illness, toxic relations, racism, oppression, wrong religious beliefs, divorce and cultural influences to mention a few.
I wonder if you have been feeling sad, stressed or anxious? Have these feelings been with you for a long time? Are you wondering when they will reappear? It’s like dreading what is around the corner and finding it hard to enjoy or feel good in the present. Other people look like they’re having fun but your world is a shade of grey. Things that you loved doing no longer give you happiness and it's hard to concentrate. At times it takes lots of energy to go out or spend time with people who care about you. Your confidence and ability to cope disappear as you become stuck and the people around you become as worn down as you feel.
I wonder if you have been feeling sad, stressed or anxious? Have these feelings been with you for a long time? Are you wondering when they will reappear? It’s like dreading what is around the corner and finding it hard to enjoy or feel good in the present. Other people look like they’re having fun but your world is a shade of grey. Things that you loved doing no longer give you happiness and it's hard to concentrate. At times it takes lots of energy to go out or spend time with people who care about you. Your confidence and ability to cope disappear as you become stuck and the people around you become as worn down as you feel.
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You may be here because life has presented you with challenges that feel overwhelming, and you're seeking a safe space to explore and understand your thoughts and emotions. You may be facing difficulties in relationships, be it with family, friends, or romantic partners, and looking for guidance on how to navigate these complexities. Perhaps you’re here because you feel like you’re carrying the world on your shoulders, grappling with issues such as anxiety, depression, or stress, and searching for coping strategies and support. Perhaps you’re feeling as though you’re spinning many different plates and finding it difficult to let go
You may be here because life has presented you with challenges that feel overwhelming, and you're seeking a safe space to explore and understand your thoughts and emotions. You may be facing difficulties in relationships, be it with family, friends, or romantic partners, and looking for guidance on how to navigate these complexities. Perhaps you’re here because you feel like you’re carrying the world on your shoulders, grappling with issues such as anxiety, depression, or stress, and searching for coping strategies and support. Perhaps you’re feeling as though you’re spinning many different plates and finding it difficult to let go
I work with an emphasis on creating a safe and confidential environment to encourage emotional growth and to allow you to resolve problems and make changes in order to lead a more fulfilled life. Therapy can help you to understand and resolve your difficulties by providing the time and space to reflect and to consider how the events of the past have contributed to your current situation. Psychodynamic psychotherapy is based on the idea that our unconscious fears, desires and needs impact on our conscious life. I will work with you to allow feelings which are hidden, for whatever reason, to come to the fore and be understood.
I work with an emphasis on creating a safe and confidential environment to encourage emotional growth and to allow you to resolve problems and make changes in order to lead a more fulfilled life. Therapy can help you to understand and resolve your difficulties by providing the time and space to reflect and to consider how the events of the past have contributed to your current situation. Psychodynamic psychotherapy is based on the idea that our unconscious fears, desires and needs impact on our conscious life. I will work with you to allow feelings which are hidden, for whatever reason, to come to the fore and be understood.
Sometimes in life, problems can become overwhelming and dominate your life. It can be something from the past or current events that you can’t get beyond. Maybe you need help to make sense of what has happened and its effect on you, your thoughts, feelings, relationship and life. If it matters to you then it's worth the time, space and effort you need to work on it. I offer you a honest open environment where you feel understood without fear of judgement, where you will gain insight, discover ways to resolve or manage your challenges with someone neutral there to work with you. Contact me for a free 15-minute conversation.
Sometimes in life, problems can become overwhelming and dominate your life. It can be something from the past or current events that you can’t get beyond. Maybe you need help to make sense of what has happened and its effect on you, your thoughts, feelings, relationship and life. If it matters to you then it's worth the time, space and effort you need to work on it. I offer you a honest open environment where you feel understood without fear of judgement, where you will gain insight, discover ways to resolve or manage your challenges with someone neutral there to work with you. Contact me for a free 15-minute conversation.
My name is Llewellyn. I am a qualified and BACP registered counsellor who currently offers online and face to face counselling, to support you through the immediate concerns that have impacted your life.
My name is Llewellyn. I am a qualified and BACP registered counsellor who currently offers online and face to face counselling, to support you through the immediate concerns that have impacted your life.
Being a person of Colour, I feel that I am able to appropriately support clients of Black African/ African- Caribbean heritage —working within the context of racial trauma
Hi, i'm Allison. Nice to meet you ! Well done in taking the first step in searching for support. As a Counsellor, I will support you in working through your Menopause journey! If your tired of feeling anxious and lacking self confidence give me a calll !
It's sometimes hard to think clearly, with the busyness of life but during our sessions, you will have time to think about how you feel and how you would like to move forward with your life.
Being a person of Colour, I feel that I am able to appropriately support clients of Black African/ African- Caribbean heritage —working within the context of racial trauma
Hi, i'm Allison. Nice to meet you ! Well done in taking the first step in searching for support. As a Counsellor, I will support you in working through your Menopause journey! If your tired of feeling anxious and lacking self confidence give me a calll !
It's sometimes hard to think clearly, with the busyness of life but during our sessions, you will have time to think about how you feel and how you would like to move forward with your life.
I aim to create a secure and empathetic space for individuals and couples to explore and overcome their emotional challenges. I have a special interest in working with individuals and couples who have experienced complex trauma, anxiety, depression, workplace issues, and relationship dynamics, to facilitate a process of healing that helps achieve resilience and change. I work to foster an environment where clients feel empowered to engage in deep self-exploration and implement practical strategies that promote personal growth, enhance relationships, and lead to lasting psychological well-being.
I aim to create a secure and empathetic space for individuals and couples to explore and overcome their emotional challenges. I have a special interest in working with individuals and couples who have experienced complex trauma, anxiety, depression, workplace issues, and relationship dynamics, to facilitate a process of healing that helps achieve resilience and change. I work to foster an environment where clients feel empowered to engage in deep self-exploration and implement practical strategies that promote personal growth, enhance relationships, and lead to lasting psychological well-being.
Finding the right psychologist can feel daunting — especially when you're already carrying a lot. I want you to know that whatever has brought you here, you don't have to figure it out alone.
I'm Dr. Annette Eneberi, a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Director of TAE Psychology, based in South East London. I work with children, young people, adults, couples and families, and I've spent over 14 years helping people navigate some of life's most challenging experiences — from trauma and anxiety to family conflict, loss, and major life transitions.
I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all model of therapy.
Finding the right psychologist can feel daunting — especially when you're already carrying a lot. I want you to know that whatever has brought you here, you don't have to figure it out alone.
I'm Dr. Annette Eneberi, a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Director of TAE Psychology, based in South East London. I work with children, young people, adults, couples and families, and I've spent over 14 years helping people navigate some of life's most challenging experiences — from trauma and anxiety to family conflict, loss, and major life transitions.
I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all model of therapy.
You have already made a brave and important step on the journey to well-being and self-discovery, by enquiring about having therapy. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am passionate about helping people to realise the values, knowledge, and skills that they already hold, and how the awareness of this can enable them to live full, vibrant and satisfying lives. I believe that it is important to learn skills to help people cope with the present and the future, as well as making sense of past experiences to understand patterns that are happening in your life currently.
You have already made a brave and important step on the journey to well-being and self-discovery, by enquiring about having therapy. As a Clinical Psychologist, I am passionate about helping people to realise the values, knowledge, and skills that they already hold, and how the awareness of this can enable them to live full, vibrant and satisfying lives. I believe that it is important to learn skills to help people cope with the present and the future, as well as making sense of past experiences to understand patterns that are happening in your life currently.
I am a qualified Personal Trainer, Exercise Referral Specialist and Strength and Conditioning Coach and offer my knowledge and experience along with my new qualification in counselling. I adhere to the strictest legal guidelines. I am always compassionate and empathic with all my clients. I truly believe that nothing is impossible when supported and given time. Patience and calm helps to remove oneself and change. I am sensitive and well-versed in dealing with stressful situations. My unique counselling and training approach offers walking sessions of counselling along with surgery style therapy. I look forward to hearing from you.
I am a qualified Personal Trainer, Exercise Referral Specialist and Strength and Conditioning Coach and offer my knowledge and experience along with my new qualification in counselling. I adhere to the strictest legal guidelines. I am always compassionate and empathic with all my clients. I truly believe that nothing is impossible when supported and given time. Patience and calm helps to remove oneself and change. I am sensitive and well-versed in dealing with stressful situations. My unique counselling and training approach offers walking sessions of counselling along with surgery style therapy. I look forward to hearing from you.
My research areas of neurodiversity and racial identity are supported by my psychotherapy training at the highly regarded Minster Centre, alongside my African Psychology studies.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by self-doubt or low self-esteem? Do you find it hard to express your true thoughts and feelings? Are you facing challenges in building and maintaining healthy relationships? If you often feel disconnected from others and struggle to form meaningful connections, you're not alone. These struggles may stem from past experiences, emotional patterns, or interpersonal skills. However, therapy is very much an individual process and working towards empowering self-awareness, self-acceptance, and confidence is key.
My research areas of neurodiversity and racial identity are supported by my psychotherapy training at the highly regarded Minster Centre, alongside my African Psychology studies.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by self-doubt or low self-esteem? Do you find it hard to express your true thoughts and feelings? Are you facing challenges in building and maintaining healthy relationships? If you often feel disconnected from others and struggle to form meaningful connections, you're not alone. These struggles may stem from past experiences, emotional patterns, or interpersonal skills. However, therapy is very much an individual process and working towards empowering self-awareness, self-acceptance, and confidence is key.
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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.