Black Therapists in Walton-on-Thames
Are you an individual or professional holding it together, yet something underneath isn't right? Maybe it's anxiety that won't switch off, overthinking that keeps you awake, difficult relationships or complex emotions wearing you down.
I specialise in working with people struggling with anxiety, overthinking, emotional pressures and relationship challenges. I also bring a culturally aware approach, where it helps to support you.
My approach is integrative, which means I use different skills and approaches tailored to support your unique needs and circumstances.
Are you an individual or professional holding it together, yet something underneath isn't right? Maybe it's anxiety that won't switch off, overthinking that keeps you awake, difficult relationships or complex emotions wearing you down.
I specialise in working with people struggling with anxiety, overthinking, emotional pressures and relationship challenges. I also bring a culturally aware approach, where it helps to support you.
My approach is integrative, which means I use different skills and approaches tailored to support your unique needs and circumstances.
I am a UKCP (United Kingdom Counselling & Psychotherapy) registered Psychotherapist and EMDR-trained with over 16 years of experience. I support adults with medium to long term psychotherapy. I specialise in emotional regulation, depression and anxiety. I offer culturally sensitive therapy to individuals, couples and groups.
I am a UKCP (United Kingdom Counselling & Psychotherapy) registered Psychotherapist and EMDR-trained with over 16 years of experience. I support adults with medium to long term psychotherapy. I specialise in emotional regulation, depression and anxiety. I offer culturally sensitive therapy to individuals, couples and groups.
My name is Ishpal and I am a Senior Counselling Psychologist and I offer individual and couple therapy. I have specialist experience in sexual health and HIV, as well as other long term health conditions, and sexual difficulties, depression and anxiety. I am an anti-racist psychologist and an active ally of the LGBTQ+ communities. I offer psychological therapy for individuals and couples and I work using an integrative approach, drawing on a number of theories, including: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, narrative, and psychosexual therapies.
My name is Ishpal and I am a Senior Counselling Psychologist and I offer individual and couple therapy. I have specialist experience in sexual health and HIV, as well as other long term health conditions, and sexual difficulties, depression and anxiety. I am an anti-racist psychologist and an active ally of the LGBTQ+ communities. I offer psychological therapy for individuals and couples and I work using an integrative approach, drawing on a number of theories, including: humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, narrative, and psychosexual therapies.
Welcome! Life doesn't always go the way we envisaged it to be. We all encounter life experiences such as relationships, work, loss, health-related and identity issues. All of which can create stress/anxiety, low mood and/or depression. You don't have to experience these feelings alone! I provide a therapeutic safe space, whereby we can explore any issues you are experiencing, in a non-judgemental and confidential way. We can work together, at a pace that suits you and your needs. That will enable you thorough reflection, a scope for change and understanding.
Welcome! Life doesn't always go the way we envisaged it to be. We all encounter life experiences such as relationships, work, loss, health-related and identity issues. All of which can create stress/anxiety, low mood and/or depression. You don't have to experience these feelings alone! I provide a therapeutic safe space, whereby we can explore any issues you are experiencing, in a non-judgemental and confidential way. We can work together, at a pace that suits you and your needs. That will enable you thorough reflection, a scope for change and understanding.
More Therapists Nearby
As an accredited psychotherapist and oncology counsellor, I specialise in the intersection of trauma, identity, and serious illness. Cancer and major life events can reactivate early attachment wounds, intensify fear, and destabilise long-standing coping patterns. Many of the adults I work with are high-achieving yet privately overwhelmed, carrying responsibility while feeling unsteady within. I offer a confidential, psychologically informed space for focused, depth-orientated work, helping you regain emotional steadiness, clarity, and resilient self-trust during uncertain or demanding periods of life.
As an accredited psychotherapist and oncology counsellor, I specialise in the intersection of trauma, identity, and serious illness. Cancer and major life events can reactivate early attachment wounds, intensify fear, and destabilise long-standing coping patterns. Many of the adults I work with are high-achieving yet privately overwhelmed, carrying responsibility while feeling unsteady within. I offer a confidential, psychologically informed space for focused, depth-orientated work, helping you regain emotional steadiness, clarity, and resilient self-trust during uncertain or demanding periods of life.
I offer warm, person-centred counselling for adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, low mood, depression, trauma, grief, and self-esteem challenges. I work with professionals, individuals navigating life transitions, and those feeling emotionally overwhelmed or disconnected. Alongside online therapy, I offer face-to-face counselling in Central London, within 8 minutes walk from Oxford Circus Underground and Goodge Street Station.
I offer warm, person-centred counselling for adults experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, low mood, depression, trauma, grief, and self-esteem challenges. I work with professionals, individuals navigating life transitions, and those feeling emotionally overwhelmed or disconnected. Alongside online therapy, I offer face-to-face counselling in Central London, within 8 minutes walk from Oxford Circus Underground and Goodge Street Station.
I am a registered Psychosexual & Relationship Psychotherapist. I work with a wide range of presentations, including erectile difficulties, ejaculation concerns, low desire/loss of sexual desire, vaginismus (difficulty in penetration), dyspareunia (painful sex), orgasm problems, depression, sex anxiety, attachment issues, relationship and communication issues including cultural, religious diversity. I enjoy working with diversity, culturally sensitive, LBGTQIA+ and outreach with BAME communities. I work with individuals and couples, helping them to work through issues that affect their self-esteem/confidence, and sex lives.
I am a registered Psychosexual & Relationship Psychotherapist. I work with a wide range of presentations, including erectile difficulties, ejaculation concerns, low desire/loss of sexual desire, vaginismus (difficulty in penetration), dyspareunia (painful sex), orgasm problems, depression, sex anxiety, attachment issues, relationship and communication issues including cultural, religious diversity. I enjoy working with diversity, culturally sensitive, LBGTQIA+ and outreach with BAME communities. I work with individuals and couples, helping them to work through issues that affect their self-esteem/confidence, and sex lives.
I am a young black Muslim female who can relate to you and understand your issues deeply.
I have years of experience with working with both individuals and couples I help partners improve their relationship by facilitating communication, resolving conflict, and strengthening emotional bonds. I guide couples through challenging situations, assess their needs, and develop individualised treatment plans. I assess the strengths and weakness of each relationship, and identify patterns of interaction and communication. I also conduct an individual assessment to understand each partner's emotional state and needs within the relationship. For individuals we work through whatever presenting issue they came to therapy for.
I am a young black Muslim female who can relate to you and understand your issues deeply.
I have years of experience with working with both individuals and couples I help partners improve their relationship by facilitating communication, resolving conflict, and strengthening emotional bonds. I guide couples through challenging situations, assess their needs, and develop individualised treatment plans. I assess the strengths and weakness of each relationship, and identify patterns of interaction and communication. I also conduct an individual assessment to understand each partner's emotional state and needs within the relationship. For individuals we work through whatever presenting issue they came to therapy for.
Do you feel that you’re constantly reinventing yourself in order to feel accepted? Do you put others’ needs and wants before your own? Maybe you’re going through a major transition in your life, which is causing you to question who you are or where you fit in. Whether the transition is expected, chosen or imposed, it can be difficult to adjust whilst enduring intense feelings of fear and uncertainty. If this sounds familiar and you would like to start making positive changes then give me a call or email me. I will help you to heal the disconnection and build resilience, so you can develop strength from the challenges you’re facing.
Do you feel that you’re constantly reinventing yourself in order to feel accepted? Do you put others’ needs and wants before your own? Maybe you’re going through a major transition in your life, which is causing you to question who you are or where you fit in. Whether the transition is expected, chosen or imposed, it can be difficult to adjust whilst enduring intense feelings of fear and uncertainty. If this sounds familiar and you would like to start making positive changes then give me a call or email me. I will help you to heal the disconnection and build resilience, so you can develop strength from the challenges you’re facing.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or held back by painful past experiences, you’re not alone. Childhood or adolescent trauma, domestic or sexual abuse and other deeply personal challenges can create barriers that make it difficult to fully embrace and enjoy the present.
I offer a safe, supportive space for adults to gently explore and process these experiences. With weekly in-person and online therapy sessions in Bermondsey, South London, we can work together to support your healing and help you move forward with greater freedom and confidence.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or held back by painful past experiences, you’re not alone. Childhood or adolescent trauma, domestic or sexual abuse and other deeply personal challenges can create barriers that make it difficult to fully embrace and enjoy the present.
I offer a safe, supportive space for adults to gently explore and process these experiences. With weekly in-person and online therapy sessions in Bermondsey, South London, we can work together to support your healing and help you move forward with greater freedom and confidence.
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’m Diane Stewart, a qualified Counsellor with over 20 years of experience working with children and adults in schools, charities, and community settings. I offer a compassionate and professional service, both online and face to face, supporting individuals experiencing trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, relationship difficulties, and addiction.
I’m Diane Stewart, a qualified Counsellor with over 20 years of experience working with children and adults in schools, charities, and community settings. I offer a compassionate and professional service, both online and face to face, supporting individuals experiencing trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, self-harm, relationship difficulties, and addiction.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to make decisions, or noticing a loss of motivation? If so, you’re in the right place. Life’s pressures can weigh heavily on the mind, and it’s easy to forget how vulnerable we can feel when challenges build up. In moments like these, having a compassionate, steady presence can make all the difference.
My name is Shirley Banton, and I am a qualified Psychotherapist offering online, telephone, and face-to-face counselling. I provide a gentle, grounded, and reassuring space for anyone navigating emotional difficulties, big or small.
If you’re ready to gain clarity, feel more supported, or take
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to make decisions, or noticing a loss of motivation? If so, you’re in the right place. Life’s pressures can weigh heavily on the mind, and it’s easy to forget how vulnerable we can feel when challenges build up. In moments like these, having a compassionate, steady presence can make all the difference.
My name is Shirley Banton, and I am a qualified Psychotherapist offering online, telephone, and face-to-face counselling. I provide a gentle, grounded, and reassuring space for anyone navigating emotional difficulties, big or small.
If you’re ready to gain clarity, feel more supported, or take
I provide long, medium and short term Counselling & Psychotherapy in a safe and confidential space. I work as an Integrative practitioner which means that I draw from a variety of psychological theories and techniques, guided by what clients inform me they find helpful, as well as by research findings and theory. I can support you with various issues such as anxiety, low mood, depression, panic, stress, relationship problems and interpersonal difficulties, or any other life changes and goals you wish to achieve. You can approach me if you're unsure about anything personal and just want to talk to a therapist about it..
I provide long, medium and short term Counselling & Psychotherapy in a safe and confidential space. I work as an Integrative practitioner which means that I draw from a variety of psychological theories and techniques, guided by what clients inform me they find helpful, as well as by research findings and theory. I can support you with various issues such as anxiety, low mood, depression, panic, stress, relationship problems and interpersonal difficulties, or any other life changes and goals you wish to achieve. You can approach me if you're unsure about anything personal and just want to talk to a therapist about it..
I am currently not accepting any new couples or in person referrals. Online sessions are available.
I am currently not accepting any new couples or in person referrals. Online sessions are available.
I have extensive experience working with Black clients, male clients and students.
Hi, I'm Matthew and I am a MBACP Accredited Person-centred psychotherapist passionate about supporting people to live happier and healthier lives. I have been in practice for over 10 years and have worked in range of different settings (local authority, schools, universities and privately) with individuals from all walks of life. I aim to support my clients to develop the tools and resilience to better cope with the world around them, be at peace with the events of the past and more confident about approaching the future.
I have extensive experience working with Black clients, male clients and students.
Hi, I'm Matthew and I am a MBACP Accredited Person-centred psychotherapist passionate about supporting people to live happier and healthier lives. I have been in practice for over 10 years and have worked in range of different settings (local authority, schools, universities and privately) with individuals from all walks of life. I aim to support my clients to develop the tools and resilience to better cope with the world around them, be at peace with the events of the past and more confident about approaching the future.
Welcome, I’m Shanice, an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor.
I have extensive experience working with young people (aged 11+) and adults from diverse backgrounds who are seeking to develop a deeper understanding of how they relate to themselves and others.
I offer both in-person and online sessions via Google Meet, providing a safe, supportive, and accessible space for all. My aim is to build a genuine and compassionate therapeutic relationship with each client.
Together, we will gently explore the feelings that arise within sessions and work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, focusing on the issues you bring.
Welcome, I’m Shanice, an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counsellor.
I have extensive experience working with young people (aged 11+) and adults from diverse backgrounds who are seeking to develop a deeper understanding of how they relate to themselves and others.
I offer both in-person and online sessions via Google Meet, providing a safe, supportive, and accessible space for all. My aim is to build a genuine and compassionate therapeutic relationship with each client.
Together, we will gently explore the feelings that arise within sessions and work at a pace that feels comfortable for you, focusing on the issues you bring.
Modern life is filled with various trials and tribulations, psychotherapy is a tool to help you navigate many challenges and uncertainty in order to live your best possible life. One of my goals as your therapist is to help you understand yourself better. I do this by shedding light on things that may be out of your awareness, supporting you in unravelling and making sense of any difficulties and working with you to discover your path to wellness.
Modern life is filled with various trials and tribulations, psychotherapy is a tool to help you navigate many challenges and uncertainty in order to live your best possible life. One of my goals as your therapist is to help you understand yourself better. I do this by shedding light on things that may be out of your awareness, supporting you in unravelling and making sense of any difficulties and working with you to discover your path to wellness.
I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist specialising in emotional development and life transitions from infancy through young adulthood.
My aim is to offer space to pause, think, and be understood, where difference, difficulty, and experience can be held in mind, and a deeper sense of self can begin to emerge.
As a clinitian, my approach is grounded in relational and psychoanalytic thinking, with a focus on child development and the emotional life of each individual.
I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist specialising in emotional development and life transitions from infancy through young adulthood.
My aim is to offer space to pause, think, and be understood, where difference, difficulty, and experience can be held in mind, and a deeper sense of self can begin to emerge.
As a clinitian, my approach is grounded in relational and psychoanalytic thinking, with a focus on child development and the emotional life of each individual.
You may appear capable and successful, yet your inner world feels harder to manage than others realise. Your mind moves quickly, but focus, emotional regulation, or sustained energy can feel difficult. You might wonder why your potential is not fully expressed, despite your intelligence and effort. You may also be questioning whether ADHD, autism, stress, racial trauma, workplace bullying or burnout plays a role. What you want now is understanding. You want to know how your mind works and how to work with it despite your experiences.
You may appear capable and successful, yet your inner world feels harder to manage than others realise. Your mind moves quickly, but focus, emotional regulation, or sustained energy can feel difficult. You might wonder why your potential is not fully expressed, despite your intelligence and effort. You may also be questioning whether ADHD, autism, stress, racial trauma, workplace bullying or burnout plays a role. What you want now is understanding. You want to know how your mind works and how to work with it despite your experiences.
Nearby Black Counsellors Searches for Walton-on-Thames
- Epsom
- Esher
- Hounslow
- Kingston upon Thames
- New Malden
- Richmond
- Surbiton
- Sutton
- Teddington
- Twickenham
- Weybridge
- Woking
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.