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Matteo Merla

Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.

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Available both in-person and online
London E3
I am a regustered (UK and EU) EMDR Psychotherapist work with adults, young people, and children experiencing trauma, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, low mood, relationship difficulties, or a general sense of feeling stuck. Many of my clients appear to cope well on the outside while internally struggling with overthinking, self-esteem, emotional disconnection, or patterns that no longer feel helpful.
My approach is integrative, relational, and trauma-informed, combining psychotherapy and EMDR to support lasting emotional change. EMDR can help process difficult experiences and gently shift deeply rooted emotional or relational patterns linked to trauma, stress, anxiety, and low mood.
I offer both face-to-face and online sessions in a calm, confidential, and supportive environment where we can explore these experiences together at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel difficult, but you do not have to face things alone.
Call or Matteo Merla now for a free 15 minute consultation - 020 3866 2588

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Safe couch therapy and consultations

London E3

020 3866 2588
I offer therapy for adults, young people, and children in-person in East London (Bow) and online. Please contact me for current availability
£85 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect 020 3866 2588
Photo of Matteo Merla, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Safe couch therapy and consultations

London E3

020 3866 2588
I offer therapy for adults, young people, and children in-person in East London (Bow) and online. Please contact me for current availability
£85 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions £85
  • Couple Sessions £110

Payment Methods

Bank transfer, Cash
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Weekly Invoice. Please contact me for insurance policy.
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Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3866 2588
"
Weekly Invoice. Please contact me for insurance policy.
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Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3866 2588

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Membership with Health & Care Professions Council Matteo Merla

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Art psychotherapy , Degree, Graduated 2015

    • Additional Credentials

  • Diploma from EMDR Mirabilish Health EMDR / 2022
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With over 10 years of experience in NHS adult and children's services, I've received advanced training in EMDR, Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Children Accelerated TraumaTechnique (CATT), and Mentalisation-Based Art Therapy. I offer a compassionate, evidence-based approach to support your healing
Photo of Matteo Merla, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3866 2588
"
With over 10 years of experience in NHS adult and children's services, I've received advanced training in EMDR, Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Children Accelerated TraumaTechnique (CATT), and Mentalisation-Based Art Therapy. I offer a compassionate, evidence-based approach to support your healing
Photo of Matteo Merla, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3866 2588

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioural Issues
  • Bereavement
  • Bisexual
  • Child
  • Chronic Illness
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Teen Violence
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I can help you with: trauma, anxiety, low mood, stress,challenging behaviour, feeling stuck. A typical treatment plan is collaborative and may include EMDR to explore root causes and shift unhelpful patterns. You can expect greater emotional clarity, relief from symptoms, and a renewed sense of ease and confidence.
Photo of Matteo Merla, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3866 2588
"
I can help you with: trauma, anxiety, low mood, stress,challenging behaviour, feeling stuck. A typical treatment plan is collaborative and may include EMDR to explore root causes and shift unhelpful patterns. You can expect greater emotional clarity, relief from symptoms, and a renewed sense of ease and confidence.
Photo of Matteo Merla, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3866 2588

Endorsement

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Ruggiero La Macchia
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Very gentle colleague, open to connect, share information and help fellow therapists (especially newly qualified)

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Italian

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Italian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Creative Therapy
  • EMDR
  • Expressive Arts
  • Integrative
  • Narrative
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
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In EMDR therapy, we'll work together to identify memories or experiences that may be affecting your current emotional well-being. The process involves guiding you through a series of bilateral stimulations (such as eye movements or tapping) while you focus on specific memories or feelings. This helps your brain reprocess and integrate these experiences, leading to reduced emotional distress.
Photo of Matteo Merla, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3866 2588
"
In EMDR therapy, we'll work together to identify memories or experiences that may be affecting your current emotional well-being. The process involves guiding you through a series of bilateral stimulations (such as eye movements or tapping) while you focus on specific memories or feelings. This helps your brain reprocess and integrate these experiences, leading to reduced emotional distress.
Photo of Matteo Merla, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - 020 3866 2588

Location

Primary Location

Safe couch therapy and consultations

London E3

020 3866 2588

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I offer therapy for adults, young people, and children in-person in East London (Bow) and online. Please contact me for current availability
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Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call for a free consultation now - 020 3866 2588
"
I offer therapy for adults, young people, and children in-person in East London (Bow) and online. Please contact me for current availability
Photo of Matteo Merla, Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Matteo Merla
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Call for a free consultation now - 020 3866 2588