Counselling in London
Charles Ranson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
London SE15
I am an experienced and qualified psychotherapist. I see clients privately online, and in person in my room near London Bridge, London SE1. I also work in a practice in providing counselling and therapy for professional service firms in the City.
I am an experienced and qualified psychotherapist. I see clients privately online, and in person in my room near London Bridge, London SE1. I also work in a practice in providing counselling and therapy for professional service firms in the City.
Rosalind Simpson
Psychotherapist, COSRT Accred
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
London N16
I work with individuals and couples. Although I specialise in relationship issues including sex and sexuality, I have a vast experience in most other issues including anxiety and depression, stress, trauma and PTSD, phobias and panic, low self esteem and social anxiety, loneliness and loss. I am a sex positive therapist and open to whatever your identification or orientation including kink, polyamory and consensual BDSM. I can help you achieve your goals and reach your full potential. Please contact me for a free 15 minute Zoom or telephone conversation to see if you think you would like working with me or one of my associates.
I work with individuals and couples. Although I specialise in relationship issues including sex and sexuality, I have a vast experience in most other issues including anxiety and depression, stress, trauma and PTSD, phobias and panic, low self esteem and social anxiety, loneliness and loss. I am a sex positive therapist and open to whatever your identification or orientation including kink, polyamory and consensual BDSM. I can help you achieve your goals and reach your full potential. Please contact me for a free 15 minute Zoom or telephone conversation to see if you think you would like working with me or one of my associates.
Online Counselling and Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N7 (Online Only)
Welcome. I'm an Integrative therapist drawing from a range of therapeutic ideas and approaches in order to offer an individual service to each of my clients accorrding to their needs. I work in a relational way, meaning that I see therapy as a joint venture, an alliance in which I try to facilitate clients in understanding themselves, their needs and their difficulties - whatever may be getting in the way of achieving their goals and enjoying their lives. I also help clients to navigate the emotionally painful and challenging experiences that life brings to us all, to process past traumas and to explore relationship issues.
Welcome. I'm an Integrative therapist drawing from a range of therapeutic ideas and approaches in order to offer an individual service to each of my clients accorrding to their needs. I work in a relational way, meaning that I see therapy as a joint venture, an alliance in which I try to facilitate clients in understanding themselves, their needs and their difficulties - whatever may be getting in the way of achieving their goals and enjoying their lives. I also help clients to navigate the emotionally painful and challenging experiences that life brings to us all, to process past traumas and to explore relationship issues.
Alice Bearn
Counsellor, MA, BACP
Verified Verified
London E2
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and hard to handle. I provide a space to talk through the things that are making you feel anxious, sad, stressed or perhaps a bit lost. Setting aside time to focus on yourself and talk about the things that are causing you distress can really help to bring new perspectives and ease some of the anxieties that can hold you back from living in a happy and fulfilled way. I aim to work with you through some of these things to help bring clarity and insight, which in turn can help improve how you feel day to day and allow you to take charge of who you are and how you navigate the world.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and hard to handle. I provide a space to talk through the things that are making you feel anxious, sad, stressed or perhaps a bit lost. Setting aside time to focus on yourself and talk about the things that are causing you distress can really help to bring new perspectives and ease some of the anxieties that can hold you back from living in a happy and fulfilled way. I aim to work with you through some of these things to help bring clarity and insight, which in turn can help improve how you feel day to day and allow you to take charge of who you are and how you navigate the world.
Helene Klein
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
London NW1
I am a Counselling Psychologist and trained EMDR therapist, accredited by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC), and registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I split my time working in private practice in northwest London and the NHS providing therapy to employees affected by traumatic experiences and patients living with persistent physical health conditions, e.g. cancer. cardiac disease, and persistent pain.
I am a Counselling Psychologist and trained EMDR therapist, accredited by the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC), and registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I split my time working in private practice in northwest London and the NHS providing therapy to employees affected by traumatic experiences and patients living with persistent physical health conditions, e.g. cancer. cardiac disease, and persistent pain.
Jackson Kerr
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
London N4
Hi there, my name is Jackson. I'm a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC). I respect everyone comes to therapy for different reasons and at different stages of life. I strive to offer a warm, nonjudgemental therapeutic space to safely explore your experiences and difficulties. I recognise that though we are individuals, we exist in complex social systems that shape our experience and sense of selves. I'm passionate about supporting people to gain a better understanding of themselves and building emotional resilience.
Hi there, my name is Jackson. I'm a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC). I respect everyone comes to therapy for different reasons and at different stages of life. I strive to offer a warm, nonjudgemental therapeutic space to safely explore your experiences and difficulties. I recognise that though we are individuals, we exist in complex social systems that shape our experience and sense of selves. I'm passionate about supporting people to gain a better understanding of themselves and building emotional resilience.
Tara Sutin
Psychotherapist, PsychD, BPC
Verified Verified
London SW1E
I offer a confidential space to think together about things that are concerning you. It is likely that we will consider how your past experiences are impacting on your current struggles. This work can support you through a period of crisis or through a more general sense of things feeling low.
I offer a confidential space to think together about things that are concerning you. It is likely that we will consider how your past experiences are impacting on your current struggles. This work can support you through a period of crisis or through a more general sense of things feeling low.
Andy David Geddes
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
London W3
I am a psychotherapist living and working in Acton, West London. In these profoundly challenging times, I have developed expertise formed having lived through painful life-experiences that so many of us struggle with. How do we face the unexpected emotional upheavals that can feel so overwhelming? To cope with the grief and the loss of a loved one, or the depression and anxiety that can follow sudden unemployment? Is it possible to repair a broken relationship and come to terms with the painful fall out from an affair?
I am a psychotherapist living and working in Acton, West London. In these profoundly challenging times, I have developed expertise formed having lived through painful life-experiences that so many of us struggle with. How do we face the unexpected emotional upheavals that can feel so overwhelming? To cope with the grief and the loss of a loved one, or the depression and anxiety that can follow sudden unemployment? Is it possible to repair a broken relationship and come to terms with the painful fall out from an affair?
Chanice Langlais
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London N2 (Online Only)
Hi there, thank you for visiting my page. If you are looking for emotional support in a caring environment where you can feel heard and valued, I am able to offer this to you as part of my therapeutic services. Perhaps you have been experiencing ongoing concerns and require professional support; perhaps something is "missing" from your life or you have feelings of "emptiness"...whatever your concern may be, I am sure we can explore what may be going on for you right now.
Hi there, thank you for visiting my page. If you are looking for emotional support in a caring environment where you can feel heard and valued, I am able to offer this to you as part of my therapeutic services. Perhaps you have been experiencing ongoing concerns and require professional support; perhaps something is "missing" from your life or you have feelings of "emptiness"...whatever your concern may be, I am sure we can explore what may be going on for you right now.
Mary Mitchinson
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
London SE15
It helps to talk, especially if you are feeling worried, sad, fearful, or perhaps just stuck. Talking with an attentive listener, in a confidential environment, offers a unique space for different ways of thinking and being to emerge, through examining your life and relationships, past and present. Sometimes you may need to speak about particular difficult experiences and emotions - but it's not always clear what is troubling us. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy recognises that as well as our conscious minds, we also live in the unconscious and don't always understand the cause of our suffering - or indeed what is our potential.
It helps to talk, especially if you are feeling worried, sad, fearful, or perhaps just stuck. Talking with an attentive listener, in a confidential environment, offers a unique space for different ways of thinking and being to emerge, through examining your life and relationships, past and present. Sometimes you may need to speak about particular difficult experiences and emotions - but it's not always clear what is troubling us. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy recognises that as well as our conscious minds, we also live in the unconscious and don't always understand the cause of our suffering - or indeed what is our potential.
Approach Counselling & Coaching
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London E1
My main approach is to encourage you to explore your feelings and take responsibility for your thoughts and actions. As I work in a way that empowers the client, I always work with what you present. Bottled up feelings such as anger, anxiety, grief, jealousy, sadness, shame and pain can become very overwhelming.The opportunity to express them can make it much easier to understand yourself and others. As I acknowledge your feelings and respect you as a person in your own right, you gain self-respect and a sense of being valued. This leads to building trust between counsellor and client, which is an essential part of the process.
My main approach is to encourage you to explore your feelings and take responsibility for your thoughts and actions. As I work in a way that empowers the client, I always work with what you present. Bottled up feelings such as anger, anxiety, grief, jealousy, sadness, shame and pain can become very overwhelming.The opportunity to express them can make it much easier to understand yourself and others. As I acknowledge your feelings and respect you as a person in your own right, you gain self-respect and a sense of being valued. This leads to building trust between counsellor and client, which is an essential part of the process.
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Debbra Winton
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
Verified Verified
London N19
I offer a warm, authentic and non-judgmental presence. My approach is in Integrative therapy, with a transpersonal perspective. Which enables me to work with many principles and techniques from both classical and contemporary Western psychology. It is a flexible approach with the ability to adapt to a clients individual needs. I work in a relational style and am curious to explore a clients experience, and discover the root of a clients concern and their inherent potential. In particular giving space to a clients relationship with themselves, others and the world.
I offer a warm, authentic and non-judgmental presence. My approach is in Integrative therapy, with a transpersonal perspective. Which enables me to work with many principles and techniques from both classical and contemporary Western psychology. It is a flexible approach with the ability to adapt to a clients individual needs. I work in a relational style and am curious to explore a clients experience, and discover the root of a clients concern and their inherent potential. In particular giving space to a clients relationship with themselves, others and the world.
Raluca Ursica
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London EC2V
Hello, I understand that taking the first step towards seeking therapy can be daunting, but please know that it's also a courageous and empowering decision. Whether you're navigating a specific challenge or seeking profound, long-term change, the decision to talk is a transformative experience. My approach as a therapist is rooted in compassion, empathy, and empowerment. I believe in equipping you with the skills to find a profound sense of inner balance, tapping into the rich resources within you—body, spirit, mind, and emotion.
Hello, I understand that taking the first step towards seeking therapy can be daunting, but please know that it's also a courageous and empowering decision. Whether you're navigating a specific challenge or seeking profound, long-term change, the decision to talk is a transformative experience. My approach as a therapist is rooted in compassion, empathy, and empowerment. I believe in equipping you with the skills to find a profound sense of inner balance, tapping into the rich resources within you—body, spirit, mind, and emotion.
Altinay Donmez
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London EC1V
Hello and welcome. My services aim to help people who are going through a difficult time in their lives or who simply want to understand themselves better. Whether you are feeling sad, going through a significant separation or experiencing difficulties in relationships, feeling anxious and overwhelmed, you would like to explore or there is anything that is bothering you, I can offer an accepting and warm space to talk through these issues.
Hello and welcome. My services aim to help people who are going through a difficult time in their lives or who simply want to understand themselves better. Whether you are feeling sad, going through a significant separation or experiencing difficulties in relationships, feeling anxious and overwhelmed, you would like to explore or there is anything that is bothering you, I can offer an accepting and warm space to talk through these issues.
Mikes Smith
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
London EC1V
I am a qualified integrative therapist with an MA in philosophy and an MSc in psychology. I have worked as a bereavement officer in hospital during major incidents and the pandemic. I now work with clients from all walks of life, supporting them in their own times of challenge and adversity. If you’re facing hardships, struggling with change or feel like there’s something missing, you may be interested in trying something new. Therapy can feel like a big step, but I’ve seen first-hand how transformative it can be. If you’re curious and don’t know where to begin, I encourage you to reach out. It may be transformative for you too.
I am a qualified integrative therapist with an MA in philosophy and an MSc in psychology. I have worked as a bereavement officer in hospital during major incidents and the pandemic. I now work with clients from all walks of life, supporting them in their own times of challenge and adversity. If you’re facing hardships, struggling with change or feel like there’s something missing, you may be interested in trying something new. Therapy can feel like a big step, but I’ve seen first-hand how transformative it can be. If you’re curious and don’t know where to begin, I encourage you to reach out. It may be transformative for you too.
Cydney Dunbavin-Hands
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
London SE15
Cydney is a certified and registered psychotherapist. Her practice encourages an embodied experience: using psycho-education, mindfulness and a creative psychodynamic approach. Cydney nurtures social and emotional well-being so individuals can fulfill their potential, broaden their capacity and be more at ease within themselves. Her therapeutic practice is underpinned by a passion for creativity and her experience in performing arts. Cydney is also a certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional. Cydney is also a Yoga and Mindfulness Meditation teacher, this reinforces an overall holistic approach that is her practice's bedrock.
Cydney is a certified and registered psychotherapist. Her practice encourages an embodied experience: using psycho-education, mindfulness and a creative psychodynamic approach. Cydney nurtures social and emotional well-being so individuals can fulfill their potential, broaden their capacity and be more at ease within themselves. Her therapeutic practice is underpinned by a passion for creativity and her experience in performing arts. Cydney is also a certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional. Cydney is also a Yoga and Mindfulness Meditation teacher, this reinforces an overall holistic approach that is her practice's bedrock.
Dr Cherilyn Lewis
Psychologist
Verified Verified
London SE1
I am a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist who has worked extensively with individuals and families with a wide range of brain injury and neurological conditions. Whether administering cognitive tests to support diagnosis or rehabilitation, delivering psychological therapy for adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders, or assessing for mental capacity issues, my approach is compassionate, person-centred, and flexible. I tailor my sessions to accommodate cognitive and communication difficulties and offer sessions at your home or in my London Bridge clinic.
I am a Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist who has worked extensively with individuals and families with a wide range of brain injury and neurological conditions. Whether administering cognitive tests to support diagnosis or rehabilitation, delivering psychological therapy for adjustment, trauma, and mood disorders, or assessing for mental capacity issues, my approach is compassionate, person-centred, and flexible. I tailor my sessions to accommodate cognitive and communication difficulties and offer sessions at your home or in my London Bridge clinic.
Alexandra Tarr
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London E14
I am passionate about helping others work through their struggles. Our life presents challenges and obstacles, and I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for my clients to work through their difficulties with empathy, authenticity, and without judgement. I adapt my practice to you, working both short-term and long-term.
I am passionate about helping others work through their struggles. Our life presents challenges and obstacles, and I am dedicated to providing a safe and supportive space for my clients to work through their difficulties with empathy, authenticity, and without judgement. I adapt my practice to you, working both short-term and long-term.
Gity Monsef Webb
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London W1T
I am a highly qualified trauma informed psychotherapist who believes we all have the potential for healing and growth. I understand that significant life events can profoundly impact your well-being, keeping you in negative behaviour patterns that significantly reduce your quality of life. Together we will focus on the psychological roots of your emotional suffering through self-reflection and self-examination. We will try to make sense of your experience, discover new ways of resolving old conflicts and create the opportunity for change.
I am a highly qualified trauma informed psychotherapist who believes we all have the potential for healing and growth. I understand that significant life events can profoundly impact your well-being, keeping you in negative behaviour patterns that significantly reduce your quality of life. Together we will focus on the psychological roots of your emotional suffering through self-reflection and self-examination. We will try to make sense of your experience, discover new ways of resolving old conflicts and create the opportunity for change.
Life Coaching For Highly Sensitive People
Verified Verified
London N3
Are you a highly sensitive person and are you interested in 1-1 coaching? Do you struggle with anxiety, stress or other overwhelming emotions? Would you like to learn tools and resources to build resilience without compromising your unique gifts? Is using mindfulness based approaches to manage overwhelming emotions something that resonates with you? If so, I am here to help.
Are you a highly sensitive person and are you interested in 1-1 coaching? Do you struggle with anxiety, stress or other overwhelming emotions? Would you like to learn tools and resources to build resilience without compromising your unique gifts? Is using mindfulness based approaches to manage overwhelming emotions something that resonates with you? If so, I am here to help.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in London
3,000+
Average cost per session
£75
Counsellors in London who prioritize treating:
91% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
84% | Self Esteem |
81% | Relationship Issues |
79% | Stress |
66% | Trauma and PTSD |
63% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
71% | Aviva |
65% | AXA PPP |
58% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in London see their clients
74% | In Person and Online | |
26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
24% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in London?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.