Counselling in SW1X
Do you feel confused, overwhelmed, lonely or even numb? Do you feel fed up with how people are treating you with no apparent reason? Are you are in the middle of major changes: separation, divorce, new career and you are so scared even to imagine what your future would be like? Aliona is highly experienced Relationship and Trauma Counsellor, based in London, UK. She is trained in TIR, EMDR and CBT. She is a member of TIRA Association and a senior member at ACCPH. Her clients are: professionals, individuals, couples, families, students and parents. She successfully conducts workshops and private sessions.
Do you feel confused, overwhelmed, lonely or even numb? Do you feel fed up with how people are treating you with no apparent reason? Are you are in the middle of major changes: separation, divorce, new career and you are so scared even to imagine what your future would be like? Aliona is highly experienced Relationship and Trauma Counsellor, based in London, UK. She is trained in TIR, EMDR and CBT. She is a member of TIRA Association and a senior member at ACCPH. Her clients are: professionals, individuals, couples, families, students and parents. She successfully conducts workshops and private sessions.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with 10+ years of private and NHS experience, working with adults, children and families. I have a particular interest in co-researching identity with people at significant transition points in their lives. This includes, but is not limited to, loss and bereavement, the challenges of a health condition, parenting, life-stage transitions, fertility issues, trauma. People may be experiencing low mood, anxiety & hopelessness and I offer a space to navigate these challenges and help people live in line with their values.
I am a registered Clinical Psychologist with 10+ years of private and NHS experience, working with adults, children and families. I have a particular interest in co-researching identity with people at significant transition points in their lives. This includes, but is not limited to, loss and bereavement, the challenges of a health condition, parenting, life-stage transitions, fertility issues, trauma. People may be experiencing low mood, anxiety & hopelessness and I offer a space to navigate these challenges and help people live in line with their values.
we are a group of highly specialist clinical psychologists who can support you in navigating a range of challenges, including low mood, anxiety, burnout and stress, bereavement, loss, fertility issues, difficulties relating to gender and sexuality, parenting challenges, relationship difficulties, the effects of traumatic experiences and living with health conditions and new diagnoses. we will help you connect with the knowledges, skills and experiences held in your body, mind and community, to better understand your difficulties and find preferred paths for living your life.
we are a group of highly specialist clinical psychologists who can support you in navigating a range of challenges, including low mood, anxiety, burnout and stress, bereavement, loss, fertility issues, difficulties relating to gender and sexuality, parenting challenges, relationship difficulties, the effects of traumatic experiences and living with health conditions and new diagnoses. we will help you connect with the knowledges, skills and experiences held in your body, mind and community, to better understand your difficulties and find preferred paths for living your life.
My name is Dr Daniel O’Toole (Danny) and I am the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Citadel Psychology. I have over 15 years experience working in the NHS and have also worked in the private and voluntary sectors. As a clinical psychologist, I have worked with patients experiencing a wide variety of emotional and psychological difficulties. I take a compassionate and person-centred approach to my therapeutic work and draw on a range of evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
My name is Dr Daniel O’Toole (Danny) and I am the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Citadel Psychology. I have over 15 years experience working in the NHS and have also worked in the private and voluntary sectors. As a clinical psychologist, I have worked with patients experiencing a wide variety of emotional and psychological difficulties. I take a compassionate and person-centred approach to my therapeutic work and draw on a range of evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and psychodynamic psychotherapy.
Do you struggle with the voice inside your head that tells you you're stupid, ugly, pretending to be someone you're not? Do you want to change this voice?. Through person-centred therapy, working with the issues my children were mirroring for me and offering myself compassion, working with my neurodivergence instead of rejecting it and shaming myself I managed to heal this and recover from narcissistic relationships. This is your time, I truly believe you can reach your full potential like I did with the conditions my own therapist provided, just like a flower I bloomed, you can too!
Do you struggle with the voice inside your head that tells you you're stupid, ugly, pretending to be someone you're not? Do you want to change this voice?. Through person-centred therapy, working with the issues my children were mirroring for me and offering myself compassion, working with my neurodivergence instead of rejecting it and shaming myself I managed to heal this and recover from narcissistic relationships. This is your time, I truly believe you can reach your full potential like I did with the conditions my own therapist provided, just like a flower I bloomed, you can too!
Starting a counselling process can feel daunting. Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information. You may feel stuck with anxious and/or depressed feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. Would you like to learn more positive ways of communicating with your child, partner, parent or family? Or perhaps you wish to have a deeper connection with your partner. You hold the key to make positive changes for a happier, satisfying and fulfilling life.
Starting a counselling process can feel daunting. Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information. You may feel stuck with anxious and/or depressed feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. Would you like to learn more positive ways of communicating with your child, partner, parent or family? Or perhaps you wish to have a deeper connection with your partner. You hold the key to make positive changes for a happier, satisfying and fulfilling life.
I am a psychotherapist and counsellor, I am a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy, and I adhere to the high standards and ethical framework for this membership. I provide a supportive, non-judgemental and confidential space for you which is compassionate, understanding, professional and focused. People I work with have stated that in working with me they have experienced improvements in their life, from increased emotional robustness, mental strength to a stronger sense of self, confidence and self esteem with increased awareness and improvements in their relationships with partners, family and friends.
I am a psychotherapist and counsellor, I am a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy, and I adhere to the high standards and ethical framework for this membership. I provide a supportive, non-judgemental and confidential space for you which is compassionate, understanding, professional and focused. People I work with have stated that in working with me they have experienced improvements in their life, from increased emotional robustness, mental strength to a stronger sense of self, confidence and self esteem with increased awareness and improvements in their relationships with partners, family and friends.
Life looks fine on the outside, but inside, something feels unsettled-like you're quietly unravelling. Maybe you feel anxious, emotionally disconnected, or weighed down by a sense that something isn’t quite right. You've coped for a long time, but part of you knows there’s more beneath the surface. You long to feel calm, clear, and connected to yourself again-to feel safe enough to slow down, make space for your emotions, and begin to understand what they’re trying to tell you. In fact you're ready for meaningful change-something that lasts. So you can stop just getting by.. and start building a life that actually feels like yours.
Life looks fine on the outside, but inside, something feels unsettled-like you're quietly unravelling. Maybe you feel anxious, emotionally disconnected, or weighed down by a sense that something isn’t quite right. You've coped for a long time, but part of you knows there’s more beneath the surface. You long to feel calm, clear, and connected to yourself again-to feel safe enough to slow down, make space for your emotions, and begin to understand what they’re trying to tell you. In fact you're ready for meaningful change-something that lasts. So you can stop just getting by.. and start building a life that actually feels like yours.
As a HCPC-registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist with extensive experience supporting athletes across sports such as football, rugby, golf, netball, and athletics, I am dedicated to delivering effective and meaningful support within my applied practice.
Sport psychology can help with various areas of sporting performance and wellbeing.
This might include areas of development such as navigating anxiety, improving confidence, maintaining peak performance, or staying focused.
As a HCPC-registered Sport and Exercise Psychologist with extensive experience supporting athletes across sports such as football, rugby, golf, netball, and athletics, I am dedicated to delivering effective and meaningful support within my applied practice.
Sport psychology can help with various areas of sporting performance and wellbeing.
This might include areas of development such as navigating anxiety, improving confidence, maintaining peak performance, or staying focused.
You are not broken. You may be experiencing emotional injury, and/or psychological distress, but this does not communicate brokenness. On the contrary, this communicates an emotional BUILD. You might be struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, women's issues, trauma, grief, loss, low self-esteem, low self-worth, etc. It may even be likely that you have learned how to live in a way that attempts to guard you from any additional emotional injuries. Essentially, your life experiential may have taught you how to build a wall of emotional defense, but that is not your truest self
You are not broken. You may be experiencing emotional injury, and/or psychological distress, but this does not communicate brokenness. On the contrary, this communicates an emotional BUILD. You might be struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, women's issues, trauma, grief, loss, low self-esteem, low self-worth, etc. It may even be likely that you have learned how to live in a way that attempts to guard you from any additional emotional injuries. Essentially, your life experiential may have taught you how to build a wall of emotional defense, but that is not your truest self
At times, our thoughts and emotions can feel overwhelming—leaving us feeling stuck, lost, or uncertain about how to move forward. You may be seeking clarity, relief, or simply someone to talk to who will listen without judgment. I offer a safe, open space to explore what matters to you, at your pace. I'm a UKCP-accredited Counselling Psychotherapist with nearly 20 years’ experience working with adults, couples, and groups. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and client-focused—committed to empowering each person through a process that honours difference, identity, and growth.
At times, our thoughts and emotions can feel overwhelming—leaving us feeling stuck, lost, or uncertain about how to move forward. You may be seeking clarity, relief, or simply someone to talk to who will listen without judgment. I offer a safe, open space to explore what matters to you, at your pace. I'm a UKCP-accredited Counselling Psychotherapist with nearly 20 years’ experience working with adults, couples, and groups. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and client-focused—committed to empowering each person through a process that honours difference, identity, and growth.
In my experience, we often come to therapy when we feel stuck in a way of living which has become increasingly difficult and painful to sustain. Perhaps you feel life is simply surviving not thriving; that you are lost, without purpose or passion; or that the future seems more scary than exciting. If any of this resonates with you, my existential approach will provide you with a safe place in which to explore and process any trauma in your past; pain in the present and anxiety about the future. Helping to bring the 'real you' out of hiding and find a more joyful, peaceful and authentic way to be, in the land of living differently.
In my experience, we often come to therapy when we feel stuck in a way of living which has become increasingly difficult and painful to sustain. Perhaps you feel life is simply surviving not thriving; that you are lost, without purpose or passion; or that the future seems more scary than exciting. If any of this resonates with you, my existential approach will provide you with a safe place in which to explore and process any trauma in your past; pain in the present and anxiety about the future. Helping to bring the 'real you' out of hiding and find a more joyful, peaceful and authentic way to be, in the land of living differently.
As an IFS therapist, I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can explore the root causes of your emotional struggles. Many of my clients face anxiety, fear, shame, or confusion in relationships, often stemming from core wounds. These wounds can keep you stuck in patterns of self-doubt, destructive behaviors, or emotional pain. In our work together, we will address these wounds with curiosity and care, using them as a powerful tool for healing. My goal is to help you live a more peaceful, aligned, and fulfilling life
As an IFS therapist, I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can explore the root causes of your emotional struggles. Many of my clients face anxiety, fear, shame, or confusion in relationships, often stemming from core wounds. These wounds can keep you stuck in patterns of self-doubt, destructive behaviors, or emotional pain. In our work together, we will address these wounds with curiosity and care, using them as a powerful tool for healing. My goal is to help you live a more peaceful, aligned, and fulfilling life
Supporting kids, YP, parents and adults with: mental health difficulties in the context of a physical illness (especially with endometriosis, asthma, CF, oncology, haematology, gastroenterology, dermatology, neurosurgery, and surgery), health anxiety, functional presentation/ medically unexplained symptom, relationship breakdown and divorce, children and young people, school avoidance/school anxiety, ex-pats and 3rd country children, mood difficulties (anxiety, panic attacks, fear and phobias, low mood) , stress , OCD, body repetitive behaviours (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting) , sleep, non-underweight eating disorders.
Supporting kids, YP, parents and adults with: mental health difficulties in the context of a physical illness (especially with endometriosis, asthma, CF, oncology, haematology, gastroenterology, dermatology, neurosurgery, and surgery), health anxiety, functional presentation/ medically unexplained symptom, relationship breakdown and divorce, children and young people, school avoidance/school anxiety, ex-pats and 3rd country children, mood difficulties (anxiety, panic attacks, fear and phobias, low mood) , stress , OCD, body repetitive behaviours (hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting) , sleep, non-underweight eating disorders.
Dual-qualified Relationship Psychotherapist and Relational Executive Coach to couples, individuals, senior leaders and co-founders, whose closest personal or alternatively purely business relationship is in crisis or has reached a tipping point. I work with an international client base who are managing the pressures of highly successful and demanding professional corporate or high level entrepreneurial careers with home, who want to understand and explore whether their relationship can meet their personal or professional needs again. I also support those who have decided to separate/exit and want to do this as well as possible.
Dual-qualified Relationship Psychotherapist and Relational Executive Coach to couples, individuals, senior leaders and co-founders, whose closest personal or alternatively purely business relationship is in crisis or has reached a tipping point. I work with an international client base who are managing the pressures of highly successful and demanding professional corporate or high level entrepreneurial careers with home, who want to understand and explore whether their relationship can meet their personal or professional needs again. I also support those who have decided to separate/exit and want to do this as well as possible.
I am a warm, and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience in the NHS, private & charity sectors working with the adult population. I have been helping my clients overcome a wide range of psychological difficulties, enabling them to develop a better relationship with themselves and others, and to create a more fulfilling existence.
I am a warm, and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience in the NHS, private & charity sectors working with the adult population. I have been helping my clients overcome a wide range of psychological difficulties, enabling them to develop a better relationship with themselves and others, and to create a more fulfilling existence.
In our modern world, many have encountered non-monogamy in its varied forms - from discovering a partner's affair, to managing the complexities of jealousy within an open relationship, or the rollercoaster of emotions while contemplating attractions outside a committed partnership. My specialty lies in assisting my clients, some of whom are just starting to explore non-monogamy, to navigate these intricate experiences. Under my gentle guidance you will be able to transform the potent energy of non-monogamy into avenues for personal growth, self-discovery, deeper emotional connection and greater intimacy with your partner.
In our modern world, many have encountered non-monogamy in its varied forms - from discovering a partner's affair, to managing the complexities of jealousy within an open relationship, or the rollercoaster of emotions while contemplating attractions outside a committed partnership. My specialty lies in assisting my clients, some of whom are just starting to explore non-monogamy, to navigate these intricate experiences. Under my gentle guidance you will be able to transform the potent energy of non-monogamy into avenues for personal growth, self-discovery, deeper emotional connection and greater intimacy with your partner.
I am a highly qualified Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapist, A Psycho-sexual and Relationship Therapist and an Addictions Specialist who helps individuals, couples, families and groups gain the psychological awareness to improve health and well-being.
I am a highly qualified Humanistic Integrative Psychotherapist, A Psycho-sexual and Relationship Therapist and an Addictions Specialist who helps individuals, couples, families and groups gain the psychological awareness to improve health and well-being.
Hello and Welcome. I am qualified Counselling Psychologist and I have a deep interest in human development, particularly in attachment, and how our early relational experiences influence how we later relate to ourselves and others in the world. Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times, and one can find it a struggle to cope. My therapeutic work is aimed at providing a safe and trusting therapeutic space in which one can feel able to explore and process deep hidden emotions and start to make the changes that will improve both your mental and physical wellbeing.
Hello and Welcome. I am qualified Counselling Psychologist and I have a deep interest in human development, particularly in attachment, and how our early relational experiences influence how we later relate to ourselves and others in the world. Life can be challenging and overwhelming at times, and one can find it a struggle to cope. My therapeutic work is aimed at providing a safe and trusting therapeutic space in which one can feel able to explore and process deep hidden emotions and start to make the changes that will improve both your mental and physical wellbeing.
I’m a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist who supports teenagers and adults to tackle mental health challenges, build coping skills, and feel more hopeful as they look to the future. I help clients to achieve positive change in experiences such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, demotivation, and intense fluctuation in emotions. Alongside my private practice, I'm an experienced clinician within National & Specialist CAMHS. This NHS work with Sixth Formers makes me ideally suited to working with clients as they navigate academic, professional, social, and emotional crossroads.
I’m a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist who supports teenagers and adults to tackle mental health challenges, build coping skills, and feel more hopeful as they look to the future. I help clients to achieve positive change in experiences such as: anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, interpersonal difficulties, demotivation, and intense fluctuation in emotions. Alongside my private practice, I'm an experienced clinician within National & Specialist CAMHS. This NHS work with Sixth Formers makes me ideally suited to working with clients as they navigate academic, professional, social, and emotional crossroads.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in SW1X
80+
Average cost per session
£90
Counsellors in SW1X who prioritize treating:
| 90% | Anxiety |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 82% | Relationship Issues |
| 82% | Depression |
| 78% | Stress |
| 66% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 55% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
14 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 68% | Aviva |
| 62% | AXA PPP |
| 53% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in SW1X see their clients
| 68% | In Person and Online | |
| 32% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 71% | Female | |
| 28% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in SW1X?
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.