Counselling in SW7
I'm originally from the US, where I have years of experience working with adults, teens, families, and groups in inpatient and outpatient settings. I am especially passionate about supporting individuals impacted by trauma, anxiety, depression, relational difficulties, compulsive sexual and pornography use, and betrayal trauma. I also love working with adolescent girls who are navigating the challenges of growing up in an era shaped by social media and technology.
My aim is to help my clients understand why they feel the way they do so we can recognize and treat the underlying cause, rather than just the symptoms.
I'm originally from the US, where I have years of experience working with adults, teens, families, and groups in inpatient and outpatient settings. I am especially passionate about supporting individuals impacted by trauma, anxiety, depression, relational difficulties, compulsive sexual and pornography use, and betrayal trauma. I also love working with adolescent girls who are navigating the challenges of growing up in an era shaped by social media and technology.
My aim is to help my clients understand why they feel the way they do so we can recognize and treat the underlying cause, rather than just the symptoms.
Hi, I’m Patricia. I know life can be quite challenging. It often leaves us in need of support to reconnect with our true selves and realise our full potential. Challenges can manifest as worry, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, fear, relationship issues, and even lead to addictions or post-traumatic stress. To heal and move forward, you need love, patience, safety, and the time to protect and nurture yourself as you grow stronger and more authentic. I founded Luz Counselling to guide people from this place of pain and fear back to their true selves.
Hi, I’m Patricia. I know life can be quite challenging. It often leaves us in need of support to reconnect with our true selves and realise our full potential. Challenges can manifest as worry, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, fear, relationship issues, and even lead to addictions or post-traumatic stress. To heal and move forward, you need love, patience, safety, and the time to protect and nurture yourself as you grow stronger and more authentic. I founded Luz Counselling to guide people from this place of pain and fear back to their true selves.
Hi, I am Shafinaz , a Qualified Play and Creative Arts Therapist in West London, I have worked with children for 10 years and have experience in providing therapy since 2019 ,more than 230 clinical hours . Special needs is an area close to my heart but I have experience in working with children with an array of needs. I have worked with children who had faced bereavements , domestic violence, attachment issues, divorce and parental separation, Autism, trauma to mention few. I am a registered member of PTUK .My private practice, Soul Path Play and Creative Arts Therapy Service is located in Hammersmith. also visit client's schools.
Hi, I am Shafinaz , a Qualified Play and Creative Arts Therapist in West London, I have worked with children for 10 years and have experience in providing therapy since 2019 ,more than 230 clinical hours . Special needs is an area close to my heart but I have experience in working with children with an array of needs. I have worked with children who had faced bereavements , domestic violence, attachment issues, divorce and parental separation, Autism, trauma to mention few. I am a registered member of PTUK .My private practice, Soul Path Play and Creative Arts Therapy Service is located in Hammersmith. also visit client's schools.
Modern life in a big city like London can be exciting but also unsettling at times. It is easy to sometimes feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, alone and at loss of where to start. Therapy can help in times of uncertainty. By exploring your thoughts and feelings from both past and present, links can be made to increase your understanding and thereby helping you moving forward. Increased self knowledge and insight can be crucial in forming close and authentic relationships with others, often bringing higher self esteem as a result. Therapy can be a good support and give you hope when you are going through a difficult time.
Modern life in a big city like London can be exciting but also unsettling at times. It is easy to sometimes feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, alone and at loss of where to start. Therapy can help in times of uncertainty. By exploring your thoughts and feelings from both past and present, links can be made to increase your understanding and thereby helping you moving forward. Increased self knowledge and insight can be crucial in forming close and authentic relationships with others, often bringing higher self esteem as a result. Therapy can be a good support and give you hope when you are going through a difficult time.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable and outwardly functioning, yet privately feel anxious, emotionally weighed down, or stuck in relationship patterns that don’t shift through insight alone.
Since 2009, I've been committed to supporting clients in their healing journey by offering talking therapy, marriage counselling and conducting over 4000 successful EMDR sessions.
Specialised training with Esther Perel enriches my marriage counselling approach, exploring issues like recurring arguments, struggles with intimacy and connection, emotional shutdowns.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable and outwardly functioning, yet privately feel anxious, emotionally weighed down, or stuck in relationship patterns that don’t shift through insight alone.
Since 2009, I've been committed to supporting clients in their healing journey by offering talking therapy, marriage counselling and conducting over 4000 successful EMDR sessions.
Specialised training with Esther Perel enriches my marriage counselling approach, exploring issues like recurring arguments, struggles with intimacy and connection, emotional shutdowns.
I’m an experienced psychotherapist & counsellor offering individual therapy; I provide both short-term and open-ended therapy. Alongside my private practice, I work at a community counselling in Waterloo. I have experience working with a wide range of issues and have helped people from various nationalities, backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual orientations. I have previously worked at the Holloway prison in London, YMCA, for institutions in Greece, India, and Nepal. My extensive experience working with various people and presentations supports my understanding and compassion of mental and physical conditions.
I’m an experienced psychotherapist & counsellor offering individual therapy; I provide both short-term and open-ended therapy. Alongside my private practice, I work at a community counselling in Waterloo. I have experience working with a wide range of issues and have helped people from various nationalities, backgrounds, ethnicities, religions, genders, and sexual orientations. I have previously worked at the Holloway prison in London, YMCA, for institutions in Greece, India, and Nepal. My extensive experience working with various people and presentations supports my understanding and compassion of mental and physical conditions.
Nuray Ozben Avsar completed her undergraduate degree in Psychological Counseling at Bogazici University and obtained her postgraduate in Psychology. She is a mental health professional practicing for the past 20 years. Mrs. Avsar is highly skilled in working with people across all age groups, including, children, teenagers, adults and older adults who are experiencing a various type of cognitive, behavioural, emotional and physical difficulties such as trauma, anxiety, depression, phobias, low-self-esteem, loss and adjustment difficulties, eating disorders, social anxiety, emotional dysregulation, panic disorder, perfectionism..
Nuray Ozben Avsar completed her undergraduate degree in Psychological Counseling at Bogazici University and obtained her postgraduate in Psychology. She is a mental health professional practicing for the past 20 years. Mrs. Avsar is highly skilled in working with people across all age groups, including, children, teenagers, adults and older adults who are experiencing a various type of cognitive, behavioural, emotional and physical difficulties such as trauma, anxiety, depression, phobias, low-self-esteem, loss and adjustment difficulties, eating disorders, social anxiety, emotional dysregulation, panic disorder, perfectionism..
I understand that seeking help can be a difficult decision and I believe that everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and meaningful life which I am committed to assisting you achieve. I am here to help you on your journey towards self-discovery, healing and personal transformation and together we can work towards creating a life that is aligned with your values, goals and aspirations.
I understand that seeking help can be a difficult decision and I believe that everyone deserves to live a fulfilling and meaningful life which I am committed to assisting you achieve. I am here to help you on your journey towards self-discovery, healing and personal transformation and together we can work towards creating a life that is aligned with your values, goals and aspirations.
I'm a qualified, BACP-registered therapist who works with adults (18+) in-person in West London and online. Often, they're dealing with anxiety, depression or problematic relationships. In many cases, they're trying to manage feelings which are keeping them from moving forward in life or being as productive and fulfilled as they'd like to be.
Sometimes it's as simple as realising that something just doesn't feel quite right. Or a sense that their emotions, behaviours and mindset are not serving them as well as they could.
I'm a qualified, BACP-registered therapist who works with adults (18+) in-person in West London and online. Often, they're dealing with anxiety, depression or problematic relationships. In many cases, they're trying to manage feelings which are keeping them from moving forward in life or being as productive and fulfilled as they'd like to be.
Sometimes it's as simple as realising that something just doesn't feel quite right. Or a sense that their emotions, behaviours and mindset are not serving them as well as they could.
It's dark because you are trying too hard ... Try to do everything lightly. Yes, lightly even though you're feeling deeply - Aldous Huxley.
I am a multi-cultural Counsellor with Person-Centered work experience. I am Gestalt-trained, and work within an Integrative and Humanistic modality. I hold degrees in Social Psychology and Health Psychology, which lends itself to my interdisciplinary perspective. I welcome working inclusively with clients that come from every kind of cultural and social background, ethnicity, and ethos, including young adults/ the elderly.
It's dark because you are trying too hard ... Try to do everything lightly. Yes, lightly even though you're feeling deeply - Aldous Huxley.
I am a multi-cultural Counsellor with Person-Centered work experience. I am Gestalt-trained, and work within an Integrative and Humanistic modality. I hold degrees in Social Psychology and Health Psychology, which lends itself to my interdisciplinary perspective. I welcome working inclusively with clients that come from every kind of cultural and social background, ethnicity, and ethos, including young adults/ the elderly.
I’m Serena, an integrative psychotherapist with a psychoanalytic foundation, based in South West London. I offer therapy in English and Italian to adults of all ages, including those in later life. My practice is particularly suited to longer-term, in-depth work. Together, we explore how early experiences, unconscious processes and recurring relational patterns may influence your current difficulties and sense of self. Developing greater insight over time can help you revise established ways of understanding yourself, strengthen your capacity for choice and support meaningful, lasting psychological change.
I’m Serena, an integrative psychotherapist with a psychoanalytic foundation, based in South West London. I offer therapy in English and Italian to adults of all ages, including those in later life. My practice is particularly suited to longer-term, in-depth work. Together, we explore how early experiences, unconscious processes and recurring relational patterns may influence your current difficulties and sense of self. Developing greater insight over time can help you revise established ways of understanding yourself, strengthen your capacity for choice and support meaningful, lasting psychological change.
Üzüntüyü,hüznü ya da kederi hayatımızdan tamamen çıkaramayız.Beklenmedik olaylar olur,istenmeyen olaylar yaşanır,durumlar ve kişiler değişir. Nasıl ki uykumuz geliyor ve yorgun oluyorsak, nasıl ki acıkıyor ve susuyorsak, bazen çok iyi haberler alıyor ve bazen derin kayıplar yaşıyorsak, bazen gülüyor bazen ağlıyorsak duygularımız, ihtiyaçlarımız ve deneyimlediklerimiz anlık olarak değişir, gelip geçer... Önemli olan bu duyguların ne kadar sürdüğü ve bizi ne kadar etkilediğidir... Yağan yağmurdan sonra hiç gökkuşağı çıkmıyor, güneş tekrar parıldamıyor, ağaçlar yeniden çiçek açmıyorsa sizin için iklim değişmiş demektir.
Üzüntüyü,hüznü ya da kederi hayatımızdan tamamen çıkaramayız.Beklenmedik olaylar olur,istenmeyen olaylar yaşanır,durumlar ve kişiler değişir. Nasıl ki uykumuz geliyor ve yorgun oluyorsak, nasıl ki acıkıyor ve susuyorsak, bazen çok iyi haberler alıyor ve bazen derin kayıplar yaşıyorsak, bazen gülüyor bazen ağlıyorsak duygularımız, ihtiyaçlarımız ve deneyimlediklerimiz anlık olarak değişir, gelip geçer... Önemli olan bu duyguların ne kadar sürdüğü ve bizi ne kadar etkilediğidir... Yağan yağmurdan sonra hiç gökkuşağı çıkmıyor, güneş tekrar parıldamıyor, ağaçlar yeniden çiçek açmıyorsa sizin için iklim değişmiş demektir.
If you’re here, you’re probably facing some personal challenges and needing some support. Life can get hard and overwhelming sometimes. Talking to someone, an impartial professional, can be helpful. You might be battling depression or anxiety. You may feel stuck, lost or have low self-esteem. Our relationships can sometimes become a source of pain and frustration. Sometimes, we don’t even really know what the issue is. We just know something isn’t quite right. It's important to know, you don’t have to deal with it all on your own. With the right support, you could be living a more joyful, authentic and meaningful life.
If you’re here, you’re probably facing some personal challenges and needing some support. Life can get hard and overwhelming sometimes. Talking to someone, an impartial professional, can be helpful. You might be battling depression or anxiety. You may feel stuck, lost or have low self-esteem. Our relationships can sometimes become a source of pain and frustration. Sometimes, we don’t even really know what the issue is. We just know something isn’t quite right. It's important to know, you don’t have to deal with it all on your own. With the right support, you could be living a more joyful, authentic and meaningful life.
Learning to understand and regulate emotions is important for children to build healthy relationships with themselves and those around them. Being able to express feelings and experiences in a safe environment helps children work through emotional and behavioural challenges, develop self-confidence and emotional resilience as they grow. It is equally important for parents to receive support while improving their relationship with their children and learn how to manage everyday challenges.
With 8 years experience, I create spaces where children aged 3-12 and parents feel heard and understood.
Learning to understand and regulate emotions is important for children to build healthy relationships with themselves and those around them. Being able to express feelings and experiences in a safe environment helps children work through emotional and behavioural challenges, develop self-confidence and emotional resilience as they grow. It is equally important for parents to receive support while improving their relationship with their children and learn how to manage everyday challenges.
With 8 years experience, I create spaces where children aged 3-12 and parents feel heard and understood.
I support individuals navigating the complex aftermath of narcissistic relationships, cultural identity challenges, adolescence, anxiety and blended family dynamics, utilising IFS and Brainspotting in person in London and online across the UK and globally.
You’re trying to make sense of who you are and how to be that person without guilt or overwhelm. School or work pressure, family dynamics, or unspoken shame all play a part. If you’re looking for understanding, confidence, and emotional space to breathe and explore, we can work through this together.
I have 3 spots opening up in March
I support individuals navigating the complex aftermath of narcissistic relationships, cultural identity challenges, adolescence, anxiety and blended family dynamics, utilising IFS and Brainspotting in person in London and online across the UK and globally.
You’re trying to make sense of who you are and how to be that person without guilt or overwhelm. School or work pressure, family dynamics, or unspoken shame all play a part. If you’re looking for understanding, confidence, and emotional space to breathe and explore, we can work through this together.
I have 3 spots opening up in March
Feeling anxious, stressed or panicky? You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Your search may be out of curiosity or it may be because you are looking for some help and assistance in managing these issues. You do not have to 'feel alone' in going through these issues and I specialise in these areas and we can work through them together, so that you can feel 'more in control' and build a sense of greater self-confidence, autonomy & personal resilience.
Feeling anxious, stressed or panicky? You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Your search may be out of curiosity or it may be because you are looking for some help and assistance in managing these issues. You do not have to 'feel alone' in going through these issues and I specialise in these areas and we can work through them together, so that you can feel 'more in control' and build a sense of greater self-confidence, autonomy & personal resilience.
Many of my clients are professionals balancing demanding careers with personal lives, who feel stressed, anxious, low in mood or overwhelmed. On the outside they may appear successful, yet inside they feel stuck, disconnected, or unable to cope. Some struggle with poor sleep, self-doubt, or relationship tensions, including repeating attachment patterns that leave them feeling unseen or unfulfilled. Others come at times of transition, loss, or change. What they want most is to make sense of what is happening, ease distress, and feel more resilient and connected, both with themselves and with those who matter most.
Many of my clients are professionals balancing demanding careers with personal lives, who feel stressed, anxious, low in mood or overwhelmed. On the outside they may appear successful, yet inside they feel stuck, disconnected, or unable to cope. Some struggle with poor sleep, self-doubt, or relationship tensions, including repeating attachment patterns that leave them feeling unseen or unfulfilled. Others come at times of transition, loss, or change. What they want most is to make sense of what is happening, ease distress, and feel more resilient and connected, both with themselves and with those who matter most.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist offering sessions in person in Kensington and online in English and German.
People come to therapy because they are struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or a particular life event. Others find themselves caught in recurring patterns of thinking and behaving they do not fully understand.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist offering sessions in person in Kensington and online in English and German.
People come to therapy because they are struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, or a particular life event. Others find themselves caught in recurring patterns of thinking and behaving they do not fully understand.
I am an accredited psychodynamic psychotherapist working with children, adolescents and young adults having over twenty years of experience in the fields of child and adolescent psychology and education. The therapeutic alliance lies at the heart of my practice, creating a nurturing and containing space which feels safe and accepting of you, just as you are.
I am an accredited psychodynamic psychotherapist working with children, adolescents and young adults having over twenty years of experience in the fields of child and adolescent psychology and education. The therapeutic alliance lies at the heart of my practice, creating a nurturing and containing space which feels safe and accepting of you, just as you are.
I am a clinical and counselling psychologist and a psychoanalyst with more than 23 years of experience. As such, I help my clients to unknot their psychological and moral difficulties by using their own reflection and inner resources.
My sessions provide a safe space in which I help my clients to address and unfold the problems which lead them to seek help.
This is an opportunity to clarify the origin of the problems and to decipher the difficulties my clients are currently facing.
I work with my clients on universal topics such as identity, sexuality, work, family dynamics, parenthood, relationships and so on.
I am a clinical and counselling psychologist and a psychoanalyst with more than 23 years of experience. As such, I help my clients to unknot their psychological and moral difficulties by using their own reflection and inner resources.
My sessions provide a safe space in which I help my clients to address and unfold the problems which lead them to seek help.
This is an opportunity to clarify the origin of the problems and to decipher the difficulties my clients are currently facing.
I work with my clients on universal topics such as identity, sexuality, work, family dynamics, parenthood, relationships and so on.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in SW7
200+
Average cost per session
£86
Counsellors in SW7 who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 85% | Depression |
| 84% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Relationship Issues |
| 82% | Stress |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 70% | Complex PTSD |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 72% | Aviva |
| 66% | AXA PPP |
| 57% | Bupa |
How Counsellors in SW7 see their clients
| 72% | In Person and Online | |
| 28% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 75% | Female | |
| 24% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in SW7?
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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.