Counselling in W11
Are you a high-achieving professional who excels in your career but who struggles with insecurity, anxiety, or fear of abandonment in your personal relationships? You might feel confident at work yet worry about whether you’re “enough” in your romantic relationships or when dating. You’re tired of the emotional highs and lows and you're craving more stability and peace of mind. You'd like to increase your emotional resilience, learn how to develop healthier, more secure relationships, and to develop a deep sense of self-worth, so you can feel more secure, confident, and content. If this sounds like you, I can help.
Are you a high-achieving professional who excels in your career but who struggles with insecurity, anxiety, or fear of abandonment in your personal relationships? You might feel confident at work yet worry about whether you’re “enough” in your romantic relationships or when dating. You’re tired of the emotional highs and lows and you're craving more stability and peace of mind. You'd like to increase your emotional resilience, learn how to develop healthier, more secure relationships, and to develop a deep sense of self-worth, so you can feel more secure, confident, and content. If this sounds like you, I can help.
Feeling overwhelmed or exhausted with everything happening in the world? You’re not alone. It's no surprise that sometimes you feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, or just plain exhausted. It can be hard to find a way through these feelings on your own. Talking about your feelings and their impact can be a powerful first step. As a therapist, I'm known for being warm, supportive, funny, and even direct when needed. Together, we’ll set goals for our sessions, and I’ll use the knowledge from my multiple degrees, clinical courses, and thousands of hours of client work to help you achieve those goals.
Feeling overwhelmed or exhausted with everything happening in the world? You’re not alone. It's no surprise that sometimes you feel overwhelmed, stretched thin, or just plain exhausted. It can be hard to find a way through these feelings on your own. Talking about your feelings and their impact can be a powerful first step. As a therapist, I'm known for being warm, supportive, funny, and even direct when needed. Together, we’ll set goals for our sessions, and I’ll use the knowledge from my multiple degrees, clinical courses, and thousands of hours of client work to help you achieve those goals.
My therapy is about the relationship, the safety and the quality of the bond that is created between us. That’s where the magic happens and the opportunity for change can occur. My clients can then build insight and clarity over positive and negative feelings, beliefs, motivations, thoughts, behaviours past, present and future. I support clients who are seeking support and understanding in transforming their lives to feel better regulated, authentic and able to make positive decisions.
My therapy is about the relationship, the safety and the quality of the bond that is created between us. That’s where the magic happens and the opportunity for change can occur. My clients can then build insight and clarity over positive and negative feelings, beliefs, motivations, thoughts, behaviours past, present and future. I support clients who are seeking support and understanding in transforming their lives to feel better regulated, authentic and able to make positive decisions.
Hi, I’m Joanna, Chartered Counselling Psychologist and Cognitive Analytic Therapist. I am an experienced therapist and have supported clients with a broad range of difficulties for over a decade. Areas I can help you with include relationship difficulties, perinatal mental health (pregnancy and postpartum), anxiety, depression, anger and life transitions, such as adjusting to motherhood.
Hi, I’m Joanna, Chartered Counselling Psychologist and Cognitive Analytic Therapist. I am an experienced therapist and have supported clients with a broad range of difficulties for over a decade. Areas I can help you with include relationship difficulties, perinatal mental health (pregnancy and postpartum), anxiety, depression, anger and life transitions, such as adjusting to motherhood.
At times life can be overwhelming: loneliness, divorce, grief, parenting or work challenges... Even natural transitions can throw us off. Coping with difficult feelings alone can be daunting. I provide a safe, confidential space, in which to identify and work through what is troubling you. You can expect to explore unresolved issues, bringing greater understanding of yourself and your patterns of relating. I am interested in the roles you take within families, couples and work. Prior to re-training, I had a career in law and finance, so am familiar with high-pressure environments, stress and the search for a healthy life-balance.
At times life can be overwhelming: loneliness, divorce, grief, parenting or work challenges... Even natural transitions can throw us off. Coping with difficult feelings alone can be daunting. I provide a safe, confidential space, in which to identify and work through what is troubling you. You can expect to explore unresolved issues, bringing greater understanding of yourself and your patterns of relating. I am interested in the roles you take within families, couples and work. Prior to re-training, I had a career in law and finance, so am familiar with high-pressure environments, stress and the search for a healthy life-balance.
Developing understanding and change through therapy maybe feels scary, or exciting, or both. I have years of experience supporting adults at all different points in life to tap into their courage and grow. I take a curious, explorative and active approach, using evidence based therapies such a EMDR and compassion focused therapy (CFT).
Developing understanding and change through therapy maybe feels scary, or exciting, or both. I have years of experience supporting adults at all different points in life to tap into their courage and grow. I take a curious, explorative and active approach, using evidence based therapies such a EMDR and compassion focused therapy (CFT).
Nicola J Foster
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
My name is Nicola, I'm a qualified relationship and psychosexual therapist. For the foreseeable future I am working online. I am also a qualified NLP coach. I see couples and individuals for short or long-term psychosexual and relationship therapy. My approach is integrative. I help with rebuilding intimacy, mismatched desire, affairs and betrayals, loss, relationship difficulties, , open-relating, sexual problems, self esteem and confidence.
My name is Nicola, I'm a qualified relationship and psychosexual therapist. For the foreseeable future I am working online. I am also a qualified NLP coach. I see couples and individuals for short or long-term psychosexual and relationship therapy. My approach is integrative. I help with rebuilding intimacy, mismatched desire, affairs and betrayals, loss, relationship difficulties, , open-relating, sexual problems, self esteem and confidence.
I am a psychotherapist accredited UKCP experienced at treating emotional and psychological issues. Until 2021 I divided my time between private practice and the NHS, where I was Principal Psychotherapist for a large NHS Trust. Now in full time private practice I have extensive experience of assessing and treating people from a variety of backgrounds whose problems range from severe and complex to more easily treatable problems including: Self-esteem, personal development, depression, anxiety, addictions, self-harm, personality problems and family and relationship concerns.
I am a psychotherapist accredited UKCP experienced at treating emotional and psychological issues. Until 2021 I divided my time between private practice and the NHS, where I was Principal Psychotherapist for a large NHS Trust. Now in full time private practice I have extensive experience of assessing and treating people from a variety of backgrounds whose problems range from severe and complex to more easily treatable problems including: Self-esteem, personal development, depression, anxiety, addictions, self-harm, personality problems and family and relationship concerns.
I am a Clinical Psychologist specialising in working with individuals and couples presenting with concerns about sex and relationships. I have a background of working in NHS Sexual Health services, and am experienced in supporting with pain during sex, vaginismus, vulvodynia, low desire, concerns about libido, difficulties related to orgasm, unreliable erections, attachment difficulties, and anxiety about sex and relationships. The psychological therapy I provide is evidence-based and draws on a variety of approaches including Psychodynamically-informed Therapy, CFT, Systemic Therapy, CBT and Sex Therapy techniques.
I am a Clinical Psychologist specialising in working with individuals and couples presenting with concerns about sex and relationships. I have a background of working in NHS Sexual Health services, and am experienced in supporting with pain during sex, vaginismus, vulvodynia, low desire, concerns about libido, difficulties related to orgasm, unreliable erections, attachment difficulties, and anxiety about sex and relationships. The psychological therapy I provide is evidence-based and draws on a variety of approaches including Psychodynamically-informed Therapy, CFT, Systemic Therapy, CBT and Sex Therapy techniques.
During these uncertain times, there is one constant that we can draw upon and that is Mother Nature - our original context and fundamental place of belonging. Having therapy or mindfulness sessions outside in nature has a calming influence on our nervous system and offers an opportunity to go back to our roots. Whether being with the horses or walking outside in the local countryside, we give ourselves the space to safely explore our experiences of life, build awareness in the present moment and find choice and renewed purpose in our life.
During these uncertain times, there is one constant that we can draw upon and that is Mother Nature - our original context and fundamental place of belonging. Having therapy or mindfulness sessions outside in nature has a calming influence on our nervous system and offers an opportunity to go back to our roots. Whether being with the horses or walking outside in the local countryside, we give ourselves the space to safely explore our experiences of life, build awareness in the present moment and find choice and renewed purpose in our life.
Perhaps all in life is well, but there's an underlining feeling that "something is not right" or "I'm just not happy". This might be the point at which we turn within and ask ourselves some questions... In my experience, it can take some time and space to make sense of our thoughts and feelings and to discover what is truly important to us in our life.
Perhaps all in life is well, but there's an underlining feeling that "something is not right" or "I'm just not happy". This might be the point at which we turn within and ask ourselves some questions... In my experience, it can take some time and space to make sense of our thoughts and feelings and to discover what is truly important to us in our life.
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I offer a warm, non judgemental space which allows you to examine issues around health and stress, relationships, anxiety, workplace issues, self confidence, trauma and stuck behavioural patterns. I work consistently with clients on issues around addictive behaviours and work with individuals and groups in recovery from alcohol and drug abuse. No problem is ever too small and it is often the ones you feel embarrassed to bring that are key to unlocking the problem.
I offer a warm, non judgemental space which allows you to examine issues around health and stress, relationships, anxiety, workplace issues, self confidence, trauma and stuck behavioural patterns. I work consistently with clients on issues around addictive behaviours and work with individuals and groups in recovery from alcohol and drug abuse. No problem is ever too small and it is often the ones you feel embarrassed to bring that are key to unlocking the problem.
Katriona O'Connor (We Listen Therapy)
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello, welcome, I'm Katriona. I am an experienced therapist and coach and work with those who wish to explore ways to move towards a new way of living or being. Talking through some of the obstacles or negative thinking getting in your way can be enormously freeing and empowering! Through our work we would look at coping strategies, building resilience and awareness, supporting you in understanding patterns and shifting behaviour towards how you want to be. My approach is one of calm, compassion and care and I hope for you, some new perspective and light.
Hello, welcome, I'm Katriona. I am an experienced therapist and coach and work with those who wish to explore ways to move towards a new way of living or being. Talking through some of the obstacles or negative thinking getting in your way can be enormously freeing and empowering! Through our work we would look at coping strategies, building resilience and awareness, supporting you in understanding patterns and shifting behaviour towards how you want to be. My approach is one of calm, compassion and care and I hope for you, some new perspective and light.
BACP Registered ID: 01031898
Long Term Relationships, Marriage, and Intimacy are my areas of passion. I have been in private practice for over 16 years. Those of us who are in relationships understand the complexities and hardships that come along with trying to maintain love, closeness and intimacy.
BACP Registered ID: 01031898
Long Term Relationships, Marriage, and Intimacy are my areas of passion. I have been in private practice for over 16 years. Those of us who are in relationships understand the complexities and hardships that come along with trying to maintain love, closeness and intimacy.
My goal is to enable a strong mental foundation where mindful skills will help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward. I am HCPC-registered in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Supervisor, providing services beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT or ST), the most effective and intuitive psychological framework.
My goal is to enable a strong mental foundation where mindful skills will help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward. I am HCPC-registered in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Supervisor, providing services beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT or ST), the most effective and intuitive psychological framework.
I offer a balanced set of approaches that I can apply to suit your needs. Some people are better helped with insights into their patterns; others may need more skills and again others may feel they do everything right yet they are still unhappy. I strongly believe in trying out new behaviour, as this creates the biggest shifts and minimizes relapse. I integrate lifestyle factors such as nutrition when necessary. When the chemicals aren't right, talking isn't going to lift your mood. We will always explore the source of your issues, relating it to your system, so as to radically release and uproot it and make change more effortless.
I offer a balanced set of approaches that I can apply to suit your needs. Some people are better helped with insights into their patterns; others may need more skills and again others may feel they do everything right yet they are still unhappy. I strongly believe in trying out new behaviour, as this creates the biggest shifts and minimizes relapse. I integrate lifestyle factors such as nutrition when necessary. When the chemicals aren't right, talking isn't going to lift your mood. We will always explore the source of your issues, relating it to your system, so as to radically release and uproot it and make change more effortless.
I work with both individuals, couples and families, specialising in helping those with relationship difficulties, low-self esteem, anxiety and depression. Relationships are the most exciting and fulfilling aspect in our lives, but they can also be difficult and challenging. Most relationships go through a difficult patch at some time. Through counselling, you can learn how to stop fights from escalating, identify and change the underlying patterns that cause them and reconnect to the bond that you share with each other.
I work with both individuals, couples and families, specialising in helping those with relationship difficulties, low-self esteem, anxiety and depression. Relationships are the most exciting and fulfilling aspect in our lives, but they can also be difficult and challenging. Most relationships go through a difficult patch at some time. Through counselling, you can learn how to stop fights from escalating, identify and change the underlying patterns that cause them and reconnect to the bond that you share with each other.
I am a Pluralistic Therapist who integrates elements of Humanistic, Psychodynamic, CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and Coaching approaches. My aim is to empower you to lead a life that is more peaceful, content, and fulfilling. I conduct sessions in both English and German. My sessions are tailored to meet your unique needs. By employing a blended approach, we can uncover and explore potential subconscious blocks and their origins that may be contributing to negative emotions. Together, we will work towards identifying and achieving your positive life goals and supportive change.
I am a Pluralistic Therapist who integrates elements of Humanistic, Psychodynamic, CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) and Coaching approaches. My aim is to empower you to lead a life that is more peaceful, content, and fulfilling. I conduct sessions in both English and German. My sessions are tailored to meet your unique needs. By employing a blended approach, we can uncover and explore potential subconscious blocks and their origins that may be contributing to negative emotions. Together, we will work towards identifying and achieving your positive life goals and supportive change.
My approach to therapy is existential-phenomenological, but my training is integrative and I draw on psychodynamic and person-centred models of therapy as well as CBT whenever I feel they may be helpful to my clients. I gained my MA in Psychotherapy at Regent’s University’s School of Psychotherapy & Counselling Psychology in London where I wrote a dissertation on the experience of regret as a catalyst for change. I have and Advanced Diploma in Existential Psychotherapy and existential philosophy tends to influence the way I look at the world. I am bilingual and practice in English and Italian.
My approach to therapy is existential-phenomenological, but my training is integrative and I draw on psychodynamic and person-centred models of therapy as well as CBT whenever I feel they may be helpful to my clients. I gained my MA in Psychotherapy at Regent’s University’s School of Psychotherapy & Counselling Psychology in London where I wrote a dissertation on the experience of regret as a catalyst for change. I have and Advanced Diploma in Existential Psychotherapy and existential philosophy tends to influence the way I look at the world. I am bilingual and practice in English and Italian.
Feeling stuck? The causes can be many: relationship issues, redundancy, bored in the job or even things sometimes termed as “mental illness.” I use that last term carefully because though it can help define the symptoms, if often fails to get at the human story beneath which is always there and needs addressing as well as any medical issues. In my sessions my aim is to help you past what eve holds you back into a better life- whatever that means to you.
Feeling stuck? The causes can be many: relationship issues, redundancy, bored in the job or even things sometimes termed as “mental illness.” I use that last term carefully because though it can help define the symptoms, if often fails to get at the human story beneath which is always there and needs addressing as well as any medical issues. In my sessions my aim is to help you past what eve holds you back into a better life- whatever that means to you.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in W11
100+
Average cost per session
£85
Counsellors in W11 who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
84% | Relationship Issues |
84% | Depression |
84% | Self Esteem |
80% | Stress |
70% | Trauma and PTSD |
59% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
78% | Aviva |
61% | AXA PPP |
57% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in W11 see their clients
75% | In Person and Online | |
25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
24% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |