Counselling in WC1E
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist offering specialist individual psychological therapy online for adults. I provide an empathic, non-judgemental, collaborative space in which people feel safe to explore their difficulties and make changes in their life. I have experience working with people who are seeking therapy for a variety of reasons, including depression and anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, trauma, psychosis, difficulties with sex and people living with long-term health conditions, including cancer and HIV.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist offering specialist individual psychological therapy online for adults. I provide an empathic, non-judgemental, collaborative space in which people feel safe to explore their difficulties and make changes in their life. I have experience working with people who are seeking therapy for a variety of reasons, including depression and anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, trauma, psychosis, difficulties with sex and people living with long-term health conditions, including cancer and HIV.
I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist with years of NHS / CAMHS experience. I work with young people (0-25yo) experiencing emotional difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, depression, attention/concentration issues, and low self-esteem. Young children may express their distress through separation anxiety, feeding/sleep issues, or outbursts. For young people, it can present as generalised anxiety, school refusal, aggression, peer relationship difficulties, self-harming behaviours, or suicidal thoughts. I work with parents who often feel overwhelmed and seek support to understand what is happening and how to best respond.
I am a Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist with years of NHS / CAMHS experience. I work with young people (0-25yo) experiencing emotional difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, depression, attention/concentration issues, and low self-esteem. Young children may express their distress through separation anxiety, feeding/sleep issues, or outbursts. For young people, it can present as generalised anxiety, school refusal, aggression, peer relationship difficulties, self-harming behaviours, or suicidal thoughts. I work with parents who often feel overwhelmed and seek support to understand what is happening and how to best respond.
I have the ability to really sit and be present with adolescents and young people (up to the age of 25 years) and their families and consider their emotional experiences. They may be worried about life transitions, such as the next steps after leaving university or moving schools, or parental divorce. They may have social anxiety and are struggling to attend school or they have had a traumatic experience but unable to talk about it. Good emotional health starts with a safe place to talk, and make meaning out of difficult experiences.
I have the ability to really sit and be present with adolescents and young people (up to the age of 25 years) and their families and consider their emotional experiences. They may be worried about life transitions, such as the next steps after leaving university or moving schools, or parental divorce. They may have social anxiety and are struggling to attend school or they have had a traumatic experience but unable to talk about it. Good emotional health starts with a safe place to talk, and make meaning out of difficult experiences.
I offer short- and long-term adult psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I aim to create a non-judgemental and collaborative relationship that facilitates self-understanding. Psychotherapy is a way for us to think together about your past and its impact on your present thoughts and actions. By supporting you to speak freely, and by listening, I can help you better understand and work through your experiences, transforming their effects. Psychotherapy should be a challenging but rewarding process where you gain greater agency and satisfaction in your life.
I offer short- and long-term adult psychodynamic and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. I aim to create a non-judgemental and collaborative relationship that facilitates self-understanding. Psychotherapy is a way for us to think together about your past and its impact on your present thoughts and actions. By supporting you to speak freely, and by listening, I can help you better understand and work through your experiences, transforming their effects. Psychotherapy should be a challenging but rewarding process where you gain greater agency and satisfaction in your life.
Many of us will experience mental health difficulties at some point in our lives. I have a particular passion for supporting clients to work towards improved quality of life by reducing distress and achieving their goals. I believe in taking a collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgemental approach with clients, drawing on principles from a range of psychological models for intervention, with particular interest and experience in treating mood disorders (including bipolar affective disorder), psychosis, anxiety, post-traumatic stress reactions, and unusual experiences.
Many of us will experience mental health difficulties at some point in our lives. I have a particular passion for supporting clients to work towards improved quality of life by reducing distress and achieving their goals. I believe in taking a collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgemental approach with clients, drawing on principles from a range of psychological models for intervention, with particular interest and experience in treating mood disorders (including bipolar affective disorder), psychosis, anxiety, post-traumatic stress reactions, and unusual experiences.
Sometimes life can prove truly relentless. We have all experienced times when several challenges have simultaneously knocked at our door, perhaps when there is already so much we are holding for ourselves and our loved ones. Perhaps you are battling with a lack of meaning and purpose, relationship or work issues, climate grief, addiction. Maybe you feel isolated, lost in a fast-changing world that does not match your values, or stuck in recurring patterns that are no longer serving you. It could be that you are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal thoughts, and you do not quite know what to do with them.
Sometimes life can prove truly relentless. We have all experienced times when several challenges have simultaneously knocked at our door, perhaps when there is already so much we are holding for ourselves and our loved ones. Perhaps you are battling with a lack of meaning and purpose, relationship or work issues, climate grief, addiction. Maybe you feel isolated, lost in a fast-changing world that does not match your values, or stuck in recurring patterns that are no longer serving you. It could be that you are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, suicidal thoughts, and you do not quite know what to do with them.
Hey! What brings you here? What hurts? What are your struggles? What keeps you stuck? Is it a relationship with a loved one? A parent, a child, a partner or a friend? Is it depression, overwhelming feelings of sadness, loss of joy, sleepless nights, no desire to get out of bed, avoiding friends or family members? Is it anxiety or panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, constantly worrying, creating worst scenarios? Is it a sense of not feeling good enough, comparing yourself to others in a negative light, second guessing your actions, feeling judged, having a sense that your existence is a waste of time?
Hey! What brings you here? What hurts? What are your struggles? What keeps you stuck? Is it a relationship with a loved one? A parent, a child, a partner or a friend? Is it depression, overwhelming feelings of sadness, loss of joy, sleepless nights, no desire to get out of bed, avoiding friends or family members? Is it anxiety or panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, constantly worrying, creating worst scenarios? Is it a sense of not feeling good enough, comparing yourself to others in a negative light, second guessing your actions, feeling judged, having a sense that your existence is a waste of time?
My approach to therapy is quite simple, if you are struggling with psychological or bodily issues you will want to feel safe in exploring them. I offer a place of safety and confidentiality to find meaning to these difficulties. The therapeutic relationship we develop will allow you to feel heard and for you to express aspects of yourself that have been hidden or you don’t feel great about. You might struggle in relationships or you are using less than helpful ways to cope. You might be suffering in silence or appear to others to be fine but your not. Talking in confidence without judgement can often alleviate some of this.
My approach to therapy is quite simple, if you are struggling with psychological or bodily issues you will want to feel safe in exploring them. I offer a place of safety and confidentiality to find meaning to these difficulties. The therapeutic relationship we develop will allow you to feel heard and for you to express aspects of yourself that have been hidden or you don’t feel great about. You might struggle in relationships or you are using less than helpful ways to cope. You might be suffering in silence or appear to others to be fine but your not. Talking in confidence without judgement can often alleviate some of this.
Whatever may be troubling you, I welcome you to get in touch, to see how I can help you. I have particular experience of working with relationship and family issues and can offer specialised help with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. I have worked as a psychotherapist within an NHS service and I have experience of providing long term counselling to medical professionals. Alongside my private practice, I currently work as a counsellor at a leading drama school.
Whatever may be troubling you, I welcome you to get in touch, to see how I can help you. I have particular experience of working with relationship and family issues and can offer specialised help with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. I have worked as a psychotherapist within an NHS service and I have experience of providing long term counselling to medical professionals. Alongside my private practice, I currently work as a counsellor at a leading drama school.
You may come to therapy to speak about issues that make you angry, afraid or unhappy or that simply don't make sense. Understanding that we are all unique, with our own strengths, qualities and interests, as well as challenges, is hugely important for our well-being. We also know that through having a balanced view of ourselves, we can feel better equipped to cope with difficult emotional and psychological experiences and make positive connections with others. In our sessions, we will have the chance to explore whatever is troubling you to help you identify and confront such issues and feel more confident about yourself.
You may come to therapy to speak about issues that make you angry, afraid or unhappy or that simply don't make sense. Understanding that we are all unique, with our own strengths, qualities and interests, as well as challenges, is hugely important for our well-being. We also know that through having a balanced view of ourselves, we can feel better equipped to cope with difficult emotional and psychological experiences and make positive connections with others. In our sessions, we will have the chance to explore whatever is troubling you to help you identify and confront such issues and feel more confident about yourself.
Hello, my name is Yue, I am a qualified bilingual counsellor. Life can be challenging, full of uncertainties, sometimes make us feel out of control. You may feel depressed, empty, anxious or angry; you may find it’s difficult to make sense of things happened on you or others; you may struggle within a relationship or feel lost of meanings. I am here to help by providing a secure, non-judgmental space for you to express. We may focus on the presenting issue or look at how the past and present influence each other, we will identify patterns, triggers or core believes, we work together on this journey of healing and change.
Hello, my name is Yue, I am a qualified bilingual counsellor. Life can be challenging, full of uncertainties, sometimes make us feel out of control. You may feel depressed, empty, anxious or angry; you may find it’s difficult to make sense of things happened on you or others; you may struggle within a relationship or feel lost of meanings. I am here to help by providing a secure, non-judgmental space for you to express. We may focus on the presenting issue or look at how the past and present influence each other, we will identify patterns, triggers or core believes, we work together on this journey of healing and change.
I am here to help you with your psychological problems including emotional, mental health, family, relationship and life difficulties. Over the years, I helped thousands of clients and will be happy to work with you too. I specialise in mental health problems such as Trauma, PTSD, anger, anxiety, depression etc. working with adults, couples, families, young people and children using a variety of therapy models including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focussed Couple Therapy. I also offer therapy in Turkish .
I am here to help you with your psychological problems including emotional, mental health, family, relationship and life difficulties. Over the years, I helped thousands of clients and will be happy to work with you too. I specialise in mental health problems such as Trauma, PTSD, anger, anxiety, depression etc. working with adults, couples, families, young people and children using a variety of therapy models including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotionally Focussed Couple Therapy. I also offer therapy in Turkish .
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist (trained at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London) and researcher (University College London, at present), offering CBT, DBT, EMDR and schema therapy, online and in-person in Central London. I am HCPC registered and BPS-chartered. I have over 15-years experience working across a range of clinical and academic contexts, publishing peer-reviewed research into mental health and receiving specialist, post-qualification training in a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist (trained at the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London) and researcher (University College London, at present), offering CBT, DBT, EMDR and schema therapy, online and in-person in Central London. I am HCPC registered and BPS-chartered. I have over 15-years experience working across a range of clinical and academic contexts, publishing peer-reviewed research into mental health and receiving specialist, post-qualification training in a variety of therapeutic approaches.
Our mental health and wellbeing are paramount to us. It saddens me to sometimes to see what little care we take of it. We see our GP’s as soon as we have a physical ailment. However, tend to ignore how we feel emotionally, forgetting our emotional wellbeing is part of our whole-making. It has been my life long passion to encourage people to put themselves first and follow their dreams. I am a great believer in the power of our mind and what we can achieve if we dare to. We all experience some form of distress in our lives. We feel sad, angry, lonely, depressed, anxious, stressed, grief or even feeling that we cant always explain.
Our mental health and wellbeing are paramount to us. It saddens me to sometimes to see what little care we take of it. We see our GP’s as soon as we have a physical ailment. However, tend to ignore how we feel emotionally, forgetting our emotional wellbeing is part of our whole-making. It has been my life long passion to encourage people to put themselves first and follow their dreams. I am a great believer in the power of our mind and what we can achieve if we dare to. We all experience some form of distress in our lives. We feel sad, angry, lonely, depressed, anxious, stressed, grief or even feeling that we cant always explain.
Engaging in therapy is a courageous act of self-care. In our sessions, you will find a safe, compassionate, and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges without judgment. I support adults, adolescents, and families navigating stress, anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, relational challenges, life transitions and trauma. I am especially passionate about helping young people and adults to develop meaningful coping strategies as they navigate academic, social, and cultural challenges.
Engaging in therapy is a courageous act of self-care. In our sessions, you will find a safe, compassionate, and confidential space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges without judgment. I support adults, adolescents, and families navigating stress, anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, relational challenges, life transitions and trauma. I am especially passionate about helping young people and adults to develop meaningful coping strategies as they navigate academic, social, and cultural challenges.
Dr Alison Pak completed her BSc (Hons) at University College, London, a Masters in Social and Developmental Psychology at the University of Cambridge, and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at University College, London. She has experience working in various NHS settings and in private practice, and is currently based in a practice in South West London. Dr Pak draws on a range of therapeutic models (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy), often including creativity as one of her core competencies.
Dr Alison Pak completed her BSc (Hons) at University College, London, a Masters in Social and Developmental Psychology at the University of Cambridge, and her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at University College, London. She has experience working in various NHS settings and in private practice, and is currently based in a practice in South West London. Dr Pak draws on a range of therapeutic models (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy), often including creativity as one of her core competencies.
I'm an integrative psychotherapist specialising in psychosexual and relationship therapy. I trained with London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy and am a registered member of COSRT. I'm passionate about my work, supporting individuals and couples from all backgrounds including sexual trauma survivors, migrants, LGBTQ+, and GSRD. I offer therapy for a wide range of sexual and relationship issues. I tailor my therapeutic tools and approaches to individual clients’ needs. These include CBT, attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy, imago therapy and existential therapy in addition to a wide range of psychosexual tools.
I'm an integrative psychotherapist specialising in psychosexual and relationship therapy. I trained with London Diploma in Psychosexual and Relationship Therapy and am a registered member of COSRT. I'm passionate about my work, supporting individuals and couples from all backgrounds including sexual trauma survivors, migrants, LGBTQ+, and GSRD. I offer therapy for a wide range of sexual and relationship issues. I tailor my therapeutic tools and approaches to individual clients’ needs. These include CBT, attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy, imago therapy and existential therapy in addition to a wide range of psychosexual tools.
I am a Clinical Psychologist. I specialise in treating trauma, PTSD, and attachment related difficulties. I also provide therapy for a range of depression and anxiety related issues. I am registered with the HCPC and have over 10 years experience of working in mental health settings across the NHS and private practice. I have specialist training in relational and trauma therapies including Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Everyone has their own unique challenges and struggles and so I provide a tailored approach to suit your individual needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist. I specialise in treating trauma, PTSD, and attachment related difficulties. I also provide therapy for a range of depression and anxiety related issues. I am registered with the HCPC and have over 10 years experience of working in mental health settings across the NHS and private practice. I have specialist training in relational and trauma therapies including Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. Everyone has their own unique challenges and struggles and so I provide a tailored approach to suit your individual needs.
Hi! My name is Maria Goga and I am a London based therapist. I have a background in the performing arts, having also trained as an actor. My creative pursuits enhance my practice, as I learnt the importance of empathy through acting and being able to understand and give life to characters completely different from myself. I use this experience in my therapeutic practice - I am very good at putting myself in someone else's shoes and I never judge someone else's experience - which I believe is the cornerstone of counselling. I work in an integrative way with a focus on the therapeutic relationship.
Hi! My name is Maria Goga and I am a London based therapist. I have a background in the performing arts, having also trained as an actor. My creative pursuits enhance my practice, as I learnt the importance of empathy through acting and being able to understand and give life to characters completely different from myself. I use this experience in my therapeutic practice - I am very good at putting myself in someone else's shoes and I never judge someone else's experience - which I believe is the cornerstone of counselling. I work in an integrative way with a focus on the therapeutic relationship.
I am a fully qualified counsellor and psychotherapist based in Central/North London. I specialise in attachment, self-worth, relational issues and cultural/ identity issues. I provide a safe, warm and non-judgemental space to explore what is going on in your life. Any issue, big or small is valued, and together we can work through anything from daily struggles to deep-rooted issues. In a fast-paced world, with constant pressures on us, it can be difficult to find the emotional and physical space for yourself and your feelings. This is what I can help you with.
I am a fully qualified counsellor and psychotherapist based in Central/North London. I specialise in attachment, self-worth, relational issues and cultural/ identity issues. I provide a safe, warm and non-judgemental space to explore what is going on in your life. Any issue, big or small is valued, and together we can work through anything from daily struggles to deep-rooted issues. In a fast-paced world, with constant pressures on us, it can be difficult to find the emotional and physical space for yourself and your feelings. This is what I can help you with.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in WC1E
30+
Average cost per session
£100
Counsellors in WC1E who prioritize treating:
| 94% | Depression |
| 90% | Relationship Issues |
| 87% | Anxiety |
| 87% | Self Esteem |
| 68% | Stress |
| 65% | Bereavement |
| 65% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 77% | Aviva |
| 69% | AXA PPP |
| 69% | WPA |
How Counsellors in WC1E see their clients
| 71% | In Person and Online | |
| 29% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 79% | Female | |
| 21% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in WC1E?
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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.