Counselling in WC1X
Just by being curious, you are making the first initial step. By coming onto this platform with the intention of having a look, to see who you think you might like to work with. This potential journey is all about you and your discovery, but in order to do that I will share with you my discovery. My lived experience has given a depth of knowledge, that has now brought me to a place where I feel, not only have I embraced who I truly am, but curiosity, strength, compassion, and empathy have given me the ability to support others through those more challenging moments in life.
Just by being curious, you are making the first initial step. By coming onto this platform with the intention of having a look, to see who you think you might like to work with. This potential journey is all about you and your discovery, but in order to do that I will share with you my discovery. My lived experience has given a depth of knowledge, that has now brought me to a place where I feel, not only have I embraced who I truly am, but curiosity, strength, compassion, and empathy have given me the ability to support others through those more challenging moments in life.
I am a UKCP accredited Relational Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist. My approach is relational, which is an efficacious and powerful model of working with individuals who struggle with psychological, emotional and relational distress. Relationships are at the very heart of what it is to be human and a specific pattern of relating might be the roots of psychological distress. In the first sessions, we can explore what are your difficulties and together according to your needs we can create a specific treatment plan.
I am a UKCP accredited Relational Transactional Analysis Psychotherapist. My approach is relational, which is an efficacious and powerful model of working with individuals who struggle with psychological, emotional and relational distress. Relationships are at the very heart of what it is to be human and a specific pattern of relating might be the roots of psychological distress. In the first sessions, we can explore what are your difficulties and together according to your needs we can create a specific treatment plan.
Hello, I'm Maria, a psychotherapist and art therapist based in London. I offer 1:1 psychotherapy or art therapy sessions, both online and in person. Additionally, I conduct creative and reflective art workshops and group (art) therapy. Drawing from years of experience as a psychotherapist in Brazil, where I worked with diverse client groups, my focus currently is on mental health, especially supporting women and girls on their personal journeys.
Art psychotherapy, to me, is a transformative medium that transcends traditional therapy. Through the expressive use of art materials and dialogue, it unlocks profound insights and
Hello, I'm Maria, a psychotherapist and art therapist based in London. I offer 1:1 psychotherapy or art therapy sessions, both online and in person. Additionally, I conduct creative and reflective art workshops and group (art) therapy. Drawing from years of experience as a psychotherapist in Brazil, where I worked with diverse client groups, my focus currently is on mental health, especially supporting women and girls on their personal journeys.
Art psychotherapy, to me, is a transformative medium that transcends traditional therapy. Through the expressive use of art materials and dialogue, it unlocks profound insights and
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, attentive and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on in your life. As a humanistic psychotherapist, I work collaboratively and at your pace, helping you explore your thoughts, feelings and patterns with curiosity. Together we make careful sense of what has shaped you and how you have come to relate to yourself and others. From this deeper understanding, new possibilities can emerge, creating greater freedom in how you meet your life now.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and you don’t have to face it alone. I offer a warm, attentive and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly about what’s going on in your life. As a humanistic psychotherapist, I work collaboratively and at your pace, helping you explore your thoughts, feelings and patterns with curiosity. Together we make careful sense of what has shaped you and how you have come to relate to yourself and others. From this deeper understanding, new possibilities can emerge, creating greater freedom in how you meet your life now.
I have extensive experience working with a broad spectrum of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, attachment issues, and the effects of abuse. My approach focuses on helping clients unravel complex or distressing emotions, guiding them toward greater self-awareness. This increased awareness empowers them to process painful experiences, overcome psychological barriers, and progress toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
I have extensive experience working with a broad spectrum of mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, attachment issues, and the effects of abuse. My approach focuses on helping clients unravel complex or distressing emotions, guiding them toward greater self-awareness. This increased awareness empowers them to process painful experiences, overcome psychological barriers, and progress toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Thank you for visiting my page. I am a registered psychotherapeutic counsellor. I support individuals with their general wellbeing, with particular areas of anxiety and stress, either on a short or long term basis. My main interests and expertise are helping people through significant change, connecting people with their feelings. Counselling can involve different types of loss. I have worked with bereavement, working with depression, abuse (sexual, physical, emotional and financial) anxiety and stress. I see clients face to face in WC1X, E17 and NW5, as well as over Zoom
Thank you for visiting my page. I am a registered psychotherapeutic counsellor. I support individuals with their general wellbeing, with particular areas of anxiety and stress, either on a short or long term basis. My main interests and expertise are helping people through significant change, connecting people with their feelings. Counselling can involve different types of loss. I have worked with bereavement, working with depression, abuse (sexual, physical, emotional and financial) anxiety and stress. I see clients face to face in WC1X, E17 and NW5, as well as over Zoom
Therapy with me is calm, direct and deeply relational. I bring over three decades of experience in the helping professions and a systemic lens that looks beyond symptoms to patterns, between people, across generations and within the wider context of your life. Today’s pressures are real, and the pace of modern life impacts relationships, parenting and wellbeing. It is important to recognise this factor as it can leave people feeling helpless and a victim of their own lives . I work with individuals, couples and families navigating conflict, disconnection, parenting stress and separation, with sessions tailored and outcome-focused.
Therapy with me is calm, direct and deeply relational. I bring over three decades of experience in the helping professions and a systemic lens that looks beyond symptoms to patterns, between people, across generations and within the wider context of your life. Today’s pressures are real, and the pace of modern life impacts relationships, parenting and wellbeing. It is important to recognise this factor as it can leave people feeling helpless and a victim of their own lives . I work with individuals, couples and families navigating conflict, disconnection, parenting stress and separation, with sessions tailored and outcome-focused.
Many of us grew up before people talked much about mental, emotional and relational fitness (in some cultures, it’s still not talked about). We've had caregivers and authority figures with their own unhealed wounds, limiting their ability to support our development and model healthy life skills. Add in societal norms that overvalue intellectual and economic achievements, various forms of systemic and culturally sanctioned oppression, lack of awareness of neurodiversity ... Is it any wonder that many of us are left with a kind of psychological malnutrition, some wonky beliefs, and a lot of shame and guilt and mean voices in our head?
Many of us grew up before people talked much about mental, emotional and relational fitness (in some cultures, it’s still not talked about). We've had caregivers and authority figures with their own unhealed wounds, limiting their ability to support our development and model healthy life skills. Add in societal norms that overvalue intellectual and economic achievements, various forms of systemic and culturally sanctioned oppression, lack of awareness of neurodiversity ... Is it any wonder that many of us are left with a kind of psychological malnutrition, some wonky beliefs, and a lot of shame and guilt and mean voices in our head?
Maybe you can see where you want to be and don't know how to get there, or maybe you just feel totally lost.
Are you finding yourself repeating old patterns, or in habits that you just know aren't helpful, but don't seem to be able to stop? Maybe you're avoiding things in life because it just feels too much. You might understand what the issue is, and why it’s there - and yet you still feel the same.
Or is there something you really could do with talking about, but you've been putting it off, or you just aren't sure where to start?
You are not alone. I can help - in London, Hertfordshire, and across the UK online.
Maybe you can see where you want to be and don't know how to get there, or maybe you just feel totally lost.
Are you finding yourself repeating old patterns, or in habits that you just know aren't helpful, but don't seem to be able to stop? Maybe you're avoiding things in life because it just feels too much. You might understand what the issue is, and why it’s there - and yet you still feel the same.
Or is there something you really could do with talking about, but you've been putting it off, or you just aren't sure where to start?
You are not alone. I can help - in London, Hertfordshire, and across the UK online.
Perhaps you feel as though you have lost yourself somewhere, that you cannot feel the ground beneath your feet. Perhaps you have suffered trauma, that you have never felt able to explore. Perhaps you are mourning - longing for a beloved being, or for some hope or dream. Or perhaps you simply want to know yourself better – who you are, why you are, how you are – and who you might become.
Perhaps you feel as though you have lost yourself somewhere, that you cannot feel the ground beneath your feet. Perhaps you have suffered trauma, that you have never felt able to explore. Perhaps you are mourning - longing for a beloved being, or for some hope or dream. Or perhaps you simply want to know yourself better – who you are, why you are, how you are – and who you might become.
My name is Ali — I’m a multidisciplinary artist and Integrative Arts Psychotherapist. I work individually with pre-teens, teenagers, and adults who, for whatever reason—diagnosed or not—are struggling to make it through the day. Whether you are a rational thinker who's intellectualizing no longer works or an artist creatively blocked, I draw upon my experience as an artist and psychotherapist to help you nurture the ability to play, create, and discover the choice-making child within you; a child unburdened by the story of your experiences and one who is able to turn pain into beauty.
My name is Ali — I’m a multidisciplinary artist and Integrative Arts Psychotherapist. I work individually with pre-teens, teenagers, and adults who, for whatever reason—diagnosed or not—are struggling to make it through the day. Whether you are a rational thinker who's intellectualizing no longer works or an artist creatively blocked, I draw upon my experience as an artist and psychotherapist to help you nurture the ability to play, create, and discover the choice-making child within you; a child unburdened by the story of your experiences and one who is able to turn pain into beauty.
Navdeep Kaur- Therapist, Global Majority/LGBTIA
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
2 Endorsed
London WC1X
Feeling anxious, lost, low or confused? Or are you struggling with your identity and self esteem? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck? In therapy we can explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviours and gain an understanding of your inner world.
My clients are predominantly from minority groups including Global Majority, LGBTQ+ and nuerodivergent people. I have developed a specialism for helping those with layered intersectionality and the challenges this brings when navigating the world. We work together and over time therapy helps you to establish deeper relationships and a clearer sense of self to enable change.
Feeling anxious, lost, low or confused? Or are you struggling with your identity and self esteem? Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed or stuck? In therapy we can explore your feelings, thoughts and behaviours and gain an understanding of your inner world.
My clients are predominantly from minority groups including Global Majority, LGBTQ+ and nuerodivergent people. I have developed a specialism for helping those with layered intersectionality and the challenges this brings when navigating the world. We work together and over time therapy helps you to establish deeper relationships and a clearer sense of self to enable change.
You have tried social media tips, talked to your friends and even AI, but you still don't feel any better. Talking to a qualified therapist can help. Therapy offers a space to explore more complex feelings in a safe, confidential and judgement free environment.
You might feel that no one understands you and you are not even sure you understand yourself. Are you taking this career path for you or to please your parents? You might be anxious, lost, overwhelmed or depressed and not sure what to do next. You might not even be sure about who you are.
You have tried social media tips, talked to your friends and even AI, but you still don't feel any better. Talking to a qualified therapist can help. Therapy offers a space to explore more complex feelings in a safe, confidential and judgement free environment.
You might feel that no one understands you and you are not even sure you understand yourself. Are you taking this career path for you or to please your parents? You might be anxious, lost, overwhelmed or depressed and not sure what to do next. You might not even be sure about who you are.
Perhaps you feel stuck, find yourself in the middle of a crisis, or you want a space in which to examine and reflect on your own story and what has brought you to the point you're at now. Perhaps you want to see if there is another way of telling your story. My intention is to grow a unique and collaborative relationship with you. We may work on your present situation as well as the whole of your history. The confidential space that therapy provides can bring healing of old patterns and wounds. It is my own wounds and periods of suffering and the growth that arose from those moments that have drawn me to this work.
Perhaps you feel stuck, find yourself in the middle of a crisis, or you want a space in which to examine and reflect on your own story and what has brought you to the point you're at now. Perhaps you want to see if there is another way of telling your story. My intention is to grow a unique and collaborative relationship with you. We may work on your present situation as well as the whole of your history. The confidential space that therapy provides can bring healing of old patterns and wounds. It is my own wounds and periods of suffering and the growth that arose from those moments that have drawn me to this work.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist. I have many years of experience working with a diverse range of people and whatever they choose to bring to their therapy. Are you feeling like it's time to change the patterns and behaviours that feel unhelpful and hinder your enjoyment of daily life? Working together, we can look at the past and the events in it which now inform your present. I work collaboratively, led by you, without judgement but with warmth and an open attitude. I believe in helping you feel seen and heard - really listened to, perhaps in a way you have not previously experienced.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist. I have many years of experience working with a diverse range of people and whatever they choose to bring to their therapy. Are you feeling like it's time to change the patterns and behaviours that feel unhelpful and hinder your enjoyment of daily life? Working together, we can look at the past and the events in it which now inform your present. I work collaboratively, led by you, without judgement but with warmth and an open attitude. I believe in helping you feel seen and heard - really listened to, perhaps in a way you have not previously experienced.
There is a freedom to art-making that is extremely powerful. It’s an incredible tool that is not only reflective, but healing too. As a fully qualified Art Psychotherapist, I support and encourage people to create and express their inner world, regardless of their ‘ability’ in a safe space without judgement. Art therapy also gives the opportunity for people to communicate where there isn’t a pressure to try and find the ‘right’ words. Instead, they can express in an instinctual way not bound to verbal language. People can bring themselves to this therapy that may have initially been difficult in a non-arts-based practice.
There is a freedom to art-making that is extremely powerful. It’s an incredible tool that is not only reflective, but healing too. As a fully qualified Art Psychotherapist, I support and encourage people to create and express their inner world, regardless of their ‘ability’ in a safe space without judgement. Art therapy also gives the opportunity for people to communicate where there isn’t a pressure to try and find the ‘right’ words. Instead, they can express in an instinctual way not bound to verbal language. People can bring themselves to this therapy that may have initially been difficult in a non-arts-based practice.
Hello, I'm Gina! Whether you’re navigating a challenging moment, feeling disconnected, or wanting to understand yourself more deeply. I offer a warm, grounded space to explore your experience with care and curiosity. You may be feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, overwhelmed by emotion, or simply wanting to understand your current life situation better. I offer therapy in English, Spanish, and Italian in central London.
Hello, I'm Gina! Whether you’re navigating a challenging moment, feeling disconnected, or wanting to understand yourself more deeply. I offer a warm, grounded space to explore your experience with care and curiosity. You may be feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, overwhelmed by emotion, or simply wanting to understand your current life situation better. I offer therapy in English, Spanish, and Italian in central London.
I’m Pritesh, a CBT and EMDR therapist helping high-performing people break free from emotional overload, trauma, and silent burnout.
I work with professionals who seem “fine” on the outside… but feel quietly overwhelmed, disconnected, or emotionally flat on the inside. I’m not the kind of therapist who just nods and asks, “And how does that make you feel?”
Clients often tell me, “You actually get it.” That’s because I believe therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or cold, it should feel like a grounded conversation that actually helps you move forward.
I’m Pritesh, a CBT and EMDR therapist helping high-performing people break free from emotional overload, trauma, and silent burnout.
I work with professionals who seem “fine” on the outside… but feel quietly overwhelmed, disconnected, or emotionally flat on the inside. I’m not the kind of therapist who just nods and asks, “And how does that make you feel?”
Clients often tell me, “You actually get it.” That’s because I believe therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or cold, it should feel like a grounded conversation that actually helps you move forward.
Are you struggling with relationship issues? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, panic attacks, emotional pain, challenging life transitions, workplace conflict, or loss? Do you feel stuck? Do you have unresolved family or boundary issues? Do you want to bring about positive change by identifying the tensions and negative thought patterns holding you back, as well as identifying any unhelpful ways of relating to oneself, others and the rest of the world? You are not alone - Talking to a psychotherapeutic counsellor can help.
Are you struggling with relationship issues? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, panic attacks, emotional pain, challenging life transitions, workplace conflict, or loss? Do you feel stuck? Do you have unresolved family or boundary issues? Do you want to bring about positive change by identifying the tensions and negative thought patterns holding you back, as well as identifying any unhelpful ways of relating to oneself, others and the rest of the world? You are not alone - Talking to a psychotherapeutic counsellor can help.
Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, pefectionism, ADHD, obsessive thoughts, stress, relationship and sexuality-related difficulties, loneliness and loss of direction in life. When feeling disoriented and troubled by any of these issues, the stable support of someone on our side can help to bring clarity. Together, we will engage with your deepest worries and explore ways of dealing with them.
Anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, pefectionism, ADHD, obsessive thoughts, stress, relationship and sexuality-related difficulties, loneliness and loss of direction in life. When feeling disoriented and troubled by any of these issues, the stable support of someone on our side can help to bring clarity. Together, we will engage with your deepest worries and explore ways of dealing with them.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in WC1X
70+
Average cost per session
£80
Counsellors in WC1X who prioritize treating:
| 91% | Anxiety |
| 88% | Self Esteem |
| 83% | Depression |
| 81% | Relationship Issues |
| 68% | Stress |
| 60% | Bereavement |
| 54% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 86% | AXA PPP |
| 73% | Aviva |
| 64% | WPA |
How Counsellors in WC1X see their clients
| 83% | In Person and Online | |
| 17% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 64% | Female | |
| 36% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in WC1X?
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.