Written by Luisa Kos
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Understanding grief and loss
If you are struggling with grief, know that support is available. Speaking to a professional can help you process your loss in a way that feels right for you.
How grief affects us
Emotional effects
- Profound sadness, emptiness, or despair
- Anger, irritability, or resentment (towards others, oneself, or even the person lost)
- Anxiety, fear, or uncertainty about the future
- Guilt and self-blame (“Could I have done something differently?”)
- Relief (especially after a long illness or a difficult relationship)
- Numbness or detachment from emotions
Cognitive and behavioural effects
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Forgetfulness or brain fog
- Restlessness or feeling constantly “on edge”
- Changes in sleeping or eating patterns
- Withdrawal from social connections
Physical effects
- Fatigue and exhaustion
- Aches and pains without a clear medical cause
- Digestive issues
- Weakened immune system
- Chest tightness or shortness of breath (common in intense grief)
Grief can also resurface at unexpected times—even years later. Anniversaries, birthdays, places, or even certain songs can bring back strong emotions. This is a normal part of the healing process.
The grief process: Is there a right way to grieve?
Many people are familiar with the five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance), but in reality, grief is not linear. It does not follow a predictable timeline. You may cycle through different emotions, feel “better” one day, and struggle the next.
Some experts describe grief as coming in waves—at first, the waves are constant and overwhelming, but over time, they become less frequent, even though they never fully disappear.
There is no set timeline for healing. Some people start to adjust within weeks or months, while others may take years to come to terms with their loss. Grief is not about “getting over it” but learning to live with it in a way that allows you to move forward while still honouring what you have lost.
Grief and relationships: The impact on those around you
Grief not only affects the individual but also their relationships. Some people withdraw from friends and family, while others seek connection and reassurance. It is common to experience:
- Frustration with loved ones who don’t seem to understand your grief
- Changes in communication styles (some people need to talk about their grief, while others prefer to process it internally)
- Conflicts arising from different ways of mourning within a family or community
- Feeling distant from friends or a partner due to the intensity of grief
If you are struggling to navigate grief within your relationships, therapy can help you express your needs and rebuild connections.
How to cope with grief
While there is no quick fix for grief, certain strategies can help:
1. Allow yourself to grieve in your own way
There is no single “right” way to process loss. Some people cry a lot, while others don’t cry at all. Some people need to talk, while others prefer solitude. However grief unfolds for you, it is valid.
2. Seek support
You don’t have to go through grief alone. Reach out to trusted friends, family, or support groups. Talking to a therapist can be especially helpful if your grief feels overwhelming or stuck.
3. Take care of your body
Grief can be physically exhausting. Try to prioritise:
- Sleep (even if it’s disrupted, aim for rest)
- Nutrition (eating small, nourishing meals can help)
- Movement (gentle exercise like walking can be grounding)
4. Honour your loss in meaningful ways
- Write a letter to the person or situation you’ve lost
- Create a memory book, journal, or art piece
- Light a candle or visit a meaningful place
5. Give yourself time and patience
Healing takes time. Some days will be harder than others, and that’s okay. The goal is not to “move on” but to find a way to live with grief that allows you to keep moving forward.
When to seek professional help
Grief is natural, but sometimes it can become overwhelming, prolonged, or interfere with daily life. You might benefit from therapy if:
- Your grief feels stuck or unbearable after a long period
- You struggle to function in daily life (work, relationships, self-care)
- You experience persistent guilt or self-blame
- You feel disconnected from the world around you
- You have intrusive thoughts about death or hopelessness
Therapists who specialise in grief can provide support, tools, and guidance to help you navigate your loss in a way that is meaningful to you.
Grief doesn’t hit us in tidy phases and stages, nor is it something that we forget and move on from; it is an individual process that has a momentum of its own, and the work involves finding ways of coping with our fear and pain, and also adjusting to this new version of ourselves, our “new normal.”
Find a specialist
Finding the right therapist to support you through grief is a personal process. Start by looking for specialists in grief, bereavement, or loss counselling, as they will have experience in helping people navigate the emotional, psychological, and relational challenges of grief. Consider whether you prefer in-person or online therapy, as well as the therapist’s approach—some may use talk therapy, mindfulness, or structured grief models, while others offer a more open-ended, client-led style. It’s also important to check their qualifications, experience, and accreditation with professional bodies like the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) or UKCP (UK Council for Psychotherapy). A good therapist should make you feel heard, validated, and supported rather than rushed through the process. Many therapists offer an initial consultation—use this time to see if their style and personality feel like a good fit for you. If it doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts and keep looking; the right support can make all the difference.
Therapists who can help with grief and loss
Matt Thomas
Hi, I’m Matt (he/him), a BACP registered Humanistic Therapist. I offer face to face sessions in Brighton and Hove and also work online and via telephone. Experiencing difficult feelings and struggling emotionally at times is a natural part of life. I can support you with this by making problems feel lighter – I will help you explore difficult events and feelings and help you to understand them in a safe, non-judgemental space. I can also help you find practical, tangible solutions to help manage your life that may draw on existing skills and resilience. Issues around race and LGBTQIA+ and your experience of the world are particularly important to me. Similarly, I will help you connect with your identity if you perhaps feel a little lost. I offer an initial online session at no cost to you. After that I charge £50 per 50 minute session.
Gemma Thomas
I offer Integrative, person-centred therapy. I have a detailed awareness of the impact of grief, anxiety, anger and stress. This is particularly true for (but not limited to) the workplace environment. I have an awareness and understanding of the issues impacting LGBTQIA people and neurodiverse individuals. I offer a personalised and trauma-informed service, tailored around your needs.
Dr Rebecca Lewis
Clinical Psychologist offering individual therapy (CBT, ACT, CFT, integrative) for various difficulties including low mood, anxiety, stress, low-self esteem, trauma, fertility difficulties and difficulties with sex. I also specialist in working with people living with long-term health conditions, including cancer and HIV.
Louise Cushen
I am a counsellor working in a person-centred way. I work with clients to discover and connect their own inner voice and understand their own emotions. By listening, reflecting and offering gentle curiosity. I help by providing an environment that clients feel they can sit with painful emotions to allow them to move on or find the route source of the anxiety they are experiencing. I have most experience working with teenagers, males aged 35-50 and adults discovering their neurodivergence. I also work with individual and couples,
Gillian Lock
How Gillian works and who she can help: Gillian is registered as an Integrative Psychotherapist and works with adult, couple relationships, adolescent, group and family therapy and career consulting. Integrative psychotherapy works with the whole person taking into consideration the body, mind, emotions and familial, social and cultural context of the individual. She will aim to explore a broad range of influences throughout the lifespan to assist the client to develop a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationship to others and to society. There will be an exploration of both the internal and external world of the client and the interaction between the two. There are a range of different therapeutic approaches which can be employed depending on the issues and age of the client. Integrative psychotherapy places emphasis on the confidential relationship developed between the therapist and client, with both actively engaged in the exploration of difficulties the client may be facing, the focus and direction of the therapy and the evaluation of the outcomes. Therapy may be short or longer-term and the duration will be agreed with the client. Gillian will maintain a non-judgemental, analytic, open minded curiosity towards the client, recognising that there are multiple truths and perspectives which are subjectively interpreted by each of us. Through open and honest dialogue, the client will be encouraged to develop the ability to take responsibility for themselves, the way they think and reflect, their future direction in life and how life events change and shape them but more importantly, how they choose to adapt to life’s challenges. Clients often wonder how therapy can be helpful to them and whether it is right for them. Gillian always suggests that the client tries a few sessions and then they can decide whether they feel at ease, feel comfortable being open with her and want to continue with what is always a very personal and subjective experience. A free 20 minute initial conversation by zoom or phone is available on request.
Jemima Atar
Sessions offer a space to explore thoughts, feelings, patterns, and narratives, while also attending to how experiences are held and processed in the body. In practice, this means that insight is sought not only through verbal processing, but also through creative expression and movement-based exploration.
I offer online sessions via Microsoft Teams for your convenience.
Patricia Deppe
As an integrative psychotherapist, I provide a compassionate, confidential space where you can explore the challenges you are facing at your own pace. I specialise in working with anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, I work with individuals and couples, supporting people to better understand their experiences, develop healthier ways of coping, and move towards lasting emotional wellbeing. Whether you are struggling with a recent crisis or long-standing patterns, I work alongside you with empathy and respect to help you find greater clarity, resilience, and hope.
Rebecca Conway
It’s normal to need support with our mental health and wellbeing. Sometimes we need help to feel more at ease in a specific area of our lives, or perhaps to explore why we feel the way we do. Whatever your hopes are for therapy, I strive to create a safe and supportive space tailored for you. I am a Clinical Psychologist, which means I am trained to support people with different hopes, needs, and difficulties, by using a wide range of therapies. I work by first understanding more about you and what has brought you to therapy, before agreeing on a therapeutic approach which will best suit your individual needs. I can support you with a range of difficulties, including work with children, young people, and adults. I also have specialist skills in therapy for trauma, antenatal and postnatal support, and parenting. Evidence-based therapies I regularly apply in my work include Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, and Systemic Therapy. No matter what your hopes are for therapy, you are welcome to reach out for an initial consultation. After this, we will go into more depth to establish a personalised therapy plan for you.
Maloney ‘Mel’ Liu
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? I’m Mel, an English-Chinese bilingual therapist and coach with a trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+-affirming (including asexuality) and neuro-affirming practice. It’s never too late to reap the benefits of a consistently safe, growth-fostering environment, address unmet psychological needs, and develop the core human skills we all need to thrive. We can review and edit the stories you tell yourself and distinguish between values you inherited and values that are truly yours. We can work with the brain you’ve got, not against it. We can break generational cycles and survival strategies that have outlived their usefulness and build a better future. Where would you like to start?
Michael O’Halloran
I work with people who’ve been through tough times. People who function well but are often anxious, depressed, overthinking, shutting down, avoiding, or second-guessing themselves. If that’s you, I want you to know: you don’t have to stay in that place forever. I am interested with helping you, by appreciating your uniqueness, and fostering a relationship built on trust. While focusing on your life now, we will explore and learn about your history, strengths, challenges, and aspirations. Helping you come to a place of understanding with reduced levels of anxiety and depression. I offer psychosynthesis counselling to help you understand and integrate the many parts of yourself, build the will to change, and reconnect with what matters. Sessions are collaborative, experiential, and tailored to your pace and goals. Our work together will include an initial assessment where we will clarify goals, values, and what matters to you. Ongoing sessions will be a mix of dialogue, creative exercises, and practical tasks. During reviews we will track changes, integrate learning, and plan next steps for continued growth.
Kalli Nikolopoulou
I specialise in Psychodynamic/Psychoanalytic and Integrative Psychotherapy, and the approach is tailored to each individual and their presenting concerns. There are no readymade solutions, rather an invitation to speak and discover the underlying causes of one’s suffering, and the unique possibilities for deep and meaningful change. I work on both short-term and open-ended basis.
Aishwarya Sambath
Chartered Counselling Psychologist | Complex Trauma, Emotional Dysregulation & Rebuilding Self-Worth.
You may have spent years feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, trapped in painful relationship patterns, or carrying the effects of experiences that continue to shape your life today. Perhaps you struggle with intense self-criticism, fear of abandonment, people-pleasing, or feeling as though you’re never quite “good enough.” You may have learnt to survive rather than truly live. If this resonates, you are not alone—and meaningful, lasting change is possible. I specialise in working with adults experiencing complex and longstanding emotional difficulties, particularly trauma, complex trauma, borderline personality disorder (emotionally unstable personality disorder), chronic low self-worth, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. Many of the people I work with have spent years feeling misunderstood or believing there is something fundamentally wrong with them. Rather than viewing symptoms in isolation, I seek to understand the experiences that have shaped them. Together, we make sense of the patterns that once helped you survive but may now be keeping you stuck, before working towards long-term change through re-skilling, developing healthier tools for living, and building more compassionate and sustainable ways of coping, relating and responding to life’s challenges. At the heart of my work is the belief that therapy should never be a one-size-fits-all experience. Every individual brings a unique story, and my integrative, compassion-focused approach allows therapy to be tailored to your specific needs, strengths and goals. I draw upon a range of evidence-based psychological therapies, including EMDR, Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and DBT-informed approaches, ensuring treatment is guided by what will be most effective for you rather than a single therapeutic model. Above all, I aim to provide a therapeutic relationship where you feel genuinely understood, accepted and safe enough to explore even the most difficult parts of your experience. Therapy can be challenging, but it should never feel like something you face alone. Whether you are processing trauma, navigating intense emotions, rebuilding your sense of self, or seeking to break longstanding patterns, I will work collaboratively with you to help you develop greater resilience, self-understanding and lasting change
Siobhan Campbell
Welcome. I am a highly experienced Integrative counsellor/psychotherapist offering online and telephone therapy sessions to adults 18+ and couples. I can provide both short term, goal focused counselling and longer term, in depth psychotherapy. I work in a relational way which means I see therapy as a joint endeavor between the client and myself in which we explore together what may be getting in the way of the client’s growth, success, happiness and what is causing difficulties, pain, confusion, sadness, anger or sense of ‘stuckness’. My aim is to provide a safe, attentive, and non-judgemental space where clients feel able to work with me to get whatever they want and need from therapy.
Viviane Talkeu
“We often carry more than one culture, more than one story, and more than one Self.” Many of the people I work with are navigating life between cultures — expats, mixed-heritage individuals, and internationally mobile professionals exploring identity, belonging, and life transitions. I also work with individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, burnout, and significant life changes. I offer a warm, reflective and non-judgmental space where you can explore whatever brings you to therapy, at your own pace. How Can I Help? I offer short-term (up to 12 sessions) and open-ended therapy. People come to me with: • Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm • Depression and low mood • Loneliness and isolation • Anger and anger management • Loss and bereavement • Relationship difficulties (personal, work, or with yourself) • Challenges adjusting to a new country or returning home • Exploration of cultural heritage and identity • Childhood or adult trauma • Family challenges • Separation and divorce • Social anxiety and feelings of inadequacy • Work stress and burnout • Low confidence or self-esteem • Life transitions, such as becoming a parent • Existential concerns and personal development • Psychedelic preparation and integration Viviane Talkeu Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor (UKCP accred., MBACP reg.) Individuals, Couples and Groups “We often carry more than one culture, more than one story, and more than one Self.” Many of the people I work with are navigating life between cultures — expats, mixed-heritage individuals, and internationally mobile professionals exploring identity, belonging, and life transitions. I also work with individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, burnout, and significant life changes. I offer a warm, reflective and non-judgmental space where you can explore whatever brings you to therapy, at your own pace. How Can I Help? I offer short-term (up to 12 sessions) and open-ended therapy. People come to me with: • Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm • Depression and low mood • Loneliness and isolation • Anger and anger management • Loss and bereavement • Relationship difficulties (personal, work, or with yourself) • Challenges adjusting to a new country or returning home • Exploration of cultural heritage and identity • Childhood or adult trauma • Family challenges • Separation and divorce • Social anxiety and feelings of inadequacy • Work stress and burnout • Low confidence or self-esteem • Life transitions, such as becoming a parent • Existential concerns and personal development • Psychedelic preparation and integration My Approach My integrative approach draws on Relational, Person-Centred, Trauma-Informed, and Somatic methods, tailored to each individual or couple. Therapy is collaborative and client-led — you bring what matters most, and we explore it together. I work from the belief that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to support you in developing greater awareness, confidence, and understanding of yourself and your relationships. Expat and Multicultural Clients With Eastern European and West African heritage, I grew up as a mixed-heritage, third-culture individual across France and Germany before moving to the UK. Having lived in several countries myself, I understand the emotional complexity of building a life in a new culture — the excitement, the uncertainty, the loneliness, and the gradual process of finding belonging. I work with expats, migrants, and internationally mobile professionals navigating cultural adjustment, as well as mixed-heritage and third-culture individuals exploring identity and belonging. I also work with multicultural couples navigating differences in language, values, and cultural expectations. Sessions can take place in English, French, German, Serbian or Spanish. Couples Therapy I offer couples therapy from an attachment-based perspective, helping partners explore patterns of communication and emotional dynamics within the relationship. The aim is not to assign blame, but to foster understanding and create new ways of relating to one another. Psychedelic Preparation & Integration I offer individual psychedelic preparation and integration sessions, supporting clients before and after psychedelic experiences to ensure they are as safe, intentional, and meaningful as possible. I also co-facilitate monthly integration circles — find out more at integrationcircle.online.
Ann-Louise McCarthy
My name is Ann-Louise McCarthy and I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist registered with UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy). I am also a member of CPJA (Council for Psychoanalytic and Jungian Analysts) and a Clinical Supervisor (Guild of Psychotherapists). My Psychotherapy and Counselling Practice is based in Whitstable, Kent which is easily accessible from Canterbury, Herne Bay and Faversham. I also provide online sessions. I am committed to providing a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment where we can explore issues and acknowledge psychological pain which may have been present throughout your life, or that may have developed over time in response to difficult life experiences and relationships. The aim of our work together is to identify, better understand and work through the issues that are impacting negatively on your life, to allow you to feel differently and to initiate positive change. It can be difficult to take the first steps towards starting therapy. You may be unsure what to expect, wonder whether you will feel safe or be uncertain about what will be expected of you in sessions. I am always happy to answer any questions you have to allow you to feel comfortable and to give you a sense of what therapy may be like and what to expect. I welcome this opportunity because I want you to feel comfortable so you will take the steps needed to experience therapy. An initial assessment appointment, which takes place at the beginning of a period of therapy, is also an opportunity for you to find out more about what therapy will be like and to ask any questions you may have.
Georgia Anderson
I work with a wide range of issues, supporting individuals and couples through emotional wellbeing, relationship challenges, neurodivergence, and psychosexual concerns. My approach is warm, integrative, and accessible, with adaptations for ADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia, and Dyslexia. I welcome clients from all backgrounds, religions, cultures, and races, offering a respectful, affirming space to explore what you’re facing and move toward greater clarity, connection, and confidence.
Gulsan Abubakar Karbani
With over 40 years of professional experience, I have supported individuals, couples, and families through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges. I spent 35 years working within the NHS as a Principal Genetic Counsellor, helping people navigate complex and often life-changing situations with compassion and understanding.
As a PNCPS Accredited counsellor and psychotherapist, I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and life transitions. My experience with people from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds enables me to provide therapy that is respectful, personalised, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
Juliette Darby
Hello and welcome.
I am a BACP registered, qualified humanistic integrative counsellor working online and in person with adults in North London.
Attending therapy can be helpful when we notice we are struggling with our life circumstances, our relationships or our sense of wellbeing. You might feel anxious and overwhelmed, low in mood & confidence; maybe suffering with difficult thoughts. Perhaps you are living with loss, the impact of a difficult childhood, interpersonal trauma, or from other distressing life events. You may have questions about your identity or purpose.
Therapy can help us to make sense of our feelings, emotions, behaviours and relationships. And as a humanistic counsellor I believe that feeling fully seen and understood in the presence of another can support this process so we can understand how we relate to ourselves and to others. I also believe that you are the expert of your own life and will have the answers within you to find a way forward that is right for you.
I seek to create a warm, accepting and welcoming environment where you will feel able to explore what is important for you and understand your needs more fully. A space that will enable you to acknowledge your lived experiences and their impact and move towards meaningful change.
We will work together collaboratively and at your own pace to enable you to be present to your emotions and understand your ‘felt sense’ of what is happening within you and in your relationships. With compassion, we will bring gentle attention to any self beliefs, harsh inner voices or relational patterns that might be getting in the way of you feeling at ease, connected and fulfilled, and learn new strategies so that you feel more able to take the next steps in your life.
LIRONA ROSENTHAL
I support adults and couples with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, work stress and burnout, identity and life transitions, fertility journeys, and the challenges of demanding careers. I also have extensive experience working with LGBTQ+ and gender-diverse clients.
Andrea Firth
I support clients performing under pressure—elite athletes, performing artists, and business leaders—by improving focus, managing anxiety, strengthening resilience, and enhancing communication, improving team dynamics and cohesion so they can perform at their best consistently.
Beatrice Norville
You might be feeling overwhelmed in your relationships, stuck in the same patterns, or unsure how to move forward. Perhaps communication has broken down, family dynamics feel heavy, or life transitions have left you feeling disconnected — from others or even from yourself. You don’t have to navigate this alone. I offer a warm, reflective space where you can slow things down and make sense of what’s happening for you. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, helping you explore your thoughts, feelings, and relational patterns with curiosity rather than judgement. I work with adults, couples, and families, including those adjusting to major life changes such as parenthood, relationship challenges, or shifts in family roles. Together, we can look at how these experiences are impacting you and begin to find new ways of understanding and relating. I also have a particular passion for supporting women of colour. I recognise that your experiences may be shaped by culture, identity, and expectations that aren’t always acknowledged or understood elsewhere. In our work, all parts of your experience are welcome. Whether you’re coming on your own or as part of a couple or family, therapy can be a space to feel heard, gain clarity, and begin creating the kind of relationships — with yourself and others — that feel more balanced and fulfilling.
Heather Sequeira
I specialise in OCD, trauma, PTSD, and complex presentations where previous therapy may not have led to lasting change. Many people come to me after trying established approaches but still feeling stuck in cycles of checking, monitoring, reassurance-seeking, rumination, avoidance, or intrusive thoughts. I work across the full range of OCD, including harm OCD, relationship OCD, POCD, shame-based OCD, checking, reassurance-seeking, and more common presentations. My approach combines evidence-based CBT for OCD, including ERP, with trauma-informed and ACT-informed methods where these are clinically useful. I also draw on specialist techniques and newer developments in OCD and trauma treatment that are not always part of standard therapy training, particularly for complex or treatment-resistant presentations. For some people, compulsive patterns are not only about intrusive thoughts. They are also linked to earlier trauma, chronic stress, shame, or a long-learned need to prevent things going wrong. I tailor therapy carefully to the person, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all protocol. The aim is not temporary relief, but lasting, meaningful change.
Lucy Castro
I believe meaningful change begins when we feel genuinely heard and understood. I offer a warm, collaborative therapeutic relationship where you can explore your experiences safely and honestly. Drawing on an integrative approach, I support clients to deepen self-awareness, process difficult emotions, understand relationship patterns, and reconnect with their own inner resources. My aim is not to fix you, but to help you understand yourself more fully and move towards a way of living that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
Justin Lee
Easy to talk to, open minded humanistic therapist, with 10+yrs of experience working predominantly with clients sufferring with deep anxiety as they face life choices they don’t know how to process.
Lowina Simms
How Individual Therapy Can Help Individual therapy offers a confidential space where you can slow down, reflect, and make sense of what you’re experiencing. Many people seek therapy when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Working with a trained professional can help you: • Understand the roots of difficult feelings or patterns • Develop healthier ways of coping with stress, anxiety, or low mood • Explore how past experiences may be influencing your present • Build confidence, self‑awareness, and emotional resilience • Make meaningful changes in behaviour, relationships, or thinking styles.
Jonathan Campbell
Integrative counselling is my area of expertise as a licensed and skilled counsellor. My therapy approach combines many components of various therapies, including Person-Centred, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic, Humanistic Approach, and Mindfulness. No one method can be used to treat a person in every circumstance. Therefore, my perspective is every individual must be considered, and integrative therapy methods must be customised to meet their unique needs and circumstances. I have almost ten years of experience as a personal therapist, working with clients ranging in age from seven to seventy, world-wide. I hold Two MSc in Psychology and Counselling Psychology, a Bachelor of Arts in Counselling (Integrative), and I’m presently working towards a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology. I have worked with people from a variety of sexual backgrounds, non-binary people, asylum seekers, and different cultures. I have worked with children, teenagers, and young adults who needed help with their schooling, personal problems, or who were at risk of social or academic isolation through counselling and mentoring with various agencies.
Yvanna Coopoosamy
Are you the one doing the emotional work in your relationship? Do you feel pressure to be a the best parent possible? Are you emotionally exhausted but struggle to self-care? Do you feel dismissed when you seek help for your physical health problems? Are you burnout from systems designed for neurotypicals? Do you want to be more understood in your romantic relationships? Are you experiencing discrimination, bullying or microaggressions? Let me join you wherever you are in your journey with yourself.
Susi Halley
Welcome! I’m Susi, an accredited, experienced Sex and Relationship Therapist. I work with a diverse range of clients to help them overcome challenges they are facing individually and those who want to resolve difficulties in their relationships.
Santiago De Ossorno Garcia
I specialise in brief, focused therapy that creates real change, sometimes in just one session, as I am an expert in Single Session and One at the time therapy. My primary approach is solution-focused, drawing on CBT, EMDR (for trauma), person-centred work, and brief strategic interventions, so we use whatever fits your situation rather than a fixed protocol. I support adults and young people with anxiety, depression and low mood, work stress and imposter syndrome, life transitions and grief, OCD and intrusive thoughts, relationship difficulties (individual work, not couples), addiction patterns, and the specific pressures of migration and expat life. Sessions run fully in English or Spanish. Most clients work with me for 1–8 sessions, occasionally extending to 12–16 when needed. Together we get clear on what you want to achieve and track whether our work together is actually helping, so therapy stays focused, honest, and accessible rather than open-ended by default.
Gavin Thorpe
You are here, so it looks like you need some help. I am here to support you as we work through whatever you would like to bring to the sessions to help move things forward. I am trying to write this without sounding pretentious and in a normal way. I hope that comes across. I appreciate that looking for and working with a therapist is daunting/strange/weird/exciting/confusing…whatever word you would like to insert here is all valid and welcome.
Ian Michie
20 years experience working across the NHS, addiction services and private practice
Mervyn Reid
Expert Counselling for Children, Individuals, Couples, Relationships, Families, and Clinical Supervision
Jonathan Humphreys
I help people who are feeling lost and are looking to explore how they might move forward. Increasingly, I am sought out by individuals who find that despite achieving the life they hoped are feeling lost and seeking direction. I have particular experience and expertise in helping clients experiencing: life transitions (particularly bereavement, parenthood, aging parents, significant diagnosis), relationship difficulties, a loss of meaning or purpose, low self worth or feeling stuck.
Ines Paula
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing, or simply harder than it should. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship difficulties, loss, life transitions, low self esteem, or a sense that something isn’t quite right, even if you can’t put it into words. Therapy offers a space where you can slow down, reflect, and make sense of your experiences in a supportive and non-judgemental environment. Together, we can explore the thoughts, feelings, and patterns that may be keeping you stuck, helping you develop a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships. My aim is not to tell you what to do, but to help you reconnect with your own strengths, gain clarity, and find new ways of responding to life’s challenges. Whatever brings you to therapy, you do not have to face it alone.
Morgane Le Cleuyou
I’m an integrative counsellor, which means I don’t work from a single fixed model — I draw on different approaches depending on what’s actually going to help you. Alongside talking therapy, I also offer hypnotherapy, EFT, and EMDR, particularly useful when words alone don’t quite reach the issue, or when something feels stuck in the body as much as the mind. I work with adults aged 16 and over, in West Hampstead and near Paddington/Lancaster Gate, as well as online.
Eliana Velasquez
My work is grounded in existential and psychodynamic psychotherapy and informed by trauma-focused practice. I support individuals navigating major life transitions, loss, relational and family challenges, fertility struggles, parenting, migration and cultural displacement, as well as anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, addiction, and the lasting impact of trauma. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish.
Katie Roper
I can support you with a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, overwhelm, relationship issues, bereavement and loss, and life transitions. Whether you are struggling with a specific issue or feeling unsure where to begin, I aim to provide a supportive environment where you feel seen, heard and understood. Together we can work towards finding a way forward.
Darren Vella
I offer a warm, supportive and non-judgemental space where we can explore whatever may be troubling you. People come to therapy for many reasons, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, life transitions, identity questions, grief, burnout and feeling stuck. Together we can develop a deeper understanding of your experiences, strengthen self-awareness and find ways to move towards a more fulfilling and authentic life. I have a particular interest in working with LGBTQ+ clients, neurodivergent individuals and those exploring identity, relationships and personal growth.
Paul Currie
Have you spent months or even years trying to understand your difficulties, yet still find yourself feeling stuck? Perhaps you know where your anxiety, intrusive thoughts, grief, or emotional patterns come from, but despite your best efforts, something deeper remains unresolved. I specialise in helping people work through trauma, grief, anxiety, OCD, and nervous system dysregulation, including feeling trapped in states of fight, flight, freeze, overwhelm, or emotional numbness. My approach combines compassionate therapy with somatic techniques that work directly with the body and nervous system, helping to address the deeper roots of difficulties rather than simply managing symptoms. Therapy can be a powerful opportunity not only to find relief from what is troubling you, but to reconnect with a greater sense of calm, resilience, meaning, and joy in life.
Howie Martinez
Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply aware that something needs to change, therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and start to move forward. I work with individuals and groups, drawing on Transactional Analysis and relational psychotherapy to help you understand the patterns that shape how you think, feel, and relate to others. Together we explore not just what’s happening on the surface, but the deeper dynamics underneath — because lasting change usually starts there. II also offer walking therapy sessions on Hoylake Beach for those who find movement and open space helpful to the therapeutic process. Whether you’re coming to therapy for the first time or returning after a break, I offer a free 15-minute consultation so you can get a feel for how I work before committing to anything.
Katie Simpson
BABCP & BACP Accredited CBT Therapist in King’s Heath, Birmingham. I specialise in anxiety, burnout, life transitions, and the psychological side of weight loss medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic). In-person, walk-and-talk, and online sessions available. Free 15-minute consultation — no referral needed.
Rebecca Cockayne
I’m Rebecca, an integrative therapist and coach who works with clients navigating confidence, identity, relationships, work stress, and emotional patterns that can feel hard to shift alone. I bring a calm, grounded presence to our work, and hold space for the parts of you that feel unseen, stuck, or uncertain while also gently supporting change. Before retraining in psychological therapies, I worked in high-pressure environments: first in banking, and later as a British diplomat. That experience deeply informs how I understand anxiety, burnout, performance pressure and identity struggles, especially for those in roles of responsibility. But our work doesn’t just stay in the world of achievement, it also explores attachment, emotion, family history, and the early relational experiences that shape how we move through the world. I’ve supported hundreds of clients internationally, across therapy, coaching, and EMDR. My approach is warm, attuned and thoughtful but also active, collaborative and grounded in evidence. I work well with people who are self-aware but feel stuck; who want to understand themselves more deeply and feel more like themselves in both their inner and outer worlds.
Juliet Carr
I understand that it is never easy to open up about the things that hurt the most, so our work together unfolds at your pace as I hold confidential, non-judgemental space where you can talk about whatever is worrying you. I provide a supportive space and work collaboratively, bringing my holistic awareness – clinical, creative and transpersonal – to help you develop deeper self awareness and understanding of your situation, so you can move through your difficulty. My clients come from many different backgrounds and life situations, and I’m experienced in helping with range of issues including: Stress and Anxiety Depression Sexual Abuse Relationship issues Childhood issues PTSD, trauma and panic attacks Bereavement and Loss Cultural and Identity issues Low self esteem Midlife transitions Work and employment concerns As an integrative counsellor and therapist, I work holistically with awareness of mind, body, spirit and the imagination, fostering a soulful approach, to help you feel into the deeper meaning and purpose of your current difficulty. I provide counselling and therapy for individuals, for an agreed period of time or on an open-ended basis, with the aim of supporting you to find the inner resources to enhance your life and to live it more fully.
Sonia Jenner
I support adults who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, people‑pleasing, overthinking, and feeling stuck or overwhelmed. My approach is calm, compassionate, and grounded in integrative counselling, which means I tailor the work to what you need, not a one‑size‑fits‑all method. I can help you: understand patterns that keep you feeling stuck manage anxiety and emotional overwhelm build healthier boundaries and relationships explore past experiences that still affect you develop self‑confidence, self‑compassion, and a stronger sense of self feel more regulated, grounded, and connected in your day‑to‑day life I offer online and phone therapy across the UK, providing a safe, steady space where you can talk openly, reflect, and move towards meaningful change at your own pace. If you’re looking for a therapist who is warm, down‑to‑earth, and genuinely invested in your wellbeing, I’m here to help.
Anna Lowenstein
I am a BAMT and HCPC registered Music Therapist based in North East London. I trained at the University of Limerick where I developed a specialism working with people living with chronic pain.
Erinn Brown
I specialize in working with clients experiencing difficulties with self-esteem, assertiveness, childhood relational trauma, exploration of sexual orientation and gender, and challenges related to neurodivergence. I work frequently with individuals who identify with the LGBTQ+, gifted, ADHD, and ASD communities. Using an integrative approach tailored to the needs of each individual, I strive to help my clients understand and find practical ways to cope with their challenges. I primarily draw upon person-centred, psychodynamic, and solution-focused approaches to therapy in my work. I currently provide individual therapy and coaching to both adults and teens, and I am able to offer online sessions and limited in-person sessions in my Marylebone office at the end of Harley Street. Please email me or visit my website if you have any questions about the services I offer or if you would like to request an initial appointment.
Denis Grace
It is often a daunting prospect having to contact a therapist. Please feel free without obligation to get in touch for a chat with me. This will give you a chance to ask questions, get a feel of therapy and decide if we are the right match. My focus will be on helping you understand what is happening with you, not what is wrong with you, how to bring about change. You may feel you have anxiety, depression or finding your relationships are failing, and following similar patterns. It maybe trauma or attachment. I work as an individual and couples therapist. Trauma creates anxiety, self harm, dissociation, and addictions of all kinds. I use a range of modalities, including: Compassionate Inquiry, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS) and EMDR. Plus others
Anette Magnus
I’m a Counselling Psychologist specialising in anxiety and stress, relationship issues, difficult family dynamics and healing from traumatic or distressing life experiences. The way I work is integrative, meaning I draw on different therapeutic approaches depending on my client’s needs and preferences. I see clients both Online and in my welcoming therapy room in King’s Cross, easily accessible from Central London, Islington and Camden.
Annie Caton
Hi, I’m Annie, an experienced neurodivergent-affirming person-centred counsellor. I will work to support you in feeling empowered to make your own positive changes to live your life the way that works for you. Ensuring a safe, non-judgemental and empathetic space for you to explore any issues you are dealing with. My aim is to tailor counselling to you, making any reasonable adjustments possible to support you in making therapy as comfortable as possible. Currently offering online and telephone counselling sessions to anyone in the UK, and based in Shropshire. No matter the issue you are facing, I would love to hear from you and see how we can explore this together.
Graham Allen
Whilst Self Help is where most people start, it doesn’t always address what subtley stops us from making change in our lives. This is where therapy can help, life as we currently live it may be holding us back, but we cannot see where the blocks are. We are limited to what we can achieve on our own, Counselling and Psychotherapy places therapeutic relationship at the centre of change. To heal best we need interpersonal interventions , whilst tech can be really useful , most find it is not enough . My focus is attuning to you .
Tatjana Strbac
15+ experience supporting individuals and couples gain deeper understanding of their life stories and relationships. My approach is integrative and tailored to individual needs. I have a particular interest in relationships, as building blocks of our lives. I offer a safe and collaborative space to explore your challenges, dilemmas, past and present sufferings, and move towards realising your desires, dreams and goals.
Hayley Anderson-Walsh
As a Therapist I am acutely aware of the importance of working with a counsellor who can support your therapeutic journey. Sometimes, we all face challenges in life that leave us feeling stuck and unable to see a way out. In therapy, I’ll provide you with a safe and supportive space to talk things through. Together, we’ll focus on the present, deepen your self-understanding, and discover new ways to move forward. I offer individual online sessions
Smita Melling
Smita Melling provides high-quality, confidential, ethical, and empathy-driven therapy to reach growth and solution-focused outcomes in a non-judgmental and non-advisory setting.
Affordable private therapy with a personalised approach; to find strategies and successes; with clients across different cultures and backgrounds, to make a positive impact on their lives and wellbeing.
Always approachable!
Types of therapy: Behavioural, Brief therapy, CBT, Cognitive, Cognitive analytic therapy, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, Psychoanalytic, Integrative, Solution focused brief therapy, Rational emotive behaviour therapy, Transactional analysis.
Lisa Morgan
I offer high-quality ADHD diagnostic assessments for adults, alongside post-assessment support to help you understand the outcome and decide what might help next. I also work therapeutically with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, chronic illness, pain or fatigue. I support neurodivergent adults, including those exploring diagnosis or wanting to build self-acceptance and coping strategies. My approach is warm, collaborative and tailored to you. I offer online sessions across the UK and internationally, with current availability. If you are unsure whether assessment or therapy is right for you, you are welcome to get in touch for an informal phone conversation.
Tricia Di Pino
Experienced Psychodynamic Child and Family Psychotherapist working with children, adolescents, young adults, parents and co-parents. I provide a reflective and collaborative space to explore emotional, behavioural and relational difficulties, helping families develop a deeper understanding of the experiences and dynamics that may be shaping a child’s wellbeing.
Abi Hendra
I offer a warm, compassionate and grounded space for adults who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, stuck in old patterns, or carrying the impact of painful past experiences. Many of the people I work with come to therapy because they are tired of coping alone. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, attachment wounds, low self-worth, shame, grief, family issues, or feeling emotionally disconnected from yourself and others. My approach is relational, trauma-informed and somatic, which means we do not only talk about what has happened — we also pay attention to how your experiences live in your body, nervous system, relationships and sense of self. Together, we can work at a pace that feels safe for you. Therapy can help you understand your patterns, regulate difficult emotions, reconnect with your body, build healthier relationships, and develop a deeper sense of self-compassion and inner steadiness. I also have a particular interest in working with Muslim clients, converts to Islam, and those navigating faith, culture, relationships, identity, family expectations, marriage difficulties, intimacy, shame and belonging. I offer online therapy, giving you the flexibility to access support from a private and comfortable space wherever you are.
Mia Zur-Szpiro
My name is Mia and I am a Psychosexual & Relationship Therapist and Clinical Sexologist. I work with individuals and couples on a wide range of themes around sex, sexuality and relationships. Sex and relationships can be tricky and weighted topics to talk about and can often crystallise so many facets of life, society and emotion for us. I hope to create a space and therapeutic relationship where you feel able to bring these intimate parts of yourself, to support you in experiencing as much self compassion, understanding, joy and fulfilment in your individual and/or partnered lives. It is my aim to create a therapeutic environment that is safe for you to bring yourself, and is responsive and supportive to who you are and what you specifically need. I like to work collaboratively with my clients, to understand what your goals and aims are for the therapeutic work, and to always check in with how the work is going and how you are feeling within the process. This is first and foremost your therapy, and whilst I bring my knowledge and perspectives, your comfort and perspectives are of upmost importance. Ultimately, therapy is me and you sharing space together, to support you in your life, your relationship, and definitely within yourselves. I genuinely hope to be someone you feel comfortable talking to, that person that you feel you can eventually bring anything to, someone you trust, and maybe even look forward to having a session with. It is our therapeutic relationship that is the most important part of the work and I hope to foster an atmosphere that truly supports you, and helps you work through themes and grow into the best version of yourselves.
Delso Batista
I offer a calm, reflective space where you can talk openly about whatever is weighing on you, your emotions, relationships, identity, work, or sense of self. People come to me for support with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, migration experiences, LGBTQIA+ questions, racial identity, self-esteem, and life transitions. My approach is integrative, which simply means I adapt the way I work to suit you. I draw on different evidence‑based methods, but your story, your culture, and your lived experience always guide the process. Therapy with me is collaborative: we think together, explore together, and move at a pace that feels right for you.
Ekua Edufuah
Counselling provides a safe and confidential space for you to talk to a skilled professional about your worries and concerns. My role is to help you to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviours and to develop a better understanding of yourself and others. Counselling can provide an opportunity to look at things through a different lens, learn healthier coping skills and build resilience. Deciding on a counsellor that is right for you is really important. I offer a free initial 15-20 minute phone consultation to discuss how I work, what you may like to talk about and to see how we can best work together. We can arrange to meet for regular sessions at a mutually convenient time. We can work together on an open-ended basis or for a specific time-limited number of sessions. My goal is to understand clients through a holistic, cultural and non pathologising perspective. There is no right or wrong way of thinking. We all develop coping mechanisms or survival strategies that may have served us in the past but may have kept stuck or trapped.
Janine Hayward
Hello. Do you struggle with anxiety, work, relationships or parenting stress? Are you overwhelmed, worried, depressed, stuck, low in self-esteem or navigating ADHD, Autism? You are not alone. Does your need to be perfect take up too much time? Is trauma, an illness, a major loss or death hurting you? It doesn’t have to be that way. My team and I help people like you understand distress, learn new skills for managing uncomfortable emotions and thoughts, improve relationships, motivation, find meaning and focus. Our team of Clinical Psychologists (HCPC) have over 10 years of experience delivering effective therapy to children, teens, parents, adults and couples. The research-based therapies we offer include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy(ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness (general/health & pain), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), EMDR, DBT, Narrative Therapy & Solution Focussed Therapy and Counselling. Weekly/fortnightly sessions, Online (proven to be as effective as face to face) and some face to face. We help adults grow psychological flexibility & resilience so that anxiety, depression, low self esteem, lack of clarity in purpose, direction, identity, distress and stress, stop interfering with your life. I have worked in demanding corporates and have experience of major health, family and life events so can quickly understand the difficulties you face or may wish to change. Most of our work is online however we do have locations in Harley St London, Near Bank Station in London and Plymouth. Contact me now; I look forward to meeting and helping you and or your family.
Daniel Henry-Welsh
Using an integrative approach, I tailor counselling to your individual needs, drawing on a range of therapeutic methods while building a genuine and trusting relationship. I offer both face-to-face and online counselling for adults, creating a flexible and accessible service that fits around modern life.
Geeta Gajwani
Welcome to a confidential and compassionate space dedicated for psychological support. My name is Geeta Gajwani, I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Analytical Counsellor, as well as a Relationship and Psychosexual Therapist. I am also the Founder and Clinical Director of Petals Counselling and Psychotherapy I offer one-to-one professional psychological support to adults of all ages, backgrounds, genders, and belief systems, providing both brief and open ended (long-term) therapy tailored to individual needs. My practice welcomes those facing a broad range of challenges, including – Depression, anxiety disorders, disordered eating, psychosomatic problems, phobias, relationship difficulties, psyhosexual problems, personality difficulties, difficult childhood experiences, feelings of underachievement, a sense of dissatisfaction with life, family conflict, loneliness, co-dependent relationships, issues with assertiveness, the impact of acute or chronic emotional pain, major life transitions, acculturation and difficulties in forming, sustaining, or ending intimate relationships. While I work across a broad spectrum of psychological and emotional health concerns, my specialism lies in treating anxiety states, depression, traumata, relationship difficulties, acculturation as well as perinatal, psychosexual, reproductive and neurodivergence challenges.
Bethlehem Tesfaye
You may be feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and alone, unsure where to turn. You might find that those around you don’t quite get it. I’m here to listen, without judgement. You don’t need to mask, justify yourself, or have the right words. I’ll sit with you and help you feel less alone with whatever you’re carrying. I’m not here to fix you, because you’re not broken. We will figure out together what brought you to this point, help you make sense of your feelings and experiences, and work out what you need to make changes in your life, if that is what you want to do. I use an integrative approach, which means I draw on different theories and interventions in a way that’s tailored to your needs.
Katherine Ross
I am an experienced Clinical Psychotherapist who has completed an MSc in Person Centered Psychotherapy with UKCP accreditation (MSc UKCP), a Psychology MSc with BPS registration (MSc BPS), and has published research. I work with a range of presenting issues and respond to people to meet their individual needs. I now work in Private Practice, but I have experience across a number of NHS Trusts. My approach to Psychotherapy is Person Centred. This means that I will value your individuality and will respond to your unique needs. I seek to understand your specific experience through a non-judgemental relationship that is based on openness and allows for mutual exploration. The process is different for each person but often includes working on the edge of what is comfortable. The aim is for you to reach your full potential in all domains of life.
Kim Goodwin-Wheatle
There are many reasons that my clients come to me for individual or relationship therapy. It can provide a confidential, non-judgmental setting in which to self reflect and create change, whether you’re in the midst of a crisis, or if things are going well but you want to be proactive and ensure they remain positive. Relationally we can become stuck, consumed by conflict, and what was once a thriving relationship can come to a grinding halt. Our sexual selves, whether in a relationship or not, can be presented with an unexpected obstacle; we may become overwhelmed by new desires or find old desires are no longer accessible. Specialist relationship and sex therapy can support those experiencing intimacy and sexual difficulties both physical and emotional in nature.
Sara Poss
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, confusing, or simply not quite how you’d like it to be. You may be struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, low mood, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. Whatever brings you to therapy, I offer a supportive space where you can talk openly, make sense of what’s happening, and explore new ways forward. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to you. Together, we’ll explore the experiences, relationships, and patterns that shape your life, helping you develop greater understanding, resilience, and choice. My aim is not just to help you cope with difficulties, but to support meaningful and lasting change. I work with individuals, couples, and families in NW5/N6 and online, and welcome people from all backgrounds, beliefs, and identities.
Dr Claire Tobin
Many of the difficulties we experience in adulthood can be shaped by early relationships and experiences. I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience helping people understand and work through the impact of difficult early life experiences and unmet emotional needs. I offer a thoughtful, collaborative space at my consulting rooms in SE5 where we can explore how earlier experiences may be influencing current difficulties, and identify ways forward that feel meaningful and manageable. Areas I work with include childhood trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, emotional regulation, complex trauma, anxiety and depression. I accept WPA health insurance customers.
Anna Orzech
Anna works with individuals and couples on a wide range of difficulties: anxiety, low mood and depression, anger, grief, loss and bereavement, life transitions, identity, cross-cultural experiences, personal agency, communication, creativity, and relationship difficulties. She also supports people who feel content in their lives but want to understand themselves and their existential situation more deeply.
For couple and relationship therapy, Anna works with romantic and intimate partners both across the GSRD spectrum and in traditional relationships. Relationship therapy also suits friends, adult family members, colleagues, and creative partnerships. Therapy provides a contained space, free from shame or blame, for both people to speak, be heard, and understand what is going on in the shared dynamic.
Anna welcomes adults of all backgrounds to get in touch. Fees vary for individuals and couples. To find out more or arrange an initial conversation, visit www.annaorzech.com.
Emma Malone
I work integratively – tailoring sessions to what best serves your individual needs. My core training is rooted in Psychodynamic Therapy — which means I’m interested in your unconscious processes and beliefs, with a focus on the past, and often early experiences. The idea is that these have shaped how you think, feel, and relate to yourself and others today – and this understanding helps us to work through difficult emotions, unresolved conflicts, and patterns of behaviour that may be holding you back. At the same time, I draw on more behavioural based ways of working such as CBT where we will take a more active look at the link between your thoughts/beliefs – feelings/emotions and the resulting problematic behaviours. We might think about cognitive restructuring (catching and examining automatic anxious thoughts), behavioural experiments, or worry exposure (often used for OCD). I believe a combination of these approaches, and the flexibility to use both modalities, is the most effective in relieving suffering and helping to create a life with greater emotional well-being, resilience, healthier relationships and a more secure sense of self.
Evelina Rimgailaite
I can help you better understand the patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and relationships, particularly those shaped by past experiences that may no longer be serving you. Together, we can explore the underlying causes of anxiety, stress, self-doubt, or emotional difficulties while also developing practical tools to help you cope more effectively in daily life. My approach is integrative, combining psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural (CBT), and humanistic therapies, which means I tailor our work to your individual needs rather than using a one way approach. Therapy is a collaborative process, and I aim to provide a safe, supportive space where you can reflect, heal, and reconnect with your authentic self. I work with values of inner freedom, balance, and authenticity, supporting you in building resilience, gaining self-awareness, and moving toward a life that feels more meaningful and aligned with who you are.
Dee Khaira
I’m Dee and I’m a Clinical Psychologist. I strongly believe in being a down-to-earth, approachable, compassionate psychologist. Life can be tough at times, so we all need to lean on people to support us, and that’s exactly what I’m here for. If you’re struggling emotionally (or even if you’re not), I will work with you to develop a meaningful and fulfilling life, with a focus on strength and wellness. Building resilience for life-long self-care and emotional wellbeing is key in the work that I do. I work in a client-led, holistic, integrative and creative way, using client experiences as a base.
Samantha Harris
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working in NHS mental health services. I support adults experiencing a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, low self-esteem, self-criticism, depression, stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel daunting. My aim is to provide a safe, compassionate space where we can work together to make sense of what you are experiencing and identify ways forward. Whether you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, struggling with the impact of past experiences, or simply wanting to understand yourself better, I will tailor therapy to your individual needs, goals, and strengths. I have a particular interest in helping people understand how early life experiences, relationships, and attachment patterns may continue to influence the way they think, feel, and relate to others in the present. Together, we can explore these patterns with curiosity and compassion, helping you develop new ways of responding to difficulties and move towards the life you want to live. I draw on a range of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Systemic approaches, and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) for trauma. Therapy is always adapted to your unique circumstances and preferences.
Nicole Castellani
I have over twenty years experience working as a psychotherapist and counsellor. Many people struggle trying to make sense of themselves during difficult life transitions, or face loss or a divorce, or a break up, or a difficult work situation.Talking therapies can provide space and time to examine what is troubling you, in order to understand yourself better and achieve a more productive life. My way of working has you at the heart of it, and my aim is to help you develop the qualities that you need in order to face your life and your challenges past and present. Finding a therapist can feel daunting and overwhelming especially when dealing with the pressures of every day life.I offer a safe and confidential place where you can explore and express your thought and feelings and begin to resolve some of the challenges that you face. You can choose to deep dive or meander gently.
Tom Hocknell
Through Psychotherapy and Counselling we can understand your feelings and where they come from. Such counselling provides reliable support that can help you grow as a person. I am an open-minded and reflective person with a natural interest in people. I strongly believe in the therapeutic value of a boundaried, empathetic relationship within a secure frame.
Steve Baker
In person psychotherapy available to adults in comfortable confidential environment with seasoned psychotherapist. I offer open ended therapy and you can attend once, twice or three times weekly according to what is both practical and clinically viable. An initial consultation will help us decide if we can work together.
Madeleine Roantree
Life can become difficult for many reasons. You may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, low in mood, stuck in unhelpful patterns, struggling in your relationships, or trying to make sense of a neurodivergent way of experiencing the world. Whatever brings you to therapy, I offer a compassionate, non-judgemental space where we can work together to understand what is happening and find a way forward. I believe that lasting change comes from both understanding ourselves and developing practical ways to manage life’s challenges. Using a range of therapeutic approaches, and neurofeedback where appropriate, I help people improve their emotional wellbeing, strengthen relationships, increase self-awareness, and create lives that feel more authentic and fulfilling.
Kelly Field
Life can sometimes leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck, or lost in patterns that no longer serve us. You may be struggling with anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, burnout, or a sense that you have become disconnected from parts of yourself. I offer a supportive and compassionate space where we can explore whatever feels most important, difficult, or unresolved in your life. My approach is relational, embodied, and trauma-informed, meaning I pay attention not only to your thoughts and experiences, but also to your emotions, relationships, nervous system, and the wider context of your life. I work with individuals facing a wide range of challenges, with particular experience in trauma, attachment wounds, emotional neglect, abuse, anxiety, depression, identity, belonging, and relationship difficulties. Together, we will explore the patterns shaping your experience and work towards greater awareness, self-understanding, connection, and choice. My hope is not simply to help you cope, but to support you in living with greater authenticity, aliveness, and freedom.
Sergio Rebelo
Hello, I’m Sergio. I am a psychotherapist working in private practice in London, offering in-person and online sessions. I also volunteer as a psychosexual therapist with the NHS at 56 Dean Street. I have a big passion for helping clients explore sex, intimacy, and connection. I find it a true privilege to offer a safe, non-judgmental space where people can address specific challenges like mismatched desire, performance anxiety, compulsive sexual behaviour around the use of chems and financial domination, kink/BDSM, and other general sexual difficulties.
Robert Flaherty
Every persons journey is different and l like to give you the space to tell yours, collaboratively we then work together to achieve your goals, my approach is about giving you the space to talk in a non judgemental environment. I work with a very open mind and have clients from many different industries, nationalities, and age groups.
Julio Cervantes
Sometimes life becomes too heavy to carry alone, whether you’re struggling with anxiety or depression, going through a major transition, or navigating a relationship that feels stuck. You don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I’m a bilingual counsellor (English and Spanish) with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families across the US and UK. My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative drawing on solution-focused and strengths-based therapy to help you move forward at your own pace. What makes my practice different: therapy doesn’t end when the session does. I offer personalised check-in emails, reflective exercises, and between-session support so that the work continues in your everyday life. If you’d like to talk, I offer an initial consultation to see if we’re a good fit. También hablo español.
Dr Kyle Dutton
I specialise in neurodevelopmental conditions, including ADHD, Autism, and Intellectual Disabilities, alongside providing evidence‑based therapy for anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, personality difficulties, relationship issues, family conflict, and adjustment to physical health conditions.
Katja Hajek
I am a Clinical Psychologist and therapist with many years of experience working both in the NHS and also privately. I have both experience in working with more severe mental health issues such as depression and bipolar disorder, and more recently with day to day problems such as stress, anxiety, relationship problems, low self esteem etc. I have a special interest in couple therapy, especially problems relating to communication. I am a good listener, I can create a safe environment in which we can explore your difficulties, I have a variety of approaches I can choose from to taylor my approach to your problem.
Allan Brooks
My approach is person-centred, empathic, non-judgemental and supportive, creating a safe space where clients can explore difficult experiences at their own pace. I am experienced in both remote and face-to-face delivery, offering therapy through video, audio and telephone support. I also offer walking therapy in the central Melton Mowbray area only.
Alex Vendittelli
You appear steady. You get things done. People rely on you. Yet inside it may feel very different. You might feel tense, anxious, or overwhelmed, replaying conversations and questioning your choices. You tell yourself to keep going, but something deeper is asking to be heard, and you are unsure how to begin. I work with people who seem capable outwardly, yet feel stuck internally. I help you understand the patterns behind anxiety, overthinking, and relationship strain so life feels less pressured and more fulfilling.
Justin Pryce
I am a qualified integrative counsellor with experience supporting individuals facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, stress, anger, abuse, addiction, low self-esteem, and relationship difficulties. My therapeutic approach is rooted in understanding your unique needs, and I believe in tailoring our work together to reflect your individual experiences, goals, and challenges. I offer a safe, compassionate, and collaborative space where you can explore what is happening in your life, gain clarity, and find new ways forward. I have experience working with people from a wide range of cultural, social, and personal backgrounds and am committed to offering a culturally sensitive practice. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed by work, navigating relationship difficulties, or experiencing anxiety or low mood, we will work together to explore what is going on beneath the surface. Our sessions may help you notice recurring patterns, understand how past experiences shape your present, and create space for the change you want to see. I bring a versatile and personalised approach to our sessions, drawing from different therapeutic approaches . This allows me to tailor our sessions specifically to meet your unique needs and personal goals. I work both in person and online. My in-person sessions take place in Shoreditch, East London, in a private and confidential setting. We can work short-term, medium-term, or long-term, depending on what feels most helpful for you at this time. Sessions last 50 minutes and can be held once per week, or bi-weekly. A key part of our work will be creating a space where you feel truly heard and understood. Through this, my hope is that you begin to build a kinder, more accepting relationship with yourself—one that positively impacts your relationship with others too.
Laura Williams
Hi, I’m Laura. I offer a warm, collaborative space where you can feel heard, understood and accepted as you are. You might be feeling overwhelmed, constantly on edge or like you’re holding everything together for everyone else. Maybe you struggle to feel seen in relationships, find yourself replaying conversations in your head, wondering what other people think, or feel like you’re never quite “good enough”? You don’t have to keep carrying this on your own. Therapy with me is a space where we can gently explore what’s going on for you, at your pace, in a way that feels safe and supportive. Are you someone who always puts others first, only noticing how worn out you are when you reach breaking point? We can also explore how you feel within your family or relationships in your life, giving time for your boundaries and needs to be processed with the respect you deserve, allowing you to live authentically and fully which builds self-trust and confidence. Through therapy, we can explore your needs together, supporting you to reconnect with yourself, your values, and your voice and helping you move forward at your own pace.
Rebecca Woolley
I am an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with a background in both NHS and private settings, and am experienced working with a range of mental health difficulties. I have particular areas of interest in trauma including PTSD and adjustment reactions, perfectionism and self-criticism, and long term health conditions. I work in an integrative way, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches in order to tailor an approach that works best for you.
Ann Moorhouse
We all have moments where life feels overwhelming; times when you can’t see the wood for the trees. When you’re caught in the middle of a difficult season, it’s hard to know which way to turn or what even matters most. My goal is to provide a calm, non-judgmental space where we can step back together. By gaining a bit of distance and perspective, we can begin to clear the path forward, helping you reconnect with the bigger picture of your life.
Simon Wilson Stephens
Is life leaving you feeling directionless, anxious, and in need of guidance and support? Maybe you lack energy and find it hard to motivate yourself at work or move forward in your relationships? Despite everything you know already and all your best efforts, you feel more stuck, confused and frustrated than before. How would it be to find a way through this? My role as a therapist is to walk with you through an empowering journey of self-exploration, reflection and growth. To provide support for you to transform anxiety, stress and depression, navigate life transitions, identify and heal trauma, find a route to recovery from addiction, or create healthy relationships with family, friends and yourself. One-to-One Therapy can provide a safe and validating space to understand and process your fears, recognise your resources and strengths, and build resilience so you can become your best self. Carefully balancing what is introspective and real, we can work together in a collaborative relationship to uncover the obstacles in your way, nurture the natural energy within you to overcome them, and build a vision for you to create the life you want to live. An authentic life where your needs are met, you feel fulfilled, and you flourish. You experience self-actualisation. Though this may seem hard to see from where you find yourself now, with curiosity, courage, and at times hard work, the challenge of exploring within yourself to discover your real purpose can be invigorating and deeply rewarding.
Virginia Craven
Talking things through with someone in a safe, private space who is not attached to your life in any other way can be helpful and restorative. Blocking out the noise of everyday life and being heard can bring clarity make a change.
Katie Ashley
I offer warm, holistic counselling. My approach is compassionate, honest and supportive, with a strong belief that therapy should feel accessible, human and genuinely helpful. Sessions are held online, giving you the flexibility to access support from the comfort of your own space.
Dr Daksha Hirani
Offering trauma focused sessions to worldwide clients, I have a passion in helping my clients overcome mental health challenges they are experiencing. I use solution focused approaches, equipping clients with powerful tools that empower them to make value based choices time and time again. My aim is to work towards a marked sense of well-being and increased contentment with greater effectiveness in all aspects of your life. I have a deep knowledge of a range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, burnout, narcissistic abuse, trauma and a variety of health conditions. Typically, in no more than 6, 50min sessions, clients overcome something which is troubling them. They are surprised and, on occasion, amazed at the changes they have made to their lives over such a short period of time. The sessions may also be longer term to explore deeper issues.
Julie Walsh
I believe in establishing a compassionate rapport with clients and working together towards a shared understanding of exploring your difficulties to find the best way forward for you. I aim to help you live the life you want to by working together to recognising and understanding your ways of thinking and behaving. One of my strengths is establishing a rapport with people and working collaboratively with each person to find the therapeutic approach best suited to each client’s needs to help you to improve your quality of life. I am very fortunate in that over the years I have worked with many lovely people and supported them to make long-term changes in their life.
Matthew Jadavji
You might be navigating life as someone who’s always felt a little outside the mainstream, queer, neurodivergent, or both. Perhaps you’ve had a late ADHD or autism diagnosis and are trying to make sense of what that means for your identity and your history. Maybe you’re in a relationship structure that doesn’t fit the standard mould, or you’re exploring your gender and struggling to find a therapist who genuinely gets it rather than just tolerates it. I work with adults across the UK online, specialising in LGBTQ+ identities, ADHD, autism, and AuDHD. I understand the particular weight that comes with holding several marginalised identities at once, the minority stress, the intersecting pressures, the exhaustion of navigating a world not built with you in mind. I’m kink-aware and polyamory-friendly, and I work from a place of lived experience, not just professional training.
Ali Azlan
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Georgie Gee
I have a wealth of knowledge about child and adolescent development as well as over 18 years of experience of working with young people (up to the age of 25) and their families. Areas that I work with cover the normal struggles of adolescent development including, gender, identity and independence. As well as school refusal, self-harm and the impact of divorce/separation and grief on the family dynamics. No problem is too small or to inconsequential to be thought about. I aim to provide a safe and confidential provision that allows one to feel listened to and experience validation. I also think about the unconscious patterns of relating that get acted out whether that be with the child or young person or within the wider family that can impact how young people relate to each other and or their family members and peer group. I am also able to work with parents in a non judgemental way to help you support your adolescent to grow, develop and repair family disharmony. I also have experience with care experienced and young people at boarding schools. It all begins with a open conversation.
Ophra Gilead
I offer a safe, non-judgemental space where you can explore what is troubling you and begin to understand your difficulties more clearly. I work with individuals and couples experiencing relationship issues, bereavement and loss, family difficulties, infertility, difficult childhood experiences, and major life or cultural changes.
Lesley Jane Sinnott
Navigating life’s most challenging moments can bring deep internal and external pain, affecting every aspect of our wellbeing. With extensive experience working within the NHS, hospice care , and a blood cancer charity, I support people through difficult and life-changing situations with warmth, compassion, and understanding. I have particular experience in bereavement and loss, domestic (physical and mental) abuse, relationship breakdowns, anxiety and panic attacks, and issues around self-esteem and confidence, I understand how overwhelming these experiences can feel, and the impact they can have on both emotional and physical wellbeing. if any of this resonates with you, you are welcome to come and talk with me. Together, we can being to make sense of what you are going through and find a way forward at your own pace.
Ryan Hegarty
You may know what you want to change, but not how to change it. Lasting change requires more than self-awareness – it only happens if we identify the specific factors maintaining the problem. Together, we identify what is keeping you stuck, use a clear psychological framework to understand how these factors interact, and apply evidence-based strategies to produce meaningful change. Less talking for the sake of it. More doing.
Asselle Seitmagzimova
I offer a warm, holistic approach to therapy for sensitive, deep-feeling people who want to understand themselves more compassionately and heal at the root. Using Internal Family Systems (IFS), embodiment, and compassionate enquiry, I help clients gently explore the underlying patterns, wounds, and protective parts that may be keeping them stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or self-critical. I’m especially drawn to working with people who have spent much of their lives feeling misunderstood, emotionally alone, or responsible for holding everything together.
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