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
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 supports individual and couple clients with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood, anger, grief and loss, life transitions, identity, cross-cultural experiences, personal agency, communication, creativity, and relationship difficulties. In addition, she works with people who may be content in their lives but are interested in better understanding themselves and their existential situation.
In terms of couple and relationship therapy, as well as traditional “couples” therapy for romantic/intimate partners (this includes monogamous and non-monogamous structures), relationship therapy is suitable for friends, adult family members, colleagues and creative partnerships. Therapy creates a contained space without shame or blame for both people to speak and be heard, and to establish what’s really going on in the shared dynamic.
Anna welcomes adults of all backgrounds to get in touch and discuss further: please visit www.annaorzech.com for more information. Fee structure varies for individuals and couples; please reach out to find out more.
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.
Dr Katja Hajek
I am a Clinical Psychologist and therapist with many years of work 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.
Patricia Marcos Martinez
I’m Patricia, an integrative psychotherapist, sandplay therapist, supervisor and trainer based in London. I specialised in work with adults in their 20s and 30s, expats, adolescents and parents both online and in person in London. I offer therapy in English, Spanish and Catalan. My way of working is warm, transparent, creative and trauma-informed. I believe the foundation of therapy is feeling safe in the space and in the therapeutic relationship, this meaning that when we feel seen and valued by another person, healing naturally unfolds. I bring together different approaches such as psychodynamic, person-centred, attachment-based, transpersonal and neuroscience-informed and adapt them to suit each person. Sometimes we’ll work with words, sometimes with creativity, the body or what happens between the therapeutic relationship, whatever helps you connect more deeply with yourself. Therapy can be a place to breathe, to make sense of your story, and to rediscover what makes you feel alive and at peace Some of the common issues I work with • Anxiety and stress • Low mood and depression • Self-doubt and low confidence • Perfectionism, procrastination and burnout • High achiever pressure • Overthinking and self-criticism • Life choices and career issues • Bereavement • ADHD and ASD • Relationship difficulties and family conflicts • Adjusting to major life transitions • Childhood trauma or loss • Parenting challenges • Family transitions: divorce, illness, arrival new siblings • Expats and migratory grief • Third Culture people or nomadic childhood • Cross-cultural identity and belonging
Dr. Leah Jameson
There is no bar of entry for therapy. It is not a trauma olympics. You do not need multiple or extreme experiences to “qualify” for support from a specialist psychologist. Your child self did what it needed to do to get you here. It survived something deeply difficult, a betrayal, and now part of you may want to minimise, forget, or suppress what is still being triggered in the present. I understand the confusion that can come with this. The gaps in childhood memory, or the opposite, remembering too much. The flashbacks. The sights and sounds that feel immediate and real. These are different sides of the same trauma response. Your child self adapted to survive. Now you are left trying to live with the impact. What you bring to therapy matters.These were negative sexual experiences that happened during your most vulnerable stage of life. They happened when you were a child. I will not ask you to forgive or forget. Your child self has already done enough of that to survive. What I offer is a space where you can remember safely, and begin to process what has been held for so long.
Jacinta Bourke
At times we can feel overwhelmed by what is happening in our lives, and within our relationships, a situation can become overtime intolerable, or we may want to make some changes. Choosing to start counselling is a recognition that someone may be able to help, instead of struggling to deal with the issues alone. There may have been a recent crisis, however sometimes it can be difficult to identify the reasons why we feel unhappy, and at these times talking to a counsellor in confidence can be beneficial and enlightening. Together we can work towards identifying patterns of feelings, thoughts and behaviour which may be contributing to your current difficulties. Collaboration Sometimes we need help to access our resources and capacities in order to deal with our problems. I work collaboratively, and together we will explore your experiences in order to bring deeper understanding to your way of relating and responding. This offers an opportunity to recognise and manage your feelings and behaviours.
Dr Elisabetta Romani
Hello and welcome to “You Matter Therapy Space”, a calm and supportive setting where change happens—one session at a time! Are you experiencing feelings of emptiness or a lack of purpose and meaning? Perhaps you struggle to find your voice, or you can’t think clearly and compassionately about yourself. Often individuals seek counselling to address specific problems, but at times they desire to understand themselves better, both in terms of internal processes and in relation to others. You may lead a good enough life, but still feel the desire to change certain aspects which are causing you some distress. In a warm and non-judgemental space I will listen to you very carefully and help you uncover meanings, whilst reflecting on your patterns and choices.
Trish Riley
I help individuals and couples explore difficulties with sex, intimacy and relationships in a safe, respectful and culturally sensitive space. This may include concerns such as low desire, erectile or ejaculation difficulties, painful sex, vaginismus, orgasm difficulties, sex anxiety, attachment patterns, communication problems, anxiety, depression or low confidence. As an integrative psychosexual and relationship therapist, I draw on different therapeutic approaches to help you understand what may be affecting your sex life, self-esteem and relationships, and to find a way forward that feels right for you. I offer a free 15-minute introductory call.
Mischa Richards
I am a specialist psychodynamic psychotherapist offering support for a range of emotional, psychological, interpersonal and behavioural issues. I work with mood related issues including anxiety, depression and low self-esteem to more complex, life-long and personality related issues. My specialist interests are in the areas of anxiety, depression, relationships, sexuality, trauma and abuse. Evidence-based psychotherapy is an effective treatment for a wide range of symptoms and types of distress. It offers a way of overcoming the barriers that limit our freedoms through personal development and enriched relationships. I am empathic to the unique ways we suffer as individuals and, from experience, understand how these struggles can become the start of a process serving new growth and freedom.
Helen Jack
Hello, I’m Helen (she/her), an integrative psychotherapist based in South London. I offer counselling and therapy for anxiety, low self-worth and relationship difficulties, working with clients in Beckenham and online across the UK.
Paul Madden
I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve never spoken to a counsellor before. My aim is to offer a calm, supportive and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly at your own pace. I work with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, low mood, grief and loss, relationship issues, stress, self-esteem, identity, life changes and feeling emotionally stuck or overwhelmed. You do not need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Sometimes people simply want to better understand themselves or make sense of what they are feeling. As an experienced therapist, I believe the relationship between counsellor and client matters deeply. Feeling safe, heard and understood is an important part of the process. I work in a warm, honest and collaborative way, adapting sessions to your individual needs rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. I offer online video and telephone sessions, giving you flexibility and the comfort of accessing support from your own space. If you are unsure whether therapy is right for you, I also offer a free 15-minute introductory call. This gives you the chance to ask questions, get a sense of how I work and decide whether I feel like the right fit for you.
Neeta Relwani Garg
What can I help you with and Modalities with which I work: Although this list is not exhaustive, here are some of what I can help you with: • Adjusting to changes life transitions • Anger management • Anxiety, stress and panic attacks • Body image issues • Communication conflicts • Cultural understanding • Creativity fostering • Depression and low mood • Grief and loss • Health, lifestyle & wellbeing • Impact of lifestyle factors like sleep, nutrition on self • Identity of self • Low self-esteem • Meditation practises and mindfulness • Productivity concerns • Premarital counselling • Relationship and intimacy • Resilience building • Workplace stress Modalities: • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) • Coaching (Career / Life) • Integrative Therapy • Interpersonal therapy • Mindfulness • Person-centred therapy • Psychodynamic therapy • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) • Breathwork and pranayam, • Biopsychosocial approach to therapy • Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
Jane Newman
Hello, I’m Jane, an experienced NHS trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with over 12 years of experience helping hundreds of people overcome emotional difficulties and create lasting change.
Having worked extensively within NHS mental health services, I provide evidence-based CBT in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.
How I Can Help
My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and non-judgemental. Together, we’ll explore the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that may be keeping you stuck and develop practical strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
Through therapy, you can:
✓ Gain a clearer understanding of your difficulties
✓ Learn effective coping strategies and tools
✓ Reduce the impact of anxiety, fear, and self-doubt
✓ Improve emotional wellbeing and resilience
✓ Reclaim your life from the problems holding you back
Areas I Specialise In
I have extensive experience treating:
OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
PTSD and trauma-related difficulties
Health Anxiety
Death Anxiety
Social Anxiety
Panic Attacks and Panic Disorder
Agoraphobia
Generalised Anxiety and Stress
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviours
Specific Phobias (including Emetophobia, fear of dogs, cats, spiders, incontinence, loud noises, and more)
Depression
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Perfectionism
Low Self-Esteem
Common Difficulties I Work With
You may benefit from CBT if you’re struggling with:
Excessive worry or uncontrollable anxiety
Intrusive, obsessive, or negative thoughts
Panic attacks
Avoidance behaviours
Compulsions and checking behaviours
Fear-based thinking
Difficulty being assertive or setting boundaries
Trauma symptoms such as nightmares, flashbacks, or hypervigilance
Stress and burnout
Flexible Appointments to Fit Around Your Life
I work with adults aged 18+ and offer flexible appointment times, including:
✓ Early morning sessions from 6:30am
✓ Evening appointments
This allows therapy to fit around work, family, and other commitments.
Free 20-Minute Consultation
Choosing a therapist is an important decision. That’s why I offer a free, no-obligation 20-minute telephone consultation.
This gives us an opportunity to discuss your difficulties, explore how CBT may help, and answer any questions you may have.
If you’re ready to take the first step towards positive change, I’d be delighted to hear from you. You can contact me via email or telephone to book a Free No obligation 20 minutes introductory call.
Rachel Jones
As an experienced family therapist and nurse. I have worked with children, teenagers, adults, couples and families for over 14 years. I specialise in working with mental health challenges, relationships, self-harm, anger, anxiety, low mood, self esteem, emotional regulation and eating and body image difficulties. I work with couples and families to understand and change relationship and communication patterns that are having a negative impact. Alongside working with individuals, families and couples, I have an interest in supporting clients who are neurodiverse, diagnosed or self-diagnosed, to live in an authentic and unmasked way that aligns with their values. I provide a compassionate and open space and embrace working in a neuro-affirming way to support you to feel empowered and heard.
Sreena Pluck
Psychotherapist supporting couples, individuals, relationships and groups, with experience in bereavement, grief, trauma, abuse, neglect, eating disorders, family dynamics, workplace stress, race-based trauma, gender and sexuality and wider mental health concerns.
April Haesler
I have experience working with a diverse range of presentations and difficulties, including trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, living with ADHD, adverse life events, family issues, and relationship difficulties. Please contact me to discuss what you would like to work with as I have diverse experience and work in a way to tailor therapy to your needs and goals. I offer an empathic and non-judgmental space to explore and gain further understanding into the distress you’re experiencing to help you start living the life you want to live.
Karolina Borecka-Taylor
I offer a calm and supportive space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to understand what is happening beneath the surface without pressure or judgement. I offer therapy in both English and Polish for clients across the UK
Kate Woodall
I can help by offering a steady, compassionate space where you don’t have to hold everything together on your own. Grief can feel messy, exhausting, or confusing, and you may not even have the words for what you’re feeling — that’s okay. Together, we’ll gently explore your emotions, your memories, and the impact this loss has had on your day‑to‑day life. I’ll support you to understand what you’re carrying, make room for what matters, and find small, practical ways to cope that feel manageable and kind. My role isn’t to rush you or “fix” your grief, but to walk alongside you as you make sense of your experience and begin to reconnect with moments of steadiness, meaning, and hope.
James McWilliams
If you are new to counselling or psychotherapy, I know how nervous you are probably feeling. Taking such a step can be challenging. Yet, I also know how incredibly rewarding it can be. Depending on your hopes and needs, we can work together over a brief period or for however long you require. We can discuss this when we first meet. Whatever your focus, it will be a privilege to act as your guide on your journey towards understanding yourself more wholeheartedly.
Arturo Bandinelli
The way we suffer is always singular, shaped by our histories, relationships, and experiences. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy begins from the idea that there is a stake in the particular forms our suffering takes, even if its meaning is not immediately clear to us. You may be seeking therapy for many different reasons: trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, difficulties in relationships, or questions around sexuality and desire. Sometimes the problem is harder to define — the repetition of a painful pattern, a sense of being stuck, or a feeling that something is not quite right. Rather than promising quick fixes or applying standardised interventions, psychoanalytic therapy is grounded in a particular kind of listening, one that invites you to speak openly about what troubles you in a non-judgemental, safe setting, giving room to thoughts or experiences that may not have found expression elsewhere. Through this process, therapy can open the possibility of relating differently to yourself and others, loosening the hold of repetitive patterns, and making space for meaningful and lasting change.
Rachel Milroy
People seek therapy when they are dissatisfied or unhappy and feel that it is possible to make changes but this is very difficult alone. Psychotherapy is a particular type of conversation exploring thoughts, feelings and relationships. Psychotherapy offers the opportunity to think about what is troubling in a safe setting to understand and improve relationships, both with ourselves and others. My thinking and approach places relationships at the heart of experience. When patterns in relationships can be understood we can feel liberated to change.
Lola Borg
If you need to speak to someone, I’m a qualified, experienced therapist and counsellor with practices in Hackney and Marylebone. People reach out for many different reasons – it might be depression, anxiety, addictive or compulsive behaviour, trauma, loss, relationship or family problems. Sometimes people need to make sense of one particular event or crisis, such as a bereavement, but often what brings them to therapy can be a feeling of hopelessness, despair or sadness that they can’t make sense of alone. Or it could be that they feel stuck – in life or relationships. I see clients in person and via Zoom.
Kate Nicholson
I’m an Integrative Counsellor specialising in some of life’s hardest moments- cancer or health diagnosis, menopause, burnout and grief. With a background in NHS & Macmillan, I bring both professional depth & genuine understanding to every session.
Luana Lamantea
I can help you explore the difficulties, worries or life experiences that have brought you to therapy, at a pace that feels right for you. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I draw on different therapeutic approaches to support your individual needs, whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, loss, trauma, identity, low self-esteem, life transitions or relationship difficulties. I offer a confidential, reflective and supportive space where you can feel heard, understand yourself more deeply and begin to find new ways forward. I work in English and Italian, both short-term and open-ended, from my London practices in Belgravia and Hammersmith.
Chisom Deborah
I can help young people, adults and families make sense of what they are finding difficult and feel more supported in the process. My background in schools and family support means I understand the pressures children, parents and families can face, including learning needs, school life, emotional wellbeing and relationships at home. I offer a warm, down-to-earth and non-judgemental space where you can talk openly, feel heard and begin to find a way forward.
Silvi Naskinova
I can help you understand how past and present experiences may be shaping your relationships, emotions and ways of coping. Working psychodynamically, we will explore the patterns that sit beneath difficulties in communication, conflict, identity, belonging or emotional distress, helping you develop greater self-awareness and the possibility of meaningful change. I offer weekly therapy for individuals and couples, both in person and online, in an inclusive space for clients from all backgrounds.
Helen Gillies
Whatever you are carrying right now, you don’t have to carry it alone. Through therapy, we can explore parts of yourself that you feel unable to share with others; in a space where you really feel heard and seen. Taking the first step in asking for support is brave, and you’re doing that already. If you feel you’ve lost your way and you want is someone to help you find your path, I invite you to contact me for a chat. We can talk about what you’re finding difficult and build some hope for what’s next.
Lianne Jones
Hello and welcome. I offer tailored therapeutic support to help you navigate whatever you may be facing. Through counselling, we can focus on what is happening for you in the present and gently explore what may be holding you back from reaching your goals. I also offer psychotherapy for those who wish to take a longer-term approach, allowing space to explore deeper patterns, behaviours, and experiences that may be rooted in past trauma or life experiences.
Hannah Lehrain
I help parents reclaim a life that feels meaningful after birth trauma, baby loss, and the emotional challenges that can come with becoming a parent. Whether you are navigating flashbacks, perinatal anxiety, postnatal depression, OCD, or the huge shift in identity that motherhood brings, I offer therapy that actually works. EMDR, CBT, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy, grounded in compassion and common sense. No jargon. Just a warm, steady space to figure things out at a pace that feels manageable. I offer a free 15-minute call so we can talk before you commit to anything.
Catherine Vij
My Training I am a qualified BACP registered counsellor. I have 25 years’ experience working in the NHS as a Health Visitor specialising in family health, perinatal wellbeing and early years development. My counselling experience includes working with MIND bereavement service and the charity Mums Aid. Supporting clients with loss, perinatal mental health concerns and family and relationship difficulties. My integrative practice draws on a range of therapeutic approaches to meet each client as an individual.
Joe Druce
I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist and MBT therapist who works both in the NHS and in private practice. In the NHS I work as a senior clinician in both a complex emotional needs pathway and within a perinatal mental health team. In my private practice I offer individual psychoanalytic psychotherapy to adults from once a week or more frequently, both online and in person. I currently only have vacancies for in person therapy. I also offer parent infant work, which supports people in their transition to parenthood, either pre or post childbirth. After birth this involves working with parents and babies together until the children are two years of age. In conjunction with experienced colleagues, I offer a private Mentalisation Based Therapy programme. This involves weekly individual sessions alongside a weekly online therapy group. This is suitable for people struggling with complex interpersonal difficulties and difficulties regulating their emotions, potentially including impulsivity, anger, self-harm and suicidality. I have a particular interest in supporting people within the LGBTQ+ community. I am also interested in the way that societal pressures and systemic power structures influence our experience of ourselves and our mental health. Issues of inequality, racism, misogyny, homophobia and transphobia continue to shape the world in which we live. I aim to offer an inclusive space to everyone I work with, to enable them to make sense of how these influences might impact their individual emotional lives.
Daniel King
In an increasingly complex and uncertain world, it is no surprise that many people find themselves overwhelmed by anxiety, low mood, or a persistent sense of unease. When emotions become difficult to manage, it is natural to fall into cycles of negative thinking or to rely on ways of coping that ultimately leave us feeling stuck. Through my work within the NHS and across a range of counselling and therapeutic services, I have supported individuals and couples in navigating these experiences and creating meaningful change. My approach combines a thoughtful, collaborative space to talk with a focus on understanding patterns, developing insight, and building practical, lasting shifts. Therapy is not solely about addressing crisis or difficulty. It can also be a place to pause, reflect, and reconnect with a deeper sense of clarity and direction. A space in which you are not only listened to, but genuinely understood and where new possibilities can begin to take shape. Research consistently shows that the majority of people experience a significant improvement in both wellbeing and quality of life through counselling. This reflects what I see in practice every day: with the right support, change is not only possible, but often closer than it first appears.
Monica Mendes
My name is Monica, and I’m a registered therapeutic counsellor and life coach. You may be here because life feels overwhelming, painful, or simply confusing. Perhaps you’re grieving a loss, drowning in sadness, feeling emotionally numb, or carrying distress that seems impossible to process alone. Maybe you’re struggling with relationships, facing unresolved feelings, or longing for more peace and clarity. Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to face it alone. In our sessions, you’ll have a safe, supportive space to talk openly and be heard without judgment. Together, we’ll explore your experiences, emotions, and relationships to help you: * Understand yourself more deeply * Process grief, sadness, and emotional distress at your own pace * Untangle patterns that no longer serve you * Develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others * Find grounding, clarity, and resilience through life’s challenges My approach is warm, humanistic, and relational. I draw on psychodynamic and psycho-spiritual perspectives, along with mindfulness and solution-focused techniques. This blend allows me to tailor support to your unique needs and pace, whether you’re looking for short-term guidance or a longer, transformative journey.
Eliza Preece
I approach counselling with a deep sense of respect and responsibility. It as a privilege to accompany individuals on their journeys of self-discovery and healing. I offer a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment where clients can feel empowered to explore their inner worlds and cultivate greater well-being. The relationship between us will form the foundation of the work. I welcome confused, stuck, and weary clients into a space of connection. By bringing warmth and ease into the sessions, I make room for you to bring all of yourself to the work. Through attunement and acceptance, I will support you as your move towards greater self-awareness, empowerment and growth.
Edoardo Zollo
A successful relationship is an incredible but continuously developing machine, and it requires constant work! If you want absolute control, total trust, and total happiness, you should remain single. I can help you with: – communication and differences – sex and ageing – conflicts – dealing with affairs
Jackie Golding
Welcome. If you’re reading this then I imagine something in your life feels too hard to face alone. Maybe it’s a difficult relationship? A stressful work life? Some painful family dynamics? Or perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed by past events and patterns that seem to keep repeating themselves? Whatever you’re struggling with, therapy is a place to be fully heard, understood, and supported; where your inner world can be expressed without fear or shame. A safe space where you can make sense of what you feel including the emotions you have learned to suppress and the things you are carrying alone. Navigating your way through a difficult time on your own can feel daunting, but I can help you overcome your challenges with kindness and at a pace that feels comfortable for you. With empathy and a grounded presence, together we can explore what has happened, sift through the residual thoughts & feelings and then find a way forward that works for you. I work from a place of acceptance and compassionate understanding to help you restore balance and build a happier life experience through increased inner awareness and self-empowerment.
James O’Callaghan
I have a level 7 diploma in counselling and I’m currently near completion of my MA in counselling and psychotherapy. I work in private practice. My practice has a GSRD and trauma focus.
Sonalle LaMariposa
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, stress or trauma? Or do you feel that something is missing, or just isn’t quite right? Do you want a fast & effective embodied solution from your home/office without a lifetime of therapy? Then email me… Online sessions only. For a limited time only, I am offering new psychotherapy clients a £60 reduced fee online Zoom video consultation to see how it feels to work together. Email me to begin this transformational journey. I have specialised in mental health for over 10 years. My online approach is holistic, body-oriented, trauma-informed & solution-focused. It incorporates Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Human Givens Psychotherapy, Emotional Freedom Technique, IFS, DBT, CBT, Bodynamic, Neuro-Linguistic Programming & Hypnotherapy. It harnesses the power of the imagination to deal with mental & emotional distress in the here & now. Sessions are inclusive of all ethnicities, gender, sexuality & relationship diversities, offering a safe & nurturing space to let go of what does not serve you & to reconnect with your Authentic Self. Email me to begin your transformational journey. Online sessions only.
Zak Hulstrom
I’m Zak – I am passionate about therapy that helps you to identify and work through patterns and behaviours. I’ll support you to gain insight into yourself, your body and your relationships, and help you discover new ways of navigating life. Get in touch for a free initial phone chat and we can take it from there.
Deniz Sarper
“Hi! I’m Deniz Sarper, a certified Psychotherapist and Relationship Specialist specialising in Transactional Analysis. My practice is grounded in the belief that everyone has the capacity to change and grow. With years of experience in both NHS and private practice, supporting individuals from all walks of life through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and trauma, I am dedicated to providing accessible, non-discriminatory therapy in a compassionate, warm and non-judgmental space.
I have a personal understanding of cultural transition, identity, and belonging. I support clients navigating migration, relocation, cross-cultural relationships, and the emotional complexities of living between cultures. I bring over five years of experience across NHS GP surgeries, specialist placements, and private practice, working with people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
Ariele Noble
Greater clarity, a sense of release from what feels burdensome and an openness to new ways of understanding yourself and others. Dr Noble provides a calm and containing space to slow down, make sense of what is happening and work at a pace that is manageable. Through extensive professional training, Dr Noble meets people where they are with steadiness and attentiveness. She holds a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from the University of Roehampton, a Master’s in Counselling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University, and a Professional Certificate in Executive Coaching from Henley Business School.
Michelle Lucas
Hello, my name is Michelle, I am a qualified and Accredited integrative therapist. As an Integrative Psychotherapist I use a variety of different approaches, drawing on whatever seems most helpful to you. This allows me to adapt my way of working to each client’s individual needs. I very much view therapy as a collaborative process, where both therapist and client contribute, and the main focus is on building a supportive and trusting relationship. As an integrative therapist I am trained in three main therapeutic frames, the Psychodynamic, Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. For whatever reason you may be considering therapy I can work with relationship issues, trauma, bereavement, depression, anxiety, stress, or if you feel stuck and unable to hitch your full potential. In all these instances therapy can help to understand your difficulties and review the moment with a new perspective and clarity. Alongside with you we will explore your emotional world and possibly routes of your momentous condition. My aim it will be to help you to understand your motivations and patterns of behaviour, and to help you building resilience and how to better manage the contradictions and difficulties of life. Together, we can explore the issue and enable you to move forward.
Vincent Goyon
Therapy for anxiety, relationships, shame, sexuality and identity in Shoreditch. ✦ Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, emotionally stuck, or caught in repeating relationship patterns? I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, ADHD, shame, substance use, sexuality and intimacy difficulties, or the lasting impact of developmental trauma. ✦ My approach is relational and integrative. Together, we can explore both present struggles and the deeper emotional patterns underneath them. We may look at how past experiences, attachment, and coping strategies continue to shape your relationships, emotions, and sense of self. ✦ I have particular experience supporting men’s issues, LGBTQIA+ clients, compulsive sexual behaviours, intimacy concerns, HIV-related experiences, and questions around belonging and identity. I offer therapy in English and French, in person, online, or by phone. ✦ Get in touch to arrange a free 20-minute conversation and see whether working together feels right.
Fiona Duhig
I’m an experienced kind, approachable Psychotherapist & Counsellor with a passion for helping people; that may be resolving a historic issue that you’ve never spoken about, working through a life change or crisis, overcoming something that is holding you back, or simply talking to someone neutral, perhaps being truly heard for the first time. I work with compassion, kindness and importantly no judgement, regardless of the circumstances. I provide a forum to express and process emotional distress, explore approaches, treatments or options, and a plan. Importantly I aim for you to feel hopeful and supported. I’ve worked with a wide range of mental health difficulties supporting young people and adults; these have included anxiety & depression, bereavement & loss, trauma & PTSD, dual-diagnosis, cancer recovery & diagnoses, workplace stress and life changes. I specialise in and have a passion for helping those struggling with addiction and trauma.
Susan Varbanova
I am a qualified BACP integrative counsellor working from a warm, relational, and humanistic foundation. My approach is grounded in person-centred values, with influences from Gestalt, solution-focused work, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), allowing me to adapt flexibly to each client’s needs. My experience has taught me the importance of a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship, and I aim to create a safe, attuned space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and patterns at their own pace. At times, I incorporate creative and experiential approaches, such as body awareness and visual tools, depending on what feels supportive for the client. I work with a range of issues including anxiety, bereavement, loneliness, work and relationship difficulties, women’s health concerns, and life transitions. I am also passionate about supporting carers and those in caring roles, recognising the emotional load and complexity this can bring. I offer both online and face-to-face sessions. My practice is holistic and collaborative, supporting clients to reconnect with their sense of self, navigate change, and build greater emotional awareness and resilience. I work gently and respectfully, meeting each person where they are, and supporting meaningful, lasting change.
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