Psychoanalytic Counselling in Chislehurst

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Dr Kari Carstairs
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Chislehurst BR7
I work from a psychoanalytic frame.
Maybe life has dealt you a blow that has shattered you, or maybe you feel stuck and confused about who you are and what you want in life. Or maybe, you feel full of bad feelings that threaten to overwhelm you – feelings such as sadness, rage, hopelessness, shame, fear and frustration. If so, therapy can help.
I work from a psychoanalytic frame.
Maybe life has dealt you a blow that has shattered you, or maybe you feel stuck and confused about who you are and what you want in life. Or maybe, you feel full of bad feelings that threaten to overwhelm you – feelings such as sadness, rage, hopelessness, shame, fear and frustration. If so, therapy can help.
020 3984 9133 View 020 3984 9133
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Maria Marchant
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Chislehurst BR7
I am an Accredited BACP Therapist & Supervisor. If you are considering how therapy can support you through challenging life events, I can support you by offering a safe & confidential space in which you can begin to examine what may feel impossible right now to resolve by yourself; without fear of being judged and experience, perhaps for the first time, a real feeling of being heard. I work by helping you to explore your thoughts, emotions & life story so far, with the aim of both of us understanding & together making sense of the difficulties you are experiencing. Together, we will then seek a way of moving forward positively.
I am an Accredited BACP Therapist & Supervisor. If you are considering how therapy can support you through challenging life events, I can support you by offering a safe & confidential space in which you can begin to examine what may feel impossible right now to resolve by yourself; without fear of being judged and experience, perhaps for the first time, a real feeling of being heard. I work by helping you to explore your thoughts, emotions & life story so far, with the aim of both of us understanding & together making sense of the difficulties you are experiencing. Together, we will then seek a way of moving forward positively.
07476 551643 View 07476 551643
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Emma Carey
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Chislehurst BR7
As a counsellor, I practice in a pluralistic way which means I draw upon different theoretical approaches when I work with you as an individual – after all, there is only one of you in the world! My aim is to attune to your individual needs and I strive to work in an authentic down to earth way that is interactive and collaborative. Counselling can be daunting so I will work with you at your pace, offering you a space that is non-judgemental, respectful and confidential. Everyone is different, but having a space to talk and actually be heard can be extremely powerful and healing; leading to a greater understanding of yourself.
As a counsellor, I practice in a pluralistic way which means I draw upon different theoretical approaches when I work with you as an individual – after all, there is only one of you in the world! My aim is to attune to your individual needs and I strive to work in an authentic down to earth way that is interactive and collaborative. Counselling can be daunting so I will work with you at your pace, offering you a space that is non-judgemental, respectful and confidential. Everyone is different, but having a space to talk and actually be heard can be extremely powerful and healing; leading to a greater understanding of yourself.
020 4538 8313 View 020 4538 8313
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Wendy Borrett
Psychotherapist, MBACP Snr. Accred
Verified Verified
Chislehurst BR7
I am a BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor and Accredited Supervisor and provide counselling and supervision to individuals and couples. I have helped people with many issues including: anxiety, stress, phobias, panic attacks, low self esteem, depression, bereavement, sexual abuse, sleep disorders, anger, weight management, smoking and past life regression. I am also a Clinical Hypnotherapist and provide Clinical Hypnotherapy from my private practice in Sidcup, Kent where I have worked as a therapist for 22 years.
I am a BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor and Accredited Supervisor and provide counselling and supervision to individuals and couples. I have helped people with many issues including: anxiety, stress, phobias, panic attacks, low self esteem, depression, bereavement, sexual abuse, sleep disorders, anger, weight management, smoking and past life regression. I am also a Clinical Hypnotherapist and provide Clinical Hypnotherapy from my private practice in Sidcup, Kent where I have worked as a therapist for 22 years.
01322 927706 View 01322 927706
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Maggie Bell, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist & EMDR
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Chislehurst BR7
BACP Accredited Counsellor, Registered GHR Master Hypnotherapist, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing with Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Internal Parts Therapy. Over 25 years NHS experience; inpatient, outpatient, community and Private Practice. Complimentary telephone consultation to discuss your therapeutic pathway forward. An integrative therapist with multi-modalities; extensive qualifications, specialisms and experience working with you with all issues. More information can be found on my website; an evolution of many many years.
BACP Accredited Counsellor, Registered GHR Master Hypnotherapist, Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing with Neuro-Linguistic Programming and Internal Parts Therapy. Over 25 years NHS experience; inpatient, outpatient, community and Private Practice. Complimentary telephone consultation to discuss your therapeutic pathway forward. An integrative therapist with multi-modalities; extensive qualifications, specialisms and experience working with you with all issues. More information can be found on my website; an evolution of many many years.
020 4538 9918 View 020 4538 9918
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Jane Sandra Oakley
Psychotherapist, MSc, BPC
Verified Verified
Chislehurst BR7
I trained as a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with the Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust. I have 20 years of experience working in the Public Sector with young people and adults with a range of emotional and mental health needs. I currently work in the NHS as a Highly Specialised Psychotherapist and have my own Private Practice. Please check out my website horse4thought.co.uk - Psychodynamic, Equine Facilitated Therapy, and EMDR. I welcome people from all cultures and backgrounds. I work with adults and young people experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and negative cycles of behaviour that they are stuck in.
I trained as a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist with the Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust. I have 20 years of experience working in the Public Sector with young people and adults with a range of emotional and mental health needs. I currently work in the NHS as a Highly Specialised Psychotherapist and have my own Private Practice. Please check out my website horse4thought.co.uk - Psychodynamic, Equine Facilitated Therapy, and EMDR. I welcome people from all cultures and backgrounds. I work with adults and young people experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and negative cycles of behaviour that they are stuck in.
01959 581646 View 01959 581646

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Dr. Aysha Begum (Blackheath Therapy)
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London SE12
I am also a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist.
As a clinical psychologist I work across the age span i.e. from childhood to older age, and with all types of emotional and psychological difficulties. I use a range of psychological therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based CBT, Trauma-focused CBT, Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
I am also a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist.
As a clinical psychologist I work across the age span i.e. from childhood to older age, and with all types of emotional and psychological difficulties. I use a range of psychological therapies including Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based CBT, Trauma-focused CBT, Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) and Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT).
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Karen Boram
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Orpington BR5
Who am I: First of all, "welcome" and thank you for taking some time to read about me and my way of helping and supporting you in a therapeutic journey of self development and change, whether that be for yourself, yourself and a partner or your family. I am a fully qualified and experienced integrative counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). My philosophy of counselling is based on the person as a whole - working on the mind, body and emotions.
Who am I: First of all, "welcome" and thank you for taking some time to read about me and my way of helping and supporting you in a therapeutic journey of self development and change, whether that be for yourself, yourself and a partner or your family. I am a fully qualified and experienced integrative counsellor and a registered member of the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (BACP). My philosophy of counselling is based on the person as a whole - working on the mind, body and emotions.
07769 705171 View 07769 705171
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Anthony Donohue Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
Having been a client myself in the past, I have a strong appreciation of how difficult and painful life can be at times and the benefits of being able to explore what is going on for you in a totally non-judgmental, deeply empathic and confidential space, which is for you and you alone. I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist which means I am qualified and experienced in working with a range of strategies, techniques and modalities, depending on your specific needs with 16 years expc. The therapeutic relationship we will share is central to the work we will do together in order to help you explore and resolve your issues.
Having been a client myself in the past, I have a strong appreciation of how difficult and painful life can be at times and the benefits of being able to explore what is going on for you in a totally non-judgmental, deeply empathic and confidential space, which is for you and you alone. I am an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist which means I am qualified and experienced in working with a range of strategies, techniques and modalities, depending on your specific needs with 16 years expc. The therapeutic relationship we will share is central to the work we will do together in order to help you explore and resolve your issues.
07380 318240 View 07380 318240
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Anna Gooch
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
My name is Anna. I retrained as an Integrative Counsellor, having experienced for myself, how transformative counselling was on my own personal journey. Life can be hard, and I will walk alongside you as you navigate feelings such as fear, confusion, shock, shame, rejection, grief, anger, and sadness. I will support your therapeutic journey within an empathetic, authentic, non-judgemental, safe space. I work collaboratively and will help you find a deeper understanding of how you think and how to process the parts of life that are hard for you right now.
My name is Anna. I retrained as an Integrative Counsellor, having experienced for myself, how transformative counselling was on my own personal journey. Life can be hard, and I will walk alongside you as you navigate feelings such as fear, confusion, shock, shame, rejection, grief, anger, and sadness. I will support your therapeutic journey within an empathetic, authentic, non-judgemental, safe space. I work collaboratively and will help you find a deeper understanding of how you think and how to process the parts of life that are hard for you right now.
01732 496747 View 01732 496747
Photo of Shelley Williams, MUKCP, Psychotherapist
Shelley Williams
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR2
Exploring with you what is happening, and how you are feeling, in the context of your unique life story, I aim to help you develop healthier, more effective ways of coping with life challenges, leading to greater emotional well-being and more fulfilling relationships. This may mean helping you to work through some difficult and painful experiences and feelings. I am mindful of your needs and will be guided by you. I work with a broad range of issues including anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues, bereavement and trauma. You can listen to me talk further about my approach on my website www.swpsychotherapy.co.uk
Exploring with you what is happening, and how you are feeling, in the context of your unique life story, I aim to help you develop healthier, more effective ways of coping with life challenges, leading to greater emotional well-being and more fulfilling relationships. This may mean helping you to work through some difficult and painful experiences and feelings. I am mindful of your needs and will be guided by you. I work with a broad range of issues including anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues, bereavement and trauma. You can listen to me talk further about my approach on my website www.swpsychotherapy.co.uk
020 4538 3715 View 020 4538 3715
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Judith Worrell
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
London SE12
Maybe you are at a point where you wish to understand yourself and your reactions to difficult life events such as trauma, discrimination , loss or illness. Perhaps you are wanting to develop a better relationship with yourself and would like more respect and reciprocity in your relationships with others but feel unsure how you might put this into place? Healing and growth can both exciting and scary. But if you are open to learning from setbacks and making helpful changes, then progress is possible.
Maybe you are at a point where you wish to understand yourself and your reactions to difficult life events such as trauma, discrimination , loss or illness. Perhaps you are wanting to develop a better relationship with yourself and would like more respect and reciprocity in your relationships with others but feel unsure how you might put this into place? Healing and growth can both exciting and scary. But if you are open to learning from setbacks and making helpful changes, then progress is possible.
020 8138 8624 View 020 8138 8624
Photo of Sally Smith - Revive Therapy, MBACP, Psychotherapist
Revive Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Orpington BR5
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss or relationship difficulties? At Revive Therapy we provide a warm and inviting space for you to explore your challenges and changes that you want to make in your life. Our sessions are non-judgmental, where you are free to be yourself and to discover your potential. We understand that life can be challenging at times and that we all go through periods of difficulty. Whatever the issue that you are facing, you are not alone. Revive Therapy is experienced in supporting our clients to make that transformational change.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief/loss or relationship difficulties? At Revive Therapy we provide a warm and inviting space for you to explore your challenges and changes that you want to make in your life. Our sessions are non-judgmental, where you are free to be yourself and to discover your potential. We understand that life can be challenging at times and that we all go through periods of difficulty. Whatever the issue that you are facing, you are not alone. Revive Therapy is experienced in supporting our clients to make that transformational change.
020 4538 6940 View 020 4538 6940
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Claire Danielle Howdle
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
The clients I work with are encouraged to be as open and transparent as possible while we work together to gain a deeper understanding of them on how to make long-lasting therapeutic change. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for them to share their most challenging issues, whilst also providing alternative perspective and grounding. Although I work within a "healing" capacity, I also enjoy working with clients who would like to work towards becoming the best version of themselves through personal development. No matter what the reason my clients begin therapy, I encourage building self awareness as a key factor.
The clients I work with are encouraged to be as open and transparent as possible while we work together to gain a deeper understanding of them on how to make long-lasting therapeutic change. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for them to share their most challenging issues, whilst also providing alternative perspective and grounding. Although I work within a "healing" capacity, I also enjoy working with clients who would like to work towards becoming the best version of themselves through personal development. No matter what the reason my clients begin therapy, I encourage building self awareness as a key factor.
01909 490856 View 01909 490856
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Dr Christiana Eke Phd. Counsellor And Life Coach
PhD
Verified Verified
London SE9  (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Christiana, a counsellor, and life coach who helps individuals, couples, and families via video, text messaging, and email 24/7. I am a member of the International Association of Therapists (IAOTH). Do you have well-being issues, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, or personal development challenges? Are you suffering, and smiling in your relationship, or marriage that affects your health? Are you looking for a life coach to guide you in difficult tasks, or in achieving your goals to reach your full potential? Feel free to visit my website for further details, and help with effective results. Contact.
Hello, my name is Christiana, a counsellor, and life coach who helps individuals, couples, and families via video, text messaging, and email 24/7. I am a member of the International Association of Therapists (IAOTH). Do you have well-being issues, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, or personal development challenges? Are you suffering, and smiling in your relationship, or marriage that affects your health? Are you looking for a life coach to guide you in difficult tasks, or in achieving your goals to reach your full potential? Feel free to visit my website for further details, and help with effective results. Contact.
07908 302236 View 07908 302236
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Denise Quadrucci
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1  (Online Only)
I have worked within fostering and adoption, Couple and family Counselling, Bereavement and Youth Counselling. My experience comes from having worked within a variety of family and child settings, a counselling service for young people, a hospice as a bereavement counsellor, and supporting couples in their relationships. I work with families who foster and the secondary trauma that they can also experience. Although I have been trained in the psychodynamic approach, I work using other models to best suit and help individuals explore and become aware of blocks in their lives, working towards making changes.
I have worked within fostering and adoption, Couple and family Counselling, Bereavement and Youth Counselling. My experience comes from having worked within a variety of family and child settings, a counselling service for young people, a hospice as a bereavement counsellor, and supporting couples in their relationships. I work with families who foster and the secondary trauma that they can also experience. Although I have been trained in the psychodynamic approach, I work using other models to best suit and help individuals explore and become aware of blocks in their lives, working towards making changes.
07446 289260 View 07446 289260
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Frances Taylor
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sidcup DA14
Feel in need of a listening ear? I can help you to explore what's weighing you down. I'm an experienced Counsellor and Supervisor working with clients of all ages - Adults, Children and Adolescents, providing a safe space to talk and offload. I am a trained Bereavement Counsellor, School Counsellor and Addictions Practitioner. I have extensive experience of working with common and complex mental health issues, suicide, complex loss, transitions, anxiety, depression, addictions, problems at school or work, family matters, cultural and disability diversity, faith and dual diagnosis. My own lived experience means I can relate too
Feel in need of a listening ear? I can help you to explore what's weighing you down. I'm an experienced Counsellor and Supervisor working with clients of all ages - Adults, Children and Adolescents, providing a safe space to talk and offload. I am a trained Bereavement Counsellor, School Counsellor and Addictions Practitioner. I have extensive experience of working with common and complex mental health issues, suicide, complex loss, transitions, anxiety, depression, addictions, problems at school or work, family matters, cultural and disability diversity, faith and dual diagnosis. My own lived experience means I can relate too
01959 588885 View 01959 588885
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Dr Aaron Roberts
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Bromley BR1
You may be considering psychotherapy for a specific concern, or 'symptom', that you would like to address (e.g. anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, etc.). Or you may have a specific question, or life transition, that needs attention. You may find you're repeating the same 'patterns' over and again. It may be that you have a general sense of uneasiness, meaninglessness, or a lack of playfulness in life. Or perhaps you want to get to know yourself more deeply and experience life more fully. Of course, you may also feel unsure about why exactly you'd like to talk to a psychotherapist, but still want to.
You may be considering psychotherapy for a specific concern, or 'symptom', that you would like to address (e.g. anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, etc.). Or you may have a specific question, or life transition, that needs attention. You may find you're repeating the same 'patterns' over and again. It may be that you have a general sense of uneasiness, meaninglessness, or a lack of playfulness in life. Or perhaps you want to get to know yourself more deeply and experience life more fully. Of course, you may also feel unsure about why exactly you'd like to talk to a psychotherapist, but still want to.
020 3974 2996 View 020 3974 2996
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Darina O'Keeffe
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London SE12  (Online Only)
You may be stuck in an endless cycle of dissatisfying, repetitive experiences. You might feel be feeling lost and experiencing overwhelming sadness and emptiness, or you might be struggling with dark, intrusive thoughts that are difficult to make sense of. I am a Forensic Psychotherapist, so I have experience working within the criminal justice system with those who feel deeply distressed and who have very traumatic experiences. I aim offer compassion regardless of your background and difficulties and I hope this makes you feel at ease if you are struggling to start therapy.
You may be stuck in an endless cycle of dissatisfying, repetitive experiences. You might feel be feeling lost and experiencing overwhelming sadness and emptiness, or you might be struggling with dark, intrusive thoughts that are difficult to make sense of. I am a Forensic Psychotherapist, so I have experience working within the criminal justice system with those who feel deeply distressed and who have very traumatic experiences. I aim offer compassion regardless of your background and difficulties and I hope this makes you feel at ease if you are struggling to start therapy.
020 3816 1665 View 020 3816 1665
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Philippa Balazs | Flourish Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sidcup DA14  (Online Only)
Only accepting online clients - Hello, I'm Philippa and welcome to my page. Maybe it's one specific thing that brought you here, or a number of issues that have built up over time. I hope to form an accurate picture of your difficulties and how we can approach them together. If you're neurodivergent (or suspect you might be) you may have struggled to make sense of your identity or your place in a neurotypical-centric world. I can help you to explore how your past might be impacting the present day and help you to move forward.
Only accepting online clients - Hello, I'm Philippa and welcome to my page. Maybe it's one specific thing that brought you here, or a number of issues that have built up over time. I hope to form an accurate picture of your difficulties and how we can approach them together. If you're neurodivergent (or suspect you might be) you may have struggled to make sense of your identity or your place in a neurotypical-centric world. I can help you to explore how your past might be impacting the present day and help you to move forward.
01474 554220 View 01474 554220

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Psychoanalytic Counsellors

Does psychoanalytic therapy work?

Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviours. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.

How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?

Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behaviour is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.

Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?

Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?

Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.