Psychoanalytic Counselling in Central London, London
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Panagiotis Bouzianis
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Central London, London EC4N
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in evidence-based, contemporary Psychoanalytic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I provide psychological therapy to adults who want to cope better with challenging and difficult life situations, identify what keeps them stuck, overwhelmed, or powerless, discover more about their wants and needs, understand their family, work, and romantic relationships better and develop into the person they want to become.
I specialize in evidence-based, contemporary Psychoanalytic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I provide psychological therapy to adults who want to cope better with challenging and difficult life situations, identify what keeps them stuck, overwhelmed, or powerless, discover more about their wants and needs, understand their family, work, and romantic relationships better and develop into the person they want to become.
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I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist working with adults and couples. My clients usually seek help for specific reasons such as panic attacks, physical pain or discomfort without apparent medical reason, phobic anxieties or problems with eating, sleeping or sexuality. At other times help is sought because of more general underlying feelings of depression or anxiety, difficulties in concentrating, dissatisfaction in work or inability to form satisfactory relationships.
I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist working with adults and couples. My clients usually seek help for specific reasons such as panic attacks, physical pain or discomfort without apparent medical reason, phobic anxieties or problems with eating, sleeping or sexuality. At other times help is sought because of more general underlying feelings of depression or anxiety, difficulties in concentrating, dissatisfaction in work or inability to form satisfactory relationships.
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I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist with over 16 years experience, having helped a diversity of people understand themselves better, work through their struggles and develop in life.
I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist with over 16 years experience, having helped a diversity of people understand themselves better, work through their struggles and develop in life.
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Victor Sanchez Salvador
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central London, London EC4A
Waitlist for new clients
I specialise in psychoanalytic therapy, which involves weekly sessions aimed at addressing the root cause of issues.
I work with people from all walks of life who are struggling with persistent issues that keep coming up despite prior efforts to overcome them. These issues can include low self-esteem, depression and anxiety, intrusive negative thoughts, intimacy problems, and past traumatic experiences that leave you feeling stuck and, at times, helpless to move forward. In psychotherapy, we will work together to understand the underlying causes of your most pressing difficulties and create space for positive change where there wasn't any before.
I specialise in psychoanalytic therapy, which involves weekly sessions aimed at addressing the root cause of issues.
I work with people from all walks of life who are struggling with persistent issues that keep coming up despite prior efforts to overcome them. These issues can include low self-esteem, depression and anxiety, intrusive negative thoughts, intimacy problems, and past traumatic experiences that leave you feeling stuck and, at times, helpless to move forward. In psychotherapy, we will work together to understand the underlying causes of your most pressing difficulties and create space for positive change where there wasn't any before.
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My work draws on psychoanalytic/psychodynamic, Jungian, relational, and creative arts therapy approaches.
I offer creative, embodied, introspective, and self-reflective psychotherapy. In my sessions, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore issues through talking and a more imaginative and symbolic approach using creative mediums. Each journey of exploration is unique. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the core of psychotherapeutic work, where we co-create a sense of meaning and transformation can take place. I will work with you to foster insight, change, and growth.
My work draws on psychoanalytic/psychodynamic, Jungian, relational, and creative arts therapy approaches.
I offer creative, embodied, introspective, and self-reflective psychotherapy. In my sessions, I provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore issues through talking and a more imaginative and symbolic approach using creative mediums. Each journey of exploration is unique. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the core of psychotherapeutic work, where we co-create a sense of meaning and transformation can take place. I will work with you to foster insight, change, and growth.
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My approach is informed by psychoanalytic theory and practice, which means we can think about: How past experiences have an impact on your present.
Being a qualified and accredited psychodynamic therapist means I am able to offer you an open, confidential space to explore whatever might be on your mind. An opportunity to find hope and curiosity, make sense of difficult experiences, thoughts and feelings, and transform the way you might understand yourself, others and our world. Visit my website www.leversha.com to find out more about how I work, and email me for a free introductory call.
My approach is informed by psychoanalytic theory and practice, which means we can think about: How past experiences have an impact on your present.
Being a qualified and accredited psychodynamic therapist means I am able to offer you an open, confidential space to explore whatever might be on your mind. An opportunity to find hope and curiosity, make sense of difficult experiences, thoughts and feelings, and transform the way you might understand yourself, others and our world. Visit my website www.leversha.com to find out more about how I work, and email me for a free introductory call.
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Natalia Solovieva
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central London, London WC1B
Psychoanalytic psychotherapy is helpful to people with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, sexual difficulties, bipolar and other mood disorders, personality disorders and psychotic spectrum presentations (schizophrenia and manic depressive psychosis). Majority of individuals who feel helped by this approach present for therapy struggling with feeling very stuck in their lives, not fulfilling their potential, feeling empty or unable to move on. They are help with overcoming relationship problems, blocks in the careers or sense of having lost direction.
Psychoanalytic psychotherapy is helpful to people with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, sexual difficulties, bipolar and other mood disorders, personality disorders and psychotic spectrum presentations (schizophrenia and manic depressive psychosis). Majority of individuals who feel helped by this approach present for therapy struggling with feeling very stuck in their lives, not fulfilling their potential, feeling empty or unable to move on. They are help with overcoming relationship problems, blocks in the careers or sense of having lost direction.
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I am registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC), the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists.
I offer in-person private psychotherapy in London, both at Oxford Circus and in the City, as well as online or telephone sessions when required. I provide a confidential and non-judgemental space to talk about your difficulties. I work psychodynamically, meaning that as we think together about your experiences, I will help you to understand what may be going on unconsciously. This will include paying attention to how your past may be affecting how you relate to the world now.
I am registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC), the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists.
I offer in-person private psychotherapy in London, both at Oxford Circus and in the City, as well as online or telephone sessions when required. I provide a confidential and non-judgemental space to talk about your difficulties. I work psychodynamically, meaning that as we think together about your experiences, I will help you to understand what may be going on unconsciously. This will include paying attention to how your past may be affecting how you relate to the world now.
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I am Ann McCarthy and I am a UKCP registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. I am also a member of CPJA (Council for Psychoanalytic and Jungian Analysts). I provide Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment, on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period. Our work together will focus on identifying, better understanding and working through the issues that are impacting negatively on your life so you are able to develop positive changes within yourself and in your ways of relating with others.
I am Ann McCarthy and I am a UKCP registered Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. I am also a member of CPJA (Council for Psychoanalytic and Jungian Analysts). I provide Psychoanalytic and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment, on an open-ended basis or for an agreed time period. Our work together will focus on identifying, better understanding and working through the issues that are impacting negatively on your life so you are able to develop positive changes within yourself and in your ways of relating with others.
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Psychological Systems Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Central London, London WC1N
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist & EMDR Consultant.
Dr Richard Sherry is a highly experienced Consultant Chartered Clinical Psychologist, HCPC Reg., and BPS CPsychol, FBPsS; (Full BPS Member Division for Clinical Psychology (DCP) as well as a Full BPS Divisional Counselling Psychologist (DCoP); HCPC Registered for both). He is a Full Fellow of the British Psychological Society (FBPsS). Dr Sherry expertly assesses and treats a full spectrum of psychological diagnoses including Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Personality Disorders, Pain Disorders, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD. He works with adults, adolescents, and children.
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist & EMDR Consultant.
Dr Richard Sherry is a highly experienced Consultant Chartered Clinical Psychologist, HCPC Reg., and BPS CPsychol, FBPsS; (Full BPS Member Division for Clinical Psychology (DCP) as well as a Full BPS Divisional Counselling Psychologist (DCoP); HCPC Registered for both). He is a Full Fellow of the British Psychological Society (FBPsS). Dr Sherry expertly assesses and treats a full spectrum of psychological diagnoses including Depression, Anxiety, Addictions, Personality Disorders, Pain Disorders, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex PTSD. He works with adults, adolescents, and children.
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Dr Paul Garden
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Central London, London EC2M
I am a registered Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) Practitioner Psychologist, and am on the British Psychological Society Register of Applied Psychology Practice Supervisors (RAPPS). I have been in Private Practice in Central London for nine years. Before spending ten years in full-time study and training in London universities and NHS Trusts to qualify as a psychologist, I spent a decade travelling, mainly around Asia, studying Eastern psychology and philosophy. Thus, I have a rich lens of psychological perspectives through which I understand and work with the mind. Psychoanalytic thinking underpins my approach to therapy.
I am a registered Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) Practitioner Psychologist, and am on the British Psychological Society Register of Applied Psychology Practice Supervisors (RAPPS). I have been in Private Practice in Central London for nine years. Before spending ten years in full-time study and training in London universities and NHS Trusts to qualify as a psychologist, I spent a decade travelling, mainly around Asia, studying Eastern psychology and philosophy. Thus, I have a rich lens of psychological perspectives through which I understand and work with the mind. Psychoanalytic thinking underpins my approach to therapy.
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I am a psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC). I worked for five years providing long-term psychotherapy to individuals with histories of addiction and childhood trauma. This gave me an understanding of the extent to which adverse early experiences can impact on behaviour and psychic functioning in adulthood. Since then, I have undertaken post-qualifying training in the treatment of PTSD, C-PTSD and dissociation. I have a particular clinical and theoretical interest in states of depersonalisation, derealisation, narcissistic and borderline personality structures.
I am a psychodynamic counsellor and psychotherapist registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC). I worked for five years providing long-term psychotherapy to individuals with histories of addiction and childhood trauma. This gave me an understanding of the extent to which adverse early experiences can impact on behaviour and psychic functioning in adulthood. Since then, I have undertaken post-qualifying training in the treatment of PTSD, C-PTSD and dissociation. I have a particular clinical and theoretical interest in states of depersonalisation, derealisation, narcissistic and borderline personality structures.
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My therapeutic approach is relationally based, grounded in psychoanalytic and humanistic traditions, and informed by developmental psychology, neuroscience, and psychosomatic thinking. This broad theoretical base enables me to use what feels fitting from different perspectives and work with each client according to their need. I consider psychotherapy to be an artful process; arts theories and practices underpin my understanding of how new thinking arises - that is, how change is generated through the creative-relational engagement of client and practitioner.
My therapeutic approach is relationally based, grounded in psychoanalytic and humanistic traditions, and informed by developmental psychology, neuroscience, and psychosomatic thinking. This broad theoretical base enables me to use what feels fitting from different perspectives and work with each client according to their need. I consider psychotherapy to be an artful process; arts theories and practices underpin my understanding of how new thinking arises - that is, how change is generated through the creative-relational engagement of client and practitioner.
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I combine my CBT / DBT training with Gestalt and Psychoanalytic techniques, adapting therapy for your needs.
UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, COSRT Accredited Clinical Sexologist and Relationship Therapist. I specialise in Addiction, Attachment, Personality Disorder, Trauma and Psychosexual Issues. Providing short term and long term therapy for individuals, couples and groups. My group work focuses on men's issues with sex, relationships and compulsivity. Work experience includes Addiction Programme Manager, Clinical Lead and Head of Therapy for The Priory; Course Director at The Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology and Lecturer at University of Hull for MSc Psychosexual Therapy, BA Counselling and BSc Criminology and Psychology.
I combine my CBT / DBT training with Gestalt and Psychoanalytic techniques, adapting therapy for your needs.
UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, COSRT Accredited Clinical Sexologist and Relationship Therapist. I specialise in Addiction, Attachment, Personality Disorder, Trauma and Psychosexual Issues. Providing short term and long term therapy for individuals, couples and groups. My group work focuses on men's issues with sex, relationships and compulsivity. Work experience includes Addiction Programme Manager, Clinical Lead and Head of Therapy for The Priory; Course Director at The Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology and Lecturer at University of Hull for MSc Psychosexual Therapy, BA Counselling and BSc Criminology and Psychology.
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My experience is broad, covering psychoanalytic, humanistic (person-centred) and existential therapies, specialising in the latter.
I believe that we all have a deep need to be understood; the feeling that another human being gets it. For some of us, that feeling is all too rare. Without it, our lives can become deeply unfulfilling, painful and hard, and we can feel let down by others, hurt and alone. Sometimes we don't even understand for ourselves why things are so difficult. Perhaps we've become trapped by events of the past, or can’t imagine a new future because the present is so intolerable. Faced with this, we can turn to ways of being that, although they helped initially perhaps, over time just made things worse.
My experience is broad, covering psychoanalytic, humanistic (person-centred) and existential therapies, specialising in the latter.
I believe that we all have a deep need to be understood; the feeling that another human being gets it. For some of us, that feeling is all too rare. Without it, our lives can become deeply unfulfilling, painful and hard, and we can feel let down by others, hurt and alone. Sometimes we don't even understand for ourselves why things are so difficult. Perhaps we've become trapped by events of the past, or can’t imagine a new future because the present is so intolerable. Faced with this, we can turn to ways of being that, although they helped initially perhaps, over time just made things worse.
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My approach is psychoanalytic, with an emphasis on the meaningful relationship between the patient and the analyst, who curiously engage with the painful problem, symptom, or difficult behaviour. Both client and therapist work together to make valuable improvements to the client’s emotional world, within a stable, consistent setting.
My approach is psychoanalytic, with an emphasis on the meaningful relationship between the patient and the analyst, who curiously engage with the painful problem, symptom, or difficult behaviour. Both client and therapist work together to make valuable improvements to the client’s emotional world, within a stable, consistent setting.
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in Couples Psychotherapy, as well as postgraduate qualifications in Group Therapy, Psychoanalytic Attachment Theory and Psychosexual Therapy.
Hello, my name is Charlotte and I am a professionally qualified Psychotherapist, accredited with the BACP and with over 20 years of experience in this field. I work from my private studio on a long or short term basis. I aim to provide a comfortable and safe environment to explore feelings and resolve issues; be they processing traumatic experiences, unhelpful patterns in relationships, feeling unfulfilled in your life... or at this stage you may not know exactly what they are. Whatever your reason for choosing to come to therapy, you will be met with warmth and acceptance with the intention of moving forward positively.
in Couples Psychotherapy, as well as postgraduate qualifications in Group Therapy, Psychoanalytic Attachment Theory and Psychosexual Therapy.
Hello, my name is Charlotte and I am a professionally qualified Psychotherapist, accredited with the BACP and with over 20 years of experience in this field. I work from my private studio on a long or short term basis. I aim to provide a comfortable and safe environment to explore feelings and resolve issues; be they processing traumatic experiences, unhelpful patterns in relationships, feeling unfulfilled in your life... or at this stage you may not know exactly what they are. Whatever your reason for choosing to come to therapy, you will be met with warmth and acceptance with the intention of moving forward positively.
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Geeta Gajwani
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Central London, London WC2A (Online Only)
As a registrant of the British Psychoanalytic Council and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, I have acquired a wide range of experience in the NHS, private and third sector.
Sometimes life can hurl difficulties our way and leaving us feeling conflicted, confused and depleted and at other times our thoughts and feelings may seem out of balance to the event that triggered them or do not seem to begin from anything specific at all. I work with you in a confidential space, where you can speak freely about what is troubling you, providing you with support and security, such that you no longer have to struggle on by yourself. My areas of expertise lie in treating anxiety, depression, traumata, loss and fertility concerns.
As a registrant of the British Psychoanalytic Council and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, I have acquired a wide range of experience in the NHS, private and third sector.
Sometimes life can hurl difficulties our way and leaving us feeling conflicted, confused and depleted and at other times our thoughts and feelings may seem out of balance to the event that triggered them or do not seem to begin from anything specific at all. I work with you in a confidential space, where you can speak freely about what is troubling you, providing you with support and security, such that you no longer have to struggle on by yourself. My areas of expertise lie in treating anxiety, depression, traumata, loss and fertility concerns.
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Déborah Racheal Ndagire
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Central London, London EC4A (Online Only)
As a psycho-dynamic psychoanalytic therapist, I work therapeutically to bring the unconscious mind into consciousness by helping individuals to unravel experiences, improve self-awareness and understand their true, deep-rooted feelings in order to resolve them.
Are you looking for a safe and confidential space, a place to help you break your silence about the challenges you face? Do you find yourself feeling like you have lost meaning in life or have difficulty forming or maintaining personal relationships? Are you looking for answers or struggling to find alternative ways of solving your current problems? You are not alone; I will provide you with a safe, warm and non- judgmental therapeutic space, where you are not only listened too but also heard and together we can begin to explore things that come up for you.
As a psycho-dynamic psychoanalytic therapist, I work therapeutically to bring the unconscious mind into consciousness by helping individuals to unravel experiences, improve self-awareness and understand their true, deep-rooted feelings in order to resolve them.
Are you looking for a safe and confidential space, a place to help you break your silence about the challenges you face? Do you find yourself feeling like you have lost meaning in life or have difficulty forming or maintaining personal relationships? Are you looking for answers or struggling to find alternative ways of solving your current problems? You are not alone; I will provide you with a safe, warm and non- judgmental therapeutic space, where you are not only listened too but also heard and together we can begin to explore things that come up for you.
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I lean on the foundations of psychoanalytic thought and existential philosophies, offering clients a reflective and safe space for exploration and help them develop an understanding of themselves.
I provide short-term therapy aimed at dealing with an immediate presenting issue and long-term therapy aimed at facilitating change at a deeper psychological level. I use different psychotherapeutic modalities to create a unique therapeutic approach that focuses and addresses each client’s individual needs. My way of working might be helpful for people who wish to understand themselves and what troubles them.
I lean on the foundations of psychoanalytic thought and existential philosophies, offering clients a reflective and safe space for exploration and help them develop an understanding of themselves.
I provide short-term therapy aimed at dealing with an immediate presenting issue and long-term therapy aimed at facilitating change at a deeper psychological level. I use different psychotherapeutic modalities to create a unique therapeutic approach that focuses and addresses each client’s individual needs. My way of working might be helpful for people who wish to understand themselves and what troubles them.
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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.