Female Counselling in Haggerston, London
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I help those struggling with the emotional and psychological difficulties which undermine their enjoyment of life; and also those who simply want to better understand what makes them ‘tick’. Perhaps you are asking yourself: why am I in such a poor relationship, feeling anxious, behaving in a way which is causing problems, experiencing low mood? or sensing a disconnection from yourself, others, or the life you wish you could lead? If so then I am here to help and support you in making the changes that you need, and help you to understand how and why these issues have come into your life.
I help those struggling with the emotional and psychological difficulties which undermine their enjoyment of life; and also those who simply want to better understand what makes them ‘tick’. Perhaps you are asking yourself: why am I in such a poor relationship, feeling anxious, behaving in a way which is causing problems, experiencing low mood? or sensing a disconnection from yourself, others, or the life you wish you could lead? If so then I am here to help and support you in making the changes that you need, and help you to understand how and why these issues have come into your life.
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Nilima Choudhury
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Haggerston, London E8
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is anyone seeking support through challenging life circumstances, whether it's navigating relationships, dealing with loss, managing psychiatric disorders, or exploring personal identity. I work with clients who seek a supportive and professional environment to explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop healthier coping strategies. They value the therapeutic process, knowing that lasting change requires dedication and are ready to engage fully in the work we do together.
My ideal client is anyone seeking support through challenging life circumstances, whether it's navigating relationships, dealing with loss, managing psychiatric disorders, or exploring personal identity. I work with clients who seek a supportive and professional environment to explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop healthier coping strategies. They value the therapeutic process, knowing that lasting change requires dedication and are ready to engage fully in the work we do together.
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Taking the decision to have therapy can be difficult so you've already taken a huge first step. I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and supervisor, EMDR therapist and behavioural couples therapist. I also have additional training in compassion focused therapy and long term health conditions with over 10 year experience in mental health in the NHS. I specialise in working with complex/childhood trauma, anxiety and low self-esteem. I am also a principal lecturer and CBT Pathway Lead to clinical psychology doctoral trainees.
Taking the decision to have therapy can be difficult so you've already taken a huge first step. I am a BABCP accredited CBT therapist and supervisor, EMDR therapist and behavioural couples therapist. I also have additional training in compassion focused therapy and long term health conditions with over 10 year experience in mental health in the NHS. I specialise in working with complex/childhood trauma, anxiety and low self-esteem. I am also a principal lecturer and CBT Pathway Lead to clinical psychology doctoral trainees.
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I’m here to help you hear yourself. You might be feeling stuck in your relationships with others and/or with yourself. Perhaps difficult experiences from the past feel unfinished. Maybe you’re feeling weighed down by self-criticism. My first priority is to cultivate with you a therapy environment that feels safe and supportive so that, at a pace that feels comfortable for you, you can bring the concerns in your life that need our attention and care.
I’m here to help you hear yourself. You might be feeling stuck in your relationships with others and/or with yourself. Perhaps difficult experiences from the past feel unfinished. Maybe you’re feeling weighed down by self-criticism. My first priority is to cultivate with you a therapy environment that feels safe and supportive so that, at a pace that feels comfortable for you, you can bring the concerns in your life that need our attention and care.
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Hello, I'm a clinical psychologist specialising in working with adults, children, young people and their families. I have 13+ years experience working in the NHS across a number of services including with adults, looked-after children and for a young people's drug and alcohol service. I also have experience working with parents over the perinatal period, with mothers and babies, and parents and toddlers. Experience has taught me that the most important factor in successful therapy is the relationship between therapist and client; therefore, I strive to provide a warm, accepting, engaging space for young people and parents alike.
Hello, I'm a clinical psychologist specialising in working with adults, children, young people and their families. I have 13+ years experience working in the NHS across a number of services including with adults, looked-after children and for a young people's drug and alcohol service. I also have experience working with parents over the perinatal period, with mothers and babies, and parents and toddlers. Experience has taught me that the most important factor in successful therapy is the relationship between therapist and client; therefore, I strive to provide a warm, accepting, engaging space for young people and parents alike.
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I am a UKCP-qualified integrative child, adolescent, parent and adult psychotherapist working across a wide range of areas and interests and have over 20 years of experience working in the mental health sector. I offer a safe space to allow clients the opportunity to explore presenting issues freely and in depth. I believe that compassion, empathy and the alliance between the therapist and client are the keys to therapeutic change. I am also passionate about supporting women in their journey through life and parents struggling with the complexities of raising a child in an ever-changing world.
I am a UKCP-qualified integrative child, adolescent, parent and adult psychotherapist working across a wide range of areas and interests and have over 20 years of experience working in the mental health sector. I offer a safe space to allow clients the opportunity to explore presenting issues freely and in depth. I believe that compassion, empathy and the alliance between the therapist and client are the keys to therapeutic change. I am also passionate about supporting women in their journey through life and parents struggling with the complexities of raising a child in an ever-changing world.
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Are you feeling anxious for no apparent reason? When anxiety strikes with no clear reason it can feel like you are stuck in a vicious cycle. I know exactly what you’re feeling: the pounding chest, the shortness of breath, the feelings that the walls are closing in and you need out NOW. Attacks can be terrifying, and I would like to support you to stop your suffering. Holistic practices can reduce anxiety tremendously, and I look forward to teaching you tools to take your life back. The tools that I will provide you with are tools that I have been perfecting over my career helping people just like you.
Are you feeling anxious for no apparent reason? When anxiety strikes with no clear reason it can feel like you are stuck in a vicious cycle. I know exactly what you’re feeling: the pounding chest, the shortness of breath, the feelings that the walls are closing in and you need out NOW. Attacks can be terrifying, and I would like to support you to stop your suffering. Holistic practices can reduce anxiety tremendously, and I look forward to teaching you tools to take your life back. The tools that I will provide you with are tools that I have been perfecting over my career helping people just like you.
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Hi, I’m Lakhita. I hope to provide an open, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapeutic space for you to be able to process, understand and make sense of your experiences. Working together, I aim to see the world through your eyes, always holding in mind parts of your identity that you choose to bring with you, such as your race, culture, gender, and religion. I work in a very humanistic and person-centred way, considering your needs and tailoring evidenced-based therapy to provide you with the skills and tools to support you moving forward with life, and for you to live the most fulfilling version of it.
Hi, I’m Lakhita. I hope to provide an open, compassionate, and non-judgemental therapeutic space for you to be able to process, understand and make sense of your experiences. Working together, I aim to see the world through your eyes, always holding in mind parts of your identity that you choose to bring with you, such as your race, culture, gender, and religion. I work in a very humanistic and person-centred way, considering your needs and tailoring evidenced-based therapy to provide you with the skills and tools to support you moving forward with life, and for you to live the most fulfilling version of it.
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Hi, I provide individual therapy in North London and East London, working with Adult clients. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space to explore your concerns, difficulties, or feelings that might be hard to express or think about. I will stay alongside you through the process of discovery, exploration and change. I provide a sense of trust and safety, where you will feel listened to and understood. As an Integrative Psychotherapist, I use different theories and approaches to best suit your needs. I also offer the arts and creativity in sessions, although no art experience or 'skills' are needed to get the benefit.
Hi, I provide individual therapy in North London and East London, working with Adult clients. I offer a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space to explore your concerns, difficulties, or feelings that might be hard to express or think about. I will stay alongside you through the process of discovery, exploration and change. I provide a sense of trust and safety, where you will feel listened to and understood. As an Integrative Psychotherapist, I use different theories and approaches to best suit your needs. I also offer the arts and creativity in sessions, although no art experience or 'skills' are needed to get the benefit.
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Working through our ‘stuff’; can feel overwhelming, confusing, and maybe even impossible. I’m here to support you. Together, we'll navigate through your ‘stuff’; your emotions, past experiences, and current challenges and concerns about the future. We'll unravel these complexities, gaining clarity and insight to help you move forward feeling empowered, having greater confidence, and understanding of yourself.
Working through our ‘stuff’; can feel overwhelming, confusing, and maybe even impossible. I’m here to support you. Together, we'll navigate through your ‘stuff’; your emotions, past experiences, and current challenges and concerns about the future. We'll unravel these complexities, gaining clarity and insight to help you move forward feeling empowered, having greater confidence, and understanding of yourself.
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Hello I'm Zi. I have 7 years experience as a Psychotherapist working with individuals and couples to manage stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and parenting challenges. I am non judgemental in my approach as I believe in treating everyone with compassion and sensitivity. Our sessions will be tailor made to suit your needs, and draws on aspects of therapy, which involves helping you to bring what is unconscious - into your conscious mind. My modality also explores patterns of behaviour to provide practical tools and strategies to enhance your wellbeing.
Hello I'm Zi. I have 7 years experience as a Psychotherapist working with individuals and couples to manage stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and parenting challenges. I am non judgemental in my approach as I believe in treating everyone with compassion and sensitivity. Our sessions will be tailor made to suit your needs, and draws on aspects of therapy, which involves helping you to bring what is unconscious - into your conscious mind. My modality also explores patterns of behaviour to provide practical tools and strategies to enhance your wellbeing.
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Hello, I'm Charlene. I am an experienced counsellor offering sessions in-person or online to adults. I don’t know about you, but I think it takes a lot of courage to admit to ourselves that we need a bit of support. As we go about our daily lives getting through the best we can, we may notice ourselves struggling to keep our head above water, or feelings of anxiety and depression emerge. You may be dealing with relationship difficulties or unhelpful life patterns. Perhaps you’re feeling lost and wondering ‘how did I get here?’ This can be an unsettling place to be. I hope to support you in whatever situation you find yourself in.
Hello, I'm Charlene. I am an experienced counsellor offering sessions in-person or online to adults. I don’t know about you, but I think it takes a lot of courage to admit to ourselves that we need a bit of support. As we go about our daily lives getting through the best we can, we may notice ourselves struggling to keep our head above water, or feelings of anxiety and depression emerge. You may be dealing with relationship difficulties or unhelpful life patterns. Perhaps you’re feeling lost and wondering ‘how did I get here?’ This can be an unsettling place to be. I hope to support you in whatever situation you find yourself in.
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I specialize in women's mental health, combining evidenced-based interventions with a holistic health approach and a non-judgmental environment. I can help you with: low mood and sadness, feelings of stress and anxiety, low self-worth or negative body image, relationship issues with partner, family or friends, fertility and pregnancy difficulties, motherhood & caregiving challenges, trauma from domestic violence, sexual abuse, etc. sexual problems such as lack of desire or difficulty reaching orgasm, challenges with hormone-related conditions including PMS, PMDD, PCOS and menopause.
I specialize in women's mental health, combining evidenced-based interventions with a holistic health approach and a non-judgmental environment. I can help you with: low mood and sadness, feelings of stress and anxiety, low self-worth or negative body image, relationship issues with partner, family or friends, fertility and pregnancy difficulties, motherhood & caregiving challenges, trauma from domestic violence, sexual abuse, etc. sexual problems such as lack of desire or difficulty reaching orgasm, challenges with hormone-related conditions including PMS, PMDD, PCOS and menopause.
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About me I am a qualified counsellor, registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. My style of therapy is integrative with a person-centred framework. This means that I work relationally, focusing on what you bring to each session and helping you explore the feelings around it. I offer short term (12 sessions), longer-term or open-ended sessions depending on what you need. To get started I offer a free 30-minute phone consultation to work out if we are a good fit for each other.
About me I am a qualified counsellor, registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists. My style of therapy is integrative with a person-centred framework. This means that I work relationally, focusing on what you bring to each session and helping you explore the feelings around it. I offer short term (12 sessions), longer-term or open-ended sessions depending on what you need. To get started I offer a free 30-minute phone consultation to work out if we are a good fit for each other.
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I am passionate and committed to supporting people develop a better sense of compassionate awareness within relation to themselves. I believe within each of us lies the potential for healing and change, no matter what the circumstances or how deep or dark the depths of trauma and experience may be. Sometimes we need the support of someone who is familiar with the territory, to help us navigate our way through certain stages of life and to process past events that have caused pain and suffering, and that might be leading to difficulties in the present.
I am passionate and committed to supporting people develop a better sense of compassionate awareness within relation to themselves. I believe within each of us lies the potential for healing and change, no matter what the circumstances or how deep or dark the depths of trauma and experience may be. Sometimes we need the support of someone who is familiar with the territory, to help us navigate our way through certain stages of life and to process past events that have caused pain and suffering, and that might be leading to difficulties in the present.
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Are you looking to show up authentically in your life, understand yourself on a deeper level, or move from shame to acceptance? Even if you're unsure, that's okay. Starting therapy is a big step and can bring up feelings of anxiety and curiosity. Let's have a free 20-minute call to see if we're the right fit. I'm here to support you through the uncertainty. I aim to help you understand how you engage with yourself, others, and the world. When life feels overwhelming, it can be hard to confront big questions and emotions. Therapy can give you the space you need.
Are you looking to show up authentically in your life, understand yourself on a deeper level, or move from shame to acceptance? Even if you're unsure, that's okay. Starting therapy is a big step and can bring up feelings of anxiety and curiosity. Let's have a free 20-minute call to see if we're the right fit. I'm here to support you through the uncertainty. I aim to help you understand how you engage with yourself, others, and the world. When life feels overwhelming, it can be hard to confront big questions and emotions. Therapy can give you the space you need.
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I am a UKCP-registered psychotherapist with several years of experience. I offer one-to-one long or short-term therapy for adults. My room is in Haggerston/Dalston, Hackney, East London or online. My approach is Person-Centred which means I hold the belief that deep down, you know what's best to achieve your own best outcome in any life problem. Therefore, I never claim to be an expert on your experience. I aim to create an accepting, non-judgemental, understanding environment that can give us the space to work through any issues safely, confidentially and at your pace. Working together, we can find ways to untangle your blocks.
I am a UKCP-registered psychotherapist with several years of experience. I offer one-to-one long or short-term therapy for adults. My room is in Haggerston/Dalston, Hackney, East London or online. My approach is Person-Centred which means I hold the belief that deep down, you know what's best to achieve your own best outcome in any life problem. Therefore, I never claim to be an expert on your experience. I aim to create an accepting, non-judgemental, understanding environment that can give us the space to work through any issues safely, confidentially and at your pace. Working together, we can find ways to untangle your blocks.
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My name is Sara and I am a Humanistic Integrative Therapist. I strongly believe that with the right support and guidance people are able to overcome any difficulties in their life and live in a healthier and more fulfilling way. One of my core values is trust and I see it as a vital part of the therapeutic process and any relationship.
My name is Sara and I am a Humanistic Integrative Therapist. I strongly believe that with the right support and guidance people are able to overcome any difficulties in their life and live in a healthier and more fulfilling way. One of my core values is trust and I see it as a vital part of the therapeutic process and any relationship.
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My approach is both integrative and existential. I acknowledge what it means to be human and the inevitable difficulties and discomforts. I work with clients on how, despite these, we may carve out our unique paths to deeper personal meaning, purpose, acceptance and peace. It is my belief that there is the ability within all of us to identify and to transcend our childhood and societal conditioning and patterns. These hold us back from more joy, ease, and inspiration. My aim is support my clients in becoming more familiar with the wise, mature and grounded parts of themselves rather than being ruled by the reactive inner child.
My approach is both integrative and existential. I acknowledge what it means to be human and the inevitable difficulties and discomforts. I work with clients on how, despite these, we may carve out our unique paths to deeper personal meaning, purpose, acceptance and peace. It is my belief that there is the ability within all of us to identify and to transcend our childhood and societal conditioning and patterns. These hold us back from more joy, ease, and inspiration. My aim is support my clients in becoming more familiar with the wise, mature and grounded parts of themselves rather than being ruled by the reactive inner child.
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Welcome, I'm Reka. You may be going through difficulties in life right now and would like to get some clarity and relief, and would like to feel heard and listened to. As a therapist, I can help you learn how to reflect on yourself with empathy and without judgement in order to reach greater awareness which gives you freedom, authenticity and can lead to healing. With my relational, experiential and holistic approach I can support you through difficult experiences, such as: burnout, anxiety, career change, loss, grief, depression, trauma, medically unexplained symptoms, and more, check out my website to find out more.
Welcome, I'm Reka. You may be going through difficulties in life right now and would like to get some clarity and relief, and would like to feel heard and listened to. As a therapist, I can help you learn how to reflect on yourself with empathy and without judgement in order to reach greater awareness which gives you freedom, authenticity and can lead to healing. With my relational, experiential and holistic approach I can support you through difficult experiences, such as: burnout, anxiety, career change, loss, grief, depression, trauma, medically unexplained symptoms, and more, check out my website to find out more.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.