Counselling in Maida Vale, London

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Talitha Stevenson, Dip. Psych, UKCP
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
I am a UKCP accredited psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I see individuals and couples. Where appropriate, I use psychotherapy and EMDR in combination. In my experience, psychotherapy brings deep relief from pain and creates significant improvements in all areas of life.
I am a UKCP accredited psychotherapist and EMDR therapist. I see individuals and couples. Where appropriate, I use psychotherapy and EMDR in combination. In my experience, psychotherapy brings deep relief from pain and creates significant improvements in all areas of life.
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Eva Arnold
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maida Vale, London W2
Experiences in life can sometimes feel overwhelming, hard to manage and we can’t always see a way through. Often our tendency is to turn away and avoid our feelings, but if we are able to turn towards them in a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space, we can start to get to know ourselves on a deeper level. By doing so, we can begin to overcome our difficulties, and live a more authentic and fulfilling life.
Experiences in life can sometimes feel overwhelming, hard to manage and we can’t always see a way through. Often our tendency is to turn away and avoid our feelings, but if we are able to turn towards them in a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space, we can start to get to know ourselves on a deeper level. By doing so, we can begin to overcome our difficulties, and live a more authentic and fulfilling life.
020 4538 7419 View 020 4538 7419
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Berna Bayazitoglu
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
I am a London-based psychotherapist, working mainly with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, effects of relational trauma, relationship issues/heartbreak/separation/divorce and bereavement/loss/grief. I am registered with the UKCP and comply with its ethical standards. I offer my clients a confidential, safe and respectful space to explore their issues and facilitate their transformation. I take the view that our difficulties are in fact opportunities to bring out what is latent and yearning to be expressed in us, although it often feels difficult to see this possibility as we go through our challenging life situations.
I am a London-based psychotherapist, working mainly with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, effects of relational trauma, relationship issues/heartbreak/separation/divorce and bereavement/loss/grief. I am registered with the UKCP and comply with its ethical standards. I offer my clients a confidential, safe and respectful space to explore their issues and facilitate their transformation. I take the view that our difficulties are in fact opportunities to bring out what is latent and yearning to be expressed in us, although it often feels difficult to see this possibility as we go through our challenging life situations.
020 8106 5304 View 020 8106 5304
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Sam Bloxsidge
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
In seeking therapy, you may be looking for a supportive space to explore, understand and work through the issues life can bring up. These might include relationship difficulties, a challenging life transition, a loss or bereavement. You might be experiencing feelings that do not seem to be directly related to a specific issue, such as anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, low self-esteem, trouble with interpersonal boundaries, difficulty in finding a sense of meaning and purpose, or feeling lonely and isolated. Therapy can offer you a space to feel heard, understood, and supported to work through, process and grow.
In seeking therapy, you may be looking for a supportive space to explore, understand and work through the issues life can bring up. These might include relationship difficulties, a challenging life transition, a loss or bereavement. You might be experiencing feelings that do not seem to be directly related to a specific issue, such as anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm, low self-esteem, trouble with interpersonal boundaries, difficulty in finding a sense of meaning and purpose, or feeling lonely and isolated. Therapy can offer you a space to feel heard, understood, and supported to work through, process and grow.
020 4538 5317 View 020 4538 5317
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Katharine Morgenroth
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
You may be feeling lost or searching for meaning in your life or going through a difficult transition and need to talk. I aim to help you find your own answers - from discovering how to live a happier more fulfilling life and realising your potential to learning how to be in relationships without losing yourself. My warm and empathic approach will help you find and trust your true self, so that you may understand yourself better and can make the transformations you want in your life.
You may be feeling lost or searching for meaning in your life or going through a difficult transition and need to talk. I aim to help you find your own answers - from discovering how to live a happier more fulfilling life and realising your potential to learning how to be in relationships without losing yourself. My warm and empathic approach will help you find and trust your true self, so that you may understand yourself better and can make the transformations you want in your life.
020 3540 7314 View 020 3540 7314
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Julia Jacobs
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Welcome - You may need help with an emotional difficulty or a challenging experience or you just might not feeI quite 'right'. I aim to offer a safe, client-led, committed and sensitive space where you are free to explore whatever it is in your life that is calling for your attention and free to choose your course to connect you to a sense of purpose and meaning. I hold the overarching concept that life's challenges alongside our innate longing to live more abundantly offer opportunities for transformation. This can be difficult work but the benefits can be great.
Welcome - You may need help with an emotional difficulty or a challenging experience or you just might not feeI quite 'right'. I aim to offer a safe, client-led, committed and sensitive space where you are free to explore whatever it is in your life that is calling for your attention and free to choose your course to connect you to a sense of purpose and meaning. I hold the overarching concept that life's challenges alongside our innate longing to live more abundantly offer opportunities for transformation. This can be difficult work but the benefits can be great.
020 3697 0298 View 020 3697 0298
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George Kilmurry
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
I am a psychotherapist in Maida Vale, Stanmore and Aylesbury, also online, who provides a safe, confidential space where you can be heard and work through difficult issues in a way that is comfortable to you. At times, everyone gets overwhelmed. You may be feeling isolated, depressed, live with anxiety, going through a bereavement, or be struggling with a failed relationship of some kind. You may be facing a crisis or a time in your life where meaning, freedom, self-assertion, even awakening and deeper purpose are demanding of your attention.
I am a psychotherapist in Maida Vale, Stanmore and Aylesbury, also online, who provides a safe, confidential space where you can be heard and work through difficult issues in a way that is comfortable to you. At times, everyone gets overwhelmed. You may be feeling isolated, depressed, live with anxiety, going through a bereavement, or be struggling with a failed relationship of some kind. You may be facing a crisis or a time in your life where meaning, freedom, self-assertion, even awakening and deeper purpose are demanding of your attention.
020 4538 4070 View 020 4538 4070
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Tony Babarik
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W9
We all want to feel heard, understood and validated. Some of us need help making sense of why we repeat harmful or unfulfilling behaviours. Psychotherapy creates a space where a person is heard. It also helps a person develop greater self-awareness and the ability to recognise and name their emotional needs. I work relationally, by which I mean the healing potential of psychotherapy is most likely to result through the trusting, mutually respectful relationship forged between therapist and client.
We all want to feel heard, understood and validated. Some of us need help making sense of why we repeat harmful or unfulfilling behaviours. Psychotherapy creates a space where a person is heard. It also helps a person develop greater self-awareness and the ability to recognise and name their emotional needs. I work relationally, by which I mean the healing potential of psychotherapy is most likely to result through the trusting, mutually respectful relationship forged between therapist and client.
020 3835 4622 View 020 3835 4622
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Nicholas Antoni Opyrchal
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maida Vale, London W2
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who is interested in helping clients find a sense of meaning and purpose in their lives, coping with anxiety and depression and helping them find more fulfilling relationships. I enjoy working with people who feel like 'outsiders', and also have a wealth of experience in working with addictions and integrating disturbing experiences - including clients who want to integrate experiences with psychedelic substances, or have recovered from psychosis. I am also interested in working with people who have been in relationships which have been abusive, helping them to learn to move forward into new more healthy relationships.
I am a counsellor and psychotherapist who is interested in helping clients find a sense of meaning and purpose in their lives, coping with anxiety and depression and helping them find more fulfilling relationships. I enjoy working with people who feel like 'outsiders', and also have a wealth of experience in working with addictions and integrating disturbing experiences - including clients who want to integrate experiences with psychedelic substances, or have recovered from psychosis. I am also interested in working with people who have been in relationships which have been abusive, helping them to learn to move forward into new more healthy relationships.
020 3893 2069 View 020 3893 2069
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Andrew Lockhart
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
I am an experienced psychotherapist registered with the UKCP and BACP. I work in Paddington and Kensal Green in London, and work remotely (online and phone). I offer an empathetic presence as a therapist, and will work with you and your issues according to your specific needs. "Andrew knew just how much, and in what ways to challenge me, and I cannot recommend him highly enough". Sarah, 2017.
I am an experienced psychotherapist registered with the UKCP and BACP. I work in Paddington and Kensal Green in London, and work remotely (online and phone). I offer an empathetic presence as a therapist, and will work with you and your issues according to your specific needs. "Andrew knew just how much, and in what ways to challenge me, and I cannot recommend him highly enough". Sarah, 2017.
020 8106 2172 View 020 8106 2172
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Helen Thomas
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maida Vale, London W2
Everyone faces difficulties in life. It might be that something specific has happened. Maybe challenges have built up and feel too much to handle. Or perhaps it’s possible just to get a bit lost somewhere along the line. Sometimes we need some extra support to process and soothe specific pain, or to take some time to get to know ourselves on a deeper level.
Everyone faces difficulties in life. It might be that something specific has happened. Maybe challenges have built up and feel too much to handle. Or perhaps it’s possible just to get a bit lost somewhere along the line. Sometimes we need some extra support to process and soothe specific pain, or to take some time to get to know ourselves on a deeper level.
020 3947 5991 View 020 3947 5991
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Kat Deyes
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Reaching out for help and support can feel so daunting – yet by reading this you are already considering this courageous and important step. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, difficulty in your relationships, distressing memories or thoughts, or have experienced abuse, bereavement or childhood trauma, for example, you are not alone. I believe change is possible and it would be a privilege to begin our work together for you to find safety, healing and joy. Our work together will be at your pace, personalised to you, drawing together different therapeutic approaches.
Reaching out for help and support can feel so daunting – yet by reading this you are already considering this courageous and important step. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, difficulty in your relationships, distressing memories or thoughts, or have experienced abuse, bereavement or childhood trauma, for example, you are not alone. I believe change is possible and it would be a privilege to begin our work together for you to find safety, healing and joy. Our work together will be at your pace, personalised to you, drawing together different therapeutic approaches.
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Kinga Helena Zaczkowska
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
I am an integrative, transpersonal psychotherapist working with adults. I am offering a confidential and supportive space, a safe haven, where you can talk about anything that weighs on your heart. Together we will identify your resources, so you can re-discover the power you might think you have lost. During our sessions you will process your feelings and get equipped with tools which will help you navigate your life's difficulties. We will uncover the unconscious patterns that hold you stuck in life and work on removing them.
I am an integrative, transpersonal psychotherapist working with adults. I am offering a confidential and supportive space, a safe haven, where you can talk about anything that weighs on your heart. Together we will identify your resources, so you can re-discover the power you might think you have lost. During our sessions you will process your feelings and get equipped with tools which will help you navigate your life's difficulties. We will uncover the unconscious patterns that hold you stuck in life and work on removing them.
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Andreas Lind
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W9
I am a psychotherapist accredited UKCP experienced at treating emotional and psychological issues. Until 2021 I divided my time between private practice and the NHS, where I was Principal Psychotherapist for a large NHS Trust. Now in full time private practice I have extensive experience of assessing and treating people from a variety of backgrounds whose problems range from severe and complex to more easily treatable problems including: Self-esteem, personal development, depression, anxiety, addictions, self-harm, personality problems and family and relationship concerns.
I am a psychotherapist accredited UKCP experienced at treating emotional and psychological issues. Until 2021 I divided my time between private practice and the NHS, where I was Principal Psychotherapist for a large NHS Trust. Now in full time private practice I have extensive experience of assessing and treating people from a variety of backgrounds whose problems range from severe and complex to more easily treatable problems including: Self-esteem, personal development, depression, anxiety, addictions, self-harm, personality problems and family and relationship concerns.
020 3053 9827 View 020 3053 9827
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Sasha Young
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
Life can be hard. We are all having a human experience, which means we all face difficulties and obstacles. You needn’t be alone. As a therapist, I’m here to be alongside you with an open heart, and to create a safe space for you on your journey of self-discovery. My approach is non-judgemental and involves curiosity to explore what is happening for you and how you might live life differently. We can look at your experiences, how you see the world, and how you understand yourself. This may include looking at how early life experiences have impacted on you.
Life can be hard. We are all having a human experience, which means we all face difficulties and obstacles. You needn’t be alone. As a therapist, I’m here to be alongside you with an open heart, and to create a safe space for you on your journey of self-discovery. My approach is non-judgemental and involves curiosity to explore what is happening for you and how you might live life differently. We can look at your experiences, how you see the world, and how you understand yourself. This may include looking at how early life experiences have impacted on you.
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Steven Curic MBACP Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2  (Online Only)
I am a fully qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor and Accredited/Registered member of BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and Prof/Accred member of NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society). I am also a BUPA Recognised and Fee Assured Mental Health and Well-being Practitioner and registered as a Health Provider with Nuffield Health, Aviva, AXA PPP and Vitality. My work experience includes working with minority, multicultural, neurodiverse and LGBTQ+ clients and the provision of Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity (GSRD) affirmative therapy.
I am a fully qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor and Accredited/Registered member of BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and Prof/Accred member of NCPS (National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society). I am also a BUPA Recognised and Fee Assured Mental Health and Well-being Practitioner and registered as a Health Provider with Nuffield Health, Aviva, AXA PPP and Vitality. My work experience includes working with minority, multicultural, neurodiverse and LGBTQ+ clients and the provision of Gender, Sexuality & Relationship Diversity (GSRD) affirmative therapy.
020 8129 6867 View 020 8129 6867
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Claire Bosley
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
There is always possibility for change and healing. Whatever you might be experiencing, we can work together to find that change and healing you are seeking.
There is always possibility for change and healing. Whatever you might be experiencing, we can work together to find that change and healing you are seeking.
020 4538 0749 View 020 4538 0749
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Samantha Jayne Byron
Psychotherapist, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maida Vale, London W9
As a clinical psychotherapist,​ I have over 10 year’s experience of working with patients and clients with many different struggles and difficulties. Trained as an integrative therapist, I work in a unique way that is based on your own individual needs. I believe that everyone is different and not every modality suits everyone. I know only too well how difficult life can be, yet uniquely different, we all suffer pain and loss in many similar ways. I feel truly humbled to work in this field and would be honoured to support you. You are not alone.
As a clinical psychotherapist,​ I have over 10 year’s experience of working with patients and clients with many different struggles and difficulties. Trained as an integrative therapist, I work in a unique way that is based on your own individual needs. I believe that everyone is different and not every modality suits everyone. I know only too well how difficult life can be, yet uniquely different, we all suffer pain and loss in many similar ways. I feel truly humbled to work in this field and would be honoured to support you. You are not alone.
020 3984 8715 View 020 3984 8715
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Basheer Ahmed
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
How we experience ourselves, other people, and the world in general, is unique to each of us. Through psychotherapy, you can make significant and lasting beneficial changes in your life, and I can provide the reflective space and conditions needed to explore what troubles you, and through this, gain the insight and understanding that enables you to make the changes you need.
How we experience ourselves, other people, and the world in general, is unique to each of us. Through psychotherapy, you can make significant and lasting beneficial changes in your life, and I can provide the reflective space and conditions needed to explore what troubles you, and through this, gain the insight and understanding that enables you to make the changes you need.
020 3657 3425 View 020 3657 3425
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Diana Collins
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Maida Vale, London W2
You may be considering counselling or therapy for one or a number or reasons. At any time in our life we can be required to face unwanted challenges as life's inevitable ups and downs get the better of us. This can be due to an unexpected change in circumstances or it may be that life itself is demanding too much right now and you are struggling to cope. It may be that everything in your life is going according to plan and yet, still, there is a deeper sense that something is missing. Talking to friends and relatives provides only temporary relief and you are wondering if speaking to a therapist might be helpful.
You may be considering counselling or therapy for one or a number or reasons. At any time in our life we can be required to face unwanted challenges as life's inevitable ups and downs get the better of us. This can be due to an unexpected change in circumstances or it may be that life itself is demanding too much right now and you are struggling to cope. It may be that everything in your life is going according to plan and yet, still, there is a deeper sense that something is missing. Talking to friends and relatives provides only temporary relief and you are wondering if speaking to a therapist might be helpful.
020 4538 5689 View 020 4538 5689
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How does your Counsellor compare?

Number of Counsellors in Maida Vale, London

100+

Average cost per session

£80

Counsellors in Maida Vale, London who prioritize treating:

93% Anxiety
92% Depression
86% Self Esteem
82% Relationship Issues
82% Stress
74% Life Transitions
72% Bereavement

Average years in practice

10 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

77% Aviva
73% Vitality
59% AXA PPP

How Counsellors in Maida Vale, London see their clients

89% In Person and Online
11% Online Only

Gender breakdown

70% Female
30% Male
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling

How can I find a therapist in Maida Vale, London?

Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.

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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?

Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).

Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?

Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.

What type of therapy is right for me?

The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.

How much does therapy cost?

The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?

Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.

If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.

Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?

Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.

Is online therapy a good option?

Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.

Are therapy sessions confidential?

Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.