Family Therapy Counselling in South London, London
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Some of the difficulties I may be able to help you with are Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Dysfunctional Family Dynamics, Low self-esteem, and Lack of confidence, Challenging Personal and Professional Relationships.
Hello, my name is Ari I am an online therapy specialist. I know that taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, and it takes real courage to reach out for support. It's natural to feel unsure about opening to someone new, but I want you to know that I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Some of the difficulties I may be able to help you with are Anger, Anxiety, Depression, Dysfunctional Family Dynamics, Low self-esteem, and Lack of confidence, Challenging Personal and Professional Relationships.
Hello, my name is Ari I am an online therapy specialist. I know that taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, and it takes real courage to reach out for support. It's natural to feel unsure about opening to someone new, but I want you to know that I'm here to support you every step of the way.
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Reaching out for therapy isn’t simple especially if expression is where you struggle, revisiting your life’s journey is often the key to greater inner understanding, we revisit the past to gain insight and trigger memories and events often surpressed…..learning to have a voice, is powerful, being clear, making decisions. Childhood is the learning experience, how did you learn to communicate, did you self isolate, are you tired of not being heard. Anger can be aggressive or passive aggressive…..family dynamics often lead to many dysfunctional behaviours, do you struggle relating in relationships, friendships…
Reaching out for therapy isn’t simple especially if expression is where you struggle, revisiting your life’s journey is often the key to greater inner understanding, we revisit the past to gain insight and trigger memories and events often surpressed…..learning to have a voice, is powerful, being clear, making decisions. Childhood is the learning experience, how did you learn to communicate, did you self isolate, are you tired of not being heard. Anger can be aggressive or passive aggressive…..family dynamics often lead to many dysfunctional behaviours, do you struggle relating in relationships, friendships…
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Swani Yip - Counselling And Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
South London, London SE1
I have worked with anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions and relationship/family issues.
I imagine you’re here because life feels just too much for you right now. I am sorry you’re struggling but you don’t have to do this on your own. Do contact me. I counsel people who feel anxious, lost or stuck. We’ll explore together these difficulties and look for new solutions, so you can move forward with your life feeling lighter and more empowered. I hold a holistic approach, with the core idea that wellbeing is attained through a balance across our physical, emotional, intellectual, environmental and spiritual health. I try to include all of these dimensions so you can bring as much of yourself as you want into our sessions.
I have worked with anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions and relationship/family issues.
I imagine you’re here because life feels just too much for you right now. I am sorry you’re struggling but you don’t have to do this on your own. Do contact me. I counsel people who feel anxious, lost or stuck. We’ll explore together these difficulties and look for new solutions, so you can move forward with your life feeling lighter and more empowered. I hold a holistic approach, with the core idea that wellbeing is attained through a balance across our physical, emotional, intellectual, environmental and spiritual health. I try to include all of these dimensions so you can bring as much of yourself as you want into our sessions.
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Nadia Wilkinson
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW18 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have particular experience of working with bereavement, early life trauma, attachment difficulties, problematic family relationships and living with cancer.
Dealing with a loss, major change in your life or a new diagnosis? Feeling overwhelmed by trauma from your past or by a current relationship? Experiencing family difficulties and or realising your values are different from the ones you grew up with? At some points in our lives we all need extra support and this is nothing to feel ashamed of, in fact asking for help is one of the bravest things you can do. I offer a warm, empathic and non-judgmental approach in our journey together. This will enable you to explore the sometimes painful feelings, past experiences and stuck patterns of behaviour that may be holding you back.
I have particular experience of working with bereavement, early life trauma, attachment difficulties, problematic family relationships and living with cancer.
Dealing with a loss, major change in your life or a new diagnosis? Feeling overwhelmed by trauma from your past or by a current relationship? Experiencing family difficulties and or realising your values are different from the ones you grew up with? At some points in our lives we all need extra support and this is nothing to feel ashamed of, in fact asking for help is one of the bravest things you can do. I offer a warm, empathic and non-judgmental approach in our journey together. This will enable you to explore the sometimes painful feelings, past experiences and stuck patterns of behaviour that may be holding you back.
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These are some of the things people may be thinking or saying when they decide to seek professional support: "I experience awful feelings of panic." "I feel anxious a lot of the time. "I feel tearful a lot." "I can feel angry all day and it feels bad." "Life appears very confusing and complicated" I offer professional counselling, support and strategies to help you navigate your way through whatever your issues may be, already in the first session. I hold a professional psychotherapy diploma from the Human Givens Institute. This approach helped a family member with anxiety very much which is why I chose to train in it also.
These are some of the things people may be thinking or saying when they decide to seek professional support: "I experience awful feelings of panic." "I feel anxious a lot of the time. "I feel tearful a lot." "I can feel angry all day and it feels bad." "Life appears very confusing and complicated" I offer professional counselling, support and strategies to help you navigate your way through whatever your issues may be, already in the first session. I hold a professional psychotherapy diploma from the Human Givens Institute. This approach helped a family member with anxiety very much which is why I chose to train in it also.
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I am currently employed in specialist mental health services in the NHS as a senior family therapist, where I undertake therapy, consultation and teaching.
Relationships can provide us with support and also lead to stress, conflict and misunderstandings. That's why they're at the centre of systemic psychotherapy. I meet with people to think about the changes they want to see within significant relationships in their lives. It’s important that you come to therapy feeling confident that you won’t be judged and that your strengths will be recognised. My role is to provide a safe and supportive therapeutic space, where people can explore their worries and problems, and find ways to move forward with their lives. I'll sometimes discuss strategies that others have found helpful.
I am currently employed in specialist mental health services in the NHS as a senior family therapist, where I undertake therapy, consultation and teaching.
Relationships can provide us with support and also lead to stress, conflict and misunderstandings. That's why they're at the centre of systemic psychotherapy. I meet with people to think about the changes they want to see within significant relationships in their lives. It’s important that you come to therapy feeling confident that you won’t be judged and that your strengths will be recognised. My role is to provide a safe and supportive therapeutic space, where people can explore their worries and problems, and find ways to move forward with their lives. I'll sometimes discuss strategies that others have found helpful.
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Counselling can help you to explore and work through emotional difficulties you may be experiencing that could be affecting your thoughts and behaviours. It is a space for you to share things that you may be finding difficult to talk to your friends and family about. These difficulties may be from your past that are now causing problems in your present or from a more recent trauma you have experienced in your life such as a relationship break-up, loss of someone close to you or difficulties with getting to sleep or sleep not feeling like sleep anymore, but feeling more like an escape.
Counselling can help you to explore and work through emotional difficulties you may be experiencing that could be affecting your thoughts and behaviours. It is a space for you to share things that you may be finding difficult to talk to your friends and family about. These difficulties may be from your past that are now causing problems in your present or from a more recent trauma you have experienced in your life such as a relationship break-up, loss of someone close to you or difficulties with getting to sleep or sleep not feeling like sleep anymore, but feeling more like an escape.
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Emily Iniekio
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
South London, London SW14 (Online Only)
I offer sessions in individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and art therapy.
Seeking help through therapy can feel like a daunting task, but it can also be the first big step to healing from within. Perhaps you're feeling stressed, having trouble sleeping or just generally out of sorts. This may even be affecting your relationships, work and health. I offer you a warm empathic space and a chance to talk about whatever is troubling you in a confidential supportive way. Simply put, it a chance for you to heal. I work with an integrative psychodynamic model, bringing in elements of CBT and minfulness.
I offer sessions in individual therapy, family therapy, couples therapy and art therapy.
Seeking help through therapy can feel like a daunting task, but it can also be the first big step to healing from within. Perhaps you're feeling stressed, having trouble sleeping or just generally out of sorts. This may even be affecting your relationships, work and health. I offer you a warm empathic space and a chance to talk about whatever is troubling you in a confidential supportive way. Simply put, it a chance for you to heal. I work with an integrative psychodynamic model, bringing in elements of CBT and minfulness.
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We can all experience emotional difficulties at some point in our lives. This may be due to recent or historic events and these can manifest in different ways. I don't believe that people fit into boxes. I work people dealing with trauma, experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, psychosis and other problems. I integrate different ideas and approaches in order to understand your experiences. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy and family therapy.
We can all experience emotional difficulties at some point in our lives. This may be due to recent or historic events and these can manifest in different ways. I don't believe that people fit into boxes. I work people dealing with trauma, experiencing PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, psychosis and other problems. I integrate different ideas and approaches in order to understand your experiences. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy and family therapy.
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My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety & stress, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism), low self-esteem, relationship and commitment issues, family dynamics, addictions, LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, bereavement & loss, trauma & PTSD, women's health (PMDD, menopause).
Sometimes our thoughts and emotions can feel too much for us to deal with. We may feel vulnerable, lost, torn or stuck, and find ourselves in need of help. Let me offer you an open, safe and judgment free space, that encourages you to explore whatever's on your mind. I am a qualified and highly experienced UKCP Accredited Counselling Psychotherapist working with adults, couples and groups. I believe that therapy should be an empowering process for each client, therefore taking a collaborative, client-focused approach which respects diversity and difference is essential for an effective therapeutic process.
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety & stress, neurodiversity (ADHD, autism), low self-esteem, relationship and commitment issues, family dynamics, addictions, LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, bereavement & loss, trauma & PTSD, women's health (PMDD, menopause).
Sometimes our thoughts and emotions can feel too much for us to deal with. We may feel vulnerable, lost, torn or stuck, and find ourselves in need of help. Let me offer you an open, safe and judgment free space, that encourages you to explore whatever's on your mind. I am a qualified and highly experienced UKCP Accredited Counselling Psychotherapist working with adults, couples and groups. I believe that therapy should be an empowering process for each client, therefore taking a collaborative, client-focused approach which respects diversity and difference is essential for an effective therapeutic process.
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I will help you to understand and make sense of what's bothering you, by exploring your motivations, wishes, and emotions. We will then begin to identify how these influence and interlink with your external world (family, work, intimate relationships/support networks). We can also explore the wider societal systems and structures that might be contributing to your problems i.e. making you feel overwhelmed, stuck, lost, etc. Taking each emotion, memory, and experience piece by piece we will make sense and meaning out of your experiences together so that you can better manage and move ahead in your life.
I will help you to understand and make sense of what's bothering you, by exploring your motivations, wishes, and emotions. We will then begin to identify how these influence and interlink with your external world (family, work, intimate relationships/support networks). We can also explore the wider societal systems and structures that might be contributing to your problems i.e. making you feel overwhelmed, stuck, lost, etc. Taking each emotion, memory, and experience piece by piece we will make sense and meaning out of your experiences together so that you can better manage and move ahead in your life.
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Katia Volodina
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SE1
Life is full of adversity, which at times prove too overwhelming or painful for our coping mechanisms. In addition, the trauma may be too intimate to share with friends or family members. This is the point when therapy can prove to be of valid help. Therapy can also support you through life transition and help you to process a significant life event. It offers a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space to talk through and explore past experiences that influences the way we are today. It can help in prioritising what really matters, unblocks creativity and provides tools to turn crises into opportunities.
Life is full of adversity, which at times prove too overwhelming or painful for our coping mechanisms. In addition, the trauma may be too intimate to share with friends or family members. This is the point when therapy can prove to be of valid help. Therapy can also support you through life transition and help you to process a significant life event. It offers a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space to talk through and explore past experiences that influences the way we are today. It can help in prioritising what really matters, unblocks creativity and provides tools to turn crises into opportunities.
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I have extensive experience in private practice working with family/partner dynamics, difference, belonging, identity, cultural issues and inter-generational trauma and understanding how these issues can affect people in the course of their everyday life.
Life can be challenging sometimes and you may feel overwhelmed by difficult feelings or behaviours. Sometimes you may simply want to understand yourself better, realise your potential or improve your relationships. I am a professionally qualified and registered Adult and Forensic Psychodynamic Psychotherapist. Psychotherapy aims to help you overcome obstacles to make sense of your internal world and feel understood and supported. It could help you to achieve lasting and fulfilling change in relationships with others but also your most important relationship, the one you have with yourself.
I have extensive experience in private practice working with family/partner dynamics, difference, belonging, identity, cultural issues and inter-generational trauma and understanding how these issues can affect people in the course of their everyday life.
Life can be challenging sometimes and you may feel overwhelmed by difficult feelings or behaviours. Sometimes you may simply want to understand yourself better, realise your potential or improve your relationships. I am a professionally qualified and registered Adult and Forensic Psychodynamic Psychotherapist. Psychotherapy aims to help you overcome obstacles to make sense of your internal world and feel understood and supported. It could help you to achieve lasting and fulfilling change in relationships with others but also your most important relationship, the one you have with yourself.
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I'm an experienced senior clinician within the NHS with a wide range of training and experience in mental health care. I have worked for over 15 years in secondary mental health care and a specialist NHS family therapy service. I offer short and long-term psychotherapy with people with a wide variety of relationship, emotional and mental health problems.
I'm an experienced senior clinician within the NHS with a wide range of training and experience in mental health care. I have worked for over 15 years in secondary mental health care and a specialist NHS family therapy service. I offer short and long-term psychotherapy with people with a wide variety of relationship, emotional and mental health problems.
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I provide a warm and non-judgemental space for people in times of crisis or if they just need a quiet place to talk through what's bothering them. I regularly help clients deal with issues such as anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, grief, family problems, financial worries, relationship issues, women's issues, trauma and work problems.
I provide a warm and non-judgemental space for people in times of crisis or if they just need a quiet place to talk through what's bothering them. I regularly help clients deal with issues such as anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, grief, family problems, financial worries, relationship issues, women's issues, trauma and work problems.
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Building on interpersonal relationships and family relationships is something that I take pride on also focusing on.
I am someone who cares about the well-being of others which led me to qualify as a BACP Accredited Person-Centred Counsellor. My counselling method is built on person-centred counselling plus adapting to the clients’ needs and creating a unique style for each client. We tend to place such a focus and emphasis on our physical health, whether through dietary or physical exercise but can easily neglect our mental health. Our mental health is just as important as it is a part of what makes us who we are. We all deserve to have a healthy well-being and I believe that counselling is a method to which this can be achieved.
Building on interpersonal relationships and family relationships is something that I take pride on also focusing on.
I am someone who cares about the well-being of others which led me to qualify as a BACP Accredited Person-Centred Counsellor. My counselling method is built on person-centred counselling plus adapting to the clients’ needs and creating a unique style for each client. We tend to place such a focus and emphasis on our physical health, whether through dietary or physical exercise but can easily neglect our mental health. Our mental health is just as important as it is a part of what makes us who we are. We all deserve to have a healthy well-being and I believe that counselling is a method to which this can be achieved.
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Many reasons can bring us to therapy whether they are temporary difficulties, long-term struggles or the desire for personal development. I offer a warm, non-judgmental and confidential space in which you can talk openly about any aspects of your life in a way which might not be possible with friends or family. I am here to listen and to work with you so that you can start to make sense of your feelings and create positive change in your life.
Many reasons can bring us to therapy whether they are temporary difficulties, long-term struggles or the desire for personal development. I offer a warm, non-judgmental and confidential space in which you can talk openly about any aspects of your life in a way which might not be possible with friends or family. I am here to listen and to work with you so that you can start to make sense of your feelings and create positive change in your life.
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The Psych Practice Limited
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
South London, London SW11 (Online Only)
We work with a wide range of conditions, from common psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, to more complex health conditions such as brain injury. We see individuals, couples and families. We offer: Couple therapy, Family therapy; Neuropsychology assessment & treatment, including cognitive rehabilitation; EMDR, Expert witness work; consultation (with staff teams working with challenging behaviour); ADHD assessments, Neurodevelopmental disorder and Mental capacity assessments
We work with a wide range of conditions, from common psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, to more complex health conditions such as brain injury. We see individuals, couples and families. We offer: Couple therapy, Family therapy; Neuropsychology assessment & treatment, including cognitive rehabilitation; EMDR, Expert witness work; consultation (with staff teams working with challenging behaviour); ADHD assessments, Neurodevelopmental disorder and Mental capacity assessments
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I understand that deciding to start counselling and therapy can feel like a big step, from the start of therapy I encourage my clients to feel empowered through the therapy process. It may be that you've lost a loved one, experiencing family issues, relationship breakdown, struggling with anxiety or work-place stress. It's common to be experiencing a few of these life issues at the same time, which can lead to overwhelm and burnout. As a psychotherapist I aim to offer a tailored approach to each client in therapy sessions.
I understand that deciding to start counselling and therapy can feel like a big step, from the start of therapy I encourage my clients to feel empowered through the therapy process. It may be that you've lost a loved one, experiencing family issues, relationship breakdown, struggling with anxiety or work-place stress. It's common to be experiencing a few of these life issues at the same time, which can lead to overwhelm and burnout. As a psychotherapist I aim to offer a tailored approach to each client in therapy sessions.
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This reflective process can bring about positive changes in your life, such as: improved self-awareness, a greater sense of purpose, increased confidence, and better relationships with family, friends, and peers.
I am an MSc-trained psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor, specialising in early adulthood (18 to 40). I offer a safe & confidential space to help you cope with various emotional difficulties that surface in this important period of life. I can provide support for depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, bereavement, traumatic experiences, relationship difficulties, pregnancy, gender & sexuality, identity issues, performance anxiety, and career uncertainty. I currently work in private practice, having previously held a full-time position with the NHS. Prior to that, I worked as a psychotherapist at UCL.
This reflective process can bring about positive changes in your life, such as: improved self-awareness, a greater sense of purpose, increased confidence, and better relationships with family, friends, and peers.
I am an MSc-trained psychodynamic psychotherapist and counsellor, specialising in early adulthood (18 to 40). I offer a safe & confidential space to help you cope with various emotional difficulties that surface in this important period of life. I can provide support for depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm, bereavement, traumatic experiences, relationship difficulties, pregnancy, gender & sexuality, identity issues, performance anxiety, and career uncertainty. I currently work in private practice, having previously held a full-time position with the NHS. Prior to that, I worked as a psychotherapist at UCL.
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Family Therapy Counsellors
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.