Female Counselling in West Kensington, London
Welcome, I am Nalan. I believe that counselling helps us process difficult and challenging thoughts and feelings by focusing on developing the unique potential of each person. My integrative approach explores present experiences as well as gaining insight from past experiences that may influence the present world. I also use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alone or to compliment the above approaches helping to identify, challenge and replace automatic negative thoughts and behaviours with objective, realistic thoughts as well as Life Coaching to help identify goals, devise solutions, achieve growth and transformation.
Welcome, I am Nalan. I believe that counselling helps us process difficult and challenging thoughts and feelings by focusing on developing the unique potential of each person. My integrative approach explores present experiences as well as gaining insight from past experiences that may influence the present world. I also use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy alone or to compliment the above approaches helping to identify, challenge and replace automatic negative thoughts and behaviours with objective, realistic thoughts as well as Life Coaching to help identify goals, devise solutions, achieve growth and transformation.
Clare Venner
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Kensington, London W14 (Online Only)
Hello! I help individual adults with a wide variety of issues to explore their concerns and move on to a more contented life. I specialise in addiction and bereavement but also see people who suffer from a wide variety of human conditions such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties etc. I have been in practice for 14 years and have witnessed numerous times how counselling can change peoples' lives and relationships for the better. Lets get started!
Hello! I help individual adults with a wide variety of issues to explore their concerns and move on to a more contented life. I specialise in addiction and bereavement but also see people who suffer from a wide variety of human conditions such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationship difficulties etc. I have been in practice for 14 years and have witnessed numerous times how counselling can change peoples' lives and relationships for the better. Lets get started!
I am a qualified and experienced Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. Previous to the MA in Child Psychotherapy, I have been trained in Switzerland as Psychomotor Therapist, with a focus on Play Therapy and Body Work for Children and young adults. I have many years of experience working with my clients through play therapy and talking therapy but integrate EMDR, body awareness and symbolism, art materials, clay and sand into my work to facilitate unconscious emotional processes.
I am a qualified and experienced Integrative Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. Previous to the MA in Child Psychotherapy, I have been trained in Switzerland as Psychomotor Therapist, with a focus on Play Therapy and Body Work for Children and young adults. I have many years of experience working with my clients through play therapy and talking therapy but integrate EMDR, body awareness and symbolism, art materials, clay and sand into my work to facilitate unconscious emotional processes.
Dr Sofia Ferreira
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
West Kensington, London W14 (Online Only)
Does your inner world feel out of balance? Perhaps you feeling stressed, worried, or overwhelmed? Or maybe you feeling unmotivated, down or disconnected? Being listened to and understood by a caring professional in an empathic therapeutic relationship can bring tremendous relief from emotional conflict and pain, develop a stronger self and promote constructive ways to live a more fulfilling and happy life. For more than 15 years I have been offering psychological assessment and treatment to adults and older adults with a range of difficulties.
Does your inner world feel out of balance? Perhaps you feeling stressed, worried, or overwhelmed? Or maybe you feeling unmotivated, down or disconnected? Being listened to and understood by a caring professional in an empathic therapeutic relationship can bring tremendous relief from emotional conflict and pain, develop a stronger self and promote constructive ways to live a more fulfilling and happy life. For more than 15 years I have been offering psychological assessment and treatment to adults and older adults with a range of difficulties.
Maryam Bani- Sadr
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
West Kensington, London W14 (Online Only)
I am an integrative psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and certified life-coach. I have been practicing psychotherapy and hypnotherapy for the past 14 years. My experience comes from having worked as a psychotherapist, CBT and IAPT practitioner for the NHS, within the charity sector, as well as in private practice. I also offers EMDR, which is particularly useful when working with trauma.
I am an integrative psychotherapist, hypnotherapist and certified life-coach. I have been practicing psychotherapy and hypnotherapy for the past 14 years. My experience comes from having worked as a psychotherapist, CBT and IAPT practitioner for the NHS, within the charity sector, as well as in private practice. I also offers EMDR, which is particularly useful when working with trauma.
1 in 4 people are diagnosed with a mental illness each year in the UK. Indeed, 1 in 6 report to be living with anxiety and depression. As a mental health counsellor, my areas of expertise include a sound understanding of depression, self-esteem, anxiety and stress. If you feel that you are struggling with life's load or have, low self-esteem, a persistent sadness, burnout or other emotional strain and need someone to talk with, I offer a non-judgemental approach to listening. Integrative counselling describes my overall modality and provides the basis for the format I use in developing a therapeutic relationship with clients.
1 in 4 people are diagnosed with a mental illness each year in the UK. Indeed, 1 in 6 report to be living with anxiety and depression. As a mental health counsellor, my areas of expertise include a sound understanding of depression, self-esteem, anxiety and stress. If you feel that you are struggling with life's load or have, low self-esteem, a persistent sadness, burnout or other emotional strain and need someone to talk with, I offer a non-judgemental approach to listening. Integrative counselling describes my overall modality and provides the basis for the format I use in developing a therapeutic relationship with clients.
Patricia Sandford Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
West Kensington, London W14
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Feeling alone in your relationship? Can't figure out why your relationships aren't working out and you end up alone? You are not alone. If your relationships aren't working, are unhappy, are unsatisfying your quality of life isn't all it could be. It's sad. It's exhausting. It feels hopeless sometimes. You are already taking the first step looking for someone to help you. I hear from so many couples and individuals who felt ashamed or frustrated they couldn't figure it out for themselves. That it means their marriage must be over or somethings wrong with them if they need to see a relationship therapist. You are not alone.
Feeling alone in your relationship? Can't figure out why your relationships aren't working out and you end up alone? You are not alone. If your relationships aren't working, are unhappy, are unsatisfying your quality of life isn't all it could be. It's sad. It's exhausting. It feels hopeless sometimes. You are already taking the first step looking for someone to help you. I hear from so many couples and individuals who felt ashamed or frustrated they couldn't figure it out for themselves. That it means their marriage must be over or somethings wrong with them if they need to see a relationship therapist. You are not alone.
Laura Scarrone Bonhomme
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
West Kensington, London W14 (Online Only)
I've always been deeply fascinated people's inner worlds. This passion drove me to pursue an international journey in clinical and health psychology, gaining rich experience across Spain, Chile, and the UK. Today, I bring 14 years of clinical expertise, offering a compassionate and tailored approach to therapy, combining various modalities to suit your specific needs and goals. I provide cultural sensitivity, understanding individuals from an intersectional point of view. I also consider your physical and mental health, and how it all links to your relationships and wellbeing.
I've always been deeply fascinated people's inner worlds. This passion drove me to pursue an international journey in clinical and health psychology, gaining rich experience across Spain, Chile, and the UK. Today, I bring 14 years of clinical expertise, offering a compassionate and tailored approach to therapy, combining various modalities to suit your specific needs and goals. I provide cultural sensitivity, understanding individuals from an intersectional point of view. I also consider your physical and mental health, and how it all links to your relationships and wellbeing.
I offer a confidential space and time to talk, explore feelings and deal with uncertainties or current problems in one’s life. Through our time we will explore together and bring an awareness of your inner world to help make sense out of your particular circumstances that are bringing you concern. I will offer you an empathic, warm, and non-judgmental space to listen to you. Through our reflections we can, together, help you find ways to work through your problems, and become more able and self-aware to cope in your future life. My practice is professional and confidential. I respect and am open to diversity and differences.
I offer a confidential space and time to talk, explore feelings and deal with uncertainties or current problems in one’s life. Through our time we will explore together and bring an awareness of your inner world to help make sense out of your particular circumstances that are bringing you concern. I will offer you an empathic, warm, and non-judgmental space to listen to you. Through our reflections we can, together, help you find ways to work through your problems, and become more able and self-aware to cope in your future life. My practice is professional and confidential. I respect and am open to diversity and differences.
I specialise in working with adults and am dedicated to serving diverse populations. With a wealth of experience supporting LGBTQIA+ communities and individuals from various backgrounds, I bring a deep understanding of different walks of life. Having experienced both sides of the therapeutic process, I deeply empathise with the challenges of reaching out for support and the transformative journey that therapy entails. I submitted my doctoral thesis in January 2024 and am currently going through the award process to become a Doctor of Counselling Psychology (RUL) and practice as a BACP accredited Psychotherapist (MBACP)
I specialise in working with adults and am dedicated to serving diverse populations. With a wealth of experience supporting LGBTQIA+ communities and individuals from various backgrounds, I bring a deep understanding of different walks of life. Having experienced both sides of the therapeutic process, I deeply empathise with the challenges of reaching out for support and the transformative journey that therapy entails. I submitted my doctoral thesis in January 2024 and am currently going through the award process to become a Doctor of Counselling Psychology (RUL) and practice as a BACP accredited Psychotherapist (MBACP)
Pashmina Nanwani
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
West Kensington, London W14 (Online Only)
My name is Pashmina, I am an experienced Relational Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I am Indian by origin, and have lived in Africa, Spain, Middle East and the UK. With my experience and London being so ethnically diverse, cultural and social differences play a huge role in my practice and continues to be an area of focus. I have gained experience of working with anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, and many other issues. I continue to work with clients at a centre affiliated with the NHS and as well as clients in my private practice. I offer both short-term and open ended therapy.
My name is Pashmina, I am an experienced Relational Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I am Indian by origin, and have lived in Africa, Spain, Middle East and the UK. With my experience and London being so ethnically diverse, cultural and social differences play a huge role in my practice and continues to be an area of focus. I have gained experience of working with anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, and many other issues. I continue to work with clients at a centre affiliated with the NHS and as well as clients in my private practice. I offer both short-term and open ended therapy.
Dr Agnes Heredi
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
West Kensington, London W14 (Online Only)
I am a warm, and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience in the NHS, private & charity sectors working with the adult population. I have been helping my clients overcome a wide range of psychological difficulties, enabling them to develop a better relationship with themselves and others, and to create a more fulfilling existence.
I am a warm, and compassionate Counselling Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience in the NHS, private & charity sectors working with the adult population. I have been helping my clients overcome a wide range of psychological difficulties, enabling them to develop a better relationship with themselves and others, and to create a more fulfilling existence.
My name is Jamie (she/her). I moved to London from Toronto to further my education in counselling and psychotherapy. I'm a compassionate integrative counsellor, trained psychodynamically, who consistently provides a safe, supportive, therapeutic environment where my clients feel comfortable sharing their innermost thoughts and feelings. By maintaining an empathic, trauma-informed stance, I create a space where clients can feel held. By bringing unconscious thoughts and feelings into conscious awareness, clients can learn to better understand themselves.
My name is Jamie (she/her). I moved to London from Toronto to further my education in counselling and psychotherapy. I'm a compassionate integrative counsellor, trained psychodynamically, who consistently provides a safe, supportive, therapeutic environment where my clients feel comfortable sharing their innermost thoughts and feelings. By maintaining an empathic, trauma-informed stance, I create a space where clients can feel held. By bringing unconscious thoughts and feelings into conscious awareness, clients can learn to better understand themselves.
Perhaps all in life is well, but there's an underlining feeling that "something is not right" or "I'm just not happy". This might be the point at which we turn within and ask ourselves some questions... In my experience, it can take some time and space to make sense of our thoughts and feelings and to discover what is truly important to us in our life.
Perhaps all in life is well, but there's an underlining feeling that "something is not right" or "I'm just not happy". This might be the point at which we turn within and ask ourselves some questions... In my experience, it can take some time and space to make sense of our thoughts and feelings and to discover what is truly important to us in our life.
I am a experienced, qualified Therapeutic Counsellor. I am able to work online and face 2 face. I have experience working with Children and Young people and men and women of all ages, backgrounds, cultures because of my work in a variety of sectors. I have worked within various counselling organisations and schools, offering individual therapy and support to those that need it most. Additionally, I also have experience as a Christian counsellor. Therefore I am comfortable talking about spiritual beliefs. I can help with a wide range of issues and conduct frequent reviews as the quality of the relationship is crucial to development
I am a experienced, qualified Therapeutic Counsellor. I am able to work online and face 2 face. I have experience working with Children and Young people and men and women of all ages, backgrounds, cultures because of my work in a variety of sectors. I have worked within various counselling organisations and schools, offering individual therapy and support to those that need it most. Additionally, I also have experience as a Christian counsellor. Therefore I am comfortable talking about spiritual beliefs. I can help with a wide range of issues and conduct frequent reviews as the quality of the relationship is crucial to development
Deirdre MacGinley
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
West Kensington, London W14 (Online Only)
Do you feel frightened that your world might fall apart if you look at your sexuality or gender? Maybe you have thoughts going round and round in your head, and feel like you’ve lost track of perspective. Maybe you: don't like sex/like sex 'too much' /wrong kind of sex? Your gender doesn't fit with other people's idea of you. You may feel you are betraying your family, children or culture by expressing yourself. You may believe that what’s inside you is too shocking, or wrong or too much for the people around you. You may feel like there’s no-one you can talk to, which can be very isolating.
Do you feel frightened that your world might fall apart if you look at your sexuality or gender? Maybe you have thoughts going round and round in your head, and feel like you’ve lost track of perspective. Maybe you: don't like sex/like sex 'too much' /wrong kind of sex? Your gender doesn't fit with other people's idea of you. You may feel you are betraying your family, children or culture by expressing yourself. You may believe that what’s inside you is too shocking, or wrong or too much for the people around you. You may feel like there’s no-one you can talk to, which can be very isolating.
Hi, my name is Charlotte. I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist with an MSc in Transactional Analysis. I know that coming to therapy can often feel difficult and scary. The desire to want to change often comes out of finding yourself stuck in the same place. This can feel confusing and even overwhelming, so finding the right therapist for you is essential. Together, we will work on making sense of the mental blocks you’ve hit to unlock new ways of thinking through the past in order to awaken present. I am a warm, empathic and direct counsellor who can offer you a confidential space to explore yourself deeply and in your own time.
Hi, my name is Charlotte. I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist with an MSc in Transactional Analysis. I know that coming to therapy can often feel difficult and scary. The desire to want to change often comes out of finding yourself stuck in the same place. This can feel confusing and even overwhelming, so finding the right therapist for you is essential. Together, we will work on making sense of the mental blocks you’ve hit to unlock new ways of thinking through the past in order to awaken present. I am a warm, empathic and direct counsellor who can offer you a confidential space to explore yourself deeply and in your own time.
Dr Maxine King
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
West Kensington, London W14 (Online Only)
I am a highly experienced counselling psychologist and cognitive behavioural psychotherapist who has been in clinical practice since 2004. I offer modern, evidenced-based psychological therapy for adults experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties. I specialise in working with anxiety (including obsessive compulsive disorder, generalised anxiety, panic and post traumatic stress disorder), depression, trauma, low self-esteem and relationship problems.
I am a highly experienced counselling psychologist and cognitive behavioural psychotherapist who has been in clinical practice since 2004. I offer modern, evidenced-based psychological therapy for adults experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties. I specialise in working with anxiety (including obsessive compulsive disorder, generalised anxiety, panic and post traumatic stress disorder), depression, trauma, low self-esteem and relationship problems.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist with specialist experience of working with couples and individuals experiencing relationship and personal difficulties. Some of the areas that I have worked with clients include: • Communication difficulties • Feeling confused or stuck in your relationship • Repetitive and/or escalating arguments • Lack of intimacy – emotional and physical • Parenting challenges • Separation and divorce • Difficulty in maintaining lasting relationships • Anxiety and/or depression • Life events such as loss, trauma, abortion, miscarriage and illness • Cultural, sexual and identity issues
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist with specialist experience of working with couples and individuals experiencing relationship and personal difficulties. Some of the areas that I have worked with clients include: • Communication difficulties • Feeling confused or stuck in your relationship • Repetitive and/or escalating arguments • Lack of intimacy – emotional and physical • Parenting challenges • Separation and divorce • Difficulty in maintaining lasting relationships • Anxiety and/or depression • Life events such as loss, trauma, abortion, miscarriage and illness • Cultural, sexual and identity issues
Louise Champion
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Kensington, London W14
I am a registered Integrative psychotherapist with UKCP in the final year of my Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at Metanoia and Middlesex University. I work both long and short-term in a one-to-one setting with adults from diverse backgrounds, faced with a wide range of life challenges and experiences. I offer a safe confidential environment to collaboratively explore any issues and difficulties you may be experiencing.
I am a registered Integrative psychotherapist with UKCP in the final year of my Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at Metanoia and Middlesex University. I work both long and short-term in a one-to-one setting with adults from diverse backgrounds, faced with a wide range of life challenges and experiences. I offer a safe confidential environment to collaboratively explore any issues and difficulties you may be experiencing.
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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.