Education and Learning Disabilities Counselling in West London, London
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With a professional psychology background (BSc, PgDip, MBPsS) I have worked with adult clients who have a history of domestic violence, child sexual abuse, learning difficulties and common mental conditions.
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.
With a professional psychology background (BSc, PgDip, MBPsS) I have worked with adult clients who have a history of domestic violence, child sexual abuse, learning difficulties and common mental conditions.
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.
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I have over ten years experience of working with children, adults and families, aiming to help people explore challenging situations or relationships, toward understanding how particular difficulties have risen and help you work through this time. I specialise in complex mental health and support individuals and families who have been affected. I have seven years experience working with children and teenagers who have Learning Disabilities and issues relating to school. I also see clients for various other struggles and work collaboratively to explore what is behind their anxiety, depression and to build self-esteem.
I have over ten years experience of working with children, adults and families, aiming to help people explore challenging situations or relationships, toward understanding how particular difficulties have risen and help you work through this time. I specialise in complex mental health and support individuals and families who have been affected. I have seven years experience working with children and teenagers who have Learning Disabilities and issues relating to school. I also see clients for various other struggles and work collaboratively to explore what is behind their anxiety, depression and to build self-esteem.
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Advanced Assessments Expert Witness Psychologists
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
West London, London W1J
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
PSYCHOLOGY EXPERT SERVICES: Psychological assessment, educational testing services and occupational health assessments. EXPERT PSYCHOLOGIST ASSESSMENT OF SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY & NEURODEVELOPMENTAL CONDITIONS: Dyslexia tests, dyslexia in children, dyspraxia tests, autism spectrum disorder, autism spectrum, ADHD tests, and official IQ testing. MENTAL HEALTH: Personality disorder testing, mental health assessment online, wellbeing, and assessments of malingering disorders. We provide occupational health checks, undertake occupational health referrals, work capability assessments and advise on sickness absence policy.
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De Mori’s experience is deep inside the Psychology Science field of Learning Disability, ADHD, and Intelectual Disability.
Dr. Letizia De Mori is a Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, Researcher, and Superior Cognitive Function Rehabilitator. Her expertise is to test with Assessments for Learning Disability and DIfficulty; Spectrum Autism Disorder; Personality; Psychological Expertise for Psychological Damage. Cognitive rehabilitation is programmed for Brain Injuries (such as Ictus or cerebral haemorrhage and for rehabilitation for Learning Disabilities/Difficulties and ADHD).
De Mori’s experience is deep inside the Psychology Science field of Learning Disability, ADHD, and Intelectual Disability.
Dr. Letizia De Mori is a Psychologist, Neuropsychologist, Researcher, and Superior Cognitive Function Rehabilitator. Her expertise is to test with Assessments for Learning Disability and DIfficulty; Spectrum Autism Disorder; Personality; Psychological Expertise for Psychological Damage. Cognitive rehabilitation is programmed for Brain Injuries (such as Ictus or cerebral haemorrhage and for rehabilitation for Learning Disabilities/Difficulties and ADHD).
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Melissa has a background as a Special Needs Teacher working for ten years in mainstream schools supporting children with specific learning difficulties, in particular ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia and OCD. As a Child and Adolescent Integrative Psychotherapist she uses a variety of techniques and methods, such as art, play, symbol, metaphor and various media, to help children and adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour. Melissa recognises that children and adolescents sometimes struggle to put their feelings into words and therefore supports her clients to express their feelings safely in different ways.
Melissa has a background as a Special Needs Teacher working for ten years in mainstream schools supporting children with specific learning difficulties, in particular ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia and OCD. As a Child and Adolescent Integrative Psychotherapist she uses a variety of techniques and methods, such as art, play, symbol, metaphor and various media, to help children and adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour. Melissa recognises that children and adolescents sometimes struggle to put their feelings into words and therefore supports her clients to express their feelings safely in different ways.
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I am excited by the new discoveries in neuroscience and my work can take on more of a coaching style, where we discover together the things that have been holding you back from living the life you want to live, discovering how old habitual patterns keep you doing the same old things, and learning new ways to create a new future for yourself.
Hello; a warm welcome to my profile. Perhaps you are trying to change something in your life; perhaps you are wanting to give up old habits or create new ones. Maybe you are struggling with something, or perhaps you just want to take a look at your life and assess or reassess it. Together we can work out a way forward; by looking at and following your cues, which you may or may not be aware of right now, we can map a path that feels right for you. I truly believe that everyone carries their own answers within them; we just need to find out what they are!
I am excited by the new discoveries in neuroscience and my work can take on more of a coaching style, where we discover together the things that have been holding you back from living the life you want to live, discovering how old habitual patterns keep you doing the same old things, and learning new ways to create a new future for yourself.
Hello; a warm welcome to my profile. Perhaps you are trying to change something in your life; perhaps you are wanting to give up old habits or create new ones. Maybe you are struggling with something, or perhaps you just want to take a look at your life and assess or reassess it. Together we can work out a way forward; by looking at and following your cues, which you may or may not be aware of right now, we can map a path that feels right for you. I truly believe that everyone carries their own answers within them; we just need to find out what they are!
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Dr Jack McKellar
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West London, London W1K
An assessment can also determine whether a diagnosis of specific learning difficulties can be made, which include: Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia.
I offer comprehensive neuropsychological assessment of cognitive and academic ability for children. This can help identify the appropriate levels of support needed to reach a child's potential in education, home and work. It is a broad and detailed review by a qualified clinical psychologist, trained at doctoral level and accredited by the HCPC. An assessment will look in detail about different areas of functioning using psychometric tests that can capture ability across a broad range of areas.
An assessment can also determine whether a diagnosis of specific learning difficulties can be made, which include: Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia.
I offer comprehensive neuropsychological assessment of cognitive and academic ability for children. This can help identify the appropriate levels of support needed to reach a child's potential in education, home and work. It is a broad and detailed review by a qualified clinical psychologist, trained at doctoral level and accredited by the HCPC. An assessment will look in detail about different areas of functioning using psychometric tests that can capture ability across a broad range of areas.
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Embrace your authentic self, and thrive in your uniqueness. Specialising in Psychological sciences with a focus on Health Psychology I have a real passion for understanding health behaviours and developing psychological interventions to support behaviour change and long-term illness prevention. Experience within the NHS and therapeutic approaches to behaviour change as a qualified CBT practitioner with personal experience and education in the awareness of Autism, Down syndrome and other specific learning disabilities with a real interest in chronic pain, inclusivity and equality in people and the unique ways our brains work.
Embrace your authentic self, and thrive in your uniqueness. Specialising in Psychological sciences with a focus on Health Psychology I have a real passion for understanding health behaviours and developing psychological interventions to support behaviour change and long-term illness prevention. Experience within the NHS and therapeutic approaches to behaviour change as a qualified CBT practitioner with personal experience and education in the awareness of Autism, Down syndrome and other specific learning disabilities with a real interest in chronic pain, inclusivity and equality in people and the unique ways our brains work.
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Dr Lorna Stewart
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
West London, London W1G
I am an experienced multi-trained Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Management Consultant, with 30 years in the NHS and private sector, and 18 years in private practice. I have offered consultation to executive teams in improvement and negotiation, delivering large scale change, and setting up mental health services. I have worked for Court undertaking medicolegal assessments and psychological interventions. I have assessed neurodivergence (Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD), and worked clinically with people with the full range of mental health difficulties, significant trauma, learning disabilities, and acquired brain injury.
I am an experienced multi-trained Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Management Consultant, with 30 years in the NHS and private sector, and 18 years in private practice. I have offered consultation to executive teams in improvement and negotiation, delivering large scale change, and setting up mental health services. I have worked for Court undertaking medicolegal assessments and psychological interventions. I have assessed neurodivergence (Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD), and worked clinically with people with the full range of mental health difficulties, significant trauma, learning disabilities, and acquired brain injury.
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Having worked extremely hard at learning to love and value myself along with all of my own challenges that I faced on my own journey, is what I believe makes me a great counsellor.
Counselling for me was an absolute gift. Having experienced first hand what it is like to receive counselling and going on my own therapeutic journey, both before training, during training and still now, I believe that everyone could benefit from therapy. I am a Person Centred Counsellor and can offer you a safe space to explore and externalise your emotions and work through whatever feelings that you want to bring. I really believe that asking for help is the first step to self awareness which in turn can bring you self acceptance and most importantly self worth. I would invite you to read on and consider me as your counsellor.
Having worked extremely hard at learning to love and value myself along with all of my own challenges that I faced on my own journey, is what I believe makes me a great counsellor.
Counselling for me was an absolute gift. Having experienced first hand what it is like to receive counselling and going on my own therapeutic journey, both before training, during training and still now, I believe that everyone could benefit from therapy. I am a Person Centred Counsellor and can offer you a safe space to explore and externalise your emotions and work through whatever feelings that you want to bring. I really believe that asking for help is the first step to self awareness which in turn can bring you self acceptance and most importantly self worth. I would invite you to read on and consider me as your counsellor.
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Therapy creates a safe space for you to work through the challenges life can bring and help you to reach your full potential. If you choose to work with GQ psychotherapy we will identify problem areas - working collaboratively towards an agreed goal and course of psychotherapy. Our ethos and aim is to use evidence – based CBT treatment to support and take care of the individual with a human approach.
Therapy creates a safe space for you to work through the challenges life can bring and help you to reach your full potential. If you choose to work with GQ psychotherapy we will identify problem areas - working collaboratively towards an agreed goal and course of psychotherapy. Our ethos and aim is to use evidence – based CBT treatment to support and take care of the individual with a human approach.
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Elisabeta Stancu - Counselling & Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
West London, London W5 (Online Only)
I am a qualified Psychologist in my country of origin and a Counsellor/Psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have experience working with people with a wide range of issues related to alcohol or drug use, withdrawal from activities or friends, low energy or problems sleeping, inability to concentrate, mood changes, sex drive, excessive anger or feeling sad and down. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts, experiences and problems. I work with adults (and couples), teenagers and children, offering face-to-face and online sessions.
I am a qualified Psychologist in my country of origin and a Counsellor/Psychotherapist registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have experience working with people with a wide range of issues related to alcohol or drug use, withdrawal from activities or friends, low energy or problems sleeping, inability to concentrate, mood changes, sex drive, excessive anger or feeling sad and down. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts, experiences and problems. I work with adults (and couples), teenagers and children, offering face-to-face and online sessions.
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Welcome. If you are in distress, not sure where to turn, or you may be feeling lonely, in need of a safe space to just be. Please know that however difficult it has been to reach out, that you are now beginning a process to alleviate the suffering and pain you might be currently experiencing. Whether that's depression, anxiety, grief, loss, bereavement, abuse, or just feeling bewildered, deflated by life, I offer a compassionate and safe space to talk. I will walk alongside you in the process of self discovery. Anyone and everyone welcome.ie inclusivity around race, gender, sexuality or age is important to me.
Welcome. If you are in distress, not sure where to turn, or you may be feeling lonely, in need of a safe space to just be. Please know that however difficult it has been to reach out, that you are now beginning a process to alleviate the suffering and pain you might be currently experiencing. Whether that's depression, anxiety, grief, loss, bereavement, abuse, or just feeling bewildered, deflated by life, I offer a compassionate and safe space to talk. I will walk alongside you in the process of self discovery. Anyone and everyone welcome.ie inclusivity around race, gender, sexuality or age is important to me.
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Experienced psychotherapist and consultant. We are the experts of our lives and sometimes, we go through difficult times, where we may need support from someone else, to guide us on our journey. How I offer this support is by providing a safe space, allowing you to have the autonomy to be that expert in your life. I strongly focus on safety, trust and a person centred foundation, as it is important for you to feel that the therapeutic space, is your safe space. Know that working with me, you will feel seen. You will feel heard. You will feel understood. I welcome you to a safe space where we can make sense of things together.
Experienced psychotherapist and consultant. We are the experts of our lives and sometimes, we go through difficult times, where we may need support from someone else, to guide us on our journey. How I offer this support is by providing a safe space, allowing you to have the autonomy to be that expert in your life. I strongly focus on safety, trust and a person centred foundation, as it is important for you to feel that the therapeutic space, is your safe space. Know that working with me, you will feel seen. You will feel heard. You will feel understood. I welcome you to a safe space where we can make sense of things together.
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In my private practice and as a college school counsellor my clients often face stress, anxiety, and sometimes anger. This may lead to experiencing sadness, feeling despaired, alone, worthless. Life can bring us hardships, many of which may develop into anxiety and unwanted behaviour or attitudes as a result of difficult circumstances. I work with my clients to help them make sense of their difficulties and foster acceptance within. I provide an empathic and non-judgmental space in which we will work together towards your mental wellbeing and peace of mind. I offer a mindful approach to counselling tailored to each situation.
In my private practice and as a college school counsellor my clients often face stress, anxiety, and sometimes anger. This may lead to experiencing sadness, feeling despaired, alone, worthless. Life can bring us hardships, many of which may develop into anxiety and unwanted behaviour or attitudes as a result of difficult circumstances. I work with my clients to help them make sense of their difficulties and foster acceptance within. I provide an empathic and non-judgmental space in which we will work together towards your mental wellbeing and peace of mind. I offer a mindful approach to counselling tailored to each situation.
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Dr Bishnu Upadhaya
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Not Verified Not Verified
West London, London W1W (Online Only)
An enthusiastic, skilled and well-motivated Psychological, Neuropsychological, Integrated Medicine and healthcare consultant with more than 19 years’ experiences, promoting the welfare of patients, families, and vulnerable people. Experienced in providing specialist Neuropsychological, Psychological, Herbal Medicine, Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Assessments, Consultation and Treatments of direct and referred clients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a psychological and holistic approach and treatment and tasting.
An enthusiastic, skilled and well-motivated Psychological, Neuropsychological, Integrated Medicine and healthcare consultant with more than 19 years’ experiences, promoting the welfare of patients, families, and vulnerable people. Experienced in providing specialist Neuropsychological, Psychological, Herbal Medicine, Naturopathic and Homeopathic Medicine Assessments, Consultation and Treatments of direct and referred clients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a psychological and holistic approach and treatment and tasting.
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I provide a safe and confidential space to explore what you may be going through or if you feel that a change is needed. Feeling stuck or low in life can be a struggle, we can 'talk' about your journey together to provide clarity, and resilience you need to take the first step forward.
I provide a safe and confidential space to explore what you may be going through or if you feel that a change is needed. Feeling stuck or low in life can be a struggle, we can 'talk' about your journey together to provide clarity, and resilience you need to take the first step forward.
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I believe psychotherapy is an opportunity to connect with your Inner-Spirit through a process of reflection and self-awareness. I have a heart-centred approach to therapy and provide a warm, safe environment essential for the healing process to unfold. I work in from an integrative approach using the methods that are suited to the individual needs of each person. By taking a Mind, Body and Soul approach to therapy I can provide a space where you can re-connect to your Inner-Self, your essence, truth, joy, compassion, and sense of aliveness. This authenticity will enables you to reconnect with your Soul Nature.
I believe psychotherapy is an opportunity to connect with your Inner-Spirit through a process of reflection and self-awareness. I have a heart-centred approach to therapy and provide a warm, safe environment essential for the healing process to unfold. I work in from an integrative approach using the methods that are suited to the individual needs of each person. By taking a Mind, Body and Soul approach to therapy I can provide a space where you can re-connect to your Inner-Self, your essence, truth, joy, compassion, and sense of aliveness. This authenticity will enables you to reconnect with your Soul Nature.
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Hi, I'm Ali. Since you’ve found your way to this page, you’re most likely struggling with something in your life, and may be looking for some help with coping. Feelings and situations in life can be overwhelming and talking to an experienced professional can help you to sort out the jumble and make sense of what’s happening, and what you need. In our counselling sessions, we can talk about whatever is on your mind right now. I'm caring, calm, empathic and easy to talk to. I've seen how counselling can transform the way we think, manage relationships and make decisions about our lives.
Hi, I'm Ali. Since you’ve found your way to this page, you’re most likely struggling with something in your life, and may be looking for some help with coping. Feelings and situations in life can be overwhelming and talking to an experienced professional can help you to sort out the jumble and make sense of what’s happening, and what you need. In our counselling sessions, we can talk about whatever is on your mind right now. I'm caring, calm, empathic and easy to talk to. I've seen how counselling can transform the way we think, manage relationships and make decisions about our lives.
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Dr Juliet Anton
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West London, London W2 (Online Only)
Expressing our vulnerabilities can be risky especially if we feel our society is too quick to judge or misunderstand our personal experience(s). I completed my undergraduate studies at King’s College London and my postgraduate/ doctoral studies at the University of Surrey. I am able to work using a number of approaches including humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, integrative and EMDR approaches. I currently offer individual therapy online. I can offer a free 30-minute consultation where we can discuss what you want to work on and whether you feel we could work together to achieve your goals.
Expressing our vulnerabilities can be risky especially if we feel our society is too quick to judge or misunderstand our personal experience(s). I completed my undergraduate studies at King’s College London and my postgraduate/ doctoral studies at the University of Surrey. I am able to work using a number of approaches including humanistic, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural, integrative and EMDR approaches. I currently offer individual therapy online. I can offer a free 30-minute consultation where we can discuss what you want to work on and whether you feel we could work together to achieve your goals.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Counsellors
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.