Welcome to UK Therapy Guide's London therapist network, where we connect you with professional counselling services throughout the capital. With over 10 years of experience matching clients with qualified therapists near them, we understand finding the right psychotherapist in London can feel overwhelming. Whether you're seeking in-person therapy in London or online support from a London-based practitioner, our extensive network of accredited counsellors and psychotherapists covers all specialties and approaches. In a city where 1 in 4 adults experiences mental health challenges annually, having the right support matters.
Therapists in London
Access experienced, accredited therapists across London for personalised mental health support when you need it most.
Discover personalized mental health support through UK Therapy Guide's diverse network of therapists, offering both in-person and online sessions.
When London Life Becomes Overwhelming
Navigate the unique pressures of London life with support from dedicated therapists who understand the city's complexities and offer practical tools for resilience.
Living in London brings unique pressures—the relentless pace, career demands, and the paradox of feeling alone despite being surrounded by millions. The environmental stressors of city living can significantly impact mental wellbeing, with research showing urban environments can exacerbate feelings of isolation, anxiety, and burnout. When everyday challenges start affecting your relationships, work, or sense of self, it's time to reach out.
Working with a qualified London therapist provides a dedicated space to explore what's happening beneath the surface of your busy life. Through evidence-based approaches like CBT, psychodynamic therapy, or mindfulness techniques, therapy offers practical tools to manage stress while addressing deeper patterns that may be holding you back. Our network includes specialists in "urban mindfulness" techniques specifically designed to help Londoners create mental space within the city's intensity.
London-based therapists understand the unique context of the city and can help you navigate its complexities while building resilience. With both in-person and online counselling options available, professional support is accessible regardless of your schedule or location within Greater London.
Common Questions About Starting Therapy in London
- "Is my problem serious enough for therapy?" If something is affecting your wellbeing or daily functioning, it deserves attention. No concern is too small when it comes to your mental health.
- "How do I know if a therapist is properly qualified?" All therapists in our London network hold accreditation from recognised bodies like BACP or UKCP and undergo our additional vetting process, exceeding industry standards.
- "How do I know which type of therapy is right for me?" Our placement team will guide you through options based on your specific needs, preferences, and goals.
- "What if I'm not sure about starting therapy?" It's completely normal to feel uncertain about starting therapy. Our friendly placement team can discuss your concerns and help you make an informed decision without any pressure.
Have questions about starting therapy in London? Discover answers related to therapist qualifications, affordability options, and therapy types.
Not Sure if Therapy is Right For You?
Curious about therapy but have questions? Our interactive quiz helps demystify therapy and clear up common misconceptions.
Our Quick Quiz Helps You:
- Learn what therapy actually involves
- Understand how it might help you
- Discover what to expect from sessions
- Get clarity on practical matters like costs
Why Choose UK Therapy Guide to Find a Therapist in London
Trust UK Therapy Guide for expertly matched therapist-client connections, ensuring you receive culturally competent and accessible support for your needs.
- Personalised Matching Service: Our placement call service provides free, human-led therapist matching rather than relying on algorithms—ensuring compatibility beyond paper credentials.
- Verified London Network: Every therapist in our London directory is personally vetted, with an average of 15+ years of professional experience.
- Cultural Competence: We prioritise matching clients with London counsellors who understand their cultural background, especially important in London's diverse communities.
- Flexible Session Options: Choose between in-person therapy across London boroughs or online sessions with London-based practitioners.
- Quick Access: While NHS waiting lists for talking therapies in London average 22 days, our private therapists often offer appointments within 48 hours.
How it Works
Finding the right therapist shouldn't feel overwhelming. Our simple, personalised process ensures you're matched with the perfect counsellor for your needs.
Share Your Preferences
Complete our brief placement form to tell us about your needs, schedule preferences, and what you're looking for in a therapist.
Free Consultation Call
Have a friendly chat with our placement specialists who'll take the time to understand your situation and match you with the perfect therapist for your needs.
Begin Your Journey
Meet your carefully matched therapist and start working together through regular sessions to achieve your therapeutic goals.
Meet Our London Therapists
Finding the right therapist shouldn't be complicated. Our placement team personally knows every therapist in our network, ensuring we can match you with someone who truly understands your needs.
Why we recommend Dougie
Dougie offers a compassionate approach to therapy, helping clients break free from negative patterns and find new ways to cope with anxiety, depression, and life challenges. He provides a safe space to heal, grow, and move forward, whether you're facing past trauma, relationship struggles, or personal transitions.
London
Mindfulness Practitioner
Couples Conflict Specialist
Trauma Recovery Expert
Are you struggling with anxiety & depression, loneliness or stress? Do you feel held back from traumatic experiences from your past? Is your relationship in conflict? Are you seeking to...
Are you struggling with anxiety & depression, loneliness or stress?
Do you feel held back from traumatic experiences from your past?
Is your relationship in conflict?
Are you seeking to realise long-awaited changes but don’t know how?
Tried talking to friends but without success?
Is now the time to seek professional help?
Talking Therapy
As a therapist I aim to help individuals understand that clinging to negative thoughts and feelings causes suffering. This pattern can become automatic and habitual, and at times can lead us to descend into downward cycles of low mood, anxiety and depression.
Together, at a pace that’s right for you, I will support you in developing greater perspective on your automatic behaviours, and, I will guide you in how to cultivate alternative, more skilful ways of working with them.
These strategies promote freedom from the cycles of suffering, and produce a felt sense of manageability, liberation and release.
Whether you’re hoping to understand and move beyond traumatic experiences originating in your past, or to realise long-awaited changes in your personal or professional relationships in the present, I’m here to help.
At all times I will listen empathically and offer you a kindly, confidential and hopeful relationship were you can bring all of yourself without judgement.
Mindfulness Practices
Alongside talking therapy I also offer mindfulness practices. These popular practices are above all practical in every-day life and help support the change process.
In short, mindfulness practices help us to ‘respond’ rather than ‘react’ to our negative states of mind, difficult people or situations in our daily lives. It offers us a solution to the frustration, despair and confusion associated with our habitual, reactive and ‘avoidant’ behaviours.
Over time, a more authentic you can learn to emerge, a more integrated you, in greater harmony with your difficult thoughts and feelings, more at peace with those around you, including your enemies.
If my approach resonates with you, and you’re curious to know more, then do get in touch.
Work Experience
I provide confidential support for adults and young people from all backgrounds.
My work experience includes running a successful private practice for 14 years and 5 years within the NHS Psychological Support Service.
I’ve also undertaken specialist training in ‘Imago Therapy’ to enable me to work effectively with couples in conflict.
In line with the BACP professional framework I attend regular clinical supervision. I also participate in officially recognised CPD courses, workshops and retreats to further my development as a therapist.
I’m well-travelled and have an interest in other cultures, which I believe enables me to work more effectively with cultural issues and diversity.
I volunteer for my local Buddhist centre and support mindfulness courses and meditation classes which are passed on to my clients on request.
Counselling sessions available. Mon to Fri, 9am – 9pm (GMT) Couples £90 and Individuals £70
Skype, Zoom and Whats App sessions available on request.
In person – E3 5NY
Walk n Talk – Victoria Park, London
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Skype, Zoom and What’s App sessions available on request.
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Online – Zoom, Skype and WhatsApp available.
Therapy Offered
- Behaviour Therapy
- Bereavement Therapy
- Brief Therapy
- Couples Therapy
- Humanistic Therapy
- Integrative Therapy
- Person Centred Therapy
Speciality areas
Qualifications
- Adv Dip Level 4
- Certificate in Couples Counselling
- Mindfulness Practitioner
Session Fees
| Session Type | Online & Phone | In-Person |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | £70 | £70 |
| Couples | £90 | £90 |
| Adolescent | £70 | £70 |
Why we recommend Gabriela
Gabriela’s warm and insightful approach supports individuals and couples facing life’s toughest challenges, from trauma and stress to relationship struggles. With a deep understanding of mental health, she offers therapy that empowers clients to make meaningful changes and improve their lives.
London
Trauma-Informed Care
Psychosexual Therapy Expert
Chartered Psychologist
I work with individuals and couples seeking help with a variety of issues ranging from adjustment to life events, such as loss, trauma, illness, relationship difficulties, problems in the workplace,...
I work with individuals and couples seeking help with a variety of issues ranging from adjustment to life events, such as loss, trauma, illness, relationship difficulties, problems in the workplace, to long-standing difficulties relating to self-esteem, addictions, and mood disorders. Some of my clients seek psychological support, more generally, to enhance life competencies, interpersonal communication skills, and personal growth. I also provide coaching and consultations to individuals and organizations.
My philosophy is that change is possible in all of us with the right guidance and interest in personal growth.
I bring extensive experience in a broad range of mental health settings, and I approach each case with sensitivity to the culture, ethnicity, and sexual orientation of each individual. My specializations include: Adult Mental Health Psychology and Psychotherapy; Clinical Health Psychology (with a focus on oncology and sexual health); Trauma; Mindfulness training; Work with expatriate communities; Consultations; Coaching and personal development; Stress management in the workplace; Supervision to allied health care professionals.
Each of the above areas of mental health has enhanced my understanding of the range of symptoms and consequences of emotional and psychological distress. In the area of oncology and sexual health, for example, I have gained deeper insight into the mind-body connection, and have helped my clients avoid being defined by their difficulties. Working closely with refugees from war zones has taught me about the human potential for recovery with the help of validation and trauma-specific intervention. My work with expatriate communities also highlighted the profound impact of cultural dislocation on individuals and their families, as well as our ability to adapt to challenging circumstances. In my role as a coach, I learnt how anxiety often hampers career progress. More generally, treating individuals who struggle to make sense of their lives, due either to low self esteem or mental health disorders has reinforced my conviction in the scope for human recovery and growth.
In the course of the therapy process, hidden barriers may come to light, offering valuable insights into, why, for example, we say “Yes” when we mean “No”, why we fall back into unhelpful patterns of behaviour, or fail to reach our full potential in our personal and professional lives. I encourage my clients to see therapy as a developmental journey in which the focus may switch between learning new life skills to generating deeper personal insights. It is important to remember that sustainable change may require patience and commitment.
Therapy Offered
- Integrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Psychotherapy
Speciality areas
Qualifications
- BSc Psychology
- MSc Counselling Psychologist
- Chartered Psychologist (CPsychol)
Session Fees
| Session Type | Online & Phone | In-Person |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | £135 | £135 |
| Couples | £150 | £150 |
"I was skeptical about online therapy, but from the first session, it felt natural and personal. My therapist helped me manage my anxiety, and now I have practical tools for daily stress. The flexibility to fit sessions around my work schedule was invaluable."
Expert Therapy & Counselling Services Across London
Experience therapy in a warm and professional setting, with expert services tailored to your unique needs across London's diverse landscape.
London offers one of the world's most diverse therapy landscapes, with practitioners specialising in everything from anxiety and depression to relationship issues, trauma, and workplace stress. At UK Therapy Guide, we've spent over a decade building relationships with London's most qualified therapists to ensure you receive expert support tailored to your specific needs. Whether you're in North, South, East, or West London, we can connect you with in-person counselling or online therapy options that fit your schedule, budget, and personal preferences.
Finding the Right Therapist in London: Our Approach
At UK Therapy Guide, we understand that finding the right therapist is about more than just matching qualifications to symptoms. Our unique approach considers the practical realities of London life, including commute times, proximity to tube stations, and work schedules.
Beyond logistics, we focus on the crucial therapist-client connection that research shows is the strongest predictor of successful outcomes. We achieve this by going beyond standard directory listings to understand the therapeutic style, personality, and specific expertise of each London-based counsellor in our network.
Every therapist in our London network undergoes a rigorous vetting process that exceeds standard accreditation requirements. We verify their professional credentials, insurance coverage, and clinical supervision arrangements. Most importantly, our founder personally interviews each practitioner, ensuring they meet the same standards she would want for her own family and friends.
Discover UK Therapy Guide's unique approach to finding the right therapist in London, considering practicalities like location and commute, as well as personal compatibility and expertise.
In-Person Therapy vs. Online Counselling in London
Choose between in-person therapy for personal connection or online counselling for convenience and flexibility, adapted to fit your lifestyle in London.
London's size, transport challenges, and busy lifestyle make the choice between in-person and online therapy particularly significant. Both formats offer distinct advantages that might suit different needs and preferences.
In-person therapy provides a dedicated physical space away from your daily environment, which many clients find helpful for creating mental separation from work and home life. Face-to-face sessions in a London therapist's office can offer a sense of presence and connection that some find irreplaceable, particularly for deep emotional work or for those who find digital communication challenging.
Online therapy with London counsellors eliminates the city's often stressful commute times, which can average 74 minutes round-trip. This convenience is especially valuable during winter months or transport disruptions. Research confirms that online therapy delivers comparable effectiveness to in-person sessions for many common mental health concerns, including anxiety and depression.
Types of Therapy Available With London Therapists
Our London network includes practitioners trained in all major therapeutic approaches, ensuring we can match you with the right methodology for your specific needs:
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours, particularly effective for anxiety, depression, and specific phobias.
Psychodynamic Therapy
explores how past experiences influence present patterns, helping uncover unconscious processes that may be affecting your relationships and self-perception.
Person-Centred Therapy
emphasises your innate capacity for growth within a warm, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship, focusing on self-acceptance.
London's diverse communities are reflected in our network's specialised services, including culturally sensitive therapy, LGBTQ+ affirmative counselling, and neurodiversity-informed approaches.
Explore a variety of therapeutic approaches available in London, including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness techniques, tailored to your individual needs.
What to Expect from Your First Session with a London Therapist
During your initial consultation, expect a warm welcome and a chance to discuss your concerns and goals in a supportive London therapy setting.
Your initial consultation with a London therapist typically lasts 50-60 minutes and serves as an introduction for both parties. The therapist will explain their approach, confidentiality boundaries, and session structure while gathering information about what brings you to therapy.
Most first sessions follow a semi-structured format, with the practitioner asking about your current concerns, relevant history, and what you hope to achieve through therapy. This is also your opportunity to ask questions and get a feel for the therapeutic relationship—trust your instincts about whether you feel comfortable with this professional.
Frequently Asked Questions About London Therapists
- How much does therapy cost in London?
- Therapy fees in London typically range from £60-£120 per session, depending on the therapist's experience, qualifications, and location. At UK Therapy Guide, we work with therapists across different price points, including those offering affordable therapy in London
- How do I know if a London therapist is properly qualified?
- All reputable therapists in London should hold accreditation from recognised professional bodies such as the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) or the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). At UK Therapy Guide, we verify all credentials and require our London practitioners to have post-qualification experience, professional insurance, and ongoing supervision—exceeding the minimum industry requirements.
- How quickly can I see a therapist in London?
- Private therapists in our London network can often offer initial appointments within 48-72 hours. The exact timeframe depends on the therapist's availability, your schedule flexibility, and any specific requirements you might have regarding specialisation or location. Our matching service aims to connect you with available London counsellors as quickly as possible while ensuring they're the right fit for your needs.
- Do I need to see a therapist in-person, or can I have online sessions?
- Both options are effective and available through our London therapist network. Research shows that online therapy delivers comparable results to in-person sessions for many common mental health concerns. Many clients choose online counselling with London therapists for its convenience, eliminating city commute times and offering greater flexibility. Others prefer the dedicated space and physical presence of in-person sessions. Many London practitioners now offer hybrid approaches, allowing you to combine both formats based on your needs and schedule
- What mental health issues do London therapists treat?
- The therapists in our London network collectively address the full spectrum of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, grief, addiction, eating disorders, personality disorders, and workplace stress. London-based practitioners are also experienced in addressing challenges specific to urban living, such as isolation within crowds, commuter stress, and the pressures of high-cost living. Whatever concerns bring you to therapy, we can match you with a London therapist who has relevant expertise.