Counselling in Harley Street, London
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I am an experienced Psychotherapist specialising in Addiction, Depression and Trauma. I offer therapy in a safe environment, completely confidentially providing support in a caring and non-judgemental manner. With great emphasis placed on supporting the individual in their therapeutic journey. I use an integrative psychotherapeutic approach as I believe we are all unique and have our own individual experiences in life.
I am an experienced Psychotherapist specialising in Addiction, Depression and Trauma. I offer therapy in a safe environment, completely confidentially providing support in a caring and non-judgemental manner. With great emphasis placed on supporting the individual in their therapeutic journey. I use an integrative psychotherapeutic approach as I believe we are all unique and have our own individual experiences in life.
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I help high-performing professionals/entrepreneurs, they are often driven by logic and working in tech/finance/law/media/arts. I specialise in helping people develop a relationship with their body, and to understand the impact of their feelings and emotions on the body and vice versa. I often work with those with experience of living life on the edge, and/or complex, troubled relationships. I work well with people for whom talking about personal matters feels very difficult. I am not easily shocked and I also understand the need for taking things slowly and sensitively. My approach is kind, practical, down-to-earth and creative.
I help high-performing professionals/entrepreneurs, they are often driven by logic and working in tech/finance/law/media/arts. I specialise in helping people develop a relationship with their body, and to understand the impact of their feelings and emotions on the body and vice versa. I often work with those with experience of living life on the edge, and/or complex, troubled relationships. I work well with people for whom talking about personal matters feels very difficult. I am not easily shocked and I also understand the need for taking things slowly and sensitively. My approach is kind, practical, down-to-earth and creative.
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Dr Roberta Babb
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harley Street, London W1G (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am aware that the decision to enter therapy can be an emotional one, and I offer an initial consultation where you can begin to explore your issues with me and see if you would like to work with me. I facilitate a safe, confidential, non-judgemental and thoughtful space where you can explore a range of problematic issues, your sense of self, values, relationships, and patterns of behaviour to name a few. My work is influenced by psychodynamic psychotherapy, cultural psychology and others.
I am aware that the decision to enter therapy can be an emotional one, and I offer an initial consultation where you can begin to explore your issues with me and see if you would like to work with me. I facilitate a safe, confidential, non-judgemental and thoughtful space where you can explore a range of problematic issues, your sense of self, values, relationships, and patterns of behaviour to name a few. My work is influenced by psychodynamic psychotherapy, cultural psychology and others.
The Body Image Treatment Clinic, London.
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Harley Street, London W1G
Our team of Psychologists and additional clinicians are all HCPC registered, representing the gold standard in evidence-based interventions. Our highly experienced team are proficient in treating most psychological conditions but we have a special interest in presentations which impact both mind and body. Such as: Eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, low body confidence, intimacy issues & sexual dysfunction, self-criticism, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, adult and childhood trauma (physical, emotional and sexual), addictions, neurodiversity, gender dysphoria, LGBTQ+, skin/sweat conditions as well as physical injury.
Our team of Psychologists and additional clinicians are all HCPC registered, representing the gold standard in evidence-based interventions. Our highly experienced team are proficient in treating most psychological conditions but we have a special interest in presentations which impact both mind and body. Such as: Eating disorders, body dysmorphic disorder, low body confidence, intimacy issues & sexual dysfunction, self-criticism, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, adult and childhood trauma (physical, emotional and sexual), addictions, neurodiversity, gender dysphoria, LGBTQ+, skin/sweat conditions as well as physical injury.
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I practice psychodynamic Psychotherapy it is a form of therapy that focuses on the unconscious processess as they are manifested in a person's present behaviour. This type of therapy aims to explore unresolved conflicts and issues from the past that may be influencing your current thoughts, emotions and behaviours. It often involves exploring early childhood experiences and relationships to gain insight into patterns of behaviour and develop a deeper understanding of yourself.
I practice psychodynamic Psychotherapy it is a form of therapy that focuses on the unconscious processess as they are manifested in a person's present behaviour. This type of therapy aims to explore unresolved conflicts and issues from the past that may be influencing your current thoughts, emotions and behaviours. It often involves exploring early childhood experiences and relationships to gain insight into patterns of behaviour and develop a deeper understanding of yourself.
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Billi Silverstein
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Harley Street, London W1G
I am accredited as an experienced integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I use my experience to help my clients expand and improve their emotional skills. I have spent several years working with addiction, especially food addiction, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and eating disorders. I have worked with dual diagnosis clients in both addiction and other mental health organisations. I am committed to providing counselling with the most up-to-date techniques to build a healing and therapeutic relationship with clients. More recently my client group has covered stress, anxiety, trauma and loss.
I am accredited as an experienced integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor. I use my experience to help my clients expand and improve their emotional skills. I have spent several years working with addiction, especially food addiction, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and eating disorders. I have worked with dual diagnosis clients in both addiction and other mental health organisations. I am committed to providing counselling with the most up-to-date techniques to build a healing and therapeutic relationship with clients. More recently my client group has covered stress, anxiety, trauma and loss.
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Bilge (Bea) Ozbudun
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Harley Street, London W1G
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist based mostly at the Priory Hospital North London. I also offer private sessions in Harley Street. My approach emphasises the significance of the unconscious mind, early experiences and the therapeutic relationship. I have experience working with a range of clinical conditions on a weekly long-term and short-term basis and also facilitate group therapy. My practice offers a place to explore challenges together, perhaps finding the words where they may have previously been absent before. Being able to shed light on your hidden parts and deepest feelings can be one of the most healing experiences.
I am a Psychodynamic Psychotherapist based mostly at the Priory Hospital North London. I also offer private sessions in Harley Street. My approach emphasises the significance of the unconscious mind, early experiences and the therapeutic relationship. I have experience working with a range of clinical conditions on a weekly long-term and short-term basis and also facilitate group therapy. My practice offers a place to explore challenges together, perhaps finding the words where they may have previously been absent before. Being able to shed light on your hidden parts and deepest feelings can be one of the most healing experiences.
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Daniela Rossi
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Harley Street, London W1G (Online Only)
Dr Daniela Rossi is a compassionate Psychologist with sincere motivation and commitment to alleviating human suffering. Dr Rossi’s aim as a therapist is to provide an environment in which the client feels not judged and understood, where difficulties can be explored to encourage new insights and enabling clients to connect with their wisdom and bring positive changes in their life.
Dr Daniela Rossi is a compassionate Psychologist with sincere motivation and commitment to alleviating human suffering. Dr Rossi’s aim as a therapist is to provide an environment in which the client feels not judged and understood, where difficulties can be explored to encourage new insights and enabling clients to connect with their wisdom and bring positive changes in their life.
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When life gets difficult or you are faced with challenges, I provide a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for you to discuss issues that are impacting your life. Providing a space for you to share and reflect on emotional, mental, and behavioural issues that may be troubling or difficult to work through; I will help you gain an insight in to your unconscious thoughts, behaviours and emotions. Through gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences, you can begin to feel more in control of your inner world, develop new perspectives, and acquire more helpful ways of coping and relating to others.
When life gets difficult or you are faced with challenges, I provide a safe, non-judgemental and confidential environment for you to discuss issues that are impacting your life. Providing a space for you to share and reflect on emotional, mental, and behavioural issues that may be troubling or difficult to work through; I will help you gain an insight in to your unconscious thoughts, behaviours and emotions. Through gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences, you can begin to feel more in control of your inner world, develop new perspectives, and acquire more helpful ways of coping and relating to others.
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There are many reasons why we may seek the help of a therapist. Sometimes it can be because we feel overwhelmed, defeated, or find ourselves in crisis, due to relationship difficulties, employment changes or life-transitions. Sometimes we feel isolated and painfully stuck and may be having difficulty understanding why, or we may be struggling to work through challenging personal and relational issues. Perhaps we have lost touch with important aspects of ourselves, or are getting caught up in rigid or self-defeating behavioural patterns.
There are many reasons why we may seek the help of a therapist. Sometimes it can be because we feel overwhelmed, defeated, or find ourselves in crisis, due to relationship difficulties, employment changes or life-transitions. Sometimes we feel isolated and painfully stuck and may be having difficulty understanding why, or we may be struggling to work through challenging personal and relational issues. Perhaps we have lost touch with important aspects of ourselves, or are getting caught up in rigid or self-defeating behavioural patterns.
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Whatever the reason you choose to come to therapy, I offer a warm, relational approach in a space of absolute privacy. The stories we tell ourselves about our lives define us. They can both empower and trap us. I offer a place to explore the narratives we live within, both those we create ourselves and those which are created for us.
Whatever the reason you choose to come to therapy, I offer a warm, relational approach in a space of absolute privacy. The stories we tell ourselves about our lives define us. They can both empower and trap us. I offer a place to explore the narratives we live within, both those we create ourselves and those which are created for us.
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Is your mind hi-jacked by constant chatter ? Do you feel overwhelmed by emotions? Are you having a hard time sleeping at night or focusing on work/studying or other important people or matters? Do you have a hard time setting healthy boundaries? Sometimes life can seem overwhelming and make us feel stuck and unable to move at all which can lead to destructive behaviours or isolation.
Is your mind hi-jacked by constant chatter ? Do you feel overwhelmed by emotions? Are you having a hard time sleeping at night or focusing on work/studying or other important people or matters? Do you have a hard time setting healthy boundaries? Sometimes life can seem overwhelming and make us feel stuck and unable to move at all which can lead to destructive behaviours or isolation.
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I am a highly qualified and experienced Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I have spent 16 years working in NHS mental health services, and now focus on my private practice full time. With a high level of expertise, I am able to create a bespoke therapeutic experience that helps clients move towards their goals. I focus on providing high quality, evidence based therapy that enables clients to feel empowered and understood, enabling them to learn the skills needed to make positive and long lasting changes in their lives.
I am a highly qualified and experienced Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist. I have spent 16 years working in NHS mental health services, and now focus on my private practice full time. With a high level of expertise, I am able to create a bespoke therapeutic experience that helps clients move towards their goals. I focus on providing high quality, evidence based therapy that enables clients to feel empowered and understood, enabling them to learn the skills needed to make positive and long lasting changes in their lives.
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I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and a registered Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (UK). I specialise in working with clients with mood disorders including mood difficulties associated with physical health problems (including but not limited to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) as well as clients experiencing longstanding and complex difficulties including chronic emotional dysregulation and relationship/attachment difficulties.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and a registered Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (UK). I specialise in working with clients with mood disorders including mood difficulties associated with physical health problems (including but not limited to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) as well as clients experiencing longstanding and complex difficulties including chronic emotional dysregulation and relationship/attachment difficulties.
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Dr Zoë Wilson
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Harley Street, London W1G (Online Only)
I am a qualified Chartered Counselling Psychologist, Schema Therapist, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist & Psychotherapist. My aim is to empower you to work towards overcoming your difficulties within the context of a safe and collaborative space. The support and expertise I offer will help enable you to focus upon enhancing your quality of life. This will occur through the deeper awareness you gain of yourself and your experiences, and through the conscious choices and behavioural changes you make. I work with individuals across the adult lifespan, with a broad range of emotional, relational and behavioural difficulties.
I am a qualified Chartered Counselling Psychologist, Schema Therapist, Cognitive Behavioural Therapist & Psychotherapist. My aim is to empower you to work towards overcoming your difficulties within the context of a safe and collaborative space. The support and expertise I offer will help enable you to focus upon enhancing your quality of life. This will occur through the deeper awareness you gain of yourself and your experiences, and through the conscious choices and behavioural changes you make. I work with individuals across the adult lifespan, with a broad range of emotional, relational and behavioural difficulties.
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I am an experienced and certified psychodynamic psychotherapist. I work with individuals and couples seeking help with relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood and depression, low self-esteem, work performance, creativity and psychosexual problems. I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to talk about your thoughts, feelings and emotions, both online or in a lovely room in Queen Anne Street, London W1.
I am an experienced and certified psychodynamic psychotherapist. I work with individuals and couples seeking help with relationship difficulties, anxiety, low mood and depression, low self-esteem, work performance, creativity and psychosexual problems. I provide a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space for you to talk about your thoughts, feelings and emotions, both online or in a lovely room in Queen Anne Street, London W1.
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As an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Therapist I draw on different modalities to create high quality individualised therapy that meets your needs. My style is warm, open and empathic. I am engaging and direct. My job is to be alongside you to help you resolve what is troubling you.
As an Integrative Psychotherapeutic Therapist I draw on different modalities to create high quality individualised therapy that meets your needs. My style is warm, open and empathic. I am engaging and direct. My job is to be alongside you to help you resolve what is troubling you.
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Luxe Psychology Practice
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Harley Street, London W1G (Online Only)
I aim for our sessions to be a collaborative space where you bring the expertise on yourself and your experience and I bring the psychological expertise and provide you with a sense of empowerment, understanding, knowledge and skills/tools you can take into your everyday life to improve your current functioning. I use a flexible approach to ensure we meet your individual needs and goals within sessions and I use an integration of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy & Person-Centred Therapy (Talking Therapy).
I aim for our sessions to be a collaborative space where you bring the expertise on yourself and your experience and I bring the psychological expertise and provide you with a sense of empowerment, understanding, knowledge and skills/tools you can take into your everyday life to improve your current functioning. I use a flexible approach to ensure we meet your individual needs and goals within sessions and I use an integration of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy & Person-Centred Therapy (Talking Therapy).
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I am a BACP Registered Psychotherapist working with adult individuals both in-person and online.
I am a BACP Registered Psychotherapist working with adult individuals both in-person and online.
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UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, COSRT Accredited Clinical Sexologist and Relationship Therapist. I specialise in Addiction, Attachment, Personality Disorder, Trauma and Psychosexual Issues. Providing short term and long term therapy for individuals, couples and groups. My group work focuses on men's issues with sex, relationships and compulsivity. Work experience includes Addiction Programme Manager, Clinical Lead and Head of Therapy for The Priory; Course Director at The Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology and Lecturer at University of Hull for MSc Psychosexual Therapy, BA Counselling and BSc Criminology and Psychology.
UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, COSRT Accredited Clinical Sexologist and Relationship Therapist. I specialise in Addiction, Attachment, Personality Disorder, Trauma and Psychosexual Issues. Providing short term and long term therapy for individuals, couples and groups. My group work focuses on men's issues with sex, relationships and compulsivity. Work experience includes Addiction Programme Manager, Clinical Lead and Head of Therapy for The Priory; Course Director at The Contemporary Institute of Clinical Sexology and Lecturer at University of Hull for MSc Psychosexual Therapy, BA Counselling and BSc Criminology and Psychology.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Harley Street, London
300+
Average cost per session
£100
Counsellors in Harley Street, London who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
85% | Relationship Issues |
83% | Stress |
82% | Self Esteem |
74% | Trauma and PTSD |
64% | Bereavement |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
72% | Aviva |
64% | AXA PPP |
63% | Vitality |
How Counsellors in Harley Street, London see their clients
79% | In Person and Online | |
21% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
73% | Female | |
27% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Harley Street, London?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, postcode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postcode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are members of the main professional associations, mainly the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP). Most Psychologists in the directory are accredited members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and/or are registered in the Health and Care Professions Council (HPCP).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement for psychotherapists and counsellors in the UK, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and experience that enable them to do so in the UK. Psychologists have earned a degree in psychology and many are members of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and have completed a postgraduate qualification in a specialism. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a psychology degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the BACP or UKCP, they are required to have completed a training course as well as clinical and supervision hours.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the UK could be between £30 - £60 when seeing a counsellor and £60 - £150 and up when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The NHS Talking therapies programme offers free of charge counselling for common mental health problems like anxiety and depression. The service is available to anyone registered with a GP, though you do not necessarily need to be referred by your GP and can refer yourself directly to a Talking therapies service. The service will provide different solutions, including group and individual therapy, for a limited number of sessions which are generally up to six.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your postcode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the BACP, the UKCP, or BPS are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there has been participation in a criminal act or act of terror, or if there is potential or known harm to the client or others, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.