Private Therapy for Individuals

Private therapy is a deeply personal space — one that’s designed for you to reflect, explore, and make sense of your inner world. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, disconnected, or simply curious about your patterns and emotions, therapy can offer more than relief. It can help you understand how you relate to yourself and others — and how that shapes your experience of life.

 

Working one-to-one with our private therapists, who are fully qualified psychologists and psychotherapists, you’ll have the time and psychological safety to explore what’s going on beneath the surface. This is your space to look inward, to ask difficult questions, and to begin making changes that feel grounded and lasting. If you’re looking for private therapy in London, we’re here to help you take the first step — at your own pace, and on your own terms.

What can private therapy help with?

Emotional Issues

Whether you’re dealing with persistent feelings of sadness, overwhelming worry, or difficulty managing anger, therapy can help you regulate your emotions and build resilience using evidence-based approaches.

Stress and Burnout

Chronic stress affects cognitive functioning, decision-making, and emotional regulation. Private Therapy helps you manage stress more effectively and create sustainable patterns of behaviour.

Trauma and PTSD

Experiencing or witnessing traumatic events can leave lasting effects on your mental health. Trauma-focused therapies can help you process these experiences and regain a sense of safety.

Relationships

The way you interact with others is influenced by deep-seated patterns. Therapy can help you navigate relationships more effectively by increasing self-awareness and improving communication skills.

Self-Esteem and Identity

Therapy offers a space to explore your sense of self, question limiting beliefs, and build a more confident, flexible identity.

Behavioural Concerns

Habits and behaviours are often driven by unconscious processes. Private therapy helps you bring awareness to these patterns and make intentional changes that align with your values.

Grief and Life Transitions

Loss, whether from the death of a loved one or major life changes, can be deeply destabilising. Private therapy offers a space to process emotions, find meaning, and adjust to new circumstances. 

Specific Disorders

Psychologists are trained to support individuals managing conditions such as depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), eating disorders, phobias, and more, using targeted and effective treatments.

Cognitive Understanding

Understanding how your thoughts and emotions interact allows you to develop healthier, more adaptive responses. 

Phone

Monday–Friday: 8am – 8:30pm

Saturday: 9am – 5pm

Sunday: closed

020 3092 7353

Therapies & Treatments

Why choose us

Working with our experienced therapists offers a unique opportunity for personalised, flexible treatment grounded in evidence-based practice. Below are just some of the ways private therapy can support your wellbeing and personal growth:

Testimonials

I felt listened to and understood by my psychologist and felt like her compassionate stance allowed me to develop greater self compassion and make changes over time

Claire
London

I was offered a clear and thoughtful understanding of my difficulties and the patterns that had developed in my life over time. I really appreciated the care and the transparancy of the approach.

Nathan
London

I was always worried about whether I'd be able to tackle my problems but I found the therapy incredibly helpful and was able to move on with my life.

Laura
London

How does private therapy work?

Private therapy is a collaborative and evolving process, guided by psychologists who are deeply trained in a wide range of psychological theories and therapeutic approaches. Rather than applying a fixed method, therapists thoughtfully draw on techniques such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), schema therapy and psychodynamic approaches —choosing what feels most relevant and useful for each person.

Therapy is not a linear path, but a responsive dialogue that shifts with your experiences and insights. As your needs change, your therapist will adapt their approach to meet you where you are, creating space for reflection, self-discovery, and lasting change. At its core, therapy is a partnership—curious, compassionate, and committed to helping you better understand yourself and build a life that feels more aligned with who you are.

 

What happens in Private Therapy?

Initial Consultation

In your first session, you will have a confidential conversation with one of our private therapists who will listen carefully to your concerns, explore the challenges you're facing, and gather key background information. Together, you’ll begin to define your goals for therapy and identify areas where support is needed most. This helps to determine the best course of action for your treatment.

Ongoing Therapy Sessions

In ongoing therapy sessions, you will begin to explore the various therapeutic techniques most suitable for your situation. These may include cognitive-behavioral strategies, emotional regulation skills, or trauma-informed approaches. Each session will be focused on building awareness, developing coping mechanisms, and facilitating personal growth at your own pace.

Long Term Evolution

As therapy progresses, the focus shifts toward long-term growth and personal evolution. Your therapist will work with you to continually adapt the therapeutic approach to reflect your changing needs and goals. As you grow and navigate new life stages, the therapy will evolve to ensure that you’re always equipped with the tools and support to handle new challenges. 

Frequently asked questions

All our private therapists are fully qualified psychologists, psychotherapists and mental health nurses who are trained to the highest standard in a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches. They will tailor their work to your needs and adapt their style as therapy evolves.

You don’t need a diagnosis or crisis to start therapy. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about understanding yourself better, therapy can offer clarity, tools, and support. An initial consultation will help you explore whether it’s the right fit.

Yes, we offer online sessions.

Yes. Everything discussed in therapy is treated with strict confidentiality, in line with professional and ethical standards. There are rare exceptions where a therapist is legally required to act—for example, if there’s a serious risk to your safety or someone else’s. Your therapist will explain this clearly from the start.

Therapy is highly individual. Some people attend for a few sessions to work through a specific issue, while others continue over a longer period for deeper exploration. You and your therapist will regularly review how things are going to make sure it continues to feel useful.

Yes, therapy can be an incredibly valuable space to explore the pressures of work, chronic stress, or feelings of burnout. A psychologist can help you understand how stress is affecting you—emotionally, mentally, and physically—and support you in developing practical tools for managing boundaries, recovering energy, and navigating workplace challenges more effectively.

Absolutely. It’s not uncommon for therapy to feel unhelpful if the fit wasn’t quite right—whether that’s the approach, the therapist, or the timing. Every experience is different, and therapy can work best when you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in the process. We’ll take the time to understand what didn’t work for you in the past and help you find an approach that feels more aligned now.

It’s completely okay to feel unsure. Many people begin therapy without having all the answers—curiosity is enough. An initial consultation is a gentle starting point: there’s no commitment, just a conversation to explore what’s going on and whether therapy might be helpful. We’re here to answer your questions, at your pace.

It’s natural to feel anxious about opening up, especially when it comes to painful or vulnerable topics. Therapy is a space where you set the pace—nothing has to be shared before you feel ready. Our psychologists are trained to support you with care, sensitivity, and without pressure. You will never be forced to talk about anything before you feel safe enough to do so.

The cost of private therapy can vary. You can find our most up-to-date prices on our Fees Page

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Our Therapists

Dr Elena Touroni
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  • English
  • Greek
Dr Anna Saunders
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  • English
Dr Tom Pennybacker
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  • English
Dr Panos Platanitis
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  • English
  • French
  • Greek
Dr Emma Smith
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  • English
Christi Corpus
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  • English
Antonia Carding-Wright 
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  • English
Dr Nikolaos Sarras
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  • English
Tina-G
Dr Tina Grigoriou
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  • English
Athena Lazaridou
Athena Lazaridou
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  • English
Dr Maria Papanastassiou
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  • English
Dr Divina Pillay
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  • English
Dr Yoav Jacob
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  • English
Dr Agnieszka Klimowicz
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  • English
  • Polish
Dr Ankush Sharma
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  • English
Dr Christos Kouimtsidis
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  • English
Dr Obioha Ukaegbu
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  • English
Dr Patrick Nwagbogu
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  • English
Dr Komal Illahi
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  • English
Dr Marina Ulanova
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  • English
Dr Catherine Atnas
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  • English
Dr Mariza Stagaki
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  • English
  • Greek
Dr Sarah Sproson
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  • English
Dr Aishwarya Sambath
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  • English
Rebecca Sultan
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  • English
  • French
Dr Alexandra Nicholson
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  • English
  • Greek
Dr Tessa Goldsmith
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  • English
Dr Raechel Horowitz
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  • English
Alena Todorov
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    Dr Samantha Young
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    • English
    Dr Florence Ingall
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    • English
    Sophie Arneil
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    • English
    Patrick Bates
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      Dr Elizabeth Lunn
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      • English
      Fernanda Queiroz
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      • English
      • Portugese
      Joanne Williams
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      • English
      Dr Alla Montazer
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      • English
      Dr Julia-Rafaella Papantoniou 
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      • English
      Dr Christina Johnson
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      • English
      Dr Ruta Adamone
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      • English
      Aleksandra Petrovic
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      • English
      • German
      Dr Anna Herrmann
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      • English
      • German
      Dr Emma Punter
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      • English
      Dr Alex Thomas
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      • English
      Dr Jennifer Lennon
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        Dr Basma Abdalla
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        • English
        Dr Joseph Vacher
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        • English
        Dr Banika Ahuja
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        • English
        Dr Ben Wethered
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        • English
        Dr Louise Hood
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        • English
        Dr Tiffany Rameswari
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        • English
        Dr Michael Eisen
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        • English
        Dr Ruth Harris-Skillman
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        • English
        Anastasia Sgoumpopoulou  
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        • English
        Katerina Foutsi
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        • English
        April Kerslake
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        • English
        Dr Eleanor Noone
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        • English
        Jacqui Finnigan
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        • English
        Dr Graham Pickup
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        • English
        Dr Chiara Vari
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        • English
        • Italian
        Dr Natasha Martland
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        • English
        Dr Marta Sosnowska-Conradi
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        • English
        • Polish
        Dr Emily Patel
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        • English
        Dr Meherangiz Press
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        • English
        Dr Claire McGoldrick
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        • English
        Dr Hannah Green
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        • English
        Dr André Lynam-Smith
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        • English
        Dr Alexandra Rhodes
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        • English
        Megan Brophy
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        • English
        Calin Hopsitar
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        • English
        • Romanian
        • Spanish
        Dr Stacie Tay
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        • English
        Dr Eleni Panagiari
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        • English
        • Greek
        Dr Vanessa Griffin
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        • English
        Katie Lee
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        • English
        Kirsten Murphy
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        • English
        Dr Kimberley Gin
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        • English
        Dr Io Vassiliadou
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        • English
        • French
        • Greek
        Nethali Sabbah
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        • English
        • French
        • Spanish
        Dr Chandi Gedara
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        • English
        Sumera Khan
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        • English
        Jodi Gomez
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        • English
        Fiona Grunschlag
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        • English
        Andrea Clares
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        • English
        Gabi Colman
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        • English
        Dr Oliver Bernath
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        • English
        Dr Emanuela Grima
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        • English
        • Italian
        Dr Laura McDermott
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        • English
        Dr Rowena Russell
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        • English
        Joanne Hourihan
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        • English
        Dr Maria Xenaki
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        • English
        Dr Maria Michalitsi
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        • English
        • Greek
        Sharon Gardner
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        • English
        Ian Wootton
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        • English
        Maria Amorim
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        • English
        • Portugese
        Dr Lisa Cohen
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        • English
        Dr James Bisby
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        • English
        Dr Nicole Harvey
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        • English
        Dr Lisa Matthias
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        • English
        Rachel Fhima
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        • English
        Dr Elena Touroni
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        • English
        • Greek
        Dr Anna Saunders
        Language
        • English
        Dr Tom Pennybacker
        Language
        • English
        Dr Panos Platanitis
        Language
        • English
        • French
        • Greek
        Dr Emma Smith
        Language
        • English
        Christi Corpus
        Language
        • English
        Antonia Carding-Wright 
        Language
        • English
        Dr Nikolaos Sarras
        Language
        • English
        Tina-G
        Dr Tina Grigoriou
        Language
        • English
        Athena Lazaridou
        Athena Lazaridou
        Language
        • English
        Dr Maria Papanastassiou
        Language
        • English
        Dr Divina Pillay
        Language
        • English
        Dr Yoav Jacob
        Language
        • English
        Dr Agnieszka Klimowicz
        Language
        • English
        • Polish
        Dr Ankush Sharma
        Language
        • English
        Dr Christos Kouimtsidis
        Language
        • English
        Dr Obioha Ukaegbu
        Language
        • English
        Dr Patrick Nwagbogu
        Language
        • English
        Dr Komal Illahi
        Language
        • English
        Dr Marina Ulanova
        Language
        • English
        Dr Catherine Atnas
        Language
        • English
        Dr Mariza Stagaki
        Language
        • English
        • Greek
        Dr Sarah Sproson
        Language
        • English
        Dr Aishwarya Sambath
        Language
        • English
        Rebecca Sultan
        Language
        • English
        • French
        Dr Alexandra Nicholson
        Language
        • English
        • Greek
        Dr Tessa Goldsmith
        Language
        • English
        Dr Raechel Horowitz
        Language
        • English
        Alena Todorov
        Language
          Dr Samantha Young
          Language
          • English
          Dr Florence Ingall
          Language
          • English
          Sophie Arneil
          Language
          • English
          Patrick Bates
          Language
            Dr Elizabeth Lunn
            Language
            • English
            Fernanda Queiroz
            Language
            • English
            • Portugese
            Joanne Williams
            Language
            • English
            Dr Alla Montazer
            Language
            • English
            Dr Julia-Rafaella Papantoniou 
            Language
            • English
            Dr Christina Johnson
            Language
            • English
            Dr Ruta Adamone
            Language
            • English
            Aleksandra Petrovic
            Language
            • English
            • German
            Dr Anna Herrmann
            Language
            • English
            • German
            Dr Emma Punter
            Language
            • English
            Dr Alex Thomas
            Language
            • English
            Dr Jennifer Lennon
            Language
              Dr Basma Abdalla
              Language
              • English
              Dr Joseph Vacher
              Language
              • English
              Dr Banika Ahuja
              Language
              • English
              Dr Ben Wethered
              Language
              • English
              Dr Louise Hood
              Language
              • English
              Dr Tiffany Rameswari
              Language
              • English
              Dr Michael Eisen
              Language
              • English
              Dr Ruth Harris-Skillman
              Language
              • English
              Anastasia Sgoumpopoulou  
              Language
              • English
              Katerina Foutsi
              Language
              • English
              April Kerslake
              Language
              • English
              Dr Eleanor Noone
              Language
              • English
              Jacqui Finnigan
              Language
              • English
              Dr Graham Pickup
              Language
              • English
              Dr Chiara Vari
              Language
              • English
              • Italian
              Dr Natasha Martland
              Language
              • English
              Dr Marta Sosnowska-Conradi
              Language
              • English
              • Polish
              Dr Emily Patel
              Language
              • English
              Dr Meherangiz Press
              Language
              • English
              Dr Claire McGoldrick
              Language
              • English
              Dr Hannah Green
              Language
              • English
              Dr André Lynam-Smith
              Language
              • English
              Dr Alexandra Rhodes
              Language
              • English
              Megan Brophy
              Language
              • English
              Calin Hopsitar
              Language
              • English
              • Romanian
              • Spanish
              Dr Stacie Tay
              Language
              • English
              Dr Eleni Panagiari
              Language
              • English
              • Greek
              Dr Vanessa Griffin
              Language
              • English
              Katie Lee
              Language
              • English
              Kirsten Murphy
              Language
              • English
              Dr Kimberley Gin
              Language
              • English
              Dr Io Vassiliadou
              Language
              • English
              • French
              • Greek
              Nethali Sabbah
              Language
              • English
              • French
              • Spanish
              Dr Chandi Gedara
              Language
              • English
              Sumera Khan
              Language
              • English
              Jodi Gomez
              Language
              • English
              Fiona Grunschlag
              Language
              • English
              Andrea Clares
              Language
              • English
              Gabi Colman
              Language
              • English
              Dr Oliver Bernath
              Language
              • English
              Dr Emanuela Grima
              Language
              • English
              • Italian
              Dr Laura McDermott
              Language
              • English
              Dr Rowena Russell
              Language
              • English
              Joanne Hourihan
              Language
              • English
              Dr Maria Xenaki
              Language
              • English
              Dr Maria Michalitsi
              Language
              • English
              • Greek
              Sharon Gardner
              Language
              • English
              Ian Wootton
              Language
              • English
              Maria Amorim
              Language
              • English
              • Portugese
              Dr Lisa Cohen
              Language
              • English
              Dr James Bisby
              Language
              • English
              Dr Nicole Harvey
              Language
              • English
              Dr Lisa Matthias
              Language
              • English
              Rachel Fhima
              Language
              • English
              Dr Elena Touroni
              Language
              • English
              • Greek
              Dr Anna Saunders
              Language
              • English
              Dr Tom Pennybacker
              Language
              • English
              Dr Panos Platanitis
              Language
              • English
              • French
              • Greek
              Dr Emma Smith
              Language
              • English
              Christi Corpus
              Language
              • English
              Antonia Carding-Wright 
              Language
              • English
              Dr Nikolaos Sarras
              Language
              • English
              Tina-G
              Dr Tina Grigoriou
              Language
              • English
              Athena Lazaridou
              Athena Lazaridou
              Language
              • English
              Dr Maria Papanastassiou
              Language
              • English
              Dr Divina Pillay
              Language
              • English
              Dr Yoav Jacob
              Language
              • English
              Dr Agnieszka Klimowicz
              Language
              • English
              • Polish
              Dr Ankush Sharma
              Language
              • English
              Dr Christos Kouimtsidis
              Language
              • English
              Dr Obioha Ukaegbu
              Language
              • English
              Dr Patrick Nwagbogu
              Language
              • English
              Dr Komal Illahi
              Language
              • English
              Dr Marina Ulanova
              Language
              • English
              Dr Catherine Atnas
              Language
              • English
              Dr Mariza Stagaki
              Language
              • English
              • Greek
              Dr Sarah Sproson
              Language
              • English
              Dr Aishwarya Sambath
              Language
              • English
              Rebecca Sultan
              Language
              • English
              • French
              Dr Alexandra Nicholson
              Language
              • English
              • Greek
              Dr Tessa Goldsmith
              Language
              • English
              Dr Raechel Horowitz
              Language
              • English
              Alena Todorov
              Language
                Dr Samantha Young
                Language
                • English
                Dr Florence Ingall
                Language
                • English
                Sophie Arneil
                Language
                • English
                Patrick Bates
                Language
                  Dr Elizabeth Lunn
                  Language
                  • English
                  Fernanda Queiroz
                  Language
                  • English
                  • Portugese
                  Joanne Williams
                  Language
                  • English
                  Dr Alla Montazer
                  Language
                  • English
                  Dr Julia-Rafaella Papantoniou 
                  Language
                  • English
                  Dr Christina Johnson
                  Language
                  • English
                  Dr Ruta Adamone
                  Language
                  • English
                  Aleksandra Petrovic
                  Language
                  • English
                  • German
                  Dr Anna Herrmann
                  Language
                  • English
                  • German
                  Dr Emma Punter
                  Language
                  • English
                  Dr Alex Thomas
                  Language
                  • English
                  Dr Jennifer Lennon
                  Language
                    Dr Basma Abdalla
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Joseph Vacher
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Banika Ahuja
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Ben Wethered
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Louise Hood
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Tiffany Rameswari
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Michael Eisen
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Ruth Harris-Skillman
                    Language
                    • English
                    Anastasia Sgoumpopoulou  
                    Language
                    • English
                    Katerina Foutsi
                    Language
                    • English
                    April Kerslake
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Eleanor Noone
                    Language
                    • English
                    Jacqui Finnigan
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Graham Pickup
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Chiara Vari
                    Language
                    • English
                    • Italian
                    Dr Natasha Martland
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Marta Sosnowska-Conradi
                    Language
                    • English
                    • Polish
                    Dr Emily Patel
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Meherangiz Press
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Claire McGoldrick
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Hannah Green
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr André Lynam-Smith
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Alexandra Rhodes
                    Language
                    • English
                    Megan Brophy
                    Language
                    • English
                    Calin Hopsitar
                    Language
                    • English
                    • Romanian
                    • Spanish
                    Dr Stacie Tay
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Eleni Panagiari
                    Language
                    • English
                    • Greek
                    Dr Vanessa Griffin
                    Language
                    • English
                    Katie Lee
                    Language
                    • English
                    Kirsten Murphy
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Kimberley Gin
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Io Vassiliadou
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                    • English
                    • French
                    • Greek
                    Nethali Sabbah
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                    • English
                    • French
                    • Spanish
                    Dr Chandi Gedara
                    Language
                    • English
                    Sumera Khan
                    Language
                    • English
                    Jodi Gomez
                    Language
                    • English
                    Fiona Grunschlag
                    Language
                    • English
                    Andrea Clares
                    Language
                    • English
                    Gabi Colman
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Oliver Bernath
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Emanuela Grima
                    Language
                    • English
                    • Italian
                    Dr Laura McDermott
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Rowena Russell
                    Language
                    • English
                    Joanne Hourihan
                    Language
                    • English
                    Dr Maria Xenaki
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                    • English
                    Dr Maria Michalitsi
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                    • English
                    • Greek
                    Sharon Gardner
                    Language
                    • English
                    Ian Wootton
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                    • English
                    Maria Amorim
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                    • English
                    • Portugese
                    Dr Lisa Cohen
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                    • English
                    Dr James Bisby
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                    • English
                    Dr Nicole Harvey
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                    • English
                    Dr Lisa Matthias
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                    • English
                    Rachel Fhima
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                    • English

                    Our locations

                    Our clinics are located in some of central London’s most prestigious areas: Chelsea, Knightsbridge, and Harley Street.

                     

                    These locations are renowned for their high-quality care and easy accessibility, offering a calm and professional environment for your sessions.

                     

                    Whether you’re based in these areas or nearby, our clinics are easily reached via excellent public transport links and convenient parking, ensuring a smooth and stress-free journey to your appointment.

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                    Chelsea

                    2 Eaton Gate
                    London
                    SW1W 9BJ

                    Harley Street W1 sign mounted on a corner of a historic London building in the City of Westminster, renowned for its private medical and psychology clinics.

                    Harley Street

                    100 Harley Street
                    London
                    W1G 7JA

                    45 Pont Street

                    Knightsbridge

                    45 Pont Street
                    London
                    SW1X 0AD