Career Guidance Counselling in North West London, London

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Nick Gendler
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW11
The last few years have been difficult for many. I work with adults who are finding it hard to cope with the challenges life presents, perhaps, anxiety and stress, relationship issues, loss and bereavement, depression or sadness. I also work with people who are struggling in their work or career. I offer both individual and relationship counselling. Sometimes my clients feel overwhelmed and seek opportunity to offload, sometimes they want to dig deeper in order to gain some insight into their lives with a view to making changes. I'm an experienced counsellor and I also work as a supervisor to other counsellors.
The last few years have been difficult for many. I work with adults who are finding it hard to cope with the challenges life presents, perhaps, anxiety and stress, relationship issues, loss and bereavement, depression or sadness. I also work with people who are struggling in their work or career. I offer both individual and relationship counselling. Sometimes my clients feel overwhelmed and seek opportunity to offload, sometimes they want to dig deeper in order to gain some insight into their lives with a view to making changes. I'm an experienced counsellor and I also work as a supervisor to other counsellors.
020 4538 5557 View 020 4538 5557
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Liz Jones
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
I am a psychologist skilled in counselling psychotherapy and coaching. I have over 15 years of experience working with people in the public and private sector. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, my services aim to introduce clarity and self-motivation. I teach techniques to better manage everyday emotional stress. I support clients needing help with their lives whether it is personally focused, career focused, relating to a specific issue or just needing a safe space to externalise. Member of the British Psychological Society, the Association of Business Psychologists and a qualified CBT therapist.
I am a psychologist skilled in counselling psychotherapy and coaching. I have over 15 years of experience working with people in the public and private sector. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, my services aim to introduce clarity and self-motivation. I teach techniques to better manage everyday emotional stress. I support clients needing help with their lives whether it is personally focused, career focused, relating to a specific issue or just needing a safe space to externalise. Member of the British Psychological Society, the Association of Business Psychologists and a qualified CBT therapist.
01372 671230 View 01372 671230
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Pat Capel
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW6
Are you or your loved ones struggling with difficulties like depression, anxiety or trauma? Do you have difficulties getting to or staying asleep? Tricky relationships or situations at work or at home can cause stress and anxiety. For your children, the difficulties could be about school and university. I enjoy working with adults and young people who are finding life a little tricky. My 30 year career in the classroom means I understand adolescents and their difficulties. My aim is to help you identify the areas that are difficult and then to find strategies and solutions to overcome these.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with difficulties like depression, anxiety or trauma? Do you have difficulties getting to or staying asleep? Tricky relationships or situations at work or at home can cause stress and anxiety. For your children, the difficulties could be about school and university. I enjoy working with adults and young people who are finding life a little tricky. My 30 year career in the classroom means I understand adolescents and their difficulties. My aim is to help you identify the areas that are difficult and then to find strategies and solutions to overcome these.
020 3856 3817 View 020 3856 3817
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Dina Lucas
Psychotherapist, BPC
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW3
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist offering in-person therapy in London NW3 (Hampstead) and NW11 (Golders Green). Outside of private practice, I work as a psychotherapist in the Trauma Unit at the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. I have had many years of training and experience in treating adults of all backgrounds and with a wide range of issues. I am registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC), the BACP and am a member of the Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists (TSP). Prior to my career as a psychotherapist, I worked as an employment lawyer in an international law firm in the City of London.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist offering in-person therapy in London NW3 (Hampstead) and NW11 (Golders Green). Outside of private practice, I work as a psychotherapist in the Trauma Unit at the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust. I have had many years of training and experience in treating adults of all backgrounds and with a wide range of issues. I am registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC), the BACP and am a member of the Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists (TSP). Prior to my career as a psychotherapist, I worked as an employment lawyer in an international law firm in the City of London.
020 3835 6190 View 020 3835 6190
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Melisa Adams
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1  (Online Only)
Some people choose to address specific areas (assertiveness, anger, relationship difficulties, career issues, bereavement etc) Also, I provide therapy services tailored to individuals across the neurodiversity spectrum.
We are told how important exercise is for our physical well-being, your mental health is no different. Mental health and physical health are interconnected. Stress, anxiety, and depression can manifest as physical symptoms. So, maintaining good mental health can positively influence physical health. Therapy changes lives and for that reason, if you are unhappy, stressed, and not sure what to do, you need to remember that life is short, and you deserve to live the life you want. Put yourself first and do what makes you happy! I will help you become your own therapist, providing you with healthy tools and support tailored for you.
Some people choose to address specific areas (assertiveness, anger, relationship difficulties, career issues, bereavement etc) Also, I provide therapy services tailored to individuals across the neurodiversity spectrum.
We are told how important exercise is for our physical well-being, your mental health is no different. Mental health and physical health are interconnected. Stress, anxiety, and depression can manifest as physical symptoms. So, maintaining good mental health can positively influence physical health. Therapy changes lives and for that reason, if you are unhappy, stressed, and not sure what to do, you need to remember that life is short, and you deserve to live the life you want. Put yourself first and do what makes you happy! I will help you become your own therapist, providing you with healthy tools and support tailored for you.
01302 490114 View 01302 490114
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Malgorzata Zglinska
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW11
I know what the loss of a job feels like or the stress of being pushed to your limits.
Do you feel alone with your problems? Stressed up and anxious? Lonely and depressed? Unhappy in relationships? Full of anger? Mourning a loss? Looking for meaning and direction? If so why not come for a chat to see how I can help? I have helped people from various walks of life and of different ages. I have assisted clients going through the midlife crisis to find meaning and a sense of purpose. I have made a difference to the lives of young people ridden with anxiety, searching for values and goals and uncertain of their personal and career choices.
I know what the loss of a job feels like or the stress of being pushed to your limits.
Do you feel alone with your problems? Stressed up and anxious? Lonely and depressed? Unhappy in relationships? Full of anger? Mourning a loss? Looking for meaning and direction? If so why not come for a chat to see how I can help? I have helped people from various walks of life and of different ages. I have assisted clients going through the midlife crisis to find meaning and a sense of purpose. I have made a difference to the lives of young people ridden with anxiety, searching for values and goals and uncertain of their personal and career choices.
07713 147711 View 07713 147711
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Dr Lucia Giombini
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW3  (Online Only)
I have dedicated the majority of my career as Clinical Psychologist thus far to helping people suffering from various forms of eating disorder, such anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder or emotional eating. By working with these conditions, I have developed a deeper understanding of the difficulties connected to them, such as different types of anxiety disorders and depression, perfectionism and obsessive-compulsive symptoms. I use different interventions deriving from a wide range of psychological theories, including motivational enhancement therapy, interpersonal therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy. Please, for more information visit my website: www.luciagiombini.com
I have dedicated the majority of my career as Clinical Psychologist thus far to helping people suffering from various forms of eating disorder, such anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder or emotional eating. By working with these conditions, I have developed a deeper understanding of the difficulties connected to them, such as different types of anxiety disorders and depression, perfectionism and obsessive-compulsive symptoms. I use different interventions deriving from a wide range of psychological theories, including motivational enhancement therapy, interpersonal therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy. Please, for more information visit my website: www.luciagiombini.com
020 3962 0172 View 020 3962 0172
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Fiona Coates Therapy
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Before my career as a therapist, I worked for a number of global corporate organisations.
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, registered with the BACP. I work with individuals and with couples for short term and long term periods. I provide a safe and confidential space for my clients to talk and explore the challenges they are facing and how this impacts their life. I respect the individuality of my clients, their experience and capacity to decide and choose their own destiny. You may have a goal or outcome you'd like to achieve, but often you may not, and this is okay. I work relationally and believe the supportive and trusting relationship between myself and my clients helps facilitate change and a way forward.
Before my career as a therapist, I worked for a number of global corporate organisations.
I am a Psychotherapeutic Counsellor, registered with the BACP. I work with individuals and with couples for short term and long term periods. I provide a safe and confidential space for my clients to talk and explore the challenges they are facing and how this impacts their life. I respect the individuality of my clients, their experience and capacity to decide and choose their own destiny. You may have a goal or outcome you'd like to achieve, but often you may not, and this is okay. I work relationally and believe the supportive and trusting relationship between myself and my clients helps facilitate change and a way forward.
020 3823 6181 View 020 3823 6181
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Yvonne J Gordon
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW10  (Online Only)
A living loss such as your job, health or mobility can trigger the same powerful and confusing emotions as the loss of a loved one.
As a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Coach, my passion is to help people fulfil their potential and support them through difficult times. I help those who feel stuck in their current circumstances, thinking there is more to life than this, wanting to understand and feel their purpose, and unable to experience any satisfaction. Together, we will work through any past or present blocks that may contribute to how you feel. By working through issues that contribute to feeling stuck, a person can become aligned with their authentic self, ultimately leading to a sense of worth.
A living loss such as your job, health or mobility can trigger the same powerful and confusing emotions as the loss of a loved one.
As a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Coach, my passion is to help people fulfil their potential and support them through difficult times. I help those who feel stuck in their current circumstances, thinking there is more to life than this, wanting to understand and feel their purpose, and unable to experience any satisfaction. Together, we will work through any past or present blocks that may contribute to how you feel. By working through issues that contribute to feeling stuck, a person can become aligned with their authentic self, ultimately leading to a sense of worth.
020 3376 7943 View 020 3376 7943
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Pedro Romhanyi
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
Stuck, confused, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Struggling with a relationship, bereavement, job loss, parenthood, or parents? Perhaps you don’t know your exact problem, only that something isn’t right. My role is to help clients explore their issues, gain insight, clarity and understanding, then support them as they move towards change. Working together, we explore where they are now, how they got there, where they’d prefer to be, and how they might do things differently.
Stuck, confused, overwhelmed, anxious or depressed? Struggling with a relationship, bereavement, job loss, parenthood, or parents? Perhaps you don’t know your exact problem, only that something isn’t right. My role is to help clients explore their issues, gain insight, clarity and understanding, then support them as they move towards change. Working together, we explore where they are now, how they got there, where they’d prefer to be, and how they might do things differently.
020 3984 7749 View 020 3984 7749
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Inês Paula
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1  (Online Only)
Each of us deserves a happy life. However, life can be difficult to navigate at times and working with a professional can help you overcome challenges more effectively. Whether you're going through a major life change or are facing a situation that interferes with your sense of security, it's important to know that you don't have to cope alone. Maybe you feel stuck in self-limiting beliefs, feel trapped in a relationship or career that no longer fulfils you or feel low without understanding why. Therapy can help you achieve a greater understanding of yourself and others, boost your resilience and improve your emotional wellbeing.
Each of us deserves a happy life. However, life can be difficult to navigate at times and working with a professional can help you overcome challenges more effectively. Whether you're going through a major life change or are facing a situation that interferes with your sense of security, it's important to know that you don't have to cope alone. Maybe you feel stuck in self-limiting beliefs, feel trapped in a relationship or career that no longer fulfils you or feel low without understanding why. Therapy can help you achieve a greater understanding of yourself and others, boost your resilience and improve your emotional wellbeing.
020 3974 2631 View 020 3974 2631
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Claudio Parretti
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW1
I provide psychological treatment to clients suffering from a wide range of difficulties and conditions, including Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Interpersonal problems, PTSD, Complex trauma and Anger management. Some of my clients may suffer from longterm difficulties, such as struggling to manage strong emotions and struggle to maintain close and significant relationships with others. Other clients may present with specific difficulties, such as career changes, family tensions or facing periods of particular stress. I also work with parents, who are struggling to bond with their children.
I provide psychological treatment to clients suffering from a wide range of difficulties and conditions, including Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Interpersonal problems, PTSD, Complex trauma and Anger management. Some of my clients may suffer from longterm difficulties, such as struggling to manage strong emotions and struggle to maintain close and significant relationships with others. Other clients may present with specific difficulties, such as career changes, family tensions or facing periods of particular stress. I also work with parents, who are struggling to bond with their children.
023 8214 8054 View 023 8214 8054
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Melissa Casares
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW3  (Online Only)
Hello, I trained in the Humanistic Integrative approach which means I work with each person as an individual, and can utilise different approaches to therapy. My aim is to work with you, focusing on what you bring to therapy, at your pace. Making the decision to contact a therapist is a big step, and I'd like to work with you in a confidential, supportive way to make this a positive step for you. If you are experiencing relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety or just feel that you need someone outside of friends and family to talk to, please get in touch by email or phone.
Hello, I trained in the Humanistic Integrative approach which means I work with each person as an individual, and can utilise different approaches to therapy. My aim is to work with you, focusing on what you bring to therapy, at your pace. Making the decision to contact a therapist is a big step, and I'd like to work with you in a confidential, supportive way to make this a positive step for you. If you are experiencing relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety or just feel that you need someone outside of friends and family to talk to, please get in touch by email or phone.
07480 537789 View 07480 537789
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Dr Xiangkun Zhu
PsychD
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW3  (Online Only)
When you're feeling psychologically uncomfortable in any way, you can turn to me, and here's how I can help. Whenever you're dealing with emotional turmoil, inner conflicts, or life's challenges, I'm here as your support system - a dedicated mental health counselor ready to extend a helping hand on your journey.
When you're feeling psychologically uncomfortable in any way, you can turn to me, and here's how I can help. Whenever you're dealing with emotional turmoil, inner conflicts, or life's challenges, I'm here as your support system - a dedicated mental health counselor ready to extend a helping hand on your journey.
020 3835 4338 View 020 3835 4338
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Michela Pucci
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North West London, London NW1
I am a Counsellor, Sex and Relationship Therapist. Additionally, I provide both in-person and online EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy for both physical and emotional traumas. I assist couples and individuals in multiple partnerships who struggle with communication and sexual issues. I handle a wide range of psychological issues using an integrative method. Insurances accepted: AXA Health, WPA, AVIVA, Vitality.
I am a Counsellor, Sex and Relationship Therapist. Additionally, I provide both in-person and online EMDR (eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing) therapy for both physical and emotional traumas. I assist couples and individuals in multiple partnerships who struggle with communication and sexual issues. I handle a wide range of psychological issues using an integrative method. Insurances accepted: AXA Health, WPA, AVIVA, Vitality.
020 3917 4582 View 020 3917 4582
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Synergy Coaching and Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW6
As a qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Life Coach, I can help address ways in which past unresolved traumatic experiences may be affecting your life now. It may be difficulties in how you feel about yourself, managing anxiety, forming healthy personal and work relationships, early attachment issues, and relationship with food.
As a qualified Psychotherapeutic Counsellor and Life Coach, I can help address ways in which past unresolved traumatic experiences may be affecting your life now. It may be difficulties in how you feel about yourself, managing anxiety, forming healthy personal and work relationships, early attachment issues, and relationship with food.
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Jacqui Bennett
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North West London, London NW2
Does life feel like it is getting on top of you? Could you benefit from someone to talk to? Would you like to explore your thoughts and feelings?. At times life can be stressful and challenging. Counselling could be the first steps which allows you to explore your thoughts, feelings and your behaviour I offer a safe and supportive space to adults, couples, families and young people where you can explore any worries or difficulties in the strictest confidence.
Does life feel like it is getting on top of you? Could you benefit from someone to talk to? Would you like to explore your thoughts and feelings?. At times life can be stressful and challenging. Counselling could be the first steps which allows you to explore your thoughts, feelings and your behaviour I offer a safe and supportive space to adults, couples, families and young people where you can explore any worries or difficulties in the strictest confidence.
07540 085999 View 07540 085999
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Alex Boyle
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW3
My particular interest lies in guiding and encouraging people towards self-actualization and the integration of their fullest potential in whatever sphere of life they are engaged. This process may be seen as a journey, which we share together for at time and requires only ‘the willingness and the courage to be’. To participate joyfully in life is the goal at the heart of psychosynthesis therapy and coaching – and its achievement often comes in unexpected ways. We focus on developing your potential at all levels of being - body, feelings, mind and spirit - and on your deeper centre of identity as the source of true relationship.
My particular interest lies in guiding and encouraging people towards self-actualization and the integration of their fullest potential in whatever sphere of life they are engaged. This process may be seen as a journey, which we share together for at time and requires only ‘the willingness and the courage to be’. To participate joyfully in life is the goal at the heart of psychosynthesis therapy and coaching – and its achievement often comes in unexpected ways. We focus on developing your potential at all levels of being - body, feelings, mind and spirit - and on your deeper centre of identity as the source of true relationship.
020 3984 9041 View 020 3984 9041
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Francesco Rinaldi
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a psychoanalytically based approach. Our therapeutic relationship will offer you a safe space to explore your present thoughts, feelings and behaviours while understanding how past experiences and unconscious impulses shape your lived experience. Analytical exploration endeavours to make sense of one’s subjective and unconscious dynamics. This will allow you to observe and understand on a deeper level how you interact with and are influenced by the world around you; and will better equip you to face choices and challenges in your life, to allow sustainable change to happen.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy is a psychoanalytically based approach. Our therapeutic relationship will offer you a safe space to explore your present thoughts, feelings and behaviours while understanding how past experiences and unconscious impulses shape your lived experience. Analytical exploration endeavours to make sense of one’s subjective and unconscious dynamics. This will allow you to observe and understand on a deeper level how you interact with and are influenced by the world around you; and will better equip you to face choices and challenges in your life, to allow sustainable change to happen.
020 3780 3189 View 020 3780 3189
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Amanda Watson
Psychotherapist, PsychD
Verified Verified
North West London, London NW1  (Online Only)
I offer psychotherapy and counselling to individuals and couples/partnerships of all sexual orientations with a supportive and non judgemental approach. I work from an integrative perspective using a range of theories and strategies to suit the specific needs of the client and I specialise in Psychosexual and Relationship issues. I have a 25 year background in Education and Teaching. Please check out my website: www.amandalisawatson.com
I offer psychotherapy and counselling to individuals and couples/partnerships of all sexual orientations with a supportive and non judgemental approach. I work from an integrative perspective using a range of theories and strategies to suit the specific needs of the client and I specialise in Psychosexual and Relationship issues. I have a 25 year background in Education and Teaching. Please check out my website: www.amandalisawatson.com
020 4538 2359 View 020 4538 2359

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Career Guidance Counsellors

How do I know if I need career counselling?

Determining whether a career counsellor is needed involves assessing one's current career and identifying what changes can be made to improve one's overall quality of life. In particular, feelings of loss of motivation, fatigue, anxiety, depression, procrastination, or ongoing levels of high stress can all be indicative of a need for career-related counselling. In addition, individuals changing jobs may want the decision-making support or self-reflection opportunities provided by a career counsellor.

Who can benefit from career counselling?

Anyone can benefit from the self-reflection, skill development, and stress management techniques that career counselling can provide. However, individuals who are feeling overwhelmed or burnt out with their current job and individuals considering a major career change may particularly benefit from career counselling to improve their wellbeing. Additionally, individuals who are facing issues in their current job, such as coworker relationship challenges or not meeting performance goals, may benefit from the perspective that a career counsellor can provide. College-age or young professionals may also uniquely benefit from career counselling as they make key decisions surrounding education and job training that will impact their career trajectory.

How long does career counselling typically last?

The length of career counselling can vary greatly depending on the needs of the individual and what type of support they are seeking Career coaching or advising services—which serve clients in a specific, goal-oriented capacity—often last for a shorter duration and are sometimes only a single session or a few sessions in length. In contrast, career counselling as part of a more integrative therapeutic relationship with a counsellor may last longer, particularly if the issues faced by the client are longstanding and/or more complex in nature; in such cases, individuals may expect therapy to last multiple months or longer.

How to prepare for career counselling?

Clients can prepare for career counselling sessions by outlining the specific topics they would like to address with the counsellor, such as current job challenges or hopes for the future of their career. Compiling one's thoughts on such topics often requires reflection on one's career and future goals, which in itself can be beneficial for session preparation. Clients may also want to put together a list of questions they would like to ask the counsellor, particularly if the career counsellor they are seeing has particular expertise in a given career area. Conducting research into potential future jobs, training opportunities, or support resources in one's area may also help clients prepare for career counselling by providing them with a background of what resources are available in their area.