Counselling and Psychotherapy
Welcome.
People come to therapy for many different reasons. For some, seeking support feels daunting; for others, it comes as a relief. You may have found yourself here because something in your life feels difficult, unsettled, or hard to carry alone - whether suddenly or quietly over time.
I work with a wide range of experiences, including grief, relationship difficulties, anxiety, loss, emotional overwhelm, questions around identity or direction, and periods of change or crisis. Some people arrive knowing exactly what they want to talk about; others only know that something no longer feels manageable, meaningful, or clear.
Therapy can offer a space to think, feel, question, and speak more freely about what’s happening in your life. I’ll bring care, attention, curiosity, and honesty to the work we do together, helping you understand what may be contributing to distress, what feels stuck or repeating, and what might need to change.
Our work will be collaborative and shaped around your individual needs. I work relationally, which means paying attention not only to your experiences outside the room, but also to how you relate, communicate, and feel within the therapeutic relationship itself. Together, we’ll make room for reflection, challenge where needed, and the possibility of relating to yourself and others differently.
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy offers the opportunity to slow down and pay closer attention to yourself, your relationships, and the ways you move through the world. It isn’t about ‘fixing’ you, but about developing a deeper understanding of what you’re experiencing, what may be shaping it, and what you need from your life now.
Our sessions will move at a pace that feels manageable for you. Together, we may begin to notice recurring patterns, emotional habits, conflicts, or ways of relating that have become difficult to shift alone. We might explore feelings that have been hard to express, experiences that continue to have an impact, or parts of yourself that have had little space or attention.
I work in an open-ended way, as I believe meaningful therapeutic work often develops over time. Some people come for shorter-term support around a particular issue, while others choose longer-term therapy as the work deepens. We’ll regularly reflect on how the process feels for you and whether the work is meeting your needs.
Sometimes this involves paying attention not just to what you think or feel, but to what happens in the room between us as we speak — moments of hesitation, certainty, discomfort, or connection. These often tell us something important about how you relate beyond therapy as well.
Relationship Therapy
Relationship therapy offers a confidential space to talk together about what is happening between you and where things feel difficult. This might include ongoing conflict, feeling emotionally distant, difficulties communicating, or navigating a significant change in your relationship.
I aim to create a space where both of you can speak openly and be heard, with attention to how each person experiences the relationship in the room as well as outside it. We may look at what tends to happen between you during moments of tension or disconnection, and how earlier experiences or expectations may be shaping these patterns.
The work is not only about understanding what is going wrong, but also about finding ways of relating that feel more workable, honest, and connected.
Relationship Therapy isn’t just for couples in crisis, it’s a chance to recognise and shift patterns that no longer serve you, improve communication, and find healthier ways to navigate life’s challenges together. I welcome heterosexual, LGBTQ+, and non-romantic couples - such as friends, colleagues, or family members - who are looking to strengthen their connection and deepen mutual understanding.
Practicalities
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I offer sessions in person from my practice in London Bridge, 90 Borough High Street SE1 1LL.
I also offer sessions online via the Zoom platform.
Individual therapy: £85, 50minutes
Relationship Threapy: £110, 50minutes
I offer a limited number of lower-cost places depending on availability -please feel free to ask if this would make therapy more accessible for you.
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While my practice is broad and I welcome clients with a wide range of concerns, I have particular experience in supporting people through major life transitions - such as changes in relationships, career, identity, or parenthood. These times can bring up anxious thinking, uncertainty around one’s sense of identity, and a loss of meaning or direction.
I also work closely with clients who had difficult or painful childhoods. Early experiences can shape how we relate to ourselves, others, and the world around us - often in ways we don't fully recognise. In our work together, we explore these patterns with curiosity and care, so that your past feels less like something you’re stuck in and more like something you understand and can move forward with.
Alongside my private practice, I work in two specialist services - supporting adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and maternal mental health, including infertility. Before becoming a therapist, my work was in the creative arts, and I continue to run an advocacy organisation supporting those in body-based professions like dancers and performers.
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Some common areas people bring to relationship therapy include:
Feeling like the spark has gone or growing emotionally distant
Chronic conflict or repeated arguments
Infidelity or breaches of trust
Differing sex drives or intimacy concerns
Struggles with conception or fertility-related stress
Parenting disagreements or co-parenting challenges
Navigating family conflict or intergenerational issues
Adjusting to major life changes, such as illness, grief, or aging
Difficulties forming or maintaining close relationships
Communication breakdowns or feeling misunderstood
Facing a crossroads—deciding whether to stay connected or part ways
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The first session is a space for us to begin exploring what has brought you to therapy and to discuss how we might work together. You’re welcome to share what you’d like to focus on, what’s been happening recently, and what you hope to explore or change. I’ll also ask some questions to get a fuller picture of your background and what’s been going on for you.
You’re also encouraged to ask any questions you may have about the process or how I work. There’s no pressure to have everything figured out - this is simply a starting point, and we’ll go at your pace.
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It’s completely normal to feel unsure. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if it’s your first time. You’re welcome to bring those feelings into our first conversation - we’ll move at a pace that feels manageable for you.
Therapy is a space for anyone. You don’t need to have a clear goal or a specific issue to begin - just a sense that something isn’t sitting right, or a curiosity about yourself or your relationships, is enough. We’ll figure it out together.
Hello - I’m Carys, I am an experienced integrative therapist, working with individuals and couples in Central London.
Whether you're seeking individual or relationship therapy, our work together offers a space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. You decide what to bring; my role is to be alongside you - collaboratively exploring what’s working in your life, what’s not, and why. I’ll offer insight where it’s helpful, gently challenge patterns that may no longer serve you, and support you in discovering new perspectives and ways of relating, to yourself and to others, that can foster meaningful, lasting change.
I trained as an integrative therapist because I believe that no single approach fits everyone. Drawing from a range of therapeutic models, I tailor our work to suit your unique needs. My relational approach invites us to look not only at your inner world, but also at the dynamics between us, and how these may mirror patterns in your other relationships - offering valuable insight into how you connect, communicate, and experience closeness or conflict.
Qualifications and Experience
MSc Integrative Therapeutic Counselling - University of Greenwich
Intensive Certificate in Psychotherapy and Counselling - Regents University
PG/Advanced Diploma in Relationship Psychotherapy - NAOS Institute
I am committed to my own personal and professional development, regularly engaging in further learning, reflective practices and connecting with people and activities that enrich my life and my work. I also have training in somatic therapy, including Body-Mind Centering, which we can integrate into our work where appropriate.
Alongside my private practice, I work in two specialist services - supporting adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and maternal mental health, including infertility. Before becoming a therapist, my work was in the creative arts, and I continue to run an advocacy organisation supporting those in body-based professions like dance and performance.
Memberships & Insurance
Senior Accredited Member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) - adhering to their Code of Ethics
The Relational School
Fully insured with public liability and professional indemnity cover