21:42 13 December 2025
1st Recommended for Client-Therapist Relationships
In person & Remote therapy, Harley Street, Oxford Circus, London, W1G 9PF
2 other locations
2 other locations
1st Recommended for Client-Therapist Relationships
In person & Remote therapy, Harley Street, Oxford Circus, London, W1G 9PF
2 other locations
2 other locations
If you want to find a good counsellor in the UK, based on his client-therapist relationships and verified client reviews, it is James.
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)) suggests counselling for:
What to Expect
Try one session, to see if you feel comfortable with James, and decide if therapy may help you.
Counselling
Counselling centres on listening to you, and assisting you. You determine which issue regarding your early years and/or adulthood you discuss. An objective of counselling is to enable you to speak about a difficulty and discover a way forward which is appropriate for you.
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)) suggests counselling for:
- Depression
Qualifications
| British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Registered Counsellor Last Check 12/12/2025 | Next Review 12/01/2026 | |
| September 2015 |
Degree Counselling University of Brighton with East Sussex College (UK) Verified 22/09/2016 |
James Wright is bound by the Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Fees
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Reviews
Summary
Based on 120 reviews
Easy to talk to: 5
Helpfulness: 5
Value for money: 5
5.0
Review of Counselling
07 July 2021
Easy to talk to: 5
Helpfulness: 5
Value for money: 5
James is easy to talk to, listens well, and is not judgemental. He helped me come to my own realisations about my problems and offered many practical solutions to specific issues I was having, as well as looking back to the past to see where those issues came from in the first place. Overall I greatly recommend James as a therapist.
Anonymous, 26
5.0
Review of Counselling for Anger
30 May 2019
Easy to talk to: 5
Helpfulness: 5
Value for money: 5
James was very good at getting me thinking about and explaining issues that I had with regards to my anger, and also explaining how to overcome and think about the consequences before I act on whatever had upset or made me angry. I highly recommend James as he is so easy to talk to and also listens and advises.
Paul, 43
5.0
Review of Counselling for Relationship Problems
29 December 2018
Easy to talk to: 5
Helpfulness: 5
Value for money: 5
James creates a very relaxing and welcoming atmosphere in his home. Rather than just sitting and talking, James offers different ways of approaching topics and issues. He invites you to take part in activities at home and gives 'homework'. James made me think about subjects from a different perspective and gave my partner and I equal time to share our views. I highly recommend James to couples or individuals seeking counselling.
Katherine, 32 from Burgess Hill
Wheelchair access: No
2nd Recommended for Client-Therapist Relationships
In person & Remote therapy, 104 Edgeley Road, Clapham, London, SW4 6HB
2nd Recommended for Client-Therapist Relationships
In person & Remote therapy, 104 Edgeley Road, Clapham, London, SW4 6HB
Ian is the best counsellor in Clapham based on Ian's client-therapist relationships.
NICE suggests counselling for:
What to Expect
Try one session, to see if you feel comfortable with Ian, and decide if therapy may help you.
Counselling
Counselling centres on listening to you, and assisting you. You determine which issue regarding your early years and/or adulthood you discuss. An objective of counselling is to enable you to speak about a difficulty and discover a way forward which is appropriate for you.
NICE suggests counselling for:
- Depression
Qualifications
| British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Accredited (MBACP Accred) and Registered Counsellor Last Check 15/11/2025 | Next Review 15/12/2025 | |
| December 1996 |
Diploma Counselling Communication and Counselling Foundation (UK) Verified 12/03/2017 |
Ian Davis is bound by the Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Fees
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Wheelchair access: No
3rd Recommended for Client-Therapist Relationships
In person, 25 Margaret Street, West End, London, W1W 8RX
3rd Recommended for Client-Therapist Relationships
In person, 25 Margaret Street, West End, London, W1W 8RX
What to Expect
Try one session, to see if you feel comfortable with Richard, and decide if therapy may help you.
Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychodynamic therapy centres on the unconscious meaning of the issues you encounter. It facilitates you in being aware of parts of your internal dynamics. Psychodynamic therapy seeks to enhance your self-understanding to give you options.
NICE suggests psychodynamic therapy for:
- Depression
- Anorexia
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy focuses on you, and you obtaining insight into the difficulties you face. It considers your thoughts, emotions and relevant moments in your life. Psychotherapy aims to help you change or discover appropriate ways of managing.
Qualifications
| British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) Registered Psychotherapist Last Check 19/11/2025 | Next Review 19/12/2025 | |
| October 2017 |
Certificate Psychotherapy British Psychotherapy Foundation (UK) Verified 02/12/2025 |
| September 2007 |
Postgraduate Diploma Psychodynamic Therapy University of Roehampton with WPF Therapy (UK) Verified 10/03/2017 |
Richard Backes is bound by the Code of Ethics of the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC).
Fees
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Wheelchair access: No
In person & Remote therapy, 19 Nassau Street, West End, London, W1W 7AF
2 other locations
2 other locations
In person & Remote therapy, 19 Nassau Street, West End, London, W1W 7AF
2 other locations
2 other locations
What to Expect
Try one session, to see if you feel comfortable with Tim, and decide if therapy may help you.
Counselling
Counselling centres on listening to you, and assisting you. You determine which issue regarding your early years and/or adulthood you discuss. An objective of counselling is to enable you to speak about a difficulty and discover a way forward which is appropriate for you.
NICE suggests counselling for:
- Depression
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy focuses on you, and you obtaining insight into the difficulties you face. It considers your thoughts, emotions and relevant moments in your life. Psychotherapy aims to help you change or discover appropriate ways of managing.
Private Health Insurance Registrations
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- BUPA
- WPA
Qualifications
| British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Accredited (MBACP Accred) and Registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist Last Check 21/11/2025 | Next Review 21/12/2025 | |
| June 2011 |
Degree Counselling Middlesex University with Metanoia Institute (UK) Verified 06/10/2014 |
Tim Poole is bound by the Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Fees
Wheelchair access: No
In person & Remote therapy, Portman Mansions, Chiltern Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 6NX
2 other locations
2 other locations
In person & Remote therapy, Portman Mansions, Chiltern Street, Marylebone, London, W1U 6NX
2 other locations
2 other locations
Robert is the best CBT counsellor in Holborn based on Robert's client-therapist relationships.
NICE suggests CBT for:
NICE suggests counselling for:
What to Expect
Try one session, to see if you feel comfortable with Robert, and decide if therapy may help you.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
CBT focuses on how your thoughts (cognitions) affect your feelings and actions. It recognises and challenges negative thoughts that perpetuate the problems you experience. The objective of cognitive behavioural therapy is for you to experience healthier thoughts and emotions.
NICE suggests CBT for:
- Body Dysmorphia
- Depression
- Generalised Anxiety
- PTSD
- Self Harm
- Binge Eating
- Bulimia
- Anorexia
Counselling
Counselling centres on listening to you, and assisting you. You determine which issue regarding your early years and/or adulthood you discuss. An objective of counselling is to enable you to speak about a difficulty and discover a way forward which is appropriate for you.
NICE suggests counselling for:
- Depression
Private Health Insurance Registrations
- BUPA
- WPA
Languages
- English
Qualifications
| British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) Accredited (MBACP Accred) and Registered Counsellor Last Check 15/11/2025 | Next Review 15/12/2025 | |
| June 2008 |
Certificate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Centre for Stress Management (UK) Verified 24/06/2014 |
| July 2007 |
Diploma Counselling Northern Council for Further Education (UK) Verified 24/06/2014 |
Robert Flaherty is bound by the Ethical Framework for Good Practice in Counselling and Psychotherapy of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
Fees
Working Hours
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Wheelchair access: No