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Counselling, Psychotherapy & Coaching - Soho London Online

Approachable, skilled, experienced


A Thoughtful, Individualised Approach to Therapy and Coaching


Reaching out for support can be a significant and often vulnerable step. Whether you’re facing emotional challenges, relationship difficulties, professional pressures, or something harder to define, I offer a grounded, compassionate space where you can begin to explore what’s going on and what’s possible.


My work is always led by empathy, acceptance, and respect for your unique experience. I take a thoughtful and flexible approach, tailoring our sessions to how you best process, reflect, and grow. Whether you’re looking for deep therapy, or forward-focused coaching, you’ll be met with care and professionalism.


How I Work


I practise as an integrative therapist, drawing from a wide range of therapeutic models to meet your individual needs. My core training is person-centred, placing feelings and relationships at the heart of our work. I also hold qualifications in low-intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and mental health assessment, gained through the University of Exeter.


Depending on what feels most helpful to you, I may also incorporate elements such as:

  • Gestalt therapy
  • Transactional Analysis
  • Psychodynamic theory
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Mindfulness and Positive Psychology

Our work will evolve based on your goals, preferences, and personal style.


A Broader Perspective


Before becoming a therapist, I worked in business change consultancy, finance, entrepreneurship, and education. These experiences continue to inform my coaching work and add practical insight when supporting clients with stress, leadership challenges, or decision-making.


I hold a Master of Arts from Clare College, University of Cambridge, and completed postgraduate study at UCL’s Faculty of Education and Society, where I focused on child development through to adulthood, special educational needs, and neurodiversity.


Experience Across Sectors


I’ve worked in a range of therapeutic environments, including:

  • NHS – South London and Maudsley Trust / Talking Therapies
  • Private medical insurance providers
  • Corporate mental health programmes
  • Voluntary and third-sector organisations
  • Private practice

This breadth helps me meet clients from all walks of life with insight, flexibility, and deep care.


Let’s Work Together


Whether you’re seeking psychotherapy, coaching, or a blend of both, I offer a space where you can feel understood, supported, and empowered to move forward.

Take the opportunity now to book your initial appointment.  If you’d like to know more, please get in touch.


Counselling, Therapy and Counselling


I offer a supportive space where you can explore challenges such as:

  • Anxiety or low mood
  • Stress and burnout
  • Difficult life transitions
  • Grief or loss
  • Identity and self-worth
  • OCD, panic, or phobias

Using person-centred therapy, CBT, and other integrative techniques, we’ll work at your pace to make sense of what’s going on and build a path forward.


For clients looking to explore deeper or longer-term issues, psychotherapy offers a safe space for reflection and healing. This may include:

  • Past experiences and unresolved trauma
  • Relationship and attachment patterns
  • Sexuality and identity
  • Substance use, including alcohol and chemsex
  • Chronic health issues, including HIV

My integrative approach is grounded in compassion and clinical rigour, helping you develop lasting change.


Coaching is ideal if you’re looking for direction, motivation, or growth—personally or professionally. Together, we can work on:

  • Confidence and assertiveness
  • Life transitions or decisions
  • Goal setting and follow-through
  • Leadership or business-related challenges
  • Emotional intelligence and resilience

You’ll leave sessions with practical tools and renewed clarity.


Let’s Talk


All services begin with an initial consultation, where we’ll discuss your goals and what kind of support might best suit you. Sessions are available online or in person, and I work with both short-term and long-term clients.

Let's Take The Next Step Together

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John's natural warmth and understanding really helped me to open up. I felt I could honestly explore my feelings about past events and come to understand how these can affect me in the present. I was then able to think abut positive changes for the future in my behaviour, outlook and relationships


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Professional Standards

BACP Registered Member

MBACP Registered Member

As a Registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), I am bound by their ethical framework. I engage in both regular supervision and personal therapy, to ensure that my work is safe and optimised to the unique needs of each individual client.

NCPS accredited

The National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society - Accredited Registrant membership (MNCPS Acc.)

I am also an accredited registrant with the NCPS.

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