Achieve Your Potential with John Ridley Therapy

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Counselling

We all go through difficult times—moments of low mood, anxiety, stress, or uncertainty. My counselling sessions are designed to offer you a calm, confidential space to talk things through at your own pace.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before you begin. Many clients start without a clear idea of what’s wrong—only that something doesn’t feel right. Through gentle exploration, we’ll uncover what’s holding you back and work toward achievable, meaningful goals.

I also offer specialist support using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), particularly helpful for:

• Insomnia and sleep problems
• Panic attacks and phobias
• OCD and intrusive thoughts
• Trauma recovery
• Chronic worry or unhelpful thought patterns

Psychotherapy

Some emotional struggles have deeper roots. If your depression, anxiety, or stress seems linked to longer-term or underlying issues, psychotherapy offers the opportunity to go deeper and create lasting change.

I regularly support clients dealing with:

• Relationship and attachment issues
• Sexuality and identity concerns
• Shame, internalised stigma, and acceptance
• Substance use (including alcohol and chemsex)
• Chronic health conditions, including HIV

You don’t have to face these experiences alone. Together, we’ll work toward healing, insight, and personal growth.

Coaching

If you’re looking for direction, motivation, or a renewed sense of purpose, coaching can help you move forward with energy and focus. Whether you’re navigating a career change, building confidence, or striving for better balance, I’ll help you define your goals and take practical steps toward achieving them.

In our coaching sessions, you can expect to:

• Gain clarity and direction
• Improve assertiveness and decision-making
• Enhance professional performance
• Build confidence and self-belief
• Create a personalised action plan

Coaching is a collaborative, forward-focused process that’s tailored to your strengths and ambitions.

How We’ll Work Together

Our first session will be an initial consultation, where we’ll explore your goals, questions, and what you’d like to gain from therapy or coaching. This session also gives you a feel for how I work, so you can decide if I’m the right fit for you. We’ll agree on regular review points to ensure our work continues to meet your needs and remains focused, effective, and valuable.

Why Choose Me?

• Skilled at meeting the individual needs of each client, with empathy, insight and candour
• Experienced in working with a diverse range of clients
• Affirmative  and inclusive practice
• Flexible online and in-person sessions
• Convenient, safe and calm central London office 
• Member of accredited registers of professional standards
• Compassionate, goal-oriented, and evidence-based approach

Get in Touch

Ready to take the next step? I offer a free, no-obligation call so you can ask questions and see if working together feels right for you.

Contact me today to schedule your consultation or learn more about how I can support you.