Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychodynamic psychotherapy is a space to slow down, reflect and develop a deeper understanding of yourself. It is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings and ways of relating are shaped not only by what we are aware of, but also by earlier experiences and unconscious processes that continue to influence us throughout our lives.
Sometimes we find ourselves repeating the same patterns, feeling overwhelmed, disconnected or stuck without fully understanding why. Therapy offers the opportunity to become curious about these experiences rather than judging them, helping you make sense of them and creating the possibility for meaningful, lasting change.
Together we may explore your relationships, emotions, memories and life experiences in a confidential, thoughtful and non-judgmental space. Rather than offering quick solutions, psychodynamic therapy aims to help you understand yourself more deeply so that change comes from within. Therapy can be time-limited or open-ended, with sessions usually taking place once or twice a week.
If we agree to work together, you can expect a warm, respectful and thoughtful approach. I see therapy as something we do together. My role is not to tell you how to live your life, but to listen carefully, think with you, and help you make sense of experiences that may have felt confusing or difficult to face alone. I am open, honest and actively engaged in the therapeutic process. Sometimes we will be talking; sometimes silence gives us both space to reflect. Both have an important place in the work.
Meet the therapist
Areas of Clinical Focus
Emotional Difficulties
Emotional distress can take many forms, including anxiety, depression, low mood, burnout, low self-esteem or a sense of feeling stuck. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we explore the underlying emotional experiences and patterns that may be contributing to your distress.
Relationships and Attachment
Our earliest relationships shape how we experience ourselves and connect with others. Therapy offers a space to understand recurring relational patterns with curiosity and compassion, opening up new ways of relating to yourself and others.
Trauma and Adverse Experiences
Trauma, including complex trauma and adverse childhood experiences, can continue to affect emotional life long after the events have passed. Together we process these experiences safely and at a pace that feels manageable.
Therapy Format
Sessions
50-minute sessions, held at the same day and time each week.
Frequency
Usually once or twice a week, depending on your needs and the nature of the work.
Locations
I offer in-person sessions from The Practice Rooms in London Bridge and Greenwich, as well as online.
London Bridge
The Practice Rooms
2 Union St, London SE1 1SZ
Greenwich
The Practice Rooms
15A Nelson Rd, London SE10 9JB
Both practice locations are accessed via stairs and are not currently wheelchair accessible. If you require an accessible space, please get in touch and I will be happy to arrange an alternative location that meets your needs.
Age group
Adults aged 18 and over.
Languages
Therapy is available in English and Greek.
Length of Therapy
Psychodynamic psychotherapy can be time-limited or open-ended. During our initial consultation, we can think together about what may be most appropriate for you.
Getting Started
Taking the first step towards therapy can feel difficult. It is completely understandable to feel unsure about whether therapy is right for you, or whether I am the right therapist for you.
If you would like to find out more before arranging an initial consultation, I offer a free 15-minute introductory phone call. This is an opportunity to briefly discuss what has brought you to therapy, ask any questions you may have, and get a sense of whether working together feels like the right fit. There is no obligation to continue afterwards. If you decide to take the next step, we will arrange an initial consultation. This is a 90-minute meeting where we have the time to explore what has brought you to therapy, what you are hoping for, and whether psychodynamic psychotherapy feels like the right approach for you at this stage of your life.
The initial consultation is also an opportunity for us to think together about whether we would work well together. Sometimes one consultation is enough; occasionally it can be helpful to have more than one before deciding how to proceed. If we decide to continue, we will agree on a regular weekly appointment and discuss the therapeutic agreement. If we decide that another form of support would be more appropriate, we can think about that together too.
A way of thinking about therapy
Therapy can sometimes feel like opening a wardrobe that has become too overwhelming to face.
You may not know exactly what is inside, only that approaching it feels too much, so you keep the door closed. Together, at a pace that feels manageable, we begin to open it. One piece at a time, we take things out, look at them with curiosity, understand how they came to be there, decide what still belongs, and gently place them back in a way that feels more organised and manageable.
Therapy isn't about emptying the wardrobe overnight. It's about helping you feel able to open the door without feeling overwhelmed.