Existential Psychotherapy &Â Counselling
About Therapy
At some point, everyone encounters challenges. Some are clear and identifiable, like the end of a relationship or the loss of a job. Others may emerge more gradually, such as a growing reliance on alcohol or drugs, a tendency to avoid problems, or a persistent sense of ambivalence that keeps you stuck. You might notice you are not living in line with your values or ambitions. Then there are the universal struggles we all face at times: grief, anxiety, and questions about meaning and purpose. Sometimes, it’s simply a sense that something isn’t quite right – without knowing exactly why.
All of these experiences deserve time, space, and reflection. Therapy offers a space to explore these experiences in a non-judgmental, supportive, and compassionate environment. I will listen carefully to your story and the details of your lived experience. Together, we’ll explore what it means to be you and examine the patterns, choices, and circumstances that shape your life.
This kind of work can sometimes be challenging. It involves questioning your assumptions, reflecting on your choices, and exploring what they mean to you. Change often takes time, and it’s not uncommon to encounter frustration, resistance, or setbacks along the way. But I’ve also witnessed clients experience deep relief, a renewed sense of connection - with themselves and with others - and a growing capacity for self-understanding and kindness toward themselves.
About Me
Thank you for considering me as your therapist. My name is Rebecca, and I am a registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
I have experience providing both short - and long-term psychotherapy to individuals and couples, working across private practice, the charity sector, and the NHS. Over the past decade, my professional roles have included managing a community arts and wellbeing centre supporting older adults (55+) and leading a low-cost psychotherapy service for adults in Islington. I’ve also worked in third-sector mental health services in project management and outreach roles.
Before training as a psychotherapist, I studied Fine Art (BA Hons) at Chelsea College of Art (UAL), and I continue to be inspired by existential literature and film. Art informs my humanistic outlook and continues to shape how I think about life’s challenges and the therapeutic process.
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Questions
Therapy begins with an assessment phase – a structured period in which we explore your current difficulties alongside your emotional, psychological and relational history. We can also start to establish goals for our work together. This phase may span several sessions and help determine whether my approach and training fit your needs. Based on our assessment, I will make a clinical judgment about whether short-term or open-ended therapy is more appropriate. While some issues can be addressed in a limited timeframe, others may require longer-term work.
The assessment period is also your opportunity to decide whether the therapeutic relationship feels right for you. If not, I am happy to offer alternative recommendations that may be better suited. Endings are an important part of the therapeutic process, and we will approach them collaboratively, reviewing and preparing for the ending together.
Who do you work with?
I’ve worked across private practice, the charity sector and primary care in the NHS. I work with people from diverse socio-economic, cultural and professional contexts. Clinically, I have experience working with a variety of disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Specific Phobias, Social Anxiety, Generalised Anxiety Disorder and Depression. I frequently support clients struggling with personal, familial or professional relationship chal.
Those who seek therapy with me tend to be open-minded, reflective, and ready to engage with the process. They are often curious about themselves and willing to explore their part in shaping their current experiences.
How long will I be in therapy for?
How much do you charge, and anything else you need from me?
The initial assessment session is £90.00 and payable in advance. We will discuss a suitable ongoing fee for your weekly therapy sessions during this session. Sessions are 50 minutes long and occur at the same time and day each week.
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I ask clients to share their GP details and current medication as part of the assessment process. This is for safeguarding purposes and would only be used in the event of a serious risk; otherwise, confidentiality is strictly maintained.
Before we begin ongoing work, I’ll also provide a working agreement outlining the terms of our sessions, which I’ll ask you to read and sign. You are very welcome to request a copy of this in advance if you’d like.
What is your therapeutic approach?
I draw on various psychotherapeutic approaches, adapting my work to meet each client's needs. My initial training was in Existential Counselling and Psychotherapy (MA), which informs my practice. I am also training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and have a growing interest in psychoanalytic theory. I hope to undertake further analytic training in the future.
However, my approach is generally explorative. I aim to help you achieve better self-awareness and self-understanding. In my experience, lasting change comes not from being told what to do but from discovering what you need to live more meaningfully and authentically.
This kind of work can sometimes be challenging. It involves reflecting on your assumptions, examining your choices, and exploring what they mean to you. Change often takes time, and it’s not unusual to encounter frustration, resistance, or regressions along the way. But I’ve also witnessed clients experience deep relief, a renewed sense of connection – with themselves and with others – and a growing capacity for self-understanding and kindness.
Contact
I offer in-person sessions in Angel, Islington. Online sessions via Zoom are also available, although I generally prefer to work face-to-face where possible.If you’d like to arrange an initial call or have any questions, please email.
Islington Therapy House
364 City Road
EC1V 2PY