Sometimes it’s not just one issue.
You might feel anxious, stuck in self-doubt, repeating patterns in relationships, or struggling with addiction — but underneath it all there’s often something deeper going on.
In therapy, we begin to understand those patterns, where they come from, and how they’ve shaped the way you relate to yourself and others. From there, something can start to shift.
How I can help
I work with people experiencing:
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Anxiety and overwhelm
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Low confidence and self-doubt
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Addiction and compulsive patterns (extensive experience, including within12-step contexts)
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Relationship and attachment difficulties
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Codependency* and people-pleasing
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Identity, meaning and feeling “lost” in yourself
*Codependency refers to becoming overly focused on others’ needs at the expense of your own wellbeing, often linking self-worth to others’ approval.
Often, these aren’t separate problems — but patterns shaped by earlier experiences, relationships, and the roles we’ve learned to take on.
You might recognise yourself in this if:
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You overthink or second-guess yourself
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You feel anxious, low, or unsure how to shift how you’re feeling
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You tend to prioritise others, but feel disconnected from yourself
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You find certain patterns repeating in relationships or feel stuck in difficult dynamics
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You’re struggling with habits or behaviours you’d like to change, including around alcohol or other dependencies
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You notice patterns of codependency, people-pleasing, or difficulty setting boundaries
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You’re navigating questions around identity—whether that’s gender, sexuality, or feeling different in how you think, feel, or experience the world
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You feel “fine” on the surface, but something doesn’t quite feel right underneath
What therapy can offer
Much of the work we do together is about understanding the patterns that have shaped you — and finding more freedom in how you live and relate.
This might include:
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Exploring early experiences and relationships
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Noticing patterns in the present
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Understanding emotional responses and coping strategies
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Developing a stronger, more grounded sense of self
Over time, this can lead to greater clarity, confidence, and a deeper sense of being yourself.
About me
I’m Joel, a BACP-Accredited therapist, offering a warm, relational space to explore whatever you’re going through.
My approach draws from person-centred, psychodynamic and relational therapy — adapted to you as an individual, rather than a one-size-fits-all model.
My style is relaxed, warm and collaborative. I aim to offer a space where you can speak openly, feel heard, and explore what matters to you at a pace that feels safe.
Clients often tell me they feel able to settle quickly, speak openly, and begin to see things from a different perspective. My role isn’t to “fix” you, but to support you in making sense of your experience and finding your own way forward.
What to expect
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, so I aim to keep the process simple and clear.
1. Free 20-minute chat
A chance to talk through what’s bringing you to therapy and see if it feels like a good fit.
2. First session
We explore what’s going on in more depth and what you’d like from therapy.
3. Ongoing sessions
We meet regularly (usually weekly to begin with), creating space to explore things at your pace.
Taking the next step
If you’re considering therapy, you’re welcome to get in touch.
You don’t need to have everything figured out—just a sense that something might need attention.
Online Therapy
Meet me wherever you are,
via Zoom.
In-person therapy
I work from therapy rooms in Clapham (London) & Tonbridge (Kent).
