A Guide To The Chessboard Metaphor For Better Mental Health
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Private Therapy Clinic
London, Hertfordshire & online
Private psychological therapy for you
We are a private Clinical Psychology service providing high quality psychological assessment and talking therapy to adults and young people aged 18 and above.
We have consulting rooms in Harley Street and the City of London, in addition to Ware in Hertfordshire. We also provide online therapy sessions across the UK and internationally via videocall.
You may be struggling with a particular issue that has pulled you off the course of your life, or something may have happened that you or a loved one are finding difficult to understand and cope with. We are here to help and our mission is to provide quick access to expertly trained, committed HCPC registered Clinical Psychologists who use evidence based treatments in order to help get the best possible outcome for you.
We know how difficult it can be to find a therapist that is right for you. Our aim is to make this process as stress free and simple for you as we can. So please feel free to explore more of what we do, or get in touch so we can help you move forward and get back on track.
Liz
Dr Liz White
Founder, Director & Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Our ethos
Quick access
to skilled
Clinical Psychologists
High quality,
effective
therapy
Always working
in your best interests
Why choose us?
Highly qualified, with Doctoral qualifications in Clinical Psychology, Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered.
Flexible appointment times available at:
- Harley Street in London W1
- City of London EC2M
- Ware in Hertfordshire SG12
- Online nationally & internationally
Experts in a range of evidenced-based talking therapies such as:
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
- Compassion Focused Therapy
Registered providers for all major insurers including BUPA, AXA PPP, Aviva, Cigna, WPA & Healix.
NHS trained with decades of experience in the NHS and in private practice, across a range of disciplines, age groups & services
Our Psychologists in London, Hertfordshire & online
Works with adults over 18 years of age
Dr Liz White
14 years qualified and 19 years experience
Works with individuals 18+
Additional special interest in body image issues, self criticism, perfectionism & OCD.
Consultant Clinical Psychologist
Works with indviduals 18+
Dr Romila Ragaven
Clinical Psychologist
3 years qualified and 11 years experience
Additional special interest in anxiety, self esteem and relationship issues
Works with indviduals 18+
Dr Nick White
Consultant Clinical Psychologist
18 years qualified and 25 years experience
Additional special interest in anxiety, depression & workplace issues.
Services we offer
We draw on various different therapeutic approaches in our work with individuals and couples including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), systemic therapy and mindfulness.
Problems we can you help with
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Addiction
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All types of anxiety including panic, worry & phobias
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Anger & anger management
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Body image issues & appearance concerns
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Depression, low mood and suicidal thoughts
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Eating disorders and overeating
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Employment issues, work related stress & burnout
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Grief & loss
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Loneliness
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OCD and obsessional thinking
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Older age challenges & memory difficulties
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Pain & pain management
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Perfectionism & imposter syndrome
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Physical health issues, illness & disability
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Pre and post natal mental health & wellbeing
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Relationship & sexual issues
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Self esteem and confidence issues
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Sleep problems & insomnia
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Stress & burnout
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Trauma and PTSD
Client testimonials
Working with Liz has been life changing...She's given me so many tools that I rely on daily to continue to build self-compassion which has honestly led to a more fulfilling life.
What happens next?
Get in touch via the contact form or give us a call or text
We match you to one of our psychologists who we think will be the best fit for you
We arrange the first appointment for you
You have the first consultation and decide whether you would like further sessions
Clinic locations
Harley Street, London,
W1G 9PF
Finsbury Circus,
London,
EC2M 5SQ