Individual psychotherapy

There's no doubt that going to therapy has become more 'normal' in recent years. 

Countless people – me included – have found it helpful to share struggles in a confidential, safe environment. Opening up in this way can be transformative. Nonetheless, choosing to begin therapy is still a big decision, especially when we may be feeling particularly vulnerable.

Perhaps you are grieving the loss of a loved one, or struggle to sustain meaningful relationships. Maybe you or someone close to you is self-harming, feeling suicidal, or struggling to get out of bed in the mornings. You may be affected by one or several of the following:

  • depression

  • stress, anxiety or panic attacks

  • addictions

  • disordered eating or body shame

  • bereavement

  • late-diagnosed neurodivergence

  • physical disabilities and chronic pain

  • trauma

  • childhood neglect

  • bullying

  • anger

  • miscarriage

  • post-natal depression

  • infertility

  • sexual dysfunction

  • childlessness

  • perimenopause / menopause

  • gender

  • sexuality

  • loneliness

  • cultural issues

  • career and workplace difficulties

  • relationship struggles

I am a fully-qualified and registered Integrative Psychotherapist – you can read more about me here. I work with adults over 18 – there is no upper age limit. If you would like to arrange an initial consultation, or if you have any questions, please contact me using the secure online form at the bottom of this page.

  • Integrative therapists are trained in a range of diverse therapeutic approaches, including:

    • psychodynamic (based on the work of Freud, Klein & Jung)

    • humanistic and person-centred therapy (Rogers)

    • existential models (van Deurzen, Yalom)

    • early development & attachment theory (Bowlby, Winnicott)

    • neuroscientific approaches (Porges, van der Kolk)

    • contemporary relational perspectives (Mitchell, Benjamin)

    In plain English, this means my training has given me breadth and flexibility so that I can tailor my approach to each individual client or relationship pair, and help support a wide range of different people with all their varied stories.

  • Whether there’s a meaningful difference between counselling and psychotherapy depends on who you ask. The most common distinction says that counselling is usually shorter term work (mostly focusing on behavioural patterns in the here-and-now) whereas psychotherapy is more in-depth and longer term, exploring historical patterns and formative relationships to understand ourselves better.

    Definitions aside: I see clients at least once a week, in a quiet, confidential and non-judgmental space. Some clients find that more frequent sessions are helpful; we can discuss this when we meet. I usually work face-to-face, although online sessions are an option if you’re unable to make it in person e.g. if you’re travelling or unwell.

Fees for individual therapy

In Honor Oak Park or online: £85 for 50 minutes

Testimonials…

  • C

    “I didn’t know what to expect from therapy; looking back, it was both exactly what I needed and a journey through completely uncharted waters.

    Navigating that with Jane was only possible due the safe and comforting environment she has created in her therapy room, and the respect and care she had for me as a client.

    She carefully introduced complex ideas and identified consistent themes through our many years together and with guidance, I was eventually able to create space to work on myself, by myself.

    Many months later I am still building on the foundations she helped me lay down, and I would recommend her to anyone who has questions, big or small, about themselves.”

  • R

    “Finding Jane was one of the best things that could’ve happened to me. She's professional, kind, patient and compassionate, creating an environment where I felt completely comfortable to open up, which doesn't come naturally to me.

    Our four years working together completely changed my life. With her support I was able to navigate some really difficult times. I came out the other side a much stronger, more resilient and happier person, with a much better understanding of myself.”

  • J

    “I worked with Jane for three years during one of the most challenging periods of my life - juggling the demands of full-time work and being a mum to two small children - all the while dealing with some deep-rooted childhood trauma that was surfacing. I was barely holding it all together. At the time, I was struggling on so many levels. Through her warm, calm, clear, curious presence, Jane helped me reconnect with myself in ways I didn’t think were possible.

    She created a space where I felt safe to be vulnerable, to explore my patterns, and to start healing. Her gentle yet illuminating guidance helped me to get back to some level of stability that lay the foundation for being able to eventually thrive. 

    Now, at 44, I’m a successful solo entrepreneur and a mum to two happy children, aged 9 and 6. Life isn’t perfect - I still have hard days - but I’m proud of who I am and I work to repair (with myself as much as others) where my old patterns get the better of me.

    Jane, thank you for being such a powerful part of this journey. I’ll always be grateful.”

  • I

    “At a time when I was feeling very lost, Jane struck the perfect balance between listening and guiding our conversations.

    She is kind, thoughtful and considered, and with her careful memory, she helped build a picture week by week of issues at play - no matter how small or big - in order to break open old patterns I was stuck in, making space for something new.’

Contact me

If you are interested in therapy with me, please fill in the secure form and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. It’s really helpful for me if you can write a couple of sentences about you (and your partner, if you are seeking couples therapy) and why you are seeking therapy.