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All of our practitioners registered with WPA are also accredited by the HCPC and BPS, the most important regulatory bodies in psychology in the UK.
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Meet Our Team of WPA Approved Therapists
Dr. Raffaello Antonino
Clinical Director, Counselling Psychologist
Dr Raffaello Antonino, HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist and Senior Lecturer, blends clinical practice with academic insight. Drawing from CBT, Schema Therapy, and Compassion-Focused Therapy, he specialises in mood, anxiety, and relationship issues. Dr Antonino's warm, judgement-free approach creates a safe space for personal growth, empowering clients towards a more fulfilling life. His practice is enriched by contributions to international media on mental health topics.
Dr. Sheetal Dandgey
Clinical Director, Counselling Psychologist
Dr Sheetal Dandgey, HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist and Clinical Director, has worked in mental health since 2008. Integrating CBT, ACT, and Compassion-Focused Therapy, she specialises in anxiety, depression, trauma and addictions. Dr Dandgey's collaborative approach fosters self-acceptance and growth, tailoring therapy to each client's unique needs. Her practice is enriched by experience in both NHS and private settings.
Dr. Amy Smith
Clinical Director, Counselling Psychologist
Dr Amy Smith, a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Director, brings extensive experience working with diverse communities. Her integrative approach draws from CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Schema Therapy. Dr Smith specialises in anxiety, depression, OCD, and eating disorders. With a warm, down-to-earth style, she empowers clients to break free from limiting patterns, fostering personal growth and fulfilment.
Dr. Samantha Harris
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Samantha Harris has over 10 years of experience in NHS adult mental health services. She specialises in CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. Samantha supports clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, and psychosis, offering a warm, non-judgemental space for meaningful change.
Dr. Karin Kihlberg
Counselling Psychologist
Dr. Karin Kihlberg combines CBT, psychodynamic, and integrative therapies, focusing on self-esteem and confidence-building.
Dr. Alana Whitlock
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Alana Whitlock uses CBT, ACT, and mindfulness to create personalised treatment plans. She specialises in mood disorders and anxiety, working collaboratively with clients.
Dr. Yasmeen Jaina
Counselling Psychologist
Dr. Yasmeen Jaina specialises in CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and trauma-focused interventions. She is skilled in treating PTSD and anxiety disorders, offering tailored support.
Dr Gail Freedman
Counselling Psychologist
Dr Gail Freedman, HCPC and BPS psychologist, integrates multiple therapeutic approaches including CBT and EMDR to support healing and growth in with trauma, PTSD and cPTSD. She creates a safe therapeutic space tailored to each client's unique needs. Dr Freedman offers evidence-based online therapy, helping clients navigate anxiety, mood difficulties, and self-esteem challenges.
Dr. Lynelle Roberts
Counselling Psychologist
Dr. Lynelle Roberts integrates CBT, psychodynamic, and humanistic therapies. She offers compassionate care for anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
Dr. Josephine Swede
Counselling Psychologist
Dr Josephine Swede, a HCPC and BPS registered Counselling Psychologist, brings extensive experience working across NHS, private, and voluntary sectors. With particular expertise and interest in trauma, PTSD, and anxiety disorders, she integrates CBT, ACT, and compassion-focused approaches to create collaborative, solution-focused therapy tailored to each client's needs.
Dr Nicholas Sarantakis
Counselling Psychologist
Nicholas, an HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist, brings over 10 years of diverse therapeutic experience integrating CBT, Humanistic, and Psychodynamic approaches. Specialising in trauma, life transitions, and identity crises, his integrative approach creates a supportive space for personal growth and healing.
Joanne Videtzky
Clinical Psychologist
Joanne Videtzky, a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, draws on over 20 years' experience as a therapist and university lecturer. Her integrative approach blends Narrative, CBT and Mindfulness techniques, creating a safe space for clients to explore depression, anxiety and relationship issues. Joanne's compassionate guidance helps individuals reframe their experiences, fostering personal growth and well-being.
Nirmal Uppal
Psychotherapist
Nirmal, a BACP-accredited psychotherapist, brings six years' specialist experience supporting survivors of trauma, domestic abuse, and narcissistic relationships. Integrating psychodynamic therapy and CBT approaches, she offers expertise in psychological, emotional, and sexual abuse recovery. Nirmal creates a compassionate space for both individual and couples therapy online, helping clients develop self-awareness and practical tools for healing.
Carolyn Brady
Counselling Psychologist
Carolyn Brady integrates CBT, psychodynamic, and humanistic therapies. She focuses on anxiety, depression, and trauma, offering compassionate and individualised care.
Kimberley Long
Counsellor
Kimberley Long specialises in CBT and person-centred therapy, focusing on anxiety, stress, and self-esteem. She offers a supportive space for clients to work through their challenges.
Clare Biggar
Counsellor
Clare Biggar uses integrative approaches, including CBT and humanistic therapies. She focuses on anxiety, depression, and relationship issues, providing a compassionate and tailored approach.
Cathy Douglas
Counsellor
Cathy Douglas specialises in CBT and integrative therapies, focusing on anxiety, stress, and self-esteem. She provides a supportive environment for clients to explore their feelings and develop coping strategies.
Dr Natalie Scheiner
Counselling Psychologist
Dr. Natalie Scheiner combines CBT, psychodynamic, and integrative therapies. She focuses on treating trauma, PTSD, and personality disorders, providing a safe and supportive environment.
Jennifer Becker
CBT Therapist
Jenn, a BABCP-accredited CBT Therapist with nearly 20 years' NHS and private practice experience, specialises in supporting clients with long-term health conditions and women's health challenges. Integrating CBT with ACT and compassion-focused approaches, she brings particular expertise in perinatal mental health, menopause, and older adult wellbeing. Jenn creates a nurturing therapeutic space online, helping clients navigate both physical and psychological health challenges towards lasting positive change.
Together with your WPA insurance, we can help you manage your emotions
Did you know that one in four people have some mental or emotional health issue? These issues can affect thoughts, emotions, behaviours and even our body thus disrupting your normal life.
Whatever problems you are experiencing right now we believe these are normal reactions to difficult life circumstances. It might feel that other people don’t get it but we understand and have the skills to help.
Counselling and psychotherapy – or talking therapy – are about building on a positive relationship with your therapist or counsellor, a springboard helping you make sense and manage your struggles. They’re also about learning tools and coping strategies to deal with your difficulties and move on towards the life you want.
No one-size-fits-all. We are all different and thus therapy is a very personal and subjective experience.
We specialise in a range of evidence-based therapy and counselling options, from short/medium term CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) to mindfulness, schema and compassion-focused, and from person-centred to psychodynamic approaches.
We are trained to work with individuals, couples and families and adapt therapy to tailor it around your unique needs and desires.
What we can help with
Our WPA registered practitioners are skilful and expereinced psychologists which can help you with a range of issues, such as low mood and depression, anxiety and relationship issues.
If you come with a specific issue or diagnosis, it’s helpful to know that we can help with:
- Depression,
- Anxiety (Generalised Anxiety Disorder, GAD),
- Panic Disorder,
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD),
- Social Anxiety Disorder,
- Health Anxiety (Hypochondria),
- Specific Phobias (e.g., of Spiders),
- Trauma and PTSD (including with EMDR),
- Eating Disorders,
- Anger Issue,
- Bereavement,
- Work and Career Stress,
- Relationship issues (including Couples Therapy),
- Personality Disorders,
- Assertiveness issues,
- Low Self-Confidence or Self-Esteem
- Addictions
Our therapists
All of our therapists are qualified psychologists, psychotherapists or counsellors.
All of our practitioners registered with WPA are also accredited by the HCPC and BPS, the most important regulatory bodies in psychology in the UK. WPA registered psychologists undergo a very strict vetting process which means only the most qualified mental health professionals in the UK will be added to their register.
Testimonials
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The Therapist l had was absolutely brilliant with me. He had patience with me and bit by bit l gained a little of confidence to try and get out and go on the buses.
He deserves an award and if l could l would in the beginning l thought how is this person going to get me back on public transport but he did he gave me the confidence l lost and now have back.
I will never forget him and what he has done for me. I wish him nothing but the best in his life.
(Patricia)
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My therapist was excellent. I highly recommend her and I am truly thankful for my sessions, I left feeling confident and positive.
The mental tools, systems and approaches I have been able to develop with her and use in my life have been hugely beneficial.
Thank you to all at Therapy Central.
(John)
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The Therapist really gave me the space to talk and express my my feelings and fears in a very comforting environment.
She was there not only to listen, but challenge my thinking, guide me during the uncertainty I was experiencing and give me useful and practical tips to improve my mental health and wellbeing. Highly recommended!
(George)
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Working with the therapist has been a life changing experience. Each session has been invaluable, helping me gain a good understanding of CBT methodology enabling me to incorporate ways to combat stress and anxiety in my daily life.
The Therapist shows that she really cares and has the ability to make you feel calm whilst discussing any personal issue.
(Richard)
How it Works
If you are an WPA member with a policy covering mental health services, whether via your employer or organized by you, you can obtain an initial block of sessions with one of our psychologists in a matter of hours and see a clinician without having to pay any fees out of your own pocket.
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Contact us to let us know you’d like to commence therapy and tell us you want to use your insurance to cover for your sessions.
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Within 24 hours, you’ll get a FREE phone consultation with one of our clinical associates to evaluate your needs and suggest a therapist with the best expertise to deal with your unique issues. Then, a weekly slot will be reserved for you to see the WPA registered therapist we identified, that most suits your needs.
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Contact your insurer to tell them that you’d like to use your policy to see one of our WPA registered psychologists for therapy.
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Once approved by your insurer, you will be granted a set amount of initial sessions (usually between 8-12) and a unique authorisation code. Let us know of this so we can pass the information to your clinician.
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Meet with your therapist and start the journey to change your life for the better!
Faq
How many sessions can be covered by WPA?
Usually you will get an initial block of 8-12 weekly sessions. Before these have been fully used, you’ll evaluate with your psychologist whether more sessions would be needed. If that’s the case, you’ll have a chance to ask for an additional block of sessions from your insurer via the phone. In some instances WPA will require a brief therapy report from your psychologist: any of the therapists you will work with will be happy to provide this quickly. This means you will be able to continue with therapy with no interruptions, while your cover is still active.
Does Health Insurance Cover Therapy?
Most private healthcare insurance companies offer coverage for therapy health services. They may just want to conduct an initial screening/assessment and then authorize a certain number of sessions with the potential to extend on a case by case basis.
It is advisable that you contact your insurance provider and inform them that you wish to pursue therapy with us and request for this to be covered by them.
This is usually a very easy and fast process.
How long the Therapy/counselling sessions last?
Therapy/counselling sessions last 50 minutes and are held at regular weekly time slots. On occasions we are able to allow some flexibility. This can be discussed with your therapist.
How many sessions will be needed to get better?
This depends on your unique issues. However, an initial 6-12 sessions are deemed enough in our experience to start seeing some positive change. More sessions are usually needed for issues which are more enduring and long-standing. These later sessions are usually aimed at working with the root-causes of your issues and simultaneously at preventing future ‘relapses’. In the greatest majority of cases, the sessions granted by your insurer, including any additional ones, will be enough to help you stir your life in the right direction.
Our Practice in Central London
Therapy can take place online, from the comfort of your home, or, once it is safe to do so again, in person at our practice in London. Our comfortable and confidential therapy rooms are conveniently located 3 min walk from Oxford Circus station, in Central London (see map below). Change starts with Talking!
