Psychotherapy & Supervision

In Central London

I am a Russian-speaking psychologist in London offering psychotherapy sessions both online and in person. I work with anxiety, stress, relationships and personal growth.

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Psychotherapy & Supervision

In Central London

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Psychologist in London – Therapy Services

About

Meet the therapist

I am an experienced psychodynamic psychotherapist with over 20 years of clinical practice across the NHS, mental health organisations and private practice. I work with adults, couples and families.

I offer face-to-face psychotherapy from my consulting room in the City of London, providing a confidential and non-judgmental space where your difficulties can be explored openly and thoughtfully. In some cases, online sessions can also be arranged.

Rooted in psychoanalytic theory, my therapeutic approach explores how early experiences and unconscious patterns shape our feelings, relationships, and choices in daily life. By bringing these hidden aspects of ourselves into awareness, we can gain a better understanding of who we are and move towards healthier choices.

Throughout my career, I have worked with people from diverse cultural backgrounds who have experienced a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties.

My clinical interests and areas of expertise focus on childhood trauma, including neglect or physical and sexual abuse; life crises and losses; relationship difficulties; emotional struggles such as depression, anxiety, and mood swings; addictive behaviours; problems with anger; self-harm and suicidal thoughts; medically unexplained symptoms; body image concerns, e.g. eating disorders and body dysmorphia; and issues related to gender identity.

I completed advanced training in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the Tavistock and Portman Clinic in London, where I also gained a master’s degree. I hold further qualifications in Integrative Psychotherapy (diploma with distinction), Systemic Family Psychotherapy, and Group Therapy.

I am a fully accredited member of the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC) and The Tavistock Society of Psychotherapists (TSP).

I work within strict ethical guidelines, have regular supervision, undertake continuous professional development, and have been in personal psychotherapy for many years, attending several times a week as part of my ongoing personal growth.

I work with people who speak English and Russian.

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Services & Fees

What I offer

I work with adults of all ages, offering psychotherapy sessions once or several times a week.

To begin, I usually offer one or a few initial consultations to discuss your concerns and consider the most helpful way forward.

The cost of an initial consultation is £90 for a 50-minute session.

Fees for ongoing therapy are discussed during the consultation and may vary depending on the frequency of sessions.
I have limited vacancies for couple and family psychotherapy. Please contact me to enquire about current availability.

When consulting about a child under 18, I meet with one or both parents, without the child present, to understand the challenges and think together about helpful next steps for the family.

The cost of a couples or family therapy is £130 for a 50-minute session.
I offer individual and group supervision for trainees and professionals who wish to deepen their psychoanalytic understanding of their work with patients.

I aim to provide supervision in a containing and reflective space. My main focus is on the core elements of the psychoanalytic approach, helping to interpret unconscious communication, understand transference and countertransference dynamics, and maintain the therapeutic frame.

Fees vary depending on the type of supervision, starting from £40 for group sessions (minimum of two people) and £80 for individual supervision.

I also run seminars and workshops exploring psychoanalytic theory and practice, with a special interest in psychoanalytic assessment.

I currently facilitate a reading group dedicated to studying papers from the British School of Object Relations.

Please get in touch for more information.

Psychotherapy process

What to expect

Starting therapy can feel like a big step, and it’s normal to be a little anxious or uncertain, especially if it’s your first time.

Once you contact me, I will get back to you shortly with available times for an initial consultation. This first meeting is an opportunity for us to introduce ourselves and discuss what brings you to therapy at this point in your life.

The consultation also gives us both a chance to experience how it feels to work together and helps you get a sense of what therapy might be like. Sometimes more than one initial consultation may be helpful before deciding whether to begin therapy.

During the consultation, I will listen carefully to what feels most important to you and learn more about your background and family history. I will explain how I work and answer any questions you may have.

If we decide to continue, we’ll arrange to meet weekly at the same time and day for 50-minute sessions. Having a regular time creates a predictable and safe space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace.

In some cases, we may decide together to meet more than once a week, as this way of working can be especially helpful in exploring deep-rooted or long-standing difficulties and complex trauma.

If it seems that additional or different kinds of support might be helpful, for example, from another specialist or service, I will discuss this with you and help you think about what might best meet your needs.