Sometimes it’s not just one issue.
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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.
Who do I work with?
I offer therapy for adults aged 18+ who are experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, addiction, relationship patterns, codependency, identity questions or feeling stuck in themselves.
Where do sessions take place?
I offer in-person therapy in Clapham and Tonbridge, online therapy via Zoom, and outdoor therapy around Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.
What type of therapy do I offer?
I offer depth-oriented therapy that helps you understand the patterns affecting your identity, confidence, relationships and sense of direction - so you can move towards change that feels meaningful, grounded and lasting.
How do I start?
You can book a free 20-minute chat to ask questions and see whether working together feels like a good fit.
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 within 12-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.
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Often, these aren’t separate problems — but patterns shaped by earlier experiences, relationships, and the roles we’ve learned to take on.
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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.
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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, MBACP (Accred) 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.
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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. ​
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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Do you offer therapy in person?
Yes. I offer in-person therapy in Clapham, London and Tonbridge, Kent.
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Do you offer online therapy?
Yes. I offer online therapy via Zoom for adults in the UK.
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Do you offer outdoor therapy?
Yes. I offer outdoor therapy around Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells. Sessions may involve walking, sitting or using accessible outdoor spaces depending on your needs.
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What issues do you work with?
I work with anxiety, low confidence, addiction and compulsive patterns, relationship difficulties, attachment patterns, codependency, people-pleasing, identity questions and feeling stuck or disconnected from yourself.
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What kind of therapy do you offer?
I offer a thoughtful, depth-oriented form of therapy that pays attention to both what you are struggling with now and the deeper patterns underneath. Together, we can explore how past experiences, relationships, emotions and ways of coping may be shaping how you feel today - helping you understand yourself more fully and move towards changes that feel real and lasting.
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How do I know if you are the right therapist for me?
The free 20-minute chat gives us a chance to talk through what's bringing you to therapy and whether working together feels like a good fit.
Online Therapy
Meet me wherever you are,
via Zoom.
In-person therapy
I work from therapy rooms in Clapham (London) & Tonbridge (Kent).
