Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Counselling & Psychotherapy in London
Established in 2007, City Psychotherapy Service is a group practice led by experienced psychotherapists and counsellors. We specialise in individual and couples therapy, with additional expertise in psychosexual counselling and online sessions. Our Shoreditch location offers easy access from Old Street, Liverpool Street, and Moorgate stations, supported by flexible appointment options. Our team holds advanced qualifications from institutions including Birkbeck, the British Psychotherapy Foundation, and the University of Oxford. We integrate psychodynamic, existential, and neuropsychoanalytic approaches to address complex issues such as trauma, depression, and relationship difficulties.Accredited by leading professional bodies like BACP and the British Psychoanalytic Council, we prioritise client-centred care. Our therapists bring diverse backgrounds in healthcare, education, and creative industries to tailor interventions effectively. We offer both short-term focused therapy and long-term psychodynamic treatment, adapting to individual client needs. With 24-hour access to therapy spaces and Saturday/Sunday hire options, we support practitioners across London. Our commitment to professional excellence ensures clients receive evidence-based, ethically grounded therapeutic support.
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Couples Counselling
Psychosexual Therapy
Online Counselling
Room Hire
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer therapy from BACP-accredited professionals with 15+ years' experience
- Our integrative approach combines psychodynamic, existential and neuropsychoanalytic techniques
- Therapists hold advanced qualifications from Birkbeck and the British Psychotherapy Foundation
- Flexible appointment times available 8am-8pm Monday-Friday
- Specialist experience supporting creative professionals and trauma survivors
Associations and certifications
- BACP
- British Psychoanalytic Council
Services
Individual Psychotherapy
Our individual psychotherapy addresses depression, anxiety and trauma through evidence-based approaches. Sessions help clients understand emotional patterns and develop coping strategies. Therapists integrate psychodynamic and neuropsychoanalytic techniques to support lasting personal growth.
Couples Counselling
Specialist relationship therapy helps couples navigate communication issues and emotional conflicts. We address intimacy challenges and partnership dynamics using psychodynamic frameworks. Sessions focus on improving mutual understanding and resolving recurring relationship patterns.
Psychosexual Therapy
Targeted interventions address sexual dysfunction and intimacy concerns. Therapists combine psychological and somatic approaches to treat sexual anxiety and relationship barriers. Treatment plans consider cultural, medical and emotional factors affecting sexual wellbeing.
Online Counselling
Secure video consultations provide accessible mental health support. This service maintains therapeutic continuity for clients unable to attend in-person sessions. Online platforms ensure confidentiality while offering flexibility for busy professionals.
Room Hire
Professional therapy rooms available for practitioners across London. Spaces offer 24-hour access with weekday evening availability. Located near major transport hubs, facilities support private practice requirements with competitive rental rates.
People
Janina Joffe
Psychodynamic Counsellor
BACP-registered psychotherapist with MSc in Psychodynamic Counselling from Birkbeck. Specialises in creative professionals' mental health. Combines NHS and private practice experience with academic background from Oxford and British Psychotherapy Foundation.
Michael Toller
Psychotherapist
Experienced integrative therapist holding MSc from Birkbeck. Combines psychodynamic, existential and neuropsychoanalytic approaches. Clinical Fellow of The Neuropsychoanalysis Association with expertise in cultural identity and trauma treatment.
Sarah Westlake
Couples Therapist
Specialist in trauma and relationship breakdown with advanced diploma from WPF. Combines psychodynamic practice with somatic awareness from massage therapy background. Experienced in dementia care and long-term unemployment support projects.
Questions
What therapy approaches do you use?
We primarily use psychodynamic therapy combined with existential and neuropsychoanalytic approaches. Our therapists integrate evidence-based techniques tailored to individual client needs and presenting issues.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Yes, we provide secure video consultations for clients who prefer remote therapy. Online sessions maintain the same professional standards and confidentiality as our in-person appointments.
What areas do you cover?
Based in Shoreditch, we serve clients across Central London including Old Street, Liverpool Street, Moorgate and The City. Our location offers excellent transport links for easy access.
How can I book an appointment?
Contact us via phone at 07961 795330 or through our website contact form to arrange an introductory session. We'll match you with the most suitable therapist based on your requirements.
Are your therapists accredited?
All our practitioners hold professional accreditation with bodies including BACP and the British Psychoanalytic Council. We maintain strict ethical standards and continuing professional development.
What session lengths are available?
We offer flexible treatment durations: short-term (6-12 sessions), medium-term (3-12 months) and long-term open-ended therapy. Session frequency and length are determined collaboratively with each client.
