Mandi Simons Counselling & Psychotherapy Practice
Therapy in Hampstead and online
Welcome to Mandi Simons Counselling and Psychotherapy
Mandi and her team of experienced practitioners provide counselling & psychotherapy for adults, couples, children & families tailored to your needs, We are based in Hampstead (close to Belsize Park) North West London and also online.
We know that finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming.
At Mandi Simons Counselling & Psychotherapy, we aim to make your journey easier and less daunting, helping you to find the right therapist to meet your needs.
We are based in Hampstead (in close proximity to Belsize Park) in North West London. Our goal is to support you through your therapy journey and to help you make positive changes in your life.
Unlike many therapy platforms we offer a very personal approach overseen by Mandi. Our team includes CBT, psychodynamic and integrative therapists as well as life coaches and hypnotherapists.
We specialise in many different areas, such as depression, anxiety, bereavement, addiction, neurodiversity as well as relationship and family issues, allowing us to provide tailored individual help for a wide range of issues for adults, individual & couples, children & families.
Although we are all experts in several different fields, we all share the same approach of working with clients in an empathic, individual way, always focusing on your unique situation and your personal goals for therapy. We will provide you with a safe, confidential space to speak openly about how you are feeling and Mandi & Sebastian will ensure you are matched with the most appropriate therapist to meet your needs with the best approach to suit you. This could be short-term CBT or person centred or long-term psychodynamic often incorporating mindfulness techniques.
If you’re interested in counselling or psychotherapy for yourself, as part of a couple, or for your family or child (ages 4 and up), please get in touch to book a free consultation. We offer sessions in person at one of our 3 comfortable, private consulting rooms in Hampstead, North West London (just a short walk from Hampstead and Belsize Park tube stations) or online, depending on what suits you best. We are here to offer flexible therapeutic support that fits your life and your current needs.
To guarantee you receive a counselling approach and specialist that is right for you, we offer a 30-minute Zoom consultation with a lead therapist, free of charge.
If you are seeking therapy for the first time, or looking to return to therapy with a new therapist, please contact the team by Whatsapp or text on 07938 612004, email us or use our secure online contact form.
“I feel I have grown as a person since starting to come and see you and have developed the coping skills and insight to manage life so much better. The problems are still there (that’s life), but the way I deal with them is so different that life finally feels less of a battle, and more of a joy!”
Counselling and Psychotherapy
There are many reasons why you might be considering counselling and psychotherapy. Perhaps you are going through something specific, such as family issues, bereavements, depression, or addiction. You might be experiencing low mood/self-esteem, or feel like something in your life is wrong but can’t identify what it is. In moments like these, it is important to talk to someone in a safe, friendly, non-judgemental, strictly confidential space in order to process these emotions
How Can Counselling and Psychotherapy Help?
For many people, having a safe space to talk through their issues can be extremely helpful. Being able to speak freely, without fear of judgement, reduces the role difficult emotions play in your daily thinking. We help you manage the present moment in a healthier way through a two-pronged approach: 1, providing CBT-based solutions to address current negative or difficult thought patterns and emotions, and 2, taking a deeper psychodynamic look at where these feelings originate from, to ensure they don’t continue to manifest in the future.
A Variety of Approaches
Counselling & psychotherapy are most effective when you apply insights gained during sessions to the rest of your week. Your therapist may set weekly homework (provided you are comfortable with this) such as writing down important pointers that allow you to further explore certain areas of your life. Take a look at our How We Work page to learn more about the different therapeutic styles provided by our team of professionals.
Online Sessions
Many of our clients have discovered that online counselling and psychotherapy offer significant benefits, particularly having the convenience of receiving professional support from the comfort and privacy of their own home. Whether you're managing a busy schedule, juggling work and childcare, or simply prefer the familiarity of your own space, video or online sessions provide a flexible and accessible alternative to traditional in-person appointments. This flexibility allows you to prioritise your mental health without the added stress of commuting or time constraints. We’re committed to continuing to offer counselling via Zoom or other platforms as an option alongside face-to-face sessions. We understand that life’s demands can change quickly, whether you're busy with work, family commitments, or even travelling. Online sessions are especially beneficial for clients who travel frequently or live abroad, ensuring that they never have to miss a session or interrupt the continuity of their therapy. With the freedom to move between online and in-person sessions as needed, you can adapt your therapy to fit comfortably into your life, wherever you are. Our goal is to provide consistent, effective, and accessible support that works for your unique needs—whether you're at home, on the move, or attending in person.
Parenting Courses
Parenting Courses: Support for Parents of Young children and teenagers.
We offer two separate 4-session parenting courses, with each session lasting 90 minutes:
Group 1: For parents of children age 5-11
Group 2: For parents of teenagers (and pre-teens) aged 12-18
These groups, facilitated by Mandi provide a supportive environment where parents can share experiences, gain insights into the emotional and developmental stages of their child’s life, and receive practical guidance on
navigating the challenges of parenting.
When: January/February 2025 (tbc)
Where: Hampstead or Highgate
Who: Parents seeking support in managing the
challenges of raising children
Each week, we will focus on key themes relevant to parenting, including:
Social Media: Helping your teenager navigate the digital world safely
Anxiety and Mental Health including Neurodiversity: Understanding and supporting your child through emotional challenges
Boundaries: Setting and maintaining healthy limits with your child
Communication: Enhancing dialogue and connection with your child
Working with Children
Our team is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for children to
express their thoughts and feelings. We recognise that children, including those who are neurodiverse, may face unique challenges when it comes to articulating their emotions. Our therapists are skilled in using age-appropriate and tailored techniques, such as play therapy and creative activities, to help children explore their emotions in a way that feels comfortable to them. Whether addressing anxiety, low self-esteem, school-related difficulties, or supporting neurodiverse children with conditions like ADHD or autism, we work closely with both the child and their family to fully understand their needs.
We offer a 30-minute free consultation to help you find out more about how we work and determine the best approach for your child. For children under 11, we recommend an initial parent session to better understand the family context and ensure we are providing the most effective support for the child.
Mindfulness Sessions
We offer Mindfulness and Wellbeing sessions for businesses and private groups either in person or online. Groups can be as small as four or as large as 40 people (online), depending on your needs. Parenting groups are also proving to be in high demand; these sessions are offered to support parents – either privately or in the workplace – who find themselves struggling with challenges they or their children are facing.
Counselling in the Workplace
As an employer, it is important to provide your workforce with the right support as they return to the office or continue to work from home. That is why we offer a form of confidential workplace counselling that is personalised to the specific needs of each individual employee, acting as a more specialised alternative to larger and more conventional EAP (Employee Assisted Programme) providers.
Visit our Workplace Counselling page to see a full outline of how we can deliver tailored counselling to your employees.
“Having never considered counselling of any kind previously I am now a big advocate, and Mandi has all the tools and experience to give anyone visiting her the confidence that they will be in good hands.”
Initial 30-Minute Consultation
To guarantee you receive a therapy approach that is right for you, we offer a 30-minute introductory consultation which is free of charge online via Zoom or by phone. These consultations are either with Mandi or Sebastian; based on our initial consultation we will then match you with a member of our team who is best placed to meet your needs.
Our Team
We offer a wide selection of different specialists, from CBT practitioners to person-centered counsellors, allowing us to select a counsellor whose area of expertise matches your needs, with sessions available on evenings, early mornings, and weekends. Clients can often be seen the next day and usually within a week. We are trained to work with all ages, including children from age 5 upwards.
Please visit the Our Team page to read the profiles of each member of our experienced team of counsellors.
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