Best Psychologists in Kensington, London, UK

Dr. Madeleine Vieira is a Clinical Child Psychologist based in South Kensington, London. She works in private practice offering Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Behavioural Play Therapy, Play and Creative Arts Therapy, and Diagnostic Assessments to children.
In addition, Dr. Madeleine Vieira offers Clinical Supervision to Play and Creative Arts Therapy trainees and professionals. 

Dr. Madeleine Vieira has studied at the C.G. Jung Institute in Los Angeles, has a Master of Arts degree from the University of Exeter, and a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from University California Los Angeles graduated in the top 2%.
In addition to being a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), she is a qualified Test/Assessment User registered on the Register of Qualifications in Test Use (RQTU) of the British Psychological Society (BPS) .
Dr. Madeleine Vieira is also an Accredited Play and Creative Arts Therapist and Certified Clinical Supervisor in Play and Creative Arts Therapy registered with Play Therapy United Kingdom (PTUK) accredited by the Professional Standards Authority (PSA).
In addition, Dr. Madeleine Vieira is Cool Kids accredited which involves treating childhood anxiety through a specifically designed Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) program.

Dr Slaughter is aa registered Clinical Psychologist, chartered with the British Psychological Society based in London. Having qualified in 200, Mr Salughter has 19 years post-qualification experience and his approach is founded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to which he adds technique from psychodynamic, humanistic and gestalt schools of thought. 

Highly experience in clinical psychology, Dr Slaughter offers coaching, counselling and therapy using integrative methods around a core CBT approach - covering unwanted behaviours, emotional difficulties and relationships problems both at work and at home. His expertise includes drug/alcohol dependency; Bipolar disorder; stress-related disorders, anxiety, eating disorders, bereavement, depression, PTDSF and OCD. 

Dr Slaughter works with clients by phone and via skype. 

Vanessa is a fully qualified and registered Psychotherapist experienced at dealing with a range of issues affecting individuals, couples and families. She has completed an undergraduate psychology degree, as well as a Post graduate diploma in psychotherapeutic counselling with a specific interest in transactional analysis.

Vanessa has two decades of experience providing counselling and other therapies, working in NHS practices, ChildLine and now the private sector. Throughout her career, she has worked with a wide variety of patients and groups with different mental health issues, addictions and problems in life. Vanessa is passionate about treating all people with a personalised approach, her training in Relational Transactional Analysis focuses on personal development, treatment of oneself and how we relate and communicate with others.

Vanessa offers private sessions that are non-judgemental, supportive and confidential allowing you to explore your feelings and gain a better understanding of the situation that is causing you unhappiness. She has practices at Harley Street and Baker Street in London.

Dominic is Chartered Clinical Psychologist and scholar who has over 10 years of experience working in psychology across the NHS, private practice, academia and the international non-profit sector. Having grown up across three continents, Dominic brings a global perspective to his clinical work.

In his clinical practice, Dominic has particular expertise providing therapy to clients struggling with anxiety, panic, perfectionism, low self-esteem, low mood, relationship and connection issues, LGBTQ+ issues, race, multicultural and identity issues, as well as those recovering from traumatic life events and loss. Dominic has worked at multiple specialist NHS and private outpatient clinics, including the Maudsley Hospital, Traumatic Stress Service and Psych Health.

Dominic has held research and teaching positions at UCL and King's College London, and is Co-Founder and a Director of TraumaPsychology, a bespoke education and training consultancy. In his academic work, Dominic has authored several scientific journal articles and book chapters which explore the impact of early life experiences on well-being in adulthood.

Ms Monika Gos is a Clinical and Counselling Psychologist with a clinical specialty in mental health problems, trauma and addiction. Having developed a range of experience, she works individually with patients, consults staff and teams, provides supervision and specialist training for clinicians.

She qualified in Clinical Psychology in Poland before further studying Relational Psychoanalysis, Body Oriented Therapy and Focusing-Oriented Psychotherapy in New York, USA. She has a specialist interest in cutting edge brain/body therapies, such as Brainspotting and EMDR, as well as relational and experiential therapies. As a Brainspotting Trainer and
supervisor, Monika established the private practice in London, where she provides consultation and psychotherapy for clients suffering from attachment issues and trauma. Brainspotting brings together many aspects to promote neuroplasticity and heal trauma.

Ms Gos is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), she is a member of both the
British Psychological Society and the Polish Psychologists Association (PPA). Apart from her clinical work she enjoys supervising psychology students in London Metropolitan University and City University of London. Prior to becoming a Clinical Psychologist, she was a professional violinist and now she especially enjoys working with artists, music performers and athletes to further enhance their performance.

Dr Richard Doherty is a highly specialist Clinical Psychologist, experienced in delivering CBT, ACT and Mindfulness therapy for a range of physical and psychological difficulties. In his NHS role he works at UCLH, and privately he is the clinical director for 'Dr Richard Doherty & Associates', 'The Sleep Therapist' and 'A Quiet Space: anxiety and stress clinic'.

Dr Doherty Completed his Honours Degree (first class) in Psychology from the University of London. He then went on to obtain a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, and a further Diploma in CBT Therapy, awarded with Distinction. He works with a wide range of issues, including treating all types of sleep conditions, anxiety, work-related stress, depression, and physical health conditions including chronic pain and migraine. Prior to founding 'The Sleep Therapist' in 2017, he was the lead psychologist for the complex sleep service at Guy's Hospital.

As well as his NHS and private work, he currently teaches on the Oxford University Clinical Doctorate course on 'CBT and advanced interventions', and the Royal Holloway CBT course.

I am a Consultant Clinical Psychologist & accredited by the British Association of Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapy (BABCP) as  a cognitive  behavioural psychotherapist,  an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer at Imperial College and a visiting Clinical Tutor at Royal Holloway, University of London. 

I first studied applied psychology at University College Cork, Ireland and subsequently qualified as a clinical psychologist at the University of Edinburgh.  This training , emphasising  the scientific pillars of psychology,  but committed to applying research and innovation , continues to inspire me to help people to initiate and sustain positive changes.  

In addition to 25 years service as a consultant psychologist in the NHS, I am the founder and managing director of Consulting Psychologists Ltd.

Since 2019 I have served as Chair of the Faculty of Addiction, a sub-section of the British Psychological Society. 

Dr Towgood is a registered clinical psychologist and is listed on the specialist register of clinical neuropsychologists. She has worked in neuropsychology for over 15 years and continues to work within the NHS in a part-time capacity. 

She has specialist experience in neurological assessment and treatment of patients with stroke, dementia, Parkinson's disease and other neurological conditions. She is also experienced in working with those with sleep difficulties. 

Dr Griffiths is a Clinical Neuropsychologist who specialises in diagnostic assessment, cognitive rehabilitation and cognitive behavioural therapy for people with neurological illness or injury.

Dr Griffiths is a specialist neuropsychologist who has gained expertise in working with people with epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, stroke, brain tumour and dementia. She also regularly speaks at international conferences. 

Mr Dalvi is a Consultant Psychiatrist with experience in developing Memory and Liaison Services.