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Dr Lucia Giombini

Clinical Psychologist, PhD

Psychologist

16 years of experience

United Kingdom

35 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Christos Kouimtsidis, Dr Vasilis S. Vasiliou and 2 other professionals

4.92

/5

(24 reviews)

16 years of experience

United Kingdom

35 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Christos Kouimtsidis, Dr Vasilis S. Vasiliou and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Anxiety Disorder
10
2
Eating Disorders
9
2
Child & Adolescent Mental Health
6

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About Dr Lucia Giombini

I am a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with adults and young people across the UK and Italy. I have particular expertise in eating disorders and eating difficulties, and I also work with anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, personal development and psychological wellbeing.

My practice includes people experiencing anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating, restrictive eating, cycles of control and loss of control around food, and other difficulties in their relationship with eating and their body. However, psychological support does not need to begin with a diagnosis or a severe mental health difficulty. I also work with people who may be functioning well in many areas of their lives but would like to understand themselves better or make meaningful changes.

Depending on your needs, our work may involve psychological therapy, focused psychological consultations or psychologically informed coaching. You may be looking for support to manage anxiety, improve relationships, navigate a period of change, make sustainable lifestyle changes, improve your quality of life, or find ways to make fuller use of your abilities and talents.

My approach is highly individualised. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, I aim to understand how current difficulties or patterns have developed within the context of your personal history, relationships and current life. This allows us to explore not only what you would like to change, but also what may be maintaining existing patterns and what could support your development and wellbeing.

When working with eating difficulties, I consider food as more than nutritional. Eating is also social, cultural and relational. Difficulties with food can become connected with experiences of control, autonomy, belonging, relationships, vulnerability and identity. Therapy can help us understand what these patterns have come to represent in your life, while also addressing the difficulties that are affecting you in the present.

I do not work within a single therapeutic model. My approach draws on psychological theory, research and extensive clinical experience and is adapted to each individual. I see the therapeutic relationship as central to the work and place importance on developing a shared understanding of your experiences, circumstances and goals.

The work begins with a two-session assessment. This gives us time to understand your current difficulties, relevant personal history and what you would like from therapy, and to agree together on the direction of the work.

I trained and began my clinical career in Italy before moving to London in 2013. I completed a PhD in Psychological Medicine at the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at King’s College London. My doctoral research focused on psychological interventions for young people with anorexia nervosa, particularly cognitive and emotional processes.

Alongside my private clinical practice, I am a Lecturer in Clinical Psychology at Royal Holloway, University of London, where I contribute to the training and research supervision of future Clinical Psychologists. I previously worked as Lead Clinical Psychologist within a specialist inpatient eating disorder service for young people and have published peer-reviewed research on the assessment and psychological treatment of eating disorders. You can find a full list of my publications and research activity on my Royal Holloway research profile: https://pure.royalholloway.ac.uk/en/persons/lucia-giombini/publications/

I am a Chartered Psychologist and Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society and am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

I offer online psychological therapy, focused psychological consultations and psychologically informed coaching to adults and young people in English and Italian. I maintain a limited number of clinical sessions each week to preserve the continuity, depth and quality of my work.


Subspecialties

  • Clinical Psychology

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(54)
Skill Endorsements
(12)

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Anxiety Disorder
10
2
Eating Disorders
9
2
Child & Adolescent Mental Health
6
Low Self-Esteem
5
2
Person-Centred Therapy
4
1
Low Mood
3
1
Depression
3
Stress
3
Relationship Issues
2
Psychological Therapies
1
1
Video Consultation
1
Social Anxiety
1
Counselling
1
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
1
Life Coaching
1
Shame & Self-Worth
1
Talk Therapy
1
Lifestyle Change
1
Binge Eating Disorder
2
Health Anxiety
1
Parent-Infant Relationship Difficulties
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Integrative Psychotherapy
Work Stress

Registered with

Health Care and Professional Council

No. PYL29788


Education

King's College London, University of London

Psychological Medicine

Graduated 2022

University of Bologna

Psychology

Graduated 2001

Psychology

Graduated 2006

Clinical Psychology

Graduated 2010

Health and Social services management

Graduated 2012


Publications

+6

Read publications and papers written by this specialist.

21 / 08 / 2023

What Does Eating Disorder Recovery Look Like?

Published in Jessica Kingsley Publishers

05 / 08 / 2021

Emotion Regulation for Young People with Eating Disorders: A Guide for Professionals

Published in Routledge

26 / 06 / 2025

Beyond the project of anorexia nervosa: Integrating White's externalizing conversations and Sartre's existential approach to empower a new sense of agency

Published in Human Systems

08 / 08 / 2023

A return to Sartre. An existential approach to the therapeutic relationship with young people with anorexia nervosa: clinical examples from an inpatient eating disorder service

Published in European Journal of Psychotherapy and Counselling


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Italian

Insurers

  • Aviva Health
  • Bupa
  • Healix Health Services

Fees

  • New appointment

    £160
  • Follow-up appointment

    £160
*May vary on location

Locations

Video consultation

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Anxiety Disorder
10
2
Eating Disorders
9
2
Child & Adolescent Mental Health
6

Contact

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Reviews

5
verified patient
21 Sep 2026

She has been very professional and genuinely helpful. She supported me through moments when I couldn't see things clearly, and she has also helped my son. What stood out most was her ability to offer a different perspective and help me give situations a different weight, which made things feel more manageable. She listens carefully and never made me feel rushed or judged. If you're looking for someone who can help you step back and see things differently, whether for yourself or for a child, I would recommend her.

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Reply from Lucia Giombini
21 Sep 2026
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Thank you so much for taking the time to share this thoughtful feedback. I am so glad that our work together helped bring a fresh perspective and made things feel more manageable for both you and your son. It was a true privilege to support your family.

5
verified patient
20 Sep 2026

Very helpful, honest provider. Dr Giombini helped me significantly with my issues.

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Reply from Lucia Giombini
20 Sep 2026
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Thank you for your kind review. I’m so glad I could help!

5
verified patient
19 Sep 2026

I worked with Lucia for a few years with sessions both in person and remotely. Both these settings worked very well. Lucia is professional, punctual, listens and she is open to adjust to the needs and situation of the patient. She creates a comfortable and safe enviroment, and stimulates the patient to find their answer, which works very well, i think. Reccomended.

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Reply from Lucia Giombini
19 Sep 2026
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Thank you so much for your kind review. I am really glad that both our in-person and remote sessions worked so well for you. I’m pleased that our sessions gave you the safe space to find your own answers and path forward. Thank you for your trust and recommendation!

5
verified patient
19 Sep 2026

Coming into my 40s, I knew I needed a career change, but the anxiety around taking such a leap was completely paralyzing. Lucia helped me break everything down into manageable pieces. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the big picture, we focused on building my confidence and tackling the anxiety step-by-step. I’ve now successfully made the transition into a new field, and I feel so much more grounded. Working with her was worth every moment.

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Reply from Lucia Giombini
19 Sep 2026
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I’m so pleased that breaking things down helped clear the way for you and that you're now feeling grounded and settled in your new field. I wish you all the very best in this exciting next chapter!

5
verified patient
18 Sep 2026

Dr Giombini is highly skilled and knowledgeable, from my first appointment she instantly put me at ease, enabling me to feel comfortable to discuss concerns. Sessions with her feel like a conversation rather than a doctor/patient interaction. She is professional, creates a safe space and listens carefully and thoughtfully, I believe she uses her sensitivity, experience and intuition to know when and how best to explore what's being discussed further. I have always felt heard and thoroughly supported in sessions with her and this has helped me to gain insight and perspective and crucially it has brought about quiet but lasting change. I thoroughly recommend Dr Giombini, so much so that I persuaded my children to see her, something I would never have done unless I was completely trusting and comfortable with her abilities, care and professionalism.

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Reply from Lucia Giombini
18 Sep 2026
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Thank you for taking the time to write such a thoughtful review. I am so pleased to hear that you have felt comfortable and supported in our sessions, and that our work together has brought about meaningful, lasting change. I am truly grateful for your trust.

4.33
verified patient
18 Sep 2026

Lucia helped my daughter during her difficult teenager years and was able to gain her trust thanks to a friendly, yet professional approach. My daughter enjoyed her sessions with Lucia and found them useful

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Reply from Lucia Giombini
18 Sep 2026
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Thank you so much for your feedback. Building trust with teenagers can take time, so I'm really glad your daughter felt comfortable in our sessions and found them useful. It was a pleasure working with your family!

5
verified patient
17 Sep 2026

I had struggled with bulimia for a long time and wasn't sure if things would ever really change for me. Working with Lucia was a real turning point. Rather than just focusing on my eating habits, she helped me make sense of my wider story and how different parts of my personality were playing into the cycle. She created a calm, non-judgemental space where I felt comfortable opening up. The process took time, but gaining that deeper self-understanding made a genuine difference. I feel much more in control now and in a far better place day-to-day.

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Reply from Lucia Giombini
17 Sep 2026
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Thank you for sharing your experience. Eating struggles can feel so heavy to carry for so long, so I'm really glad our work together helped bring some clarity and relief. It was a true privilege to support you through that process, and I'm so pleased to hear you're feeling much more in control day-to-day.

5
verified patient
17 Sep 2026

I came to Lucia in my mid-twenties feeling completely stuck and overwhelmed about what to do with my life and career. I was constantly second-guessing myself and couldn't figure out which direction to take. Lucia was brilliant at helping me cut through all the noise. She created a really comfortable space where I could figure out what I actually wanted, rather than what I thought I should be doing. She gave me practical ways to build up my confidence and make decisions without overthinking everything. Working with Lucia gave me the clarity I really needed. I finally feel back on track and moving forward with confidence.

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Reply from Lucia Giombini
17 Sep 2026
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Thank you for writing such a lovely note. It was a real pleasure helping you step back, gain clarity, and map out a career path that truly aligns with your goals. Your commitment to the process made all the difference. I am so glad to hear you are moving forward with such clarity and confidence!

5
verified patient
17 Sep 2026

Working with Lucia made such a huge difference for us. Things were really hard with my teenage daughter, and I honestly wasn't sure how to reach her or help her through what she was going through. Lucia helped me understand where my daughter was coming from and showed me how to talk to her again without it turning into an argument. She has a very down-to-earth way of explaining things that just makes sense. Our relationship is so much better now. I’m really grateful for her help!

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Reply from Lucia Giombini
17 Sep 2026
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Thank you so much for taking the time to share this. I really appreciate your kind words, and I’m very glad that you found our work together helpful. It was a pleasure working with you, and I wish you and your family all the very best.

3.67
verified patient
15 Sep 2026

Dr Lucia is a professional specialist. Sessions with her help me in everyday life.

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Skill Endorsements

Lucia is a highly experienced psychologist. Highly recommended.

16 Sep 2026
Endorsed for
Eating Disorders
Anxiety Disorder

Dr Christos Kouimtsidis

Dr Christos Kouimtsidis

Psychiatrist
Is a colleague

Lucia is a wonderful colleague and a sensitive, compassionate clinician full of evidence-based clinical knowledge and expertise. Strongly recommended.

13 Sep 2026
Endorsed for
Anxiety Disorder
Binge Eating Disorder
Psychological Therapies

DV

Dr Vasilis S. Vasiliou

Psychologist
Is a colleague

great Psychologist

12 Sep 2026
Endorsed for
Eating Disorders
Low Self-Esteem
Health Anxiety

Dr Bhavna Jaiswal

Dr Bhavna Jaiswal

Psychologist
Is a colleague

Eating disorders and anxiety

28 Aug 2026
Endorsed for
Binge Eating Disorder
Low Self-Esteem
Low Mood

Dr Vanessa Pilkington

Dr Vanessa Pilkington

Psychologist
Is a colleague
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Dr Lucia Giombini's overall patient rating is 4.92 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 24 reviews.

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Dr Lucia Giombini speaks English and Italian

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