The SL Directory: Psychologists

It was Suzy’s entry into motherhood colliding with the terminal illness of her father that shaped her understanding of emotional resilience and self-care, which she now teaches to clients to help them cope during periods of stress and change. Originally from Sydney, she now works from Hertfordshire, supporting clients adjusting to significant life changes – including motherhood, career transitions, relocation and relationship challenges. As a yoga teacher and PT, Suzy integrates movement, breathwork and meditation alongside traditional psychology and practical tools to help clients regulate their emotions and reconnect with their sense of self. 

The Details: Suzy offers in-person therapy in Berkhamsted, walk-and-talk sessions in Ashridge Woods, and virtual sessions worldwide. She also shares accessible self-care techniques via Instagram and offers low-cost group coaching through her online platform.

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Known for her intuitive, solution-focused approach, Elaine helps clients overcome lifestyle challenges, health issues and emotional struggles through transformative one-on-one sessions. A psychologist, psychotherapeutic counsellor and certified life coach, she specialises in identifying internal blocks and negative self-perception. Her intuitive, compassionate sessions aim to release feelings of panic, worry, shame, guilt, fear and anxiety, while her talking therapy will help you heal emotional wounds and challenge deep-seated behavioural patterns. From there, she’ll provide coping strategies and resources to manage the demands of modern life. 

The Details: An initial consultation lasts 90 minutes. From there, Elaine offers both short and long-term therapy and coaching.  

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Dr Rathika Marsh combines over 17 years of experience as a psychologist with spirituality and somatic healing to support clients in deep transformation. With a doctorate in educational psychology, she began her career in child development before expanding her work to adults, including CEOs, entrepreneurs and spiritual leaders. She specialises in trauma healing, overcoming anxiety, nervous system regulation, and helping clients step into their authentic selves. Her unique approach blends psychology with alternative modalities such as breathwork, embodiment practices and her signature Freedom Expansion Method – integrating psychology, spirituality and somatic coaching for long-lasting change.

The Details: Dr Rathika offers virtual coaching and immersive retreats. She typically works with clients over a six-month period but occasionally offers single sessions.

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Dr Elena Touroni is a consultant clinical psychologist with extensive experience across both the NHS and private practice. A registered psychologist and member of the British Psychological Society (BPS), she co-founded The Chelsea Psychology Clinic to offer evidence-based, personalised therapy. Her expertise spans anxiety, depression, personality disorders, OCD, eating disorders and relationship challenges – whether in romantic partnerships, family dynamics or workplace settings. Recognising every client is unique, she works collaboratively to design tailored treatment plans that build self-awareness, challenge unhelpful patterns and foster meaningful change.  

The Details: In-person and virtual appointments can be booked online, with flexible options designed for both short-term support and longer-term therapeutic journeys. The Chelsea Psychology Clinic also hosts retreats that blend psychological therapy with wellbeing practices for multi-dimensional healing.

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Caribbean-born and dedicated to Black maternal mental healthcare, Daniella Doon-Joseph is a name to know for navigating the challenges of pregnancy and motherhood. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety during pregnancy, processing birth trauma or facing post-natal depression, she brings a wealth of expertise from her work across the NHS, academia (she was a lecturer at Goldsmiths) and digital mental health. Her mission ultimately is to help women reconnect with themselves and prioritise a richer, more meaningful life.

The Details: Book in for a free 15-minute consultation call via email or online. From there, Daniella offers virtual sessions and limited in-person appointments in Hitchin, Hertfordshire. Therapy typically spans six to 20 sessions based on individual needs.

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London’s destination for modern mental health support, Seven Lion Yard offers a blend of evidence-based practices aimed at helping people tackle life’s challenges in a space with calm and relaxation in mind. As well as breathwork, meditation and mindfulness classes, there’s a diverse team of skilled therapists dedicated to providing personalised support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues and more. Founder Dr Madeleine Jago’s desire was to create a space to enable people to become more attuned to their emotional responses, soothe their nervous systems and manage stress. Book a session with Madeleine – or one of her team – to settle the mind and build emotional resilience. 

The Details: The clinic is tucked behind Clapham High Street, or you can access online therapy from the comfort of your home. 

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Nicola has over two decades of frontline experience – from forensic mental health to custodial environments – and specialises in trauma, PTSD, perinatal mental health and stress. Her no-nonsense, neuroscience-backed approach is rooted in hypnotherapy – a blend of psychotherapy and hypnosis that rapidly shifts thought patterns. Her use of nervous system regulation, breathwork, guided visualisation and somatic techniques help untangle even the most intricate mental knots, moving you from chronic stress and burnout to clarity and calm. 

The Details: Nicola offers flexible booking via WhatsApp or email, with all sessions carried out online to support clients globally. 

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