Fiona Aitman

PLEASE NOTE: MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL AND I AM UNABLE TO TAKE ON NEW CLIENTS OR REPLY TO NEW ENQUIRIES UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2025.

If you feel you need to speak to someone more immediately, or either you or someone you know is in a crisis, please contact:

SAMARITANS: on 116 123 (free from any phone). Their service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. 

SANEline: on 0300 304 7000 (4.30pm–10.30pm every day).

For further guidance, support and useful information on other psychological services, please have a look at MIND using the link below: 

MIND: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services/

I’m an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist offering a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can begin to explore emotional struggles and the thoughts and feelings that drive them.

As a psychodynamically trained therapist, I pay close attention to how you relate during our sessions, offering insight into your relationships and internal world. Together, we reflect on patterns shaped by your early experiences, helping you better understand what may be keeping you stuck in cycles of anxiety, low mood, or self-doubt.

Experience

I’ve worked extensively with clients facing a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns, with particular experience in:

   •   Addictions

   •   ADHD / OCD

   •   Anger & emotional regulation

   •   Anxiety & depression

   •   Loss & bereavement

I also have a strong interest in working with cultural diversity, and exploring themes around sexuality, identity, femininity & masculinity.

Alongside my private practice, I work part-time as a counsellor at a London university, supporting young adults navigating complex emotional issues.

I also worked for several years at Mind in Camden, offering support to adults experiencing distress linked to hearing voices, paranoia, mood instability, and difficulties associated with personality disorders.

Training & Qualifications

   •   MSc in Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy – Birkbeck, University of London, Psychosocial Studies

   •   Postgraduate Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling & Psychotherapy – Birkbeck

   •   Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychology – Birkbeck

   •   Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapy – Regent’s College London

   •   Certificate in Psychoanalytic Ideas on Sexual Perversions, Delinquency & Violence – Tavistock & Portman NHS Foundation Trust

   •   Certificate in Conflict Resolution & Mediation Skills – Resolvex

   •   Training in Image & Colour Analysis and Style Consultancy – Aston & Hayes

   •   BA (Hons) in Fashion Marketing & Cultural Studies – London College of Fashion (UAL)

My private practice is situated in an alternative healthcare practice just off the high street in Mill Hill, North London, NW7. It is easily accessible by bus and train, a walking distance from Mill Hill Broadway Thameslink station. Parking is available on the forecourt of the centre.

You are welcome to contact me for an initial 30 mins phone conversation to discuss any queries you might have, or to make an appointment.

I don't charge for initial phone consultations, whilst fees for assessment appointments and any ongoing sessions apply thereafter.

Please note I am unable to see anyone under the age of 17.