Christian Murphy

I only work in-person and I see people at least once-a-week. I work afternoons and evenings,  Mondays to Thursdays.

I like to offer a safe, calm and supportive space to people who are facing difficulty in their lives. Do you feel confused, stuck or disappointed in relationships? Perhaps you want to talk about a disturbing loss or new circumstances. You might be facing change as you take on an unfamiliar role or pursue a new goal. Some people come to see me suffering from a lack of meaning or enjoyment in their lives.

I'd like you to have the opportunity to discuss what you may not feel able to share elsewhere. So often, I've seen how once people have a safe, confidential, supportive space to put their experience into words, they're more able to manage how they feel. They become more emotionally resilient and find new options in relation to old behaviours. This frees them to find more meaning and enjoyment in their relationships. Many difficulties represent a struggle with issues and conflicts from the past.

As well as dealing with the past, we can give attention to your current situation and how you wish to pursue your life. The increasing pace and complexity of modern life can, by itself, cause emotional difficulties. We're extremely varied in what we desire, what troubles us, and what makes us happier. I feel that each therapy has to reflect the unique needs of each person. In times of change or crisis, some feelings and thoughts are too much for one mind – but two people working together can make progress. I've worked with people from all walks of life, and I'm sensitive to the wide variety of values, lifestyles and identities that people pursue.

We can discuss what you're going through, begin to make sense of things, and find a way forward. Some emotional difficulties and challenging situations are too much for one person to cope with by themselves. However, the two of us working together can help you manage how you feel, think creatively, and consider the different choices you could make. Our time together is confidential, and you can take things at your own pace.

I've been working as a psychotherapist since 2000. After a number of years employed in the private sector and NHS therapy services, I'm now in full-time private practice. I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist following a psychoanalytic training at The Site for Contemporary Psychoanalysis. I am also a BACP Senior Accredited Counsellor following four years of training in Transactional Analysis Psychotherapy at Metanoia Institute.

I've worked as a practitioner, manager and supervisor across NHS, not-for-profit and private sector services, and before that in the legal profession.

I offer a wide range of psychotherapy and personal development work, including anxiety, depression and loss. My particular interest is in identity, life transitions and workplace problems. You can find out more about my executive coaching and employee support at https://christianmurphy.com/workplace/ I am a director and co-founder of Respia, a coaching consultancy.

I'm a recognised provider with most major insurers, including Aviva, AXA Health, Allianz Care, Bupa, Cigna Global, General & Medical, Healix, Vitality and WPA. If your policy covers psychotherapy sessions, I'd be happy to discuss the referral process when we first speak and contact your insurer to confirm the details of your referral.

My practice is based in Brixton Hill, SW2 2TZ. I'm convenient for Brixton, Clapham, Herne Hill, Dulwich, Battersea, Balham, Norwood, Tooting and Streatham.

I work afternoons and evenings, Mondays to Thursdays. I see clients weekly or twice weekly, and my fee is £90 per 50-minute session. If you have medical insurance, I can speak to your insurer to check your cover. I'll invoice your insurer directly for your sessions.

There is free parking during my practice hours. There is a flight of stairs to access my consulting room, and the premises do not currently have step-free access. My consulting room is comfortable, quiet and private. I have a clear Enhanced DBS check..

You're welcome to send me a message if you'd like to discuss whether the work I offer might suit you. We can arrange a brief phone call to discuss what you're looking for and answer any immediate questions you have. If we decide to meet, I offer an initial assessment over one or two sessions at my usual fee, during which we can explore any expectations or concerns you have about therapy.

As well as supervising psychoanalytic practitioners, I also work with therapists from other orientations who would like to integrate more psychoanalytic thinking into their practice. I aim to work collaboratively with supervisees across all areas of their practice.

I have experience of supervising NHS, EAP, insurance and private practice work. I work with trainees who are on placement or preparing for qualification. I also offer support to practitioners who wish to go into private practice or transition into management roles.

I like to offer a space for the exploration of the therapist's emotional responses to their clients, their practice and the role of psychotherapist more generally. I also support colleagues with ethical issues, risk management, conflict within organisations and managing practice in times of personal difficulty.

I have a particular interest in the ethical issues therapists face, and I am Chair of The Site for Contemporary Psychoanalysis Ethics Committee.

My supervision qualification is the Minster Centre Postgraduate Diploma in Supervision. I work in accordance with the UKCP Practice Guidelines for Supervisors. I am on the UKCP Supervisor Directory.

My usual practice is to see supervisees twice-a-month, although I work with some supervisees once-a-month if they have a second supervisor. My fee is £90 per 50-minute session.