Andrea Needham

As a qualified psychologist, registered BACP counsellor, and UKCP trainee psychotherapist, I bring knowledge, experience, and compassion to my private practice.

My integrative approach allows me to draw on different therapeutic modalities and tailor them to your unique needs, ensuring the most effective path toward personal growth and healing.

I believe that healing begins with understanding. That’s why, in my therapy practice, I ask ‘What happened to you?’ instead of ‘What’s wrong with you?’ This approach recognises that struggles often stem from experiences rather than inherent flaws.

Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, grief, self-esteem challenges, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to help. 

I create a warm and empathetic environment where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace. Together, we will address the challenges you're facing and discover strategies for meaningful change.

In my work, I focus on building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and genuine understanding. This connection serves as a foundation for us to explore the patterns, beliefs, and emotions that may be holding you back. Together, we will discover new perspectives, build resilience, and develop practical tools to empower you to move forward.

First, I offer a free 15-minute online consultation to explore your concerns and determine if we’re a good fit.

After that, during our first meeting, we will explore the issues that have brought you to therapy and discuss how it can benefit you. Together, we will decide if we should proceed with regular sessions, which typically occur weekly or every other week, at roughly the same time each week. Each session lasts about 50 to 55 minutes. Maintaining regularity is an important part of the therapeutic process.