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Peta Ridley Integrative Therapist London E8Peta Ridley:

Integrative Therapist (BACP)

Hello, I’m Peta, an integrative therapist and counsellor. I offer both in-person and online sessions to clients. Starting therapy can feel daunting, but I’m here to support you through every step of the process.

My approach is grounded in equality, genuine connection, and moving at a pace that feels safe and comfortable for you.

I have a special interest in supporting women in overcoming the barriers that prevent them from living with empowerment and full well-being.

I see therapy as a transformative process – an opportunity to explore how our present challenges connect to our past experiences, relationships, and deeper desires. Through this exploration, we can begin to untangle old patterns, gain greater self-understanding, and cultivate a stronger sense of self.

I’m here to provide a safe and supportive space for you to explore and address anything you may want to bring up. This may include (but is not limited to): Low self-esteem and confidence challenges. Relationship and attachment issues. Love and sexuality-related matters. Anxiety and stress management. Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or lacking direction. Life path and purpose. Trauma, including emotional + physical abuse. Identity Issues. Body image issues.

My practice is trauma-informed and grounded in an awareness of the broader systems of power that shape our lives. This allows me to work respectfully and effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, including those who face discrimination based on gender, race, disability, or sexual identity.

I provide a calm, collaborative environment where you can feel safe, heard, and supported with curiosity and compassion.

For more information about what I can help with, please get in touch below for a free introductory call or take a look at my website.

 

***If you require more information and guidance about therapy, please use the contact form at the bottom of this page.***

Peta Ridley – Working Hours

Thursday – 4.30 pm – 6.30 pm

Friday – 8 am – 10 am / 2 pm – 6 pm

Saturday – 9 am – 12 pm

Contact Details

Peta Ridley, Integrative Psychotherapist, can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.petaridleytherapy.com

Clients Peta Ridley Works With

Client Issues Peta Deals With

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Loneliness

Explores the emotional & psychological issues that might lead to isolation.

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Body Image Issues

A negative or unhealthy body image can be distressing in your daily life.

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Motivation

Helping you set and achieve the goals that are important to you.

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Career Counselling & Coaching

Offering people guidance with choosing, building or changing their career path.

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Codependency

Overcome control issues, low self-esteem, poor boundaries & ‘saviour’ mentality.

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Attachment-Based Issues

Identifying past attachment patterns & developing new healthier attachment skills.

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Life Transitions

Dealing with important changes or adjustments in your life that impact you.

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Relationships

Exploring feelings about current & past relationships, or relationships in general.

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Sex Therapy (Sex & Intimacy Issues)

Addressing sexual & intimacy issues to make your sex life more pleasurable.

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Low Self-Esteem & Self-Confidence

Explore the roots of your low self-esteem issues & address your current symptoms.

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Eating Disorders

When your relationship to food is complicated or beyond your control.

Therapy Modalities Peta uses With Clients

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Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

Develop self-awareness & understanding of past influences on present behaviour.

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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Helping focus on practical solutions to current issues that you are experiencing.

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Jungian Therapy

A balance between the conscious & the unconscious, in order to heal the whole.

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What Is Counselling?

Allowing you to discuss problems & difficult feelings in a safe environment.

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What Is Psychotherapy?

Dealing with past events that make you feel unsafe, helpless or vulnerable.

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Integrative Psychotherapy

A unifying psychotherapy helping affirm the inherent value of each individual.

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Body-Oriented Psychotherapy

Working with your body & mind to achieve balance & improve your overall well-being.

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Transpersonal Psychotherapy

Helping you to focus on the aspirational nature of the human psyche.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why Should I Seek Therapy?

Many people, new to this type of help, believe that they need to be suffering from “mental illness” or serious “psychological problems”, or be in crisis in order for therapy and counselling to be appropriate for them. This is a common misconception; anyone can benefit from therapy when it comes to helping you deal with your personal feelings and problems, make positive changes in your life, and understand yourself better.

So what is therapy and counselling? If you’re new to this world then the first steps can sometimes be the most difficult. Therapy can be a very effective treatment for a whole range of personal problems covering areas from physical and emotional problems, different types of behavioural disorders, through to human sexuality issues and a host of wellbeing and complementary therapy techniques.

Any problem you have that is causing you concern, anxiety or distress is a valid and appropriate reason to reach out and find a therapist and talk to them about it. Far from something to be ashamed of, acknowledging your vulnerability and asking for help is a sign of maturity and strength.

If you feel that you have a desire and are committed to making changes in your life in order to overcome your current problems and achieve more long-term satisfaction, psychological wellbeing and personal fulfilment, then you are ready to seek therapy. We are here to help you work through a wide range of therapy issues that might be troubling you.

Will Information About Me Be Safe & Secure?

It is quite normal to be hesitant when it comes to sharing private and intimate information about yourself with a stranger. You may fear that you will receive judgment from your therapist, or that your therapist will share your details with others.

HQ Therapy Rooms takes your privacy and confidentiality very seriously. Our therapists are required to keep everything said in therapy sessions between you, just like your doctor is required to keep your records private.

For therapy to be effective, there must be unconditional trust built between you and your therapist, and this relies on a shared understanding of confidentiality. It applies to the outside world as well: it is standard practice for therapists not to acknowledge their clients if they run into them outside of the therapy rooms in order to help protect their client’s confidentiality. Read our full privacy policy for more information.

Can I Contact You For Advice About Getting Therapy?

Talking about your thoughts and feelings with a supportive therapist can often make you feel better and help you face your problems. It feels good to be listened to and to know that someone cares about you and wants to help. It is important that you find a therapist with whom you feel comfortable and can build a trusting relationship to help you make positive changes in your life.

But how do you know what type of therapy is right for you? Taking the first steps in finding the right therapist can be the biggest hurdle for newcomers, so we have made it easy. Simply get in touch with us using the low-cost help and advice form and one of our fully qualified therapists can work with you to make sure you get the right advice you need in order to receive the correct low-cost therapy and counselling services you require.

Our practitioners deal with a wide range of therapy issues using different types of therapy modalities tailored to the types of clients we work with. We also cater for people who are beset with financial difficulties, offering them services ranging from low-cost therapy and to working with seasoned, qualified and accredited talking therapists.