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Radhika Pal Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist London E8Radhika Pal:

Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist (BABCP)

Hi, I am Radhika. I currently offer therapy online on Tuesdays afternoons, and in-person therapy sessions on Saturdays at HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston.

I understand that the thread that connects us all is our humanness, and our desire to connect, belong, and feel safe within ourselves and with others. When we experience challenging conditions in life, we adapt to cope with the uncertainty of our needs being met.

Therefore, with curiosity, courage, and compassion, we will reflect on the past challenges, how they shaped your identity, and the relationship between the thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and behaviours that maintain the distress at present.

The aim is to guide you to make choices that help you feel soothed, and align with your values, so they bring vitality to your health and wellbeing in the long term.

In my 1:1 sessions, I support adults by drawing on principles and techniques from evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Compassion Focused Therapy.

I am trained in helping people overcome various anxiety disorders – Generalised Anxiety Disorder, Health Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Body Dysmorphia, depression, low self-esteem, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and adjusting to living with chronic health conditions, such as long covid and chronic pain.

I have completed my training as an accredited CBT psychotherapist with the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) in 2022. I have worked in the Mental Health Services within the NHS since 2014. Whilst completing my master’s in health psychology at UCL in 2014, I gained a special interest in working with clients with long-term health conditions and use mindfulness-based approaches to support clients feel a sense of safety in the mind and body.

Getting started:
I offer a 20-minute free telephone call to explore a little about you and your aims for therapy which will help us decide whether we would work well together. Please complete the form on this website or contact me via email.

Fees:
Individual therapy sessions are up to 60minutes and are charged at £60 per session.

 

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

Radhika Pal – Working Hours

Saturday – 10:00 – 13:00

Contact Details

Radhika Pal, Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]

Offers client Sessions In Languages Other Than English

– Hindi, Urdu.

Clients Radhika Pal Works With

Client Issues Radhika Deals With

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Life Transitions

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

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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Helping you to rebuild a sense of safety.

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Chronic Pain & Illness

Preventing a detriment to the physical & psychological well-being of the sufferer

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Loneliness

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

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Motivation

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

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Body Image Issues

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

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Stress, Panic Attacks, Anxiety & Depression

Help wellbeing & day-to-day functioning.

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Work & Family Conflict Issues

Seeking resolution through short-term goal-oriented forms of counselling.

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Relationships

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

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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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Childhood Trauma & PTSD

Helping overcome ongoing adverse events experienced as a child.

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Anger Management

Managing the symptoms of your anger issues & controlling your reactions.

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Trauma

Helping you to talk openly & receive support about your traumatic experience.

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Cultural Issues of Identity & Belonging

Helping cultural identity & diversity issues.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Helping overcome behavioural patterns.

Therapy Modalities Radhika uses With Clients

Radhika Pal: Training and Qualifications

– BSc. (Hons) Psychology, MSc. Health Psychology, BABCP Accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, Trained in Compassion Focused Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– NHS.

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 fill out the form below in confidence, and one of our fully qualified referral therapists can work with you to make sure you connect with the right practitioner and receive the correct therapy and counselling services you require.

Our practitioners deal with a wide range of therapy issues using different types of therapy modalities tailored for 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 reduced rate therapy, to working with seasoned, qualified and accredited talking therapists.