Mafalda Cardim Psychodynamic Psychotherapist London E8Mafalda Cardim:

Trainee Psychodynamic Psychotherapist (BACP student member)


My name is Mafalda Cardim. I am a trainee psychodynamic psychotherapist providing once-weekly therapy in the low-cost service of the HQ Therapy Rooms in Haggerston.

I am very interested in helping those who are experiencing a difficult time, whether they know what is wrong or not.

Maybe those difficulties are related to life transitions that demand changes that are hard to cope with.

Problems related to career, moving, migration, parenting and empty nesting, break-up, marriage and divorce, bereavement, loss, and trauma, may lead to feelings of helplessness, hopelessness, anxiety, and anger.

Sometimes those feelings are there even though it isn’t clear what caused them.

The therapy room is built to address these issues. It is the stuff of life.

Meeting once a week with me for psychodynamic psychotherapy, you will gain awareness of what feels tender and needs protection within you, what you find yourself repeating, and what is hidden within yourself.

You will gain insight, and with insight comes more room to move and to choose. You won’t be alone. I’ll be there on this journey with you, in partnership.

I provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space where you can tell me what is going on in your life. Talking about it, and the space of listening that I can offer to you might help.

Together we can think about what has been difficult and how that might relate to moments in your past, to things you cannot forget, and to things you might not even remember. It’s a hard task, better approached with softness and time.

I am training at The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation as a psychodynamic psychotherapist, working towards a Master’s degree.

I also have experience working at The Listening Place, a suicide listening service, and Mind, a charity that addresses mental health.

Before this, I earned a BSc from Nova Lisbon, and an MSc and a PhD, both from the London School of Economics.

My work is supervised, and I am a registered student member of the BACP. This means that I abide by a strict code of conduct and ethics.

As well as English, I can also offer therapy in Portuguese.

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Mafalda Cardim – Working Hours

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Wednesday N/A Sat-Sun 10:00 – 13:00 (Sat)


Offers client Sessions In Languages Other Than English

– Portuguese


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 reduced-rate therapy to working with seasoned, qualified and accredited talking therapists.

<<< If you are ready to begin therapy, click the low-cost assessment button to start your therapeutic journey. If you still feel a bit unsure about taking those first steps then don’t hesitate to contact us for some help. >>>