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Sara Pantaleone Clinical Psychologist London E8Sara Pantaleone:

Clinical Psychologist (HCPC)

I am a Clinical Psychologist (HCPC) and a Psychotherapist (BPC/TSP), and I offer therapeutic support to children, adolescents and adults experiencing emotional and psychological difficulties such as low mood, anxiety, loss, trauma, stress, and self-esteem issues.

I have over 15 years of clinical experience working in the NHS, charitable and private sectors with individuals across the life span. I welcome clients from all backgrounds in a warm, non-judgmental and safe space.

I work with young adults who feel stuck in their lives and are feeling unsure about how to progress in their personal and professional lives (such as starting a family or considering a career change).

I also have extensive experience supporting parents struggling with their children and adolescents during a particular phase of development or going through difficult life events (such as moving home, parental divorce or birth of a sibling). I also support parents to strengthen their relationship as parents, reflect on their parenting and work together for the benefit of the child.
When working with young people and adolescents,

I recognise the importance of working collaboratively with parents while at the same time protecting the privacy of the therapeutic space for the young person (within the limits of safeguarding boundaries).

Life transitions, changes in family circumstances, illnesses and other losses are all examples of possible triggers that can have an impact on an individual’s emotional world. However, sometimes, overwhelming feelings and burnout can start without an obvious reason, and this is when the initial meeting becomes even more important, to collaboratively reach a formulation of the problem.

My approach is psychodynamic, and I offer open-ended and short-term therapy such as DIT (Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy). In my work, emotional distress is understood in the context of unhelpful thought patterns, rooted in early relational experiences, and influencing current behaviour.

By developing an increased capacity to reflect on internal states and interpersonal dynamics, the aim of therapy is to bring deep-seated changes to the individual’s life. As a result of this process, the individual usually experiences increased awareness, improved self-regulation and better ways to cope with difficult emotions.

I offer sessions online or face-to-face. I am registered with most insurance companies, including BUPA, Vitality, Aviva, AXA, Healix, etc.

Getting started:
If you would like to arrange an initial telephone call or meeting, you can send me an email, or you can contact me at the number below (please do leave a voicemail or send a text).

 

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

Sara Pantaleone – Contact Details

Sara Pantaleone, Clinical Psychologist, can be reached using the following:
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 07853 545684

Offers client Sessions In Languages Other Than English

– Italian.

Clients Sara Pantaleone Works With

Client Issues Sara Deals With

Therapy Modalities Sara uses With Clients

Training and Qualifications

– BSc and MSc in Clinical Psychology.

– PgDip and MA in Child, Adolescent and Family Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at the Tavistock Clinic.

Previous Therapeutic Experience

– NHS and charities.

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 to working with seasoned, qualified and accredited talking therapists.