Hello, I’m Lesley Berliand, a UKCP-registered psychotherapist dedicated to supporting individuals and couples. Having completed four years of advanced training in Transactional Analysis, I'm currently preparing for my clinical exams (Diploma & CTA) while working towards an MSc.

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My path into psychotherapy has been shaped by a varied life and professional experiences. Prior to working as a psychotherapist, I worked in finance and telecoms in London, and later on the equities floor in corporate finance in Paris. While in London, I worked in a mentoring capacity with Bridging the Gap Islington, a charity supporting people experiencing homelessness. During Covid, I made the decision to leave banking in Paris, spending a year based in France while beginning my psychotherapy training. Alongside this, I offered my creative services pro bono to the Special Olympics, producing their promotional videos and digital content.

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These experiences - spanning high-pressure corporate settings and grassroots community projects - strengthened my deep appreciation of how differently people live, the resilience it takes to adapt, and the importance of having somewhere safe to reflect and be understood. I have always had a deep-rooted desire to explore what makes people ‘tick’ and to help others understand ‘why we are the way we are’.

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I work to help clients change restrictive patterns, perceptions and beliefs that underpin depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career issues, conflict/anger issues, low self-esteem and other issues that bring people to therapy. I believe awareness is the first step towards giving you the tools to gain new perspectives, finding acceptance and discovering patterns of behaviour and their underlying causes. I work hard to help clients find new practical and emotional strategies, in order to provide future resilience and a renewed zest for life.

 

My therapeutic approach is inclusive and integrative. As a proudly neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ practitioner, I work with clients from all backgrounds. I combine Transactional Analysis with other therapeutic techniques, tailoring the process to each person’s needs.

 

During our first session, I will outline how the therapeutic relationship works so that you feel comfortable with the process. I provide you with a safe, non-judgemental place to talk about your experiences, explore your options and develop the skills to handle various life challenges.

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As an accredited member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy and the UK Association for Transactional Analysis, I adhere to the highest standards of professional practice and ethics. For details regarding issues I can help you with, along with areas of expertise and special interests, please see my Services.

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Lesley Berliand