DEAN PALMER
Psychotherapist, Counsellor & Executive Coach
THERAPY FOR ANXIETY, IDENTITY, RELATIONSHIPS, AND PRESSURE AT WORK
HELLO
If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns that no longer make sense, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to face it by yourself.
I offer confidential psychotherapy, counselling, and coaching for adults who want to understand themselves more deeply, break unhelpful cycles, and build a stronger sense of self-worth, clarity, and connection.
My work is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in trust. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationships, identity, work burnout, or a sense of being “not quite okay,” therapy can offer a space to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and begin to move forward with greater confidence.
To help you decide whether I’m the right therapist for you, I offer a free 15-minute consultation by phone or Zoom — a relaxed, no-obligation conversation where you can ask questions and get a feel for how I work.
I work in London (Clapham SW4) and online across the UK.
I hold an MSc and Clinical Diploma in Psychotherapy from the Metanoia Institute and a Business Coaching Certification from the University of Cambridge. I am a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist and a registered member of the BACP.
I work with insurance companies AXA and Vitality.
Issues I Can Help With
You might be here because…
- You feel anxious, restless, or on edge — even when life looks “fine” on the surface
- You’re stuck in repeated relationship patterns or fear intimacy and rejection
- You struggle with self-worth, shame, or a harsh inner critic
- You’re dealing with work pressure, toxic environments or loss of direction
- You want to talk openly about identity, sexuality, or belonging in a safe space
- You’re focused on a clear goal, or you’re navigating a significant life transition.
Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable, and high-functioning — but feel disconnected from themselves or others, and unsure why.
Therapy offers a space to slow things down and understand what’s really going on beneath the surface.
My Approach to Therapy
Who I work best with
I work with adults (18+) and have particular experience supporting:
- Anxiety and chronic stress
- Relationship and attachment difficulties
- Lesbian, gay and bisexual clients
- Clients navigating emotional intimacy, shame, or isolation
- Professionals experiencing burnout, overwhelm or loss of meaning
- Trauma, including relational and developmental trauma
How therapy with me works
My approach is integrative, meaning I tailor the work to you rather than fitting you into a rigid model.
I draw on psychodynamic and relational therapy, person-centred and trauma-informed practice, existential therapy and coaching tools where appropriate.
Together, we look at how past experiences, relationships, and unconscious patterns shape how you think, feel, and relate — and how change becomes possible.
Sessions are collaborative, reflective, and grounded in warmth, honesty, and professional boundaries.
Get in touch
All contact is strictly confidential. You can call me on 07986 552 493, via the contact form or email at [email protected]
I offer weekly talking therapy sessions, but please note that I do not provide a 24-hour crisis service. If you find yourself in distress and need immediate support, I encourage you to reach out to your GP, call NHS 111, or contact the Samaritans, who are available 24/7 at 116 123.
I practice in Clapham Common, South-West London, conveniently located near Balham, Battersea, Brixton, Kennington, Tooting, Vauxhall, and Wandsworth.
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