Dr Barbara Blanco

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Clinical Psychologist and EMDR Therapist
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location_on London WC2H & WC1X
Accepting new clients
Accepting new clients

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About me

I am a Clinical Psychologist with over eleven years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults through life’s challenges and transformations.

As an integrative Psychologist, I believe healing begins with connection—both within ourselves and with others. I take a holistic, trauma-informed, and person-centered approach to therapy, tailoring each session to meet your unique needs. My work is grounded in the understanding that mind and body are deeply interconnected, and I often integrate somatic (body-based) therapies to support deeper healing and resilience.


My main areas of expertise include:

 • Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression

 • Child Psychology and Parenting Support

 • Neurodevelopmental Disorders and Challenging Behaviour

 • Long-Term Conditions and Chronic Stress


I draw on approaches like Polyvagal Theory to help you explore how your nervous system responds to stress and safety, fostering a sense of calm, connection, and empowerment. By understanding the body-mind connection, we can unlock new pathways to healing and growth.

I work with BUPA, AXA, Vitality, and Allianz.

Therapeutic techniques I may use include:

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Body-Oriented Therapies, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET), Non-Violent Resistance (NVR), and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).


Languages: Therapy is available in both English and Spanish.

Training, qualifications & experience

Clinical Psychologist HCPC registered

CAMHS Specialist

Therapy for adults

Anxiety & Trauma Specialist

Member organisations

school Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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HCPC
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Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

£100.00 per session

Health Insurance/EAP

  • check_circle Aviva
  • check_circle Axa Health
  • check_circle Vitality
  • check_circle BUPA

When I work

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London, Greater London, WC2H

London, Greater London, WC1X

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Children (0-12)
Young people (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Families

Key details

DBS check info

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Additional languages

Spanish

Online platforms

Zoom
Dr Barbara Blanco
Dr Barbara Blanco