Charlotte O'Malley

Life can sometimes feel difficult to navigate. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood or depression, feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, or finding yourself caught in patterns that seem difficult to change. Perhaps you’re struggling in your relationships or finding a period of transition or change harder than expected. You may not fully understand why you feel the way you do, but know that something doesn’t feel quite right.

Whether you’re looking to explore your past, better understand your emotions, or find practical tools to cope, we’ll move at your pace, together.

My style is warm and down-to-earth. I believe therapy should feel personal, so I tailor each session to fit you – your experiences, your needs, and your goals.

I’m especially interested in how our relationships with ourselves and others shape how we feel. If you find yourself stuck in the same patterns or struggling to connect, therapy can help you understand why and start to shift things.

Therapy with me is not about fixing you. It’s about creating space to slow down and gently explore your inner world with curiosity and compassion.

In our work together, we’ll take time to understand what you’re experiencing and what it might be communicating - so you can begin to relate to yourself in a more supportive and intentional way.

I also consider the connection between mind and body as fundamental to our well-being. By recognising this interplay, I provide a more holistic approach to healing and promoting self-awareness.

Over time, therapy can help you feel more connected to yourself and others, and more able to move through life with clarity.

My Approach & Experience 

I’m a fully qualified Integrative Psychotherapist (MA; MBACP), accredited with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I have over seven years of experience in mental health, working across the NHS, The Priory and the charity sector, supporting people from a wide range of backgrounds.

I believe that each person’s experiences and needs are unique. An integrative approach enables me to tailor my practice to you as an individual, drawing on different therapeutic perspectives to support your specific difficulties and needs. My therapeutic practice remains grounded in a strong Person-Centred foundation and is informed by Psychodynamic and CBT theories. 

I have also undertaken additional training in Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Polyvagal Theory and Mindfulness-Based approaches. This has deepened my appreciation of the importance of establishing a safe and secure therapeutic relationship, while also supporting my growing interest in the connection between mind and body. 

I’ve supported people through many challenges, including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship issues, low self-esteem, stress/ burnout and life changes. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to go through it alone.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT): A Relational Approach to Understanding Depression

When depression takes hold, it can affect more than just mood or motivation, it can quietly reshape the way you relate to yourself and to the people around you.

The connections we have, and the ones that feel harder to make or maintain, can have a powerful impact on how we feel day to day. Relationships can feel strained, distant or caught in repeating patterns, whether you’re navigating a breakup, ongoing conflict, isolation or a major life transition.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) is a structured, evidence-based treatment for depression that focuses on the link between mood and relationships. It helps reduce depression by improving how you relate, connect and communicate with others.

IPT is a time-limited therapy (usually 16 weekly sessions) in three phases. Together, we focus on one key area - relationship difficulties, life transitions, grief or feeling disconnected.

If you feel your depression may be linked to relationships or interpersonal stress, you’re welcome to get in touch for an initial assessment. To learn more and book an initial IPT assessment, please visit my website.

https://www.charlotteomalleypsychotherapy.co.uk/ipt

What to Expect 

Engaging with therapy and finding a suitable practitioner can feel daunting, especially if it is your first experience. I offer a free 15-minute introductory call to make the process as smooth as possible. This meeting should help establish whether you feel I am the right fit for you.

If you’re interested in IPT as a treatment option, please get in touch to book an initial assessment rather than an introductory call. If you’re unsure whether IPT is the right fit, I’m also happy to offer a brief consultation telephone call beforehand to help consider whether it may be beneficial for you.

I offer sliding scale fees and aim to be mindful of individual financial situations. If cost feels like an obstacle to accessing support, please feel free to raise this with me.

I understand that therapy requires a financial commitment and I’m open to discussing options.

https://thewellgarden.co.uk/