Heather Harden

I work with individuals and couples who want to understand themselves and their relationships more deeply. My approach is relational, exploratory and trauma-informed, drawing particularly on attachment theory, psychodynamic therapy and parts work. Together, we can explore not only what is happening in your life now, but also the experiences, relationships and patterns that may be shaping how you feel, relate and respond today.

I have a particular interest in working with couples. Relationships can bring some of our deepest hopes, vulnerabilities and wounds to the surface, and it can be difficult to understand what is happening when you find yourselves caught in the same arguments or feeling increasingly distant from one another. I offer a space where both partners can feel heard and where we can gently explore the patterns between you, rather than simply focusing on who is right or wrong. We can work towards a deeper understanding of yourselves and each other, and towards creating a relationship that feels more connected, secure and authentic.

I also work with individuals who are looking for more than simply managing symptoms or getting through a difficult period. Perhaps you find yourself repeating patterns in relationships, struggling to understand your emotions, feeling disconnected from yourself, or carrying experiences from the past that continue to affect your present. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, become curious about these experiences and develop a deeper understanding of yourself.

I aim to accommodate and celebrate the complexity of every person I work with. I welcome and affirm people from all backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, people in non-traditional relationship structures, neurodivergent individuals, and those who have had difficult or negative experiences with therapy in the past.

My work is grounded in a relational and integrative approach. This means that I don’t believe there is one way of doing therapy, and I will draw on different therapeutic perspectives and techniques depending on what feels most useful for you. At the heart of our work, however, is the therapeutic relationship itself: creating a space where you can feel safe enough to be honest, curious and vulnerable, and where we can make sense of your experiences together.

I've practiced as a therapist for the last seven years in various settings, including the NHS, higher education, the charity sector, and privately. Alongside my private practice, I work part-time with The Open University as an Associate Lecturer.

Listening to my clients’ stories is a real honour. I am continually struck by the courage it can take to turn towards the parts of ourselves and our relationships that feel painful or difficult. My hope is that therapy can help you develop greater understanding, compassion and freedom in how you relate to yourself and to the people who matter to you.

Getting started

I offer a free 15-minute consultation call before your first session. This gives you an opportunity to tell me a little about what is bringing you to therapy, ask any questions you may have, and get a sense of whether I might be the right therapist for you. If we decide to work together, we can then arrange a time for our first session.

The fee per session is £70 for individuals and £85 for couples per 50-minute session. Fees will be reviewed annually with due notice given and a review of your circumstances.

I am dedicated to making therapy more accessible for everyone, and I offer a number of discounted spaces at £60 for individuals and £75 for couples per 50-minute session for low-income earners looking to access my services. Please contact me for information knowing that there may be a waitlist for these spaces.