Dr Stelios Gkouskos

I am a HCPC-registered Counselling Psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience, offering psychotherapy for adults. I work both in person and online, and many people find that online sessions can offer the same depth of work, while allowing greater flexibility when work, travel, or location make meeting in person difficult.

People often come to see me when they feel stuck with difficulties that seem confusing, persistent, or hard to change. This may include anxiety, low mood, self-doubt, relationship difficulties, or a sense that something in life is not working in the way you would like.

Psychological therapy offers an opportunity to make sense of these experiences and reflect on what may help in managing them more effectively. It can provide a safe and supportive space to explore feelings, develop a clearer understanding of ourselves and our relationships, and begin to approach challenges in new ways.

Through this process, people often gain greater clarity, find more effective ways of coping, and feel able to live in ways that feel more meaningful and fulfilling.

Professional background

I have over 20 years of professional experience in psychological practice, including work in the NHS, private practice, and academic settings, where I have been involved in both clinical work and teaching. I have also spent many years training and supervising psychologists and psychotherapists, including at doctoral level.

My training as a Counselling Psychologist integrates psychological theory, research, and clinical practice, allowing me to draw on a range of therapeutic perspectives while maintaining a thoughtful and individualised approach to each person’s circumstances.

My approach

My approach is relational and reflective. The therapeutic relationship itself becomes an important part of the process of understanding and change.

In our work together we may explore:

• patterns in relationships
• emotional responses and internal conflicts
• life experiences that continue to shape the present
• the ways in which we relate to ourselves and others

Developing insight can be an important step, but meaningful change often happens gradually, through new ways of understanding, experiencing, and relating.

I aim to offer a therapeutic space that is thoughtful, respectful, and collaborative, where difficulties can be explored at a pace that feels manageable.

People tend to seek therapy with me when they:

• struggle with anxiety, low mood, depression, or persistent self-doubt
• experience low self-esteem or a sense of not feeling good enough
• feel stuck in repeating relationship patterns
• find themselves in unsatisfying or destructive relationships
• are navigating loss, grief, or significant life changes
• feel overwhelmed by work-related stress or uncertainty about the future
• have a sense that something in life is not working but are unsure why

You do not need to arrive with a clear explanation of what is wrong. Sometimes the work begins simply with a sense that something feels difficult or unresolved.

I work with both self-funding clients and those using private health insurance (including Bupa, WPA and Aviva). Many people choose to work privately, as this allows greater flexibility in how we meet and work together.

Initial consultation

Starting therapy can feel like a significant step. I offer an initial consultation where we can talk about what brings you to therapy, what you are hoping for, and whether working together feels like the right fit.

If you would like to explore whether psychological therapy might suit your needs and goals, you are welcome to get in touch to arrange a free 15-minute call. This provides an opportunity for us to briefly discuss what you hope to achieve through therapy and for you to ask any questions you may have about how I work or about practicalities such as scheduling and fees.

Following this conversation, we can decide together whether it would be appropriate to proceed with an initial consultation appointment.

• Life transitions
• Emotional difficulties
• Repeating relationship patterns
• Personal development
• Self-understanding

I offer face-to-face therapy in Central London and Fulham, as well as online sessions.

This fee applies to both in-person and online sessions

If you are using private health insurance, sessions are invoiced at the rate agreed with your provider.

Payment is usually made on the day of the session. Monthly invoicing can be arranged upon request for ongoing clients.

Cancellation policy: I require one week’s notice for cancellations; otherwise the full session fee applies.

Please get in touch for information about clinical supervision fees.

If you have any questions or would like to arrange a brief introductory call to discuss whether therapy may be helpful for you, please feel free to get in touch.

I provide therapy and supervision in English and Greek.

As a registered Counselling Psychologist, I work in accordance with the professional and ethical standards of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).