Ian Leigh | Counselling & Psychotherapy | London
Ian Leigh — Counselling & Psychotherapy
I'm an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist, working 1-to-1 with adults, in Shoreditch, East London, close to Liverpool Street Station, and online

"It is never too late to be
what you might have been."

— George Eliot

What brings people here

You don't need to have — everything figured out.

Feeling lost and not knowing what to do next is common. Many people I work with are dealing with anxiety, depression, difficult relationships, low self-esteem, grief, stress, anger, or substance misuse. These experiences can be exhausting and are often the signs of something deeper. Together we can explore them safely and compassionately, and bring more awareness to what's going on — so you have more choice about how to respond.

Anxiety Depression Difficult relationships Low self-esteem Grief & loss Stress Anger Substance misuse Life transitions Identity & belonging Trauma Loneliness
How I work

Gently, collaboratively — and at your pace.

We'll work together to explore your thoughts and feelings — helping you reconnect with your sense of self, understand how the past has shaped you, and develop new ways of being and relating.

Understanding patterns

Together we look at what's happening beneath the surface — the beliefs, histories, and relational dynamics that shape your sense of self.

Building capacity

You'll develop practical tools for self-regulation, stronger boundaries, and a clearer understanding of yourself — changes you can integrate into your life.

Moving forward

We'll work toward a greater sense of freedom — to explore your emerging sense of self, express your boundaries, and discover how to relate to others more authentically.

Specialist areas

Where I offer — deeper expertise.

Trauma & Complex Trauma

Trauma, whether a single event or sustained over time, can shape how we see ourselves and relate to others long after the events have passed. I offer a safe, empathic space to process these experiences, moving at a pace that feels right for you, with support for emotional regulation throughout.

Antagonistic, Narcissistic and Toxic Relationships

Whether past or present, relationships with antagonistic or controlling dynamics can leave a lasting imprint on self-esteem, identity, and personal boundaries. I offer space to untangle the effects and rediscover your voice and sense of self.

Working with Men

Many men arrive in therapy having spent years being competent — at work, in relationships, as providers and problem-solvers — while something quieter goes unattended. A sense that life is happening at a slight distance. That the people closest to you don't quite know you and, you don't quite know yourself.

Ready to take
the next step?

Book a free consultation

You don't have to face things alone.