My Approach

If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns that no longer make sense, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to face it by yourself.

My work is thoughtful, collaborative, and grounded in trust. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, relationship difficulties, identity questions, work burnout, or a sense of being “not quite okay,” therapy can offer a space to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and begin to move forward with greater confidence.

You might recognise yourself in some of the following:

Feeling anxious or restless, even when there’s no obvious reason
A sense of emptiness, low mood, or emotional disconnection
Fear of rejection, abandonment, or being “too much” in a relationship
Difficulty trusting yourself, your feelings, or your decisions
Growing exhaustion from work pressure, burnout, or a toxic environment
Feeling different, unseen, or not quite belonging — socially, professionally, or emotionally

These experiences often have roots in earlier relationships or life experiences and can continue to shape how we relate to ourselves and others long into adulthood. Together, we explore how past experiences, relationships, and unconscious patterns influence how you think, feel, and relate today. As this understanding deepens, new choices and possibilities open up.

About Me

I’m Dean Palmer, a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist, BACP-registered counsellor, and executive coach.

In my therapy work, I offer a calm, thoughtful space where complex emotional experiences can be explored with care, depth, and without judgement.

Before training as a therapist, I spent many years working as a television executive in high-pressure creative and corporate environments. This gives me a strong understanding of performance, identity, stress, ambition, and sustained pressure — both professionally and personally.

I hold an MSc (Distinction) and Clinical Diploma in Psychotherapy from the Metanoia Institute and a Coaching Certification from the University of Cambridge. I am a UKCP-accredited psychotherapist and a BACP-registered counsellor, and I work with AXA and Vitality insurance providers.

I always offer a free 15-minute consultation by phone or Zoom — a relaxed, no-obligation conversation to help you decide whether I’m the right psychotherapist for you.

I work in London (Clapham SW4) and online across the UK.

My website is www.deanpalmer.co.uk, and email is dean@deanpalmer.co.uk

I work with

• Companies
• Individuals

Special Interests

Like all UKCP registered psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors I can work with a wide range of issues, but here are some areas in which I have a special interest or additional experience.

Types of Therapies Offered

• Integrative Psychotherapist