Kristen Cook, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Kristen Cook

London
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Kristen Cook, UKCP Accredited Psychotherapist

Kristen Cook

London
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My Approach

My approach is integrative and trauma-informed, shaped around you and what feels most helpful.

At the centre of my work is a steady, relational space where trust can build over time. This can be especially important if you find it hard to open up or don’t quite know where to begin.

Sessions may involve talking, creative exploration or gently noticing how emotions are experienced in the body. Sometimes therapy is about finding words, and sometimes it’s about sitting with what’s there until words begin to come.

I draw from psychodynamic ideas, attachment theory and neuroscience-informed practice to help make sense of patterns, relationships and emotional responses in a way that feels grounded and accessible.

I often support people experiencing anxiety, low mood, trauma, questions around identity, neurodiversity, life transitions or difficulties in relationships.

For children and young people, I may use play, art or metaphor to support expression in ways that feel natural and safe. I also offer reflective sessions for parents and carers who want to better understand their child’s emotional world.

Therapy isn’t about fixing you. It’s about having space to be seen, held and understood and from there, beginning to piece things back together in a way that feels more like you. You don’t need to have the right words, just a sense that something in you is ready to be heard.

About Me

You don’t have to hold it all together.
Therapy for when things feel like they’re quietly falling apart.

I’m an integrative psychotherapist working with young people and adults who may appear to be coping on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck or unsure underneath.

You might not have clear words for what’s going on. Sometimes it’s simply a sense that something isn’t quite right.

I will meet you where you are, at a pace that feels manageable. Therapy offers a space to pause, breathe and begin to make sense of your experiences in a way that feels steady and supported.

I offer online sessions, as well as in-person appointments for those who prefer to meet face-to-face. Online therapy can be a flexible and accessible way to access support, wherever you are.

With over 17 years of experience across education, charities and private practice, I have supported children, young people, adults and families through a wide range of emotional challenges. My background includes working closely with children and families, including those with special educational needs, as well as within community and mental health settings. These experiences continue to shape how I understand emotional development, family dynamics and the wider systems that impact wellbeing.

I don’t believe people need to be “fixed.” Often, what is needed is space to be understood, to sit with what feels difficult and to begin making sense of it at your own pace.

I hold a Diploma in Child and Adolescent Counselling and an MA in Psychotherapy. I offer a warm, thoughtful and non-judgmental space where you can show up as you are, without pressure to have everything figured out.

I work with

  • Children and young people
  • 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.

Anxiety can feel like your mind won’t slow down or your body won’t settle. I help you understand what’s driving it and feel more steady in yourself.
At times, it can feel unclear who you are or where you fit. I support you in exploring your sense of self and feeling more grounded in who you are.
It can be hard to know how best to support your child, especially when emotions run high. I offer space to think, reflect and feel more confident in how you respond.
You might notice the same patterns playing out or feel stuck in how you connect with others. Together we explore this and find a way forward that feels different.
Sometimes experiences stay with you in ways that are hard to explain. I offer a safe space to gently make sense of what you’ve been through, at your own pace.

Types of Therapies Offered

  • Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist

What I can help with

  • Abuse
  • ADHD
  • Age-related Issues
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Bereavement
  • Bullying
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family
  • Health-related Issues
  • Identity Problems
  • Mental Health Issues
  • Parents
  • Relationships
  • Sexuality
  • Stress
  • Trauma

Types of sessions

  • Face to Face - Long Term
  • Face to Face - Short Term
  • Online Therapy

Office

The Practice NW10 15a Station Terrace
London NW10

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Cost:

My standard fee is £80 per session.

Therapy on weekdays, evenings, and weekends, is designed to fit your busy life.

Concession:

I believe therapy should be accessible and sustainable for everyone. I offer a sliding scale to accommodate different financial situations. Please feel free to reach out, and we can discuss a rate that suits your needs.

North Finchley Office

36b Woodhouse Road
North Finchley N12 0RG

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UKCP College

  • College for Child and Adolescent Psychotherapies (CCAP)

Working with Children

For more information about therapy for children and young people, visit our info page.
Kristen Cook

Kristen Cook

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