Gareth

Mr Gareth Sammer, MSc

Psychotherapist

“Are you feeling overwhelmed in life? Are strong emotions, intrusive thoughts or unwanted behaviours causing you to struggle? Then know you don't have to face them alone. I promise to provide you with a safe, compassionate, empathic and understanding space to explore what's truly happening for you, allowing you to find clarity and discover new ways forward. With over 13 years experience working with clients, your wellbeing will always be my top priority.”

About Me

Welcome! I'm Gareth, a counsellor, psychotherapist and hypnotherapist based in Chiswick West London. I've been working with clients since 2012 and so bring a wealth of understanding, knowledge and experience into my therapeutic work. I'm trained in the Transactional Analyses modality but incorporate aspects of CBT, Gestalt, Mindfulness, Positive Psychology and other approaches to my work, recognising that each person is an individual and so needs a slightly different way of working.

Approach

My approach is routed in the Transactional Analyses modality where we'll spend time exploring your struggles in the here and now whilst also building trust and rapport between us which is essential for successful therapy. We'll then gradually begin to explore the origins of your struggles as often people will find current difficulties have their roots in the distant past even if that's no immediately obvious. Through an exploration of your thoughts, feelings and experiences in both the past and the present, we'll gradually begin to help you understand what's happening for you in the here and now, giving you support and encouragement as you begin to explore new ways of being and trying new ways to help yourself achieve the life you truly desire. And as the Transactional Analysis approach is rich in theory, if you're the type of person who likes to really understand what's happening for them, we can also spend time exploring how psychological theory has been played out in your life.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

I work with a broad range of issues however if your struggle is something I don't work with, I'll be more than happy to recommend a trusted colleague who can help you.

Services Offered:

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Hypnosis

    A therapeutic technique that uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access the subconscious mind and facilitate positive change.

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  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Therapy

    Professional treatment for mental health concerns, providing a structured space for insight, emotional processing, and behavioural change.

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  • Sex Therapy

    Specialised therapy addressing sexual concerns such as low desire, performance anxiety, pain during sex, or mismatched needs between partners.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Sexual Issues

    Difficulties related to sexual functioning, desire, identity, or behaviour that cause distress or interfere with relationships.

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  • LGBTQI+ Support

    The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.

  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Credentials

Registrations

Mindspace Foundation; National Counseling Society

Acreddited Member

Qualifications

Diploma in Relational Transactional Analysis Counselling

Metanoia Institute

Year: 2017

Advanced Diploma in Psychotherapy and Counselling

Royal College of Nursing

Year: 2013

Diploma in Hypnotherapy

Royal College of Nursing

Year: 2011

Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling

Royal College of Nursing

Year: 2012

Master of Science

Middlesex University / Metanoia Institute

Year: 2018

Memberships

UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

Membership: 2011171481

National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS)

Service Areas

Room for Therapists

In-person & Online

Chiswick

London, England

United Kingdom

Chiswick, London, United Kingdom