Niki

Mrs Niki Costas Tanto

Psychotherapist (Registered)

I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist in central London and Richmond Upon Thames.

About Me

I am a registered psychotherapist and accredited counsellor based in Richmond, Greater London. I work with adults affected by abuse, anxiety, mood disorders, cross-cultural stress, and grief. I offer divorce counselling and individual psychotherapy in a confidential, practical setting.

Approach

Working across central and Richmond areas of London, I create a steady, practical space where we map what matters most to you. Sessions are quietly focused and paced to your tolerance: we track patterns, name emotions and safety needs, and I offer gentle challenges alongside practical steps to try between meetings. For people carrying grief, cross‑cultural strains, abuse or chronic anxiety, the work often moves from feeling overwhelmed to clearer choices and calmer moments day to day. If you want collaborative, grounded therapy, this way of working may suit you.
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Basic Information

Services


I offer psychotherapy and counselling services. I also offer clinical supervision to mental health professionals and trainees.

Services Offered:

  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Psychodynamic Therapy

    A therapy that explores how past experiences and unconscious patterns shape current feelings, relationships, and behaviour.

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  • Supervision

    Professional oversight for therapists and counsellors, providing guidance, ethical support, and reflective space for their clinical work.

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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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Works With:

  • Adults

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.

  • Anxiety

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

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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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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Cross-Cultural

    The psychological challenges of living between two or more cultures, including identity conflicts, acculturation stress, and difficulties with belonging.

  • 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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  • Divorce Counseling

    Counselling for individuals or couples going through separation or divorce, addressing the emotional, practical, and relational dimensions.

  • LGBTQI+ Support

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

  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist (Registered)

    A psychotherapist who is formally registered with a regulatory or professional body in their jurisdiction.

Qualifications


Metanoia Institute/middlesex University

Metanoia Institute

The Grove Practice

Registrations


UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP)

Psychotherapist

British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Accredited Psychotherapist/Counsellor

Memberships


British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Full Member

Membership: 24243

Service Area


Central London

In-person & Online

London, Greater London

United Kingdom