“We think we listen, but very rarely do we listen with real understanding, true empathy. Yet listening, of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know”.

Carl Rogers

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Hello, welcome to my website. I am integrative psychotherapist. I have been working with children, young people and adults for over 25 years in a multitude of settings including education, charity, voluntary organisations and multidisciplinary teams (MDT) collaboratively providing comprehensive care and therapeutic support. I strongly believe that our experiences can be explored and worked through when they have impacted our lives. These may evoke feelings of anxiety, low mood or trauma which may affect how you feel and live your life. For me it is important that clients have the freedom to explore experiences in a private, warm, safe space.

I work in private practice in Clapham and Wimbledon I am an accredited registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and abide by their code of ethics. 

My beliefs strongly underpins my integrative approach which combines different therapeutic and theoretical approaches in a integrative way this includes person-centred, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), trauma informed practices, inner child work, Brief Solution therapy, Somatic bodywork and attachment. As a psychotherapist, I am aware of the difficulties clients face and the stigma attached to seeing a therapist, but I strongly feel that through these pathways and steps forward into counselling and Psychotherapy positive changes will occur in client’s lives. 

I am passionate about helping clients explore and work through their difficulties and issues they may be experiencing or have experienced in their life. I have extensive experience of working with the following issues such as anger, trauma, low self-esteem, self-confidence, depression, substance abuse, anxiety, bereavement, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, suicidal ideation and self-harm. My integrative approach enables clients to be aware of the strengths they have and through this process develop and build trusting relationship where clients can freely explore your feelings where I support positive long-term change.    

I believe therapy can help clients explore and work through those experiences that impact upon them as an individual and with my warm, empathic, compassionate and non-judgemental approach I am sensitive and committed in supporting clients work towards making positive steps of change in their life. I offer face to face and online sessions. 

Hugh Howe is an experienced and compassionate Integrative Psychotherapist with over 25 years of dedicated work supporting children, young people, and adults. His extensive career spans a variety of settings, including education, the charity sector, voluntary organisations, and multidisciplinary teams, where he has delivered therapeutic support with warmth, empathy, and clinical insight. 

Hugh works from private practices in Clapham and Wimbledon, offering a safe, confidential space where clients are invited to explore their experiences at their own pace. He holds an MA in Integrative Psychotherapy and is an accredited registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP), adhering to the organisation’s ethical framework. 

Hugh’s integrative approach combines a range of theoretical models tailored to meet individual needs, including Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed Practice, Somatic Bodywork, Inner Child Work, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, and Attachment Theory. He places a strong emphasis on building a trusting therapeutic relationship, which he believes is central to effective, long-lasting change. 

His areas of expertise include trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, substance abuse, bereavement, domestic and sexual abuse, suicidal ideation, and self-harm. With deep respect for each person’s journey, Hugh is committed to supporting clients in finding greater clarity, resilience, and healing. 

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About Me

Hugh Howe, MA, MBACP (ACCRED)

Hello, welcome to my website. I’m an experienced and compassionate Integrative Psychotherapist with over 25 years of working with children, young people, and adults. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of supporting clients in a range of settings, including education, the charity sector, voluntary organisations, and multidisciplinary teams. My aim has always been to provide thoughtful, effective therapeutic support rooted in empathy and understanding. 

I currently work in private practice in both Clapham and Wimbledon, where I offer a warm, confidential space for clients to explore their experiences in a way that feels safe and empowering. I hold an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy and am an accredited registered member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), working in accordance with their ethical framework. 

My integrative approach draws on a range of therapeutic models tailored to the individual needs of each client. These include Person-Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Informed Practice, Somatic Bodywork, Inner Child Work, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, and Attachment Theory. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship, and I work collaboratively with my clients to support meaningful, lasting change. 

I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, anger, substance use, bereavement, emotional, domestic and sexual abuse, suicidal thoughts, and self-harm. I am passionate about helping people make sense of their experiences, reconnect with their inner strengths, and move forward in ways that feel right for them. 

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Therapy

Taking Steps Forward in Counselling

If counselling interests you, the first step is simple and approachable. I offer a reduced fee for an initial consultation, where we can discuss your concerns, explore what you’ve been experiencing, and assess how counselling may benefit you. This session will help us determine whether therapy is the right fit for you, what you’d like to achieve, and how we can tailor the approach to meet your needs.

During our conversation, we can also discuss scheduling a time that works best for you, whether you’re looking for short-term support or something more long-term. My sessions are £75 for 50 minutes,
and I am available weekdays, as well as Sundays until 6pm.

I have experience working with a wide range of challenges, including:

Anxiety

Low mood

Depression

Family and relationship issues

Panic Attacks

Anger

Low self esteem

Bereavement and loss

Location and Fees

I currently work in the Clapham area which has good transportation links (Clapham Junction train station, Clapham common tube station and various buses).  I also work in Wimbledon which has bus and train stations. I offer a reduced rate for an initial consultation session and there on after sessions are £75 per session.  

40-44 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London, SW19 1RQ

76a Battersea Rise, Clapham, London, SW11 1EH

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Wimbledon SW19

Testimonials

What our clients say

Overall I have a great experience having counselling because I was able to talk about things that were difficult for me in my life. It made me a stronger and confident person and I would like to say thank you Hugh for being there for me.
Female, 16, East London
I was not in a very good place mentally, emotionally and physically. These sessions with Hugh have helped me to over come my road blocks and personal issues. I was able to talk through and understand what actually was going on for me. I can proudly say I am able to deal and take care of myself better, and in a much better position mentally in life now. Thank you so much Hugh.
Male, 20, East London
I struggled developing relationships as I battled with myself expressing and opening up to others without any fear and anxiety of being judged. It was through these sessions with Hugh that helped and provided me with the confidence to face and deal with my own uncertainties about myself. Thanks Hugh for listening and providing the support that has now given me the confidence to go forward in life.
Male, 31, South London
“I was working with Hugh for over a year and it was one of the best decisions I made, Hugh is an excellent counsellor who talks to you and not at you, I have seen improvements in my own life thanks to the sessions with Hugh. The sessions are collaborative and Hugh gets you in involved in the sessions, Hugh makes you feel at ease and welcome, his sessions are very helpful and always drops gems that will help you in this game called life”.
Patrick, 40, South London
Thank you for being a part of my journey. You’ve helped me to have faith in myself as well as trust for others. I truly appreciate each and every session, and don’t regret taking any step. Thank you once again!
Female, 25, Clapham, South London
Thank you so much Hugh for standing by me throughout. Coming into therapy wasn’t easy for me, as lots of things were going on in my life that affected me, as well as my marriage and family. The support you gave me helped me to move forward and gave me permission to talk finally about what was troubling me. Thanks again Hugh.
Female, 16, South London
Thank you so much Hugh for standing by me throughout. Coming into therapy wasn’t easy for me, as lots of things were going on in my life that affected me, as well as my marriage and family. The support you gave me helped me to move forward and gave me permission to talk finally about what was troubling me. Thanks again Hugh.
Male, 31, Kennington, South London
Before seeing Hugh, I had done therapy before, but I still felt “stuck” in certain ways of thinking. Hugh was an essential partner in unlocking the right tools to combat my anxiety and personal roadblocks, and for setting me up for future success. Because of the strategies we worked on, my sessions with Hugh will continue to serve me long after our time together has ended. If you are looking for a knowledgeable and compassionate perspective, I highly recommend reaching out to Hugh. Thank you, Hugh, for all that you have done for me!
Female, 32, South London
Thanks for all the time you gave me. I really appreciated it, and you helped me so much. Having a platform where I can speak and be myself was amazing and really helped me to cool off. Thank you for listening and never judging me. You accepted me for the real me. I feel honoured to have been able to talk to you every week, and I think its pretty obvious that I will miss our sessions. The sessions were the highlight of my week. You really took the weight off my shoulders, and I can never thank you enough.
Female, 17, East London
All my gratitude

I came to Hugh having low expectations of what counselling do for me, but Hugh was welcoming and understanding from the first session. The sessions became the highlight of my week and I would emerge feeling like a huge weight had been lifted and feel positivity and hope. Hugh gave me the power to view things from a different perspective and has helped me enjoy the good things in life again. Even though this chapter has been resolved, I would not hesitate to reach out to Hugh again should anything change in the future. Thank you for all your help!
Female, 25, South London
You gave me the space to get a lot of my shoulders and didn’t judge me. I was depressed and feeling low for a long time. I had suicidal thoughts which stopped me from going to college and living my life. You helped me so much to understand and work through my anxieties. Thank you, Hugh.
Female, 18, London
I felt my thoughts were taken very seriously and felt my therapist respected me and was caring. This helped me to face and work through the problems that affected me in my life. Thank you so much for being there for me.
Male,18, South London
We were increasingly worried about some aspects of our 11 year old son’s behaviour and his general mental well-being. So we approached Hugh who undertook a course of therapy with him. Over a period of weekly sessions we found our son increasingly happy to visit Hugh and his gentle approach seemed to bring about a noticeable improvement in his apparent wellbeing. All in all we would recommend Hugh very highly, noting of course that it takes a while to get results and, as with children more generally, it is sometimes it is two steps forward and one back. However, we feel like he now is a much happier 11-year-old boy.”
Parents, South London
Deciding to find yourself a therapist can feel like a surrender; ending a shouting match you’ve been having with your own head by simply throwing the toys out the pram and asking somebody else to pick them up and put them back in. It shouldn’t be, and therapy with Hugh certainly wasn’t: it was a victory that snuck slowly out of nowhere. It transliterated the battle between me and my brain into a solicitous conversation between the two of us, one that not only let the clouds lift on my anxiety and depression, but gave a gilt-edge outline to a proud sense of self my own neuroses had up until that point forced me to repeatedly detour around. With Hugh I went from getting lost in myself and losing myself in the process to being able to elide my past and present selves into a cohesive and honest conception of who I am that I am continually proud of without even realising it. Now when I stare inside I don’t have to flinch and look away, thanks to Hugh I simply smile.’

Continual thanks for everything you’ve done!
Male, 25, South London
“I came to Hugh with what I can only describe as OCD-type symptoms: thoughts generated internally, that took on the semblance of reality and led me to check and recheck things to give myself the relief these scary thoughts were not real. Hugh helped me to challenge this negative internal critic, and gave me tangible ways to combat these thoughts as they arise. A key outcome is that, whilst I accept I still need work on why I have those thoughts in the first place, they don’t cast a shadow over everything I do with anything like the power that they used to. Hugh provided a safe and welcoming environment, and a lot of empathy, and I’m very thankful to have undertaken this course of CBT with him”.
Male, 35, South London
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