Thomas Coles

About Me

Hi, I’m Tom. I offer one-to-one therapy for individuals and couples, providing a supportive space where you can talk openly and feel heard. My office is based in Redbourn, and I work both in person and online, depending on what feels right for you. I bring over ten years of experience in a variety of therapeutic settings, including clinical roles at The Priory Hospital in North London and The Florence Nightingale Hospital in Marylebone.

Areas of Specialisation

My three main areas of specialisation are:

• Emotional difficulties (anxiety, anger, depression, etc.)
• Couples Therapy
• Addiction & Substance Use

Emotional Difficulties

This refers to intense or disproportionate emotional experiences that often lead to harmful behaviours or relationship difficulties.

I specialise in working with:

• Anxiety & Depression
• Anger & Emotional Distress
• Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD / EUPD)

I have trained extensively in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) - an evidence-based treatment specifically developed to help with these issues.

Couples

I also specialise in working with couples. I offer an honest, open, yet robust approach to helping couples:

• Improve communication
• Solve problems collaboratively
• Deepen intimacy and closeness

This may include addressing sexual difficulties, for which I have received specialised training.

Addiction & Substance Use

My background is rooted in working with addiction, and I have extensive experience helping people reduce and abstain from substance use as part of their recovery. I take a practical, behavioural, and evidence-based approach to addressing these often challenging problems. I offer both 1:1 and group options for addiction - please contact me for further details.

The above specialisations are not an exhaustive list and I have experience working with a range of psychological and behavioural areas. Please feel free to contact me if you want to discuss working together.

My Approach

My therapeutic style is integrative, which means I draw from a range of approaches depending on your needs. Some sessions may focus on insight and understanding, while others are more practical and skills-based. I believe one of the most important ingredients in successful therapy is a trusting relationship. I provide a confidential, supportive space where this can develop naturally and safely. I aim to offer a therapy experience that is effective, validating and empathic, yet honest & direct when appropriate.

Therapy Room

Sessions take place in my purpose-built therapy room in Redbourn, just outside St Albans. It’s a quiet, comfortable, and private environment with easy access and plentiful parking.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy
• Postgraduate Diploma in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Bangor University (2-year)
• Registered member of Society for DBT in the UK (SfDBT)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Relationship & Psychosexual Therapy
• Completed with CICS (2-year )
• COSRT Registered Relationship & Psychosexual Therapist

Getting Started

I appreciate that finding the right therapist can be challenging. To help you make an informed decision, I offer a free 20-minute consultation by phone or Zoom. This gives us the opportunity to discuss whether we’re a good fit, and whether my skills and approach suit your needs.

What to Expect

In our first session, we’ll explore:

• How the therapy process works
• What your expectations are
• Your goals and how best to move forward
• Therapy Options

I offer both short-term and long-term therapy, usually on a weekly basis. Sessions are available:

• In person, at my private therapy space in Redbourn
• Online, via Zoom

About Me

Hi, I’m Tom. I offer one-to-one therapy for individuals and couples, providing a supportive space where you can talk openly and feel heard. My office is based in Redbourn, and I work both in person and online, depending on what feels right for you. I bring over ten years of experience in a variety of therapeutic settings, including clinical roles at The Priory Hospital in North London and The Florence Nightingale Hospital in Marylebone.

Areas of Specialisation

My three main areas of specialisation are:

• Emotional difficulties (anxiety, anger, depression, etc.)
• Couples Therapy
• Addiction & Substance Use

Emotional Difficulties

This refers to intense or disproportionate emotional experiences that often lead to harmful behaviours or relationship difficulties.

I specialise in working with:

• Anxiety & Depression
• Anger & Emotional Distress
• Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD / EUPD)

I have trained extensively in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) - an evidence-based treatment specifically developed to help with these issues.

Couples

I also specialise in working with couples. I offer an honest, open, yet robust approach to helping couples:

• Improve communication
• Solve problems collaboratively
• Deepen intimacy and closeness

This may include addressing sexual difficulties, for which I have received specialised training.

Addiction & Substance Use

My background is rooted in working with addiction, and I have extensive experience helping people reduce and abstain from substance use as part of their recovery. I take a practical, behavioural, and evidence-based approach to addressing these often challenging problems. I offer both 1:1 and group options for addiction - please contact me for further details.

The above specialisations are not an exhaustive list and I have experience working with a range of psychological and behavioural areas. Please feel free to contact me if you want to discuss working together.

My Approach

My therapeutic style is integrative, which means I draw from a range of approaches depending on your needs. Some sessions may focus on insight and understanding, while others are more practical and skills-based. I believe one of the most important ingredients in successful therapy is a trusting relationship. I provide a confidential, supportive space where this can develop naturally and safely. I aim to offer a therapy experience that is effective, validating and empathic, yet honest & direct when appropriate.

Therapy Room

Sessions take place in my purpose-built therapy room in Redbourn, just outside St Albans. It’s a quiet, comfortable, and private environment with easy access and plentiful parking.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy
• Postgraduate Diploma in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Bangor University (2-year)
• Registered member of Society for DBT in the UK (SfDBT)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Relationship & Psychosexual Therapy
• Completed with CICS (2-year )
• COSRT Registered Relationship & Psychosexual Therapist

Getting Started

I appreciate that finding the right therapist can be challenging. To help you make an informed decision, I offer a free 20-minute consultation by phone or Zoom. This gives us the opportunity to discuss whether we’re a good fit, and whether my skills and approach suit your needs.

What to Expect

In our first session, we’ll explore:

• How the therapy process works
• What your expectations are
• Your goals and how best to move forward

About Me

Hi, I’m Tom. I offer one-to-one therapy for individuals and couples, providing a supportive space where you can talk openly and feel heard. My office is based in Redbourn, and I work both in person and online, depending on what feels right for you. I bring over ten years of experience in a variety of therapeutic settings, including clinical roles at The Priory Hospital in North London and The Florence Nightingale Hospital in Marylebone.

Areas of Specialisation

My three main areas of specialisation are:

• Emotional difficulties (anxiety, anger, depression, etc.)
• Couples Therapy
• Addiction & Substance Use

Emotional Difficulties

This refers to intense or disproportionate emotional experiences that often lead to harmful behaviours or relationship difficulties.

I specialise in working with:

• Anxiety & Depression
• Anger & Emotional Distress
• Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD / EUPD)

I have trained extensively in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) - an evidence-based treatment specifically developed to help with these issues.

Couples

I also specialise in working with couples. I offer an honest, open, yet robust approach to helping couples:

• Improve communication
• Solve problems collaboratively
• Deepen intimacy and closeness

This may include addressing sexual difficulties, for which I have received specialised training.

Addiction & Substance Use

My background is rooted in working with addiction, and I have extensive experience helping people reduce and abstain from substance use as part of their recovery. I take a practical, behavioural, and evidence-based approach to addressing these often challenging problems. I offer both 1:1 and group options for addiction - please contact me for further details.

The above specialisations are not an exhaustive list and I have experience working with a range of psychological and behavioural areas. Please feel free to contact me if you want to discuss working together.

My Approach

My therapeutic style is integrative, which means I draw from a range of approaches depending on your needs. Some sessions may focus on insight and understanding, while others are more practical and skills-based. I believe one of the most important ingredients in successful therapy is a trusting relationship. I provide a confidential, supportive space where this can develop naturally and safely. I aim to offer a therapy experience that is effective, validating and empathic, yet honest & direct when appropriate.

Therapy Room

Sessions take place in my purpose-built therapy room in Redbourn, just outside St Albans. It’s a quiet, comfortable, and private environment with easy access and plentiful parking.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy
• Postgraduate Diploma in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Bangor University (2-year)
• Registered member of Society for DBT in the UK (SfDBT)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Relationship & Psychosexual Therapy
• Completed with CICS (2-year )
• COSRT Registered Relationship & Psychosexual Therapist

Getting Started

I appreciate that finding the right therapist can be challenging. To help you make an informed decision, I offer a free 20-minute consultation by phone or Zoom. This gives us the opportunity to discuss whether we’re a good fit, and whether my skills and approach suit your needs.

What to Expect

In our first session, we’ll explore:

• How the therapy process works
• What your expectations are
• Your goals and how best to move forward

Therapy Options

I offer both short-term and long-term therapy, usually on a weekly basis. Sessions are available:

• In person, at my private therapy space in Redbourn
• Online, via Zoom