Philip Adlem

I have upcoming availability on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from my London Practice in Carnaby/Soho.

Therapy with me is collaborative and grounded. We focus on understanding the roots of problems rather than just managing symptoms, creating space for real and sustainable change. You’ll find the work thoughtful, challenging when it needs to be, and always centered on your goals.

I hold an MSc in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic modalities, completing my qualifications while working in a demanding emergency services role. This professional experience in life-threatening situations shapes the way I work as a therapist: providing a grounding presence, with expertise and candour, and able to stay with you through what is difficult without retreating from it.

My written work on masculinity in therapy has been published by the Journal of Psychodynamic Practice and is taught on the University of London's MSc syllabus as a core text for trainee therapists. In addition, I have over twenty years’ experience working with people whose lives have been impacted by work stress, sexual violence, domestic abuse, war zones, addiction, homelessness, abandonment, the pressure to provide for others, anxiety, phobias, the impact of social media and fame, and depression. I also work with people who struggle with behaviours they’re not proud of and want to understand themselves better so they can treat others differently or be kinder to themselves. 

Before working in private practice, my one-to-one work included roles within the NHS, bereavement services and the criminal justice system.

I also understand the reluctance many people feel when approaching therapy for the first time. It’s easy to see it as a weakness, but in reality it takes considerable strength to challenge stigma, take a risk on someone else, and begin the work.

My practice is one-to-one work for adults and young adults, in person or online. I work in 50 minute slots,  ideally weekly for best impact, but other arrangements can be discussed in the initial consultation. I have experience in both short or fixed term, goal focused work, and more expansive long-term and open-ended work - which would be best for you in your circumstances can be thought about together.

I offer a free 20 minute phone or online consultation. Following this the first session will be an opportunity for us both to understand more about each other before deciding whether to continue with the course of therapy.