About me

Daphne Pratt
MBACP – Relationship & Couples Psychotherapist, Systemic Practitioner, Fertility & IVF Counselling Specialist & Parenting Coach

Welcome to Daphne Pratt Counselling!

Hi, I’m Daphne – a qualified counselling professional with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples and families. I hold specialised qualifications in couples and relationship integrative therapy, enabling me to provide effective support for partners navigating challenges or seeking to strengthen their connection. My relationship work helps couples improve communication, rebuild trust, resolve conflicts, and rediscover intimacy in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

Beyond my couples work, I offer counselling for adults and young people facing various psychological and emotional difficulties, including anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger issues, ADHD, low moods, self-harm, low self-esteem, stress, and feeling overwhelmed. My background in systemic family therapy and psychodynamic approaches informs my practice, and I’m also a qualified family mediator and parenting coach.

I’m committed to providing therapy that responds to each client’s unique needs. I bring particular sensitivity to cultural and racial issues that can affect individuals and relationships, helping clients navigate these complex dimensions of their experiences. As a parenting coach, I support parents in developing effective communication strategies with their children and managing the challenges of family life.

Whether you’re seeking support as an individual, with your partner, or for your family, I’m here to provide a confidential space where healing and positive change can happen. Thank you for considering Daphne Pratt Counselling for your therapy needs.

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•⁠ ⁠*Accred. by COSRT* Professional Certificate in Couples/Relationship Therapy PG Dip. In Leadership & Management •⁠ ⁠*PG Dip.* in Systemic Family Therapy (Children Focused Systemic Practice) •⁠ ⁠*Grad. Dip.* in Systemic Family Therapy (Couples & Families) •⁠ ⁠*Cert.* in Psychodynamic Marital & Couple Counselling •⁠ ⁠*Interpersonal Mediator Pract. Cert.*

— Accreditations —

``I put my clients at ease regardless of what issues are being brought to therapy.``

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— How it works —

Therapy Process
Introductory Consultation

The first step is a free Introductory consultation by telephone which will give you the chance to outline the difficulties you want to address and to discuss the best way forward. We can talk about what you want from therapy and work out the best possible options to suit your individual needs. It’s friendly, informal and completely confidential.

 

To book your Introductory consultation, click on the booking form below and select your preferred date and time or email us here, contact@daphneprattcounselling.co.uk. The introduction call will be an opportunity for you to ask any questions or discuss any concerns that you may have, and it doesn’t commit you to any further ongoing therapy, consultation, mediation, or coaching.

Session Plan

Following the introductory consultation, counselling and therapy sessions can be arranged weekly, fortnightly, or according to a schedule that suits your needs. Individual sessions are between 50 and 60 minutes, and couples or family sessions between 50 and 75 minutes. Occasionally there may be between-session activities to support your progress.

The number of sessions will vary depending on your individual circumstances. We will discuss and agree together on the most appropriate approach for your therapy. You have the flexibility to book individual sessions or opt for a regular arrangement

Full Process

There is no fixed number of sessions, sometimes, fortnightly or monthly counselling sessions are more appropriate for a range of different reasons and again this can be discussed and agreed during the initial consultation. Often, after having weekly sessions and beginning to feel better, clients drop down to fortnightly appointments, then down to monthly appointments because they prefer a gradual end to their therapy. All this can be discussed and agreed so that your therapy exactly suits you as an individual.

— FIRST CONSULTATION —

Full assessment

Identify key issues

Therapy process explained

Discuss any concerns

Book your 30-minute Introductory Consultation below

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— make your choice —

Session Plans

Individual Adult/Young Person Counselling

  • Individual counselling provides a neutral, confidential and non-judgemental space for adults and young people to explore anxiety, stress, self-esteem and workplace challenges. Together we develop personalised coping strategies, build emotional awareness and empower you to make the changes you want to see in your life.

Couples and Relationship Counselling

  • Couples and relationship counselling focuses on improving communication, deepening emotional connection and building mutual understanding. Together, we explore unhelpful patterns, develop conflict resolution skills and strengthen the foundations of your relationship through practical tools and therapeutic support

Family Relationship Counselling

  • Family relationship counselling supports couples, families and individuals through difficulties and life transitions. We work together on communication, conflict resolution and rebuilding trust, addressing unhelpful patterns early and helping families navigate challenges such as separation, divorce and co-parenting — creating a safe space where every family member feels heard..

Parenting Coaching

  • Parenting coaching supports parents and carers in nurturing the emotional, mental and physical well-being of children and young people. Through family mediation and early intervention, we work together to address emerging challenges before they become entrenched, helping families build healthier, more supportive relationships

Fertility Counselling

    • Fertility counselling offers a safe and supportive space to process the emotional challenges of fertility treatment, pregnancy loss or the journey towards parenthood. Whether you are navigating this alone or as a couple, I am here to help you through.

Individual – Adult/Young

  • Individual counselling provides a neutral, confidential and non-judgemental space for adults and young people to explore anxiety, stress, self-esteem and workplace challenges. Together we develop personalised coping strategies, build emotional awareness and empower you to make the changes you want to see in your life.

Couples and Relationship

  • Couples and relationship counselling focuses on improving communication, deepening emotional connection and building mutual understanding. Together, we explore unhelpful patterns, develop conflict resolution skills and strengthen the foundations of your relationship through practical tools and therapeutic support

Parenting Coaching

  • Parenting coaching supports parents and carers in nurturing the emotional, mental and physical well-being of children and young people. Through family mediation and early intervention, we work together to address emerging challenges before they become entrenched, helping families build healthier, more supportive relationships

Family relationship counselling

  • Family relationship counselling supports couples, families and individuals through difficulties and life transitions. We work together on communication, conflict resolution and rebuilding trust, addressing unhelpful patterns early and helping families navigate challenges such as separation, divorce and co-parenting — creating a safe space where every family member feels heard.

Fertility Counselling

  • Fertility counselling offers a safe and supportive space to process the emotional challenges of fertility treatment, pregnancy loss or the journey towards parenthood. Whether you are navigating this alone or as a couple, I am here to help you through.

*Thursday mornings: Limited availability
*Saturday mornings: Limited availability by special arrangement for an additional £10 premium.

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— How I work —

Online

Telephone

Email

Face to face

In comfortable therapy offices in Finchley

— COUNSELLING & THERAPY —

Let’s Discuss

There are times when everyone experiences difficult, distressing feelings which interfere with everyday life and relationships, and confiding in friends or family members just doesn’t feel right. That’s when it can be helpful to talk things through with a completely neutral person who you know will be supportive and won’t make judgments about what you say.

Whether your problems are from the past, going on right now or impact upon your future, exploring the issues in a confidential place with an experienced, qualified counsellor can help to face challenges, make changes and move forward in the way that is right for you.

I know that it can be daunting to take the first steps towards making changes in your life; sometimes facing difficulties can feel distressing or frightening. But with a little courage and our support you really can begin to understand yourself and your difficulties with more clarity, recognise the things that are holding you back and explore different ways to make positive change happen.

Recognising that you could do with some support is the first step – it’s a strength in itself

Fertility & IVF Counselling

As a qualified counselling professional offering specialised fertility and IVF support within my private practice in the UK, and also available to clients in clinics abroad in person and via online sessions.

Fertility Journey Support I provide compassionate support throughout every stage of your fertility journey, understanding that IVF and fertility treatment can be emotionally demanding. I offer dedicated counselling at every stage:

  • Pre-Treatment: Preparing emotionally, managing expectations and addressing anxieties about the process.
  • During Treatment: Building coping strategies for the uncertainty and emotional demands of IVF cycles and hormone treatments.
  • Post-Treatment: Processing outcomes, whether successful or not, and navigating the emotional aftermath with care and compassion.

Supporting Couples Through Fertility Challenges . Fertility difficulties can place significant strain on relationships. Drawing on my specialism in couples and relationship therapy, I offer a safe space to work through differing emotional responses, improve communication, navigate difficult decisions and process grief and loss together.

Professional & Confidential . All sessions are confidential, with both in-person and online appointments available. Pricing is available upon enquiry.

Whatever stage of your fertility journey you are at, I am here to help.

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— any questions? —

Contact Me

    0203 700 3442 / 0800 1077 100
    Marylebone, Central London
    Other areas covered - Central London, West London, North London, South London, East London, City of London, Essex & Hertfordshire and all other areas via video or telephone conferencing.
    contact@daphneprattcounselling.co.uk