Christina Louka, Psychodynamic Psychotherapist, Child & Adolescent Counsellor, Couples Therapist

“Life doesn’t improve by chance—it improves through change.”

I am a highly experienced Psychodynamic Psychotherapist and Child Counsellor, offering a safe, consistent, and compassionate space for individuals, adolescents, and couples to explore their emotional and relational challenges. My approach is grounded in psychodynamic theory, which helps us uncover how unconscious processes and early life experiences shape present-day behaviours, thoughts, and feelings. Through regular weekly or twice-weekly sessions—either online or in person—we work together to make sense of difficult emotions and patterns, fostering deeper self-awareness and lasting psychological change.

I offer sessions held at the same time each week. Our work begins with an initial assessment to explore what has brought you to therapy and to ensure that the fit feels right for you. Trust and safety are central to the process, especially when working with young people and those who have experienced trauma.

Areas I Work With

I support clients navigating a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, including:

  • Depression & Anxiety

  • Relationship Issues

  • Anger Management

  • Self-Harm

  • Bereavement & Loss

  • Trauma & PTSD

  • Identity and Self-Esteem Issues

  • Domestic Violence

  • Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Addictions

  • Psychosomatic Symptoms

  • Menopause & Midlife Issues

  • Panic Attacks

  • Infidelity & Trust Issues

  • Dependency

  • Workplace Stress

  • Loneliness

  • Money-related stress

Adolescents & Families

I have extensive experience supporting adolescents and their families through challenging emotional, social, and behavioural issues. Building trust, consistency, and empathy is essential, allowing young people to feel safe enough to open up. Key areas include:

  • Anxiety & Depression

  • Self-Harm

  • Friendship & Peer Issues

  • Bereavement

  • Trauma & Safeguarding Concerns

  • Eating Disorders

  • Family Breakdown

  • Substance Use

  • Exam Stress

  • OCD & Dependency

Couples Therapy

Relationships can go through times of difficulty, whether due to communication breakdown, infidelity, unmet needs, or life transitions. In couples therapy, I provide a non-judgemental space where both partners feel heard and understood. Together, we explore issues such as:

  • Communication Challenges

  • Emotional Disconnection

  • Infidelity

  • Sexual Difficulties

  • Addiction, Shame, and Dependency

  • Money Worries & Parenting Stress

  • Loss, Illness, and Grief

Domestic Abuse Support

I currently lead a Domestic Abuse clinic at Enfield Counselling Service, supporting vulnerable adults through complex and often traumatic experiences. This work requires deep empathy, consistency, and care, offering clients a space where they feel safe, validated, and heard—often for the first time.

Experience & Qualifications

I bring over 12 years of clinical experience, including long-standing work with Enfield Counselling Service and my own private practice. I also have extensive background working in schools with children and families, particularly those experiencing emotional, social, or behavioural difficulties.

My training is grounded in psychodynamic psychotherapy, and I continue to deepen my clinical work through ongoing professional development, supervision, and reflective practice.

Memberships and Accreditations:

BPC British Psychoanalytic Counsellor

HARVEST THERAPY
20 Bedford Square,
London WC1B 3HH
United Kingdom

Phone Number:
020 8962 6247
email: info@harvest-therapy.co.uk