Charlotte Allocca Counselling

Hello and a very warm welcome to my practice. I’m Charlotte and I’m a BACP registered therapist providing short and long-term therapy to individuals and couples in Clapham, South London and in Bembridge on the Isle of Wight in person and online.

I offer a calm, confidential environment where you can take a breath and be heard. Whether you are struggling with your mental health generally, including low mood and anxiety, are feeling overwhelmed by life events or difficult relationships or are just looking to understand yourself better you're welcome exactly as you are with all your lived experience.

I practise integrative psychotherapy which simply means I adapt therapy to you drawing from a range of approaches. Together we will find a place where my passion and experience meets your pain and work out exactly what is right for you. Whether you are looking to work short term on a specific issue or are seeking longer term support you will be able to explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace with me by your side.

I work with couples and partners in all kinds of relationships including same-sex and non-monogamous relationships. Relationship work isn't limited to romantic partners - I also support people navigating connections such as co-parents, friends, siblings, parent and child and business associates.

Charlotte Allocca - counsellor in London and the Isle of Wight

What issues can therapy help with?

Here are a few of the more common difficulties that I see and can support you with. It is not an exclusive list however and you do not even have to be able to put a name to your feelings. Recognising that something is wrong and reaching out for help are the first steps to recovery.

See the Blog and Podcast tabs above for more information.

Depression and low mood

Stress, anxiety and panic disorder

Grief, loss, bereavement, divorce

Addiction

Trauma and PTSD

Couples and relationship counselling

Anger management

Low self-esteem and imposter syndrome

Social anxiety

Health anxiety

Women's health

Co-parenting and other non-romantic relationships

Life transitions eg new parenthood, empty nest syndrome, retirement

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How I work

I use a wide range of models to support you. If the past won't stay in the past we may look back at what might have set the scene for the problems you are having now. For more specific issues we may take a more practical, solution-focused approach.

Psychodynamic therapy explores how early experiences and relationships may influence your patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving.

Person-centred therapy promotes self-awareness through empathy, acceptance and the strength of our working relationship.

Solution-focused therapy helps identify your goals and build on your existing strengths to create meaningful, achievable change.

Compassion focused therapy helps you work with self-criticism by building a kinder, more supportive relationship with yourself.

Mindfulness and grounding practices and other coping strategies support stress reduction and give you a 'toolbox' of .techniques to regulate your emotions and use out there in the real world.

Emotional Freedom Therapy (EFT or ‘tapping’) is a trauma technique combining talk therapy with upper body acupressure tapping to restore balance and calm. We can incorporate this technique into your session or use it as a stand-alone.

FAQs

I have completed a three-year training in Integrative Psychotherapeutic Counselling. I am registered with the British Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (MBACP) who are the largest UK body for counsellors and psychotherapists and I adhere to their ethics and code of practice. I am also trained and experienced in Couples and Relationship Counselling and am committed to regular continuing professional development. I have trained and worked for many years with Cruse Bereavement Care and Shout Crisis Line and worked with a diverse range of clients providing a low cost counselling service in south London as well as running a busy private practice.

The first session is a chance for us to get to know each other a little. We’ll explore what’s brought you to therapy, what you’re hoping to achieve and if I feel like a good fit for you. The most important part of therapy is our relationship. There is also a brief intake form to go through together. (See blog posts for more details.)

Yes. What you share in therapy with me is entirely confidential. The only exceptions are rare situations where there may be a serious risk of harm to yourself or others. If that arises, I will always try to discuss it with you first.

People come to therapy for many reasons—feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, low, or simply needing a space to talk things through. If you’re considering therapy it’s a sign that something feels wrong. Investing in your mental health is not a self-indulgence.

Anything. You can bring whatever’s on your mind.

Some people benefit from short term work over 6-12 sessions while others find that long-term support helps them explore deeper patterns. We can regularly review how things are going and decide what feels best for you but you are always in charge.

Sessions are ideally held weekly and ideally at the same time each week. This helps create a sense of continuity and safety as we explore what is going on for you. However fortnightly sessions can be considered and are frequently our runway to ending our work together.

I offer both face-to-face sessions and online sessions via a secure video platform. You’re welcome to choose the option that feels most comfortable or convenient for you.

I ask for at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session. Cancellations with less notice will be charged in full.

EFT, often referred to as tapping, is a gentle, body-based therapy that combines elements of talk therapy with acupressure. By tapping on specific meridian points on the body while tuning in to difficult emotions or thoughts EFT can help release emotional blocks and reduce distress. EFT can be incorporated into your regular therapy sessions.

Issues Therapy Can Help With

Imposter Phenomenon - The Therapist's Perspective - with Charlotte Allocca

Work Truths: Off the Record · 15 May 2026

“I have been seeing Charlotte for a year to help me process a very traumatic bereavement. She is warm and approachable and I feel I can say all the things to her that I can’t say to anyone else.”

“I had no idea really what to expect from therapy and no confidence that it would help but my anxiety is so much better now. I have insight and coping strategies that I have learned from Charlotte that have turned things around for me.”

“Relationships, work, stress, low mood, panic attacks…I’ve brought it all to our sessions and week by week we unpack it together. I highly recommend Charlotte”

“I felt instantly comfortable with Charlotte from our first session.

She is deeply caring and understanding and creates a comfortable environment.

I would highly recommend her to anyone and everyone.”

“Charlotte is a skilled and very articulate therapist who brings with her a wealth of experience.

With her gentle and warm approach she puts clients immediately at ease and helps individuals and couples overcome their challenges. I wholeheartedly recommend her.”

“Charlotte is a professional and experienced therapist who also brings

warmth and humour.

I have been seeing her for over a year and my sessions are incredibly valuable. I am very thankful to have found her and would highly recommend her.”

My locations

I work full time from comfortable therapy rooms in Clapham, South London and in Bembridge on the Isle of Wight.

I also offer online and telephone sessions.

Fees

I work with adults over the age of 18 from all backgrounds, cultures, races, beliefs and identities.

Individuals face-to-face and online: £70

Each session lasts 50 minutes.

Couples counselling face-to-face and online £100

Each session lasts 60 minutes

Contact Me

Contact me if you have any questions about how therapy works or to arrange a free 15-minute telephone call. This allows us to talk more about your reasons for coming to therapy and whether I feel like the right fit for you. I will get back to you within 24 hours.