Carl Taylor

I can help with...

• Anxiety
• Attachment issues
• Burnout
• Depression
• Emotional overwhelm
• Identity issues
• Interpersonal conflicts
• Lack of energy
• Low mood
• Low self-esteem
• Major life changes
• People pleasing traits
• Procrastination and 'stuckness'
• Regaining control of emotions
• Relationship difficulties
• Stress

Types of clients I see

• Individuals

Languages I speak

• English

Location(s)

• Mulberry Room, Langdale House, 11 Marshalsea Road, London SE1 1EN

Types of therapy I offer

• Cognitive analytic therapy (CAT)
• Integrative
• Mentalisation-based therapy

My approach

Making sense of patterns and creating change

Many people come to therapy feeling stuck in familiar emotional or relationship patterns, even when they are coping well on the surface. Over time, ways of managing feelings or relating to others can become fixed, leaving you feeling frustrated, disconnected or unsure how to move forward.

I offer a thoughtful, collaborative space where we can slow things down and begin to understand what’s been shaping your experiences. The work is not about quick fixes, but about developing insight, emotional understanding and new ways of responding that feel more flexible and sustainable.

Therapeutic approach

As a counselling psychologist, I am trained in both cognitive and psychodynamic traditions and draw on a range of psychological approaches. My work is integrative and formulation-led, tailored to you rather than following a rigid model.

I often work with cognitive analytic therapy (CAT) and mentalisation-based therapy (MBT). These approaches help make sense of emotional and relational patterns, support greater self-understanding and provide a clear yet flexible structure for therapy.

First sessions and assessment

The first sessions are an opportunity for us to understand what has brought you to therapy and to see whether working together feels right. We will explore your current difficulties, relevant life experiences, and relationship patterns at a pace that feels respectful and manageable.
You don’t need to have everything worked out before starting. Understanding usually develops gradually through the work we do together.

Training, qualifications and experience

Clinical expertise

I have over 20 years of clinical experience, including 14 years in NHS specialist psychology and psychotherapy services. I began my career in university and charitable counselling services before moving into NHS adult mental health settings.

I held a senior role as lead clinician for CAT and MBT within the Lewisham Integrated Psychological Therapies Team at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. My work encompassed therapy for complex, long-standing difficulties, team consultation and supervision of trainee and qualified psychologists.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Psychology – Royal Holloway, University of London
• MA Counselling Psychology – Regent’s College
• Post-Master’s Diploma in Existential Counselling Psychology
• Postgraduate Diploma in CAT
• Accredited CAT Practitioner and Clinical Supervisor
• Accredited MBT Practitioner

Professional affiliations

• Chartered Member and Associate Fellow, British Psychological Society (BPS)
• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)-registered Practitioner Psychologist
• Accredited Practitioner and Supervisor, Association for Cognitive Analytic Therapy (ACAT)
• Accredited MBT Practitioner, British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC)
• Registered Member, British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Code of ethics

I work in accordance with the ethical and professional standards of HCPC, BPS and ACAT:

• HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics
• BPS code of ethics and conduct
• ACAT code of ethics and practice

Fees and availability

For up-to-date information about fees, please visit my website.

If you would like to ask questions or explore whether therapy with me might be a good fit, you are welcome to contact me directly at carltaylor@ppslondon.net.

I am also registered with a number of health insurers, including Aviva, BUPA, Cigna, General & Medical, Vitality and WPA. Please contact your insurer directly to confirm cover and authorisation.