Psychotherapy & Counselling
in South East London, SE12
Tuula Rasen BACP BPC FPC
I am Tuula Rasen, a BACP- and BPC-registered psychoanalytic and psychodynamic psychotherapist in Lee, South East London (SE12). I provide one-to-one weekly psychodynamic psychotherapy, more frequent psychoanalytic psychotherapy, and short-term weekly psychodynamic counselling.
I work with adults and young adults in person, and remotely online and by telephone nationwide and internationally. For over ten years in private practice, I have worked with clients experiencing a variety of challenges and difficulties, such as:
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anxiety
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bereavement
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body-related issues
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burnout
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change, loss, grief
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cross-cultural issues
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depression, low mood
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difficulties relating to childhood and adolescence
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early adulthood issues
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fears, worries, obsessions
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guilt, shame
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health issues
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high sensitivity (HSPs)
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intimacy
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low self-esteem
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loneliness
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midlife transitions
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overwhelm
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relationship issues
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separation, break-up
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uncertainty
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trauma (early life and more recent)
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work-related stress
Location
I am based in Lee, South East London, close to Hither Green, Blackheath, Catford and Grove Park. My practice is also easily accessible from Bromley, Eltham, Forest Hill, Greenwich, and Lewisham.
For public transport, Lee and Hither Green stations offer connections to Central London via Cannon Street, Charing Cross, New Cross and London Bridge, as well as to Kent.
Registration
I am registered with the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC), the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), and the Foundation for Psychotherapy and Counselling (FPC).
Therapy
Psychoanalytically informed therapy provides a regular space and a therapeutic relationship to explore both current and long-standing difficulties. This type of therapy can bring clarity to complex feelings and thoughts, help identify recurring themes and relational patterns, highlight how past experiences relate to current issues, and provide relief through insight and deeper understanding. This approach can also foster a stronger sense of agency and support meaningful change.
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Psychodynamic psychotherapy: Sessions are once a week, on the same day, on an open-ended basis.
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Psychoanalytic psychotherapy: Sessions are either two or three times a week on the same days, on an open-ended basis. This more substantial commitment allows time for a more nuanced treatment with shorter gaps between sessions. The option to meet more frequently can also be discussed during weekly psychodynamic therapy.
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Psychodynamic counselling: We agree at the start on a set number of weekly sessions (e.g., 8, 10, or 12).
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Psychotherapy consultation: We agree to meet once, twice or more to think together about your situation and your interest in therapy. Therapy consultations are also available for individuals who are not seeking to start therapy with me but need a space and some help to think about their situation and potential options.
Who I work with
I work with adults and young adults from diverse backgrounds who want to better understand themselves, their challenges or difficulties, and often the dynamics in their relationships to support deeper personal growth and development.
I also work with qualified clinicians, practitioners, and allied health professionals, but I do not currently provide therapy to trainees in clinical psychology, counselling, psychiatry, or psychotherapy. I also do not provide therapy through insurance companies, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), local government services, or therapy subscription platforms.
How I work
I see clients in person and provide online and telephone therapy across the UK and internationally. I aim to foster a collaborative therapeutic relationship that encourages reflection and mindful exploration, supporting new insights and deeper understanding. I aim to use my clinical experience and skills to help you discover ways to better understand yourself and what you may want to change going forward.
Sessions
Each session lasts 50 minutes and takes place at the same time every week.
Fees
Fees start at £70 per session or initial appointment.
Initial Appointment
The initial appointment gives us a chance to meet, discuss why you are seeking therapy, and outline what you hope to achieve. We can also discuss how often we may meet (weekly or more often) and whether it will be open-ended or set-term. You will also have an opportunity to ask me questions about how I work.
We might meet more than once before deciding on the way forward. This way we can get a sense of working together, and consider whether it feels like a good enough match. If it seems we are not a good fit, I will let you know and can help you find another therapist.
How to Get Started
You can email me or use the contact form below. Please include a short note about why you are seeking therapy and any limits on your availability. I usually reply within 48 hours on weekdays.
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