Gershon Portnoi

I'm a fully qualified and accredited psychodynamic psychotherapist, who has many years of experience of working with people to help them feel better about themselves. Finding a psychotherapist can be daunting, with a lot of terminology and names that might feel complicated and mystifying. My view is that therapy doesn't need to be so confusing and shrouded in secrecy and strange names. To put it simply, I offer you the chance to talk about whatever might be troubling you in total confidence at the same time, on the same day, in the same place, every week.

I have worked with many men who had never previously had therapy. Once upon a time, I was one of those men, so I understand exactly what it's like to be in a position of needing to talk, but not quite knowing how to do it. I provide a safe space where men can feel comfortable opening up and getting in touch with their feelings. The type of therapy I practice focuses on past events to understand what is happening in the present. By exploring this, you might be able to gain insight into your life, in order that you can then understand yourself better.

I always start with a free phone call so we can have a chat about what you're looking for from therapy. Then, I'll offer you an initial consultation which consists of two sessions where we can get to know each other better, and then decide whether to progress to a more regular weekly commitment.