ADHD therapist in London for adults
Adult ADHD can affect far more than attention.
It can shape emotions, relationships, self-esteem, motivation, overwhelm, impulsivity, shame and the way you experience yourself.
I offer ADHD therapy for adults in London – in person at King’s Cross, Angel and Farringdon – and online, supporting people who want to better understand themselves and the patterns that have become difficult to manage.
Michael Swales
MBACP, NCPS Acc.In-person therapy in London
Online therapy
across the UKIndividual therapy
from £75Couples therapy
from £95
Who it’s for
Support for adults with ADHD
ADHD therapy may be helpful if you are an adult with ADHD, or if you strongly recognise ADHD patterns and want emotional support alongside diagnosis, treatment or self-understanding.
You may feel overwhelmed, reactive, burnt out, misunderstood, inconsistent, ashamed or frustrated with yourself.
This work is not about trying to make you fit a version of life that has never suited you. It is about understanding how ADHD affects your emotions, relationships, self-worth and day-to-day life, so you can work with yourself with more compassion and clarity.
I offer therapy and emotional support for adults with ADHD.
I do not provide ADHD diagnosis, medication or psychiatric assessment.
Common reasons
Reasons people seek ADHD therapy
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Emotional overwhelm
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Rejection sensitivity
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Procrastination and avoidance
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Burnout and exhaustion
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Shame and self-criticism
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Relationship difficulties
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Impulsivity or reactivity
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Feeling misunderstood
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Difficulty trusting your own pace
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Low self-worth
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Frustration around motivation, focus or consistency
What to expect
A steady space to understand yourself differently
Sessions are calm, collaborative and paced around what feels manageable.
Sessions are calm, collaborative and non-judgemental.
We can explore how ADHD affects your emotional life, relationships, work, confidence, motivation, shame, stress and sense of identity.
Many adults with ADHD arrive in therapy after years of criticism, misunderstanding or feeling that they are somehow failing at things other people find easy. Therapy can help you make sense of these experiences with less blame and more understanding.
The aim is not to “fix” who you are. It is to help you understand your patterns, develop more self-trust and find ways of relating to yourself that feel less harsh and more workable.
If you are looking for an adult ADHD therapist near you, sessions take place in person at King’s Cross, Angel and Farringdon, with online sessions across the UK.
For a broader introduction to how therapy can help, read about adult ADHD therapy.
About the therapist
An ADHD therapist in London
My approach is integrative, relational and trauma-informed.
I draw on relationship psychotherapy, somatic therapy, trauma-informed practice and addiction recovery work to help you understand yourself with less shame and more clarity.
Experienced and accredited
Michael Swales is registered with professional bodies including BACP and NCPS, with additional training in relationship psychotherapy, somatic trauma therapy and addiction recovery.
Locations and online
ADHD therapy for adults
in London and online
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
No. I do not provide ADHD diagnosis, medication or psychiatric assessment. I offer therapy and emotional support for adults with ADHD.
Therapy can help adults with ADHD explore emotional overwhelm, shame, burnout, self-worth, relationships, avoidance, impulsivity and the impact of living for years without feeling understood.
ADHD therapy may support emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, rejection sensitivity, self-criticism, burnout, procrastination, avoidance and the stress of trying to cope or mask.
Yes. Many adults with ADHD carry shame from years of criticism, misunderstanding or feeling unable to meet expectations. Therapy can help you understand these experiences with more compassion.
Yes. ADHD can affect communication, emotional reactivity, trust, conflict, intimacy, household responsibilities, self-esteem and the way needs are expressed or misunderstood.
I am a therapist registered with BACP and NCPS, offering therapy and emotional support to adults with ADHD in London and online, rather than a clinical specialist service.
Yes. Therapy can sit alongside support from your GP or other services. Sessions take place in King’s Cross, Angel and Farringdon, or online.
Yes. Online ADHD therapy is available across the UK, depending on suitability.
Individual therapy starts from £75. Fees can vary depending on the type of therapy, format and circumstances, and this can be discussed during your initial consultation.
Get in touch
Take the next step when you're ready
Reaching out can feel like a big step, I offer a safe, confidential place to talk and explore what support might look like for you. Phone, email, video-call or in-person sessions – get in touch in whatever way suits you.
Email
info@michaelswales.com
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