Family Therapy in West Hampstead, London
Family life can sometimes bring challenges that are difficult to navigate alone. At West Hampstead Clinic, we offer family therapy in West Hampstead, NW6, supporting children, young people and families to understand one another, improve communication and work through difficulties together. Our approach provides a supportive space to explore family relationships and find constructive ways forward.
How Can Family Therapy Help?
Family relationships can be a source of support and connection, but communication difficulties, disagreements or changes in family life can sometimes leave everyone feeling overwhelmed.
Family therapy provides an opportunity for family members to explore their experiences, understand different perspectives and recognise patterns that may be contributing to difficulties. With the support of a family therapist, families can work towards improving communication, managing disagreements and developing a better understanding of one another.
Every family is different, so the therapeutic approach is tailored to each family's circumstances, needs and goals.
What Challenges Can Family Therapy Help With?
Families may seek support with relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, emotional or behavioural concerns affecting children and young people, or significant life changes such as separation or bereavement. Therapy is tailored to each family's circumstances and needs.
Meet Your Family Therapist
Natalie Turner
Systemic & Family Psychotherapist and a Psychodynamic Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist
Qualifications & Registration
UKCP Registered
MSc in Systemic Psychotherapy - Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust
MSc in Psychological Therapies, Children, Young People and Families - Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust
Systemic Approaches to working with Individuals, Families & Organisations (Intermediate) - Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust
Certificate in Systemic Practice - Institute of Family Therapy
Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Well-being: Multidisciplinary Practice - Tavistock & Portman NHS Trust
Level 3 Counselling Children - Place2be
Early Childhood Diploma (Level 4) - Montessori Centre International
Family Therapy Fees & Appointments
Standard Family Therapy Sessions are £195 and last up to 75 minutes in length.
Sessions, both online and in-clinic, are available.
Families can face many challenges, and at times these can feel overwhelming for everyone involved.
Systemic & Family Psychotherapy offers a safe and confidential space where families can come together to explore these difficulties. By building a trusting relationship, therapists help families understand how patterns of communication and behaviour may contribute to the challenges they are experiencing.
Therapists work sensitively with each family member, supporting them to improve communication, share understanding and responsibility, and develop meaningful goals. This helps families strengthen relationships, cope more effectively, and support each other as children and young people grow and develop.
Our family psychotherapists have completed rigorous clinical training and are registered members of professional bodies such as the UKCP, BACP, BPC, or ACP. They work collaboratively with parents, educators, and other professionals to create a supportive network around the family.
Sessions take place at a regular time, either weekly or fortnightly, to provide consistency and stability. Therapy may be time-limited if agreed, but is often open-ended, allowing families to move at a pace that feels right for them.
Book a free, informal 15 minute consultation today to see if this the right thing for you. If it’s not, we’ll point you in the right direction.
Family Therapy - Frequently Asked Questions
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Family therapy is a collaborative process where a licensed professional helps relatives improve communication, resolve conflicts, and navigate major life transitions. It treats the family as an interconnected system rather than focusing on a single individual's struggles.
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Family therapy may be worth considering if communication has become difficult, relationships feel strained or a family is navigating a significant change. An initial consultation can help you discuss your concerns and explore whether the service is appropriate.
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The people attending depend on the family's circumstances, the issues being explored and the therapist's recommendations. Natalie can discuss who might benefit from participating before sessions begin.
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The initial appointment is primarily an assessment where the therapist learns about your family's history, current challenges, and shared goals. They will listen to everyone's perspective and help build a comfortable foundation for future sessions.
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Not necessarily. While it is often ideal to have everyone present, sessions can be tailored to whoever is available or willing to participate. Sometimes therapy begins with just the parents or a specific individual and expands later.
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Families typically seek therapy for a variety of reasons, including:
Communication breakdowns and unresolved arguments.
Life transitions such as divorce, moving, grief, or blending families.
Behavioral, emotional, or academic struggles in children and teens.
Navigating neurodiversity or chronic illness within the household.
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Standard Family Therapy sessions are £195 and last up to 75 minutes in length.
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Our Rooms
Providing you with a safe, supportive and confidential therapeutic space – specialist therapeutic consulting rooms
We support families from all across North West, Central & Greater London, including:
West Hampstead, Hampstead, Finchley Road, Kilburn, Swiss Cottage, St John’s Wood, Golders Green, Brondesbury, Brondesbury Park, Queen’s Park, Belsize Park, Cricklewood, Childs Hill, South Hampstead, Primrose Hill, Maida Vale, Camden, Borehamwood, St Albans, and the surrounding North West London areas.
In-person and remote options
Our therapy rooms are conveniently located in West Hampstead, accessible by Underground, Overground and Thameslink tube along with local bus services (139, C11, 328). There are metered parking spaces nearby and free parking on Saturdays. Can’t make it in or prefer to meet online? No problem – we’ve got you covered for online appointments with Telehealth.