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5 Best Psychologists in London (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Starting therapy in London usually means choosing between a large multi-therapist practice and a smaller, specialist clinic, and that choice shapes how quickly you get matched with the right fit. Psychologists in London on this page carry a combined 456 Google reviews, and the top pick alone has logged more reviews than the rest of the list combined.

Short answer: London's most-reviewed psychology and therapy practice is Harley Therapy (4.7 stars across 301 reviews), covering psychotherapy, psychiatry, and counselling for adults and children. The Koan Practice and Heart and Mind, London both hold perfect or near-perfect ratings for individual and couples counselling.
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London's Top Psychologists, Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Harley Therapy - Psychotherapy & Counselling 4.7 ★ 301 Widest specialist range View ›
2 Therapy Central 4.7 ★ 47 Long-term individual therapy View ›
3 Advanced Assessments Ltd 4.5 ★ 53 Formal assessments (ADHD, autism, dyslexia) View ›
4 The Koan Practice 5.0 ★ 28 Psychodynamic therapy View ›
5 Heart and Mind, London 5.0 ★ 27 Affordable, faith-inclusive counselling View ›
5 Best Psychologists in London (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

Harley Therapy - Psychotherapy & Counselling logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Harley Therapy - Psychotherapy & Counselling

4.7301 Google reviews

Harley Therapy is a Harley Street-based psychotherapy and counselling practice offering a wide range of services, including CBT, EMDR, psychiatry, and ADHD and autism assessments, for adults, teenagers, and children. It operates across multiple London locations plus online, and has built the largest review base of any therapy practice on this list.

What people praise

  • Wide range of specialist therapists, useful for matching specific needs
  • Reviewers describe long-term relationships spanning several years
  • Warm, patient care noted across multiple different therapists
  • Handles both in-person and remote sessions

Worth knowing

  • Large practice, so ask specifically to be matched with the right specialist
  • Slightly lower rating than the smaller boutique practices on this list
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume301 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most-reviewed practice on this list with the broadest range of specialists. A strong first call if you're unsure exactly which type of therapist you need.

Website+443454741724 Directions

10 Harley St, London W1G 9PF

Therapy Central logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Therapy Central

4.747 Google reviews

Therapy Central is a Great Portland Street psychotherapy practice offering individual and couples counselling for a range of issues, matched through a free initial phone consultation. Reviewers describe multi-year relationships with individual therapists, often built around a specific therapeutic approach explained clearly along the way.

What people praise

  • Free 15-minute consultation to help match the right therapist
  • Reviewers describe therapists explaining psychology and theory, not just listening
  • Consistent, calm, and honest perspective noted across long relationships
  • Clear, efficient session booking and payment process

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than Harley Therapy
  • Long opening hours daily, but confirm specific therapist availability
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume47 · 84th
Confidenceearly
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown91% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong pick for anyone wanting sustained, long-term individual work, with reviewers repeatedly describing multi-year therapeutic relationships.

Website+442034882797 Directions

Floor 3, 50 Great Portland St, London W1W 7ND

Advanced Assessments Ltd logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days

Advanced Assessments Ltd

4.553 Google reviews

Advanced Assessments Ltd is a Piccadilly-based psychology practice specializing in formal diagnostic assessments, including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia evaluations, plus expert witness reports for legal and immigration matters. Its work centers on structured, documented assessments rather than ongoing talk therapy.

What people praise

  • Reviewers praise clear, well-written expert reports for legal and immigration use
  • Calm, reassuring approach for anxious first-time assessment clients
  • Detailed explanation of each stage of the assessment process
  • Regular check-ins keep the process feeling supported, not clinical

Worth knowing

  • Assessment-focused, not a fit for those seeking ongoing talk therapy
  • Lowest rating on this list, driven by a small number of lower scores
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.5 / 5
Review volume53 · 91th
Confidenceearly
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown87% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The clear specialist for formal diagnostic assessments rather than ongoing counselling. Strong reviews specifically for ADHD, autism, and legal-report work.

Website+442082000078 Directions

180 Piccadilly, London W1J 9ER

The Koan Practice logo
#4🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Koan Practice

5.028 Google reviews

The Koan Practice is a St Martin's Lane psychotherapy practice offering talking therapy in a private space with evening session availability. Reviewers describe a straightforward matching process from consultation to weekly sessions, with a focus on psychodynamic and reflective therapeutic approaches.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across nearly all reviews
  • Simple, efficient matching process from first contact to sessions
  • Evening sessions available to fit around work schedules
  • Reviewers describe feeling genuinely heard and understood

Worth knowing

  • Smaller review base than the larger multi-therapist practices
  • Confirm which therapeutic approach fits your needs before booking
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating5 / 5
Review volume28 · 78th
Confidenceearly
Recency8 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown96% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A near-perfect rating and a straightforward booking process. Well suited to anyone specifically wanting psychodynamic, reflective talking therapy.

Website+447305056625 Directions

Rm 304, SPACES, 60 St Martin's Ln, London WC2N 4JS

Heart and Mind, London logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Heart and Mind, London

5.027 Google reviews

Heart and Mind, London is a multi-location counselling and coaching practice with sites in Covent Garden, Kensington, Clapham, and Ealing, plus online sessions, staffed by a team of over 50 health care professionals. It offers low-cost counselling options and includes therapists able to incorporate faith perspectives on request.

What people praise

  • Perfect 5.0 rating across all reviews
  • Low-cost counselling options make therapy more accessible
  • Multiple London locations plus online sessions for flexibility
  • Therapists available who can incorporate faith or belief systems

Worth knowing

  • Large multi-site network, so confirm which location fits your schedule
  • Smaller total review count than Harley Therapy or Therapy Central
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating5 / 5
Review volume27 · 72th
Confidenceearly
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · hours
Rating breakdown100% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A perfect rating and a genuinely accessible price point, with the added option of faith-inclusive counselling for those who want it.

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7 Henrietta St, London WC2E 8PS

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many clients have rated them, ranked against other London psychology practices. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.7 from 301 people carries more weight than a 5.0 from a dozen. Recency reflects how recently clients are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does therapy cost in London? (2026)

None of the practices above publish a fixed session fee on their own site or Google listing, and cost varies by therapist seniority and session type. Heart and Mind specifically advertises low-cost options, and Therapy Central offers a free initial consultation call. Ask each practice for its current fee schedule directly.

Serving all of London

The practices above cover central London locations including Harley Street, Great Portland Street, Piccadilly, and St Martin’s Lane, plus multi-site coverage in Covent Garden, Kensington, Clapham, and Ealing. Searching for a psychologist near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before your first therapy session

  • Are you a registered or accredited psychologist, counsellor, or psychotherapist?
  • What therapeutic approach do you use, and why does it fit my situation?
  • What is the session fee, and is a sliding scale available?
  • Do you offer in-person, online, or both types of sessions?
  • How will we know if this is working after a few sessions?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these practices?

We started from every psychology and therapy practice in London with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

What’s the difference between a psychologist, psychotherapist, and counsellor?

Titles and training differ, and a formal diagnostic assessment (like ADHD or autism) typically needs a psychologist, while ongoing talk therapy may be led by a psychotherapist or counsellor. Ask each practice about the credentials of the specific person you’ll see.

How much does therapy cost in London?

Fees vary by practice and therapist seniority, and none of the practices here publish a fixed rate online. Heart and Mind offers low-cost options, and several practices offer a free initial consultation.

The bottom line

Harley Therapy is the safe default on proven volume and the widest range of specialists, while The Koan Practice and Heart and Mind stand out on near-perfect ratings for individual and accessible counselling. Whichever practice you choose, use the initial consultation to confirm the fit before committing.

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