Open Pathways Psychotherapy

Online and in-person psychotherapy and counselling in the UK

Open Pathways Psychotherapy is a psychotherapy and counselling practice led by Charlotte, a qualified therapist who works with adults aged 18 and over, including neurodivergent clients. The service combines online therapy for people in the UK and overseas with in-person sessions in Woking, London EC1V and Horsham.

The practice presents itself as an ethical, confidential and non-judgemental space, aimed at those seeking help with an immediate concern or wanting to explore deeper patterns to achieve lasting change.

Areas of work

The website details the reasons for consultation addressed in the practice:

• Anxiety, stress and burnout, including imposter syndrome
• Relationship issues
• Low self-worth and low self-esteem
• Low mood and depression
• Birth trauma, PTSD and postnatal emotional wellbeing
• Coping with major life changes
• Workplace wellbeing and resilience
• Leadership wellbeing
• Neurodiversity

Therapeutic approach

The work is based on an integrative, person-centred approach, with unconditional positive regard as its foundation. According to the practice's information, sessions are tailored to each client's individual needs and combine different modalities as appropriate: psychodynamic therapy, to explore unconscious patterns shaped by early relationships; cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), to identify and reframe automatic thoughts; and humanistic therapy, focused on growth, self-awareness, choice and personal meaning.

The practice also incorporates transactional analysis and Gestalt therapy, alongside mindfulness, as a practical framework to foster self-connection, understand behaviour and communication, improve relationships, reduce conflict and emotional reactivity, and make interactions more authentic.

Therapist's professional background

Charlotte has over 30 years of experience in healthcare. Her background spans nursing, midwifery, clinical education, leadership and psychotherapy, and she has worked in both the NHS and private healthcare and in the medical devices sector, including sales and marketing. This experience, she explains, has enabled her to understand the relationship between emotional and physical wellbeing and the complexity of people's life processes.

She is registered with the National Counselling & Psychotherapy Society (NCPS), on the Professional Standards Authority Accredited Register. The practice states that she has full insurance, an enhanced DBS certificate and that she maintains regular clinical supervision and continuing professional development (CPD).

Session formats and first contact

The practice offers a free 20-minute introductory call to assess fit before starting. Online sessions are managed through the booking calendar, while for in-person sessions it is necessary to contact by email beforehand indicating availability. The website notes that messages are answered within 24 hours.

Company details

Open Pathways Psychotherapy Ltd is registered with company number 17300314.