Michael Onslow
London psychotherapist and counsellor
MBACP NCPS accred. Dip.CounsPsych
Psychotherapist in London - offering in person and online therapy
Welcome
Creativity can be a way of living with difficult inner experiences.
Before becoming a psychotherapist, I had a long career in the arts, which shapes how I understand the emotional pressures that can accompany creative work, identity, and professional life
Many of the people who come to see me are creative in some aspect of their lives. They may be used to relying on imagination, intensity, or immersion to navigate what feels hard to manage internally. Creativity can offer meaning and continuity, but it can also become a place where difficult feelings are held rather than spoken about.
Over time, this can begin to feel less supportive. You might notice anxiety, overthinking, self-doubt, or a sense of pressure showing up in your relationships, even when things appear to be going well. At times you may find yourself becoming tense or watchful, going over interactions afterwards, or pulling back when things start to feel emotionally close.
Therapy offers a different kind of space. There is no need to perform or produce something coherent. Instead, we can slow things down and begin to understand what is happening for you, particularly in the moments that feel most difficult or confusing.
You don’t need to arrive with the right words or a clear story. I will stay with you, however things feel, and we will take time to make sense of what’s going on at a pace that feels manageable.
Over time, people often find that self-criticism softens, anxiety becomes less overwhelming, and it becomes easier to stay present in relationships, especially when things feel emotionally close.
First Contact
“Out of your vulnerabilities will come your strength.”
I know getting in touch might feel worrying. You’re welcome to email, text or call with any questions, or to arrange an initial conversation, without obligation to continue.
I offer a free 20-30 minute consultation where we can talk about what's bringing you to therapy and whether we feel like a good fit.