Therapist in Westminster – Somatic CBT in North West London
Searching for a therapist in Westminster who combines proven psychological techniques with body-based awareness?
I am Carlos Monteiro, a therapist based between Maida Vale and St John's Wood, working with young professionals across Westminster. My work focuses on helping people who feel held back, whether through low confidence, difficulty speaking up, people pleasing, or social anxiety, to feel more grounded and able to be themselves.
I combine Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with somatic, body-based awareness to work with both the thinking patterns and physical responses that keep you stuck. My practice is easily accessible from across Westminster, and a free 20-minute consultation is available as a first step.
Areas I Serve in Westminster:
- St John's Wood (NW8)
- Marylebone (W1, NW1)
- Maida Vale (W9)
- Paddington
- Little Venice
- Regent's Park
- And surrounding Westminster areas
How I Can Help
Confidence Therapy
For those who feel held back, second-guess themselves, or struggle to feel fully like themselves at work or in daily life.
People Pleasing Therapy
For those who over-extend, struggle to say no, or put everyone else's needs first at cost to themselves.
Social Anxiety Therapist
For those who feel on edge around others, hold back in social situations, or struggle to speak up freely.
CBT Therapy
Practical, structured support for changing the thought patterns and beliefs that keep you stuck.
Somatic Therapy
Body-based awareness to help you notice and release the physical patterns that accompany stress and self-doubt.
Anxiety Therapy
Support for those who overthink, feel overwhelmed, or carry a persistent sense of unease into work and daily life.
My Approach
I combine Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with somatic, body-based awareness. This means we work with both the thoughts that keep you stuck and the physical responses that accompany them, building a steadier, more grounded sense of yourself over time.
Location & Accessibility
My practice is conveniently located between Maida Vale and St John's Wood, with excellent transport links serving all Westminster areas:
- Maida Vale Underground (Bakerloo Line) – 7 minutes' walk
- St John's Wood Underground (Jubilee Line) – 12 minutes' walk
- Easy access from Marylebone and surrounding areas
- Convenient for professionals working in Central London
Session Information
Sessions are 50 minutes and take place at my practice between Maida Vale and St John's Wood Underground stations. We start with a free 20-minute consultation to talk through what has been bringing you to therapy and whether my approach feels like a good fit.
The work is practical and collaborative. We look at both the thoughts and physical responses that accompany the difficulties you are experiencing, giving you tools you can use in daily life while also building a steadier, more grounded sense of yourself over time.
Next Steps
If you're looking for a therapist in Westminster who offers more than traditional talking therapy, I'd be happy to discuss how I can help. Contact me to arrange an initial consultation.
About Me
I am a cognitive behavioural therapist and somatic practitioner based in North West London, working with young professionals who want to feel more confident, more at ease with others, and more able to be themselves. If you would like to know more about my background and training, you can read more on the About page.
Ready to Get Started?
If you would like to find out more, there are two ways to get in touch.
The easiest first step is to book a free 20-minute consultation. It is a chance to talk through what has been bringing you to therapy and find out whether working together feels right. There is no commitment required.
Book a free 20-minute consultation
Or if you have a question before booking, feel free to send a message using the form below. I aim to respond within one working day.