It's Complicated

Barry Florin

Counsellor

Verified by It's Complicated
Available for new clients
I am based in London and offer online therapy Worldwide. I see my theraputic commitment as being dedicated to helping people deal with the issues that are causing them emotional pain.

I specialise in:

At a glance
London, United KingdomAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAbout 4 years and 280+ sessions on It's Complicated
Note from BarryI offer very flexible hours for busy people.
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 4 hours

About me

I am a native New Yorker who has spent most of his adult life living outside of the United States. I have extensive international experience working with clients from a variety of different countries and cultural backgrounds. I believe that I am particularly well-suited to working with international clients. My clients have come from Japan, China, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, India, Europe, Brazil, Argentina, The Dominican Republic, South Africa, Jamaica, Uganda, just to mention a few.

I speak:

English

Location:

NW7 4BA London, United Kingdom

Approach

Treatment Approaches
ACT: Acceptance and Commitment TherapyRecommended for those who want to stop fighting negative thoughts and learn how to live with more acceptance and focus on what really matters in life.
Integrative therapy Recommended for those who prefer a flexible approach that combines different therapies to meet their unique needs.
Psychodynamic therapyRecommended for those looking to explore their emotions deeply and understand how past experiences shape their present life.
You are not alone; no one travels through life without their share of emotional distress. Life is complex, and the world we live in can be harsh. I work with men and women who are suffering from anxiety and/or depression. These two conditions are often found together, as anxiety can keep you from having the life you truly want, leading to depression. Choosing the right therapist to help you can be difficult, as not all therapists will understand the emotional health issues that you are dealing with. Most of my clients come to me for help with problems that usually fall into one of the following categories: relationships, employment, family, or a feeling of emptiness and dissatisfaction with the direction their lives are taking. Let’s be honest: you can’t change the world, but you can change how you deal with it. Every client is different, therefore I take an integrative approach, which allows me to tailor our therapy sessions to the issues and personalities of the clients, I am working with. I offer a safe place for you to discuss the issues that are keeping you from having the life you want to lead. Here are some "reviews" from clients about their experiences working with me. Client Comments "Working with Barry has been a transformative journey of self-discovery and growth. Initially seeking help due to persistent anxiety caused by life challenging events and relocation to another country, Barry's support became an invaluable anchor. His kindness, unwavering encouragement, and insightful guidance provided a safe haven where I could explore and evolve myself. Barry's humour infused our sessions with warmth and authenticity, fostering a connection akin to confiding in a trusted friend. Through his expertise, I've acquired coping mechanisms to navigate anxiety and newfound motivation to embrace life's uncertainties. I wholeheartedly recommend working with Barry; his personalized approach fosters profound positive change." Anna D., Administrative and Financial Assistant I have worked with several therapists, but I can say, that with Barry I feel like a friend, a friend, who really cares about me and is always eager to help. I know that he is a kind person, intelligent and has much experience and led an interesting life. He is helping me with my OCD, anxiety, and depression. I am from Ukraine, and I am a woman, of course, every country has a different mentality, but I believe, that Barry can work with people from different countries and cultures, he has travelled a lot and has many stories to tell. He has been helping me for more than a year. I always feel that he is near, though we are many kilometres from each other. He is happy when I have good news and cares and helps me when I am sad. He cares like he is a relative, like a father. Many people do not believe in psychology, but I know that it helps, and I know that Barry has chosen this profession, because he wants to help people, to help them to go forward in this complicated life. Thank you, Barry, for coming into my life and being supportive, always. Natalia S. Assistant Professor I am a highly sensitive young man, and I have worked with Barry for about two years. As a civilian dealing with unemployment, depression, and a career change during the war in Ukraine, we had plenty to discuss. Barry relied on humour, anecdotes, stoicism- and mindfulness-based practices, as well as colourful metaphors to provide support, kindness, and practical life advice that helped me navigate several personal and family issues. As a therapist, Barry is more rugged and empirical than academic or psychoanalytic. You can expect an emphasis on practical, straightforward solutions. Overall, I would call it effective. I believe that I benefited from his life coaching, which helped me track goals and stay focused on what mattered the most. He is also a good coach for matters related to corporate and professional areas of life. Due to his cosmopolitan life experiences, Barry is adept at relating to people from a wide range of cultures, religions, professions, and socioeconomic backgrounds. I also recommend him to men who could benefit from an older male role model. Knowing there was someone kind, wise, and competent to whom I could turn for advice helped me survive some tough times. Pavlo V. Technical Product Manager

Experience

17 years in practice280+ sessions on It's ComplicatedAbout 4 years at It's Complicated
I have been a qualified UK Psychotherapist for 17 years. I run my practice online from London these days working wth my local and international patients. I am an intergrative therapist offering a variety of well established treatment options, helping people who are suffering with depression and anxiety. I also work with patients who having been in therapy, would like to work with a therapist who takes a different approach from their previuos treatment.

Education

HUMAN GIVENS INSTITUTE-UK Psychotherapist WILLIAM ALANSON WHITE INSTITUTE-NEW YORK Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL Clinical Training in Mind/Body Medicine MASTER COACH Behavioral Coaching Institute Marshall Goldsmith Certified Coach STANFORD UNIVERSITY Certified Project Manager SAID BUSINESS SCHOOL - UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD The Advanced Management and Leadership Program LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS Data Law: Policy and Regulation MIT MANAGEMENT Neuroscience for Business KELLOGG SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT Leading High Impact Teams CORNELL UNIVERSITY Leading Customer Focussed Teams CEIBS-BEIJING Human Resource Management KORN FERRY VOICES 360-Certification

Services

Individual Session

£90 50 min Online

Individual Session

£90 50 min In-person

Insurances

Private Pay
At a glance
London, United KingdomAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Experienced on It's ComplicatedAbout 4 years and 280+ sessions on It's Complicated
Note from BarryI offer very flexible hours for busy people.
Your story is important.Feel free to contact me here if you feel that we could be a good fit.
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 4 hours
Usually responds within 4 hours