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Lisa-Marie Koppl-Hurwitz

Psychotherapist & Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Psychotherapist

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Specializing in psychosomatic restoration and nervous system regulation for urban environments. Tailored support for expats in Shoreditch & Online. English & German.

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London, United KingdomAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 15 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from Lisa-MarieI am currently accepting new clients, I respond to all inquiries within 4 hours.
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 12 hours

About me

Psychosomatic Restoration: For Minds and Bodies That Can't Settle

Talking is only half the story. If you are navigating the sheer intensity of urban living, you know that emotional distress doesn't just stay in your thoughts. It lives deep within your body—showing up as a racing heart, a "wired-but-tired" exhaustion, chronic tension, or that exhausting feeling of your nervous system being permanently always on.

I’m Lisa-Marie—a BABCP-accredited psychotherapist specializing in Psychosomatic Restoration. I provide a science-backed, relational approach that bridges the gap between clinical psychotherapy and somatic nervous system regulation.

Why Traditional Talk Therapy Often Misses the Mark

Many of my clients find that simply analyzing their thoughts isn't enough to achieve lasting recovery when their physical health, mood or sleep is paying the price. We won't just talk about your experiences; we will decode your nervous system and process how your history is held within your body.

My toolkit combines clinical rigor with somatic strategy across four key pillars:

  • Nervous System Regulation: Safely moving your physiology out of chronic survival modes (fight-or-flight) and back into a state of genuine calm and vitality.

  • Specialized Anxiety & Panic Care: Breaking the gripping cycles of sudden panic, health anxieties, and hyper-vigilant body-checking.

  • Restorative Sleep & Somatic Healing: Settling an overactive mind to naturally re-calibrate sleep rhythms and ease stress-induced physical symptoms.

  • Relational & Collective Depth: Navigating identity, relational trauma, and the complex psychological landscape of building an authentic life in a demanding city.

The Clinical Foundation

My practice is deeply grounded in advanced, modern Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and behavioral science, backed by a clinical foundation from King’s College London and University College London (UCL). Alongside my independent practice within a progressive therapy collective in the heart of Shoreditch, work as clinical advisor for health start-ups and I bring extensive clinical depth from my work within the NHS and as an Associate at the Aion Clinic London.

Sessions can be conducted in both English and German, supporting a diverse local and international community.

If you are ready to move past the noise, step out of survival mode, and build a structured pathway back to somatic safety, I invite you to reach out.

Based in Shoreditch (E1) & Online.

Ready to begin? Book a free 15-minute consultation call below.

I speak:

GermanEnglish

Location:

E1 6RL London, United Kingdom

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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.
CBT: Cognitive behavioural therapyRecommended for those looking for practical support and accountability to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors.
CFT: Compassion-focused therapyRecommended for those who want to be kinder to themselves and reduce negative self-talk, often using mindfulness techniques.

Effective therapy is about more than just managing a crisis—it is about rewriting the deeper patterns that shape your life, your relationships, and your physical well-being.

As a BABCP-accredited psychotherapist, my work is rooted in advanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). However, I believe true transformation requires addressing the whole person. While we use a structured, evidence-based framework, we also look beneath the surface at how your personal history and your nervous system interact.

Deep Therapeutic Focus and What to Expect I specialize in helping modern, urban individuals. Therapy with me is active, collaborative, and entirely bespoke. We move through three clear phases:

Formulation: Decoding the core beliefs, relational triggers, and somatic symptoms driving your distress.

Regulation: Implementing immediate, clinical tools to soothe your nervous system and restore physical calm.

Resolution and Prevention: Processing the root causes to build long-term psychological health

Ready to step out of survival mode? Book a free 15-minute introductory call today to see if we are a good fit for your journey ahead.

Experience

Accredited CBT Therapist | Private Practice & Clinical Collectives London & International (Remote) | 2021 – Present I manage a successful private practice focusing on high-performing professionals and the international expat community. As part of modern health collectives, I bridge the gap between clinical excellence and holistic wellbeing, offering bespoke 1:1 sessions in both English and German. My work focuses on navigating the pressures of urban life, burnout prevention, and mind-body restoration.

Working at the intersection of psychology and modern health innovation, I work with a modern startup on holistic mental health strategies. I design and deliver corporate wellbeing workshops and webinars that translate complex psychological concepts into practical tools for stress management and emotional regulation in high-pressure environments.

Senior Lead & CBT Therapist | NHS & Digital Health Providers London, UK | 2019 – 2024 I have held senior clinical and managerial roles within the NHS and leading digital health platforms. My work involved managing complex caseloads, supervising clinicians, and leading service delivery improvements.

Assistant Psychologist & Researcher | Outpatient & Specialist Units Priory Hospital Roehampton & UCL Stigma Research Unit | 2017 – 2019 In specialist outpatient and research roles, I focused on acute mental health, addiction, and stigma. At the Priory, I integrated yoga and mindfulness into clinical plans.

Education

High Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Training Royal Holloway, University of London | Specialist clinical training providing the foundation for my BABCP accreditation and expert-level practice in evidence-based therapy.

CBT for Long-Term Health Conditions (LTC) University College London (UCL) | Advanced specialization in providing psychological support for individuals managing chronic physical health conditions and health-related anxiety.

Postgraduate Certificate in Low Intensity Interventions (IAPT) University College London (UCL) | Comprehensive training in psychological interventions, including supervisor training and evidence-based brief therapy.

Mindfulness Practitioner Training Oxford College | Certified training in mindfulness practices, which I integrate into clinical therapy to support nervous system regulation and holistic wellbeing.

Master of Science (MSc) in Addiction Psychology King’s College London | In-depth study of complex psychological patterns, habit formation, and the physiological components of mental health.

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology Kingston University London | First Class Honours degree, establishing my core scientific and psychological foundation.

Services

Intro Call

Free 15 min Online & In-person

Psychosomatic Restoration CBT

£90 50 min Online & In-person
A precision-led individual session integrating cognitive behavioural approaches with advanced nervous system regulation. We move beyond traditional talk therapy to address how chronic stress and physical symptoms manifest in the body. This session is designed for high-performers and expats seeking to restore their physiological baseline and build long-term psychological resilience. Available in English & German. Focus areas: Burnout recovery, mind-body symptoms, sleep optimization, and health

Individual Session

£90 50 min Online & In-person
Evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and the complexities of modern urban life. My approach combines the structured, goal-oriented foundation of clinical CBT with a modern, empathetic perspective. We work collaboratively to identify unhelpful patterns and develop a practical toolkit for long-term psychological stability. Fully BABCP-accredited and tailored to support high-performers and the expat community in London.

Insurances

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At a glance
London, United KingdomAvailable in-person and online
Last active
Offers free 15 minute introductory callThis provider offers a free introductory call
Note from Lisa-MarieI am currently accepting new clients, I respond to all inquiries within 4 hours.
Illustration of a smiling sun peeking over a cloud, symbolizing warmth and positivity for connecting with the therapist.
Usually responds within 12 hours

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