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Life hits us with the first arrow. Therapy helps you stop firing the second.
Psychotherapy and Counselling in Central and East London.
Kindarrow is a therapy service based in London delivering face to face and online Psychotherapy.
Meet Bradley
I founded Kindarrow Therapy because I believe that the path to healing requires both a soft place to land and a clear sense of direction. In my years of learning, I saw too many people feeling ‘stuck’, either overwhelmed by the weight of their past or paralysed by the uncertainty of their future.
I wanted to create a practice that honours the tension between self-acceptance and the desire for change. Kindarrow was born from the idea that therapy should be a collaborative partnership: one rooted in deep kindness and radical empathy, but also focused like an arrow on the growth and clarity you deserve.
I look forward to meeting with you,
My clinical training was at the University of Greenwich, I am an Integrative Psychotherapist specialising in a relational approach. My practice is shaped by a diverse background that includes an Art History degree, experience within London’s fine art sector, and a career in global corporate tech. I also spent significant time living and working in Macau, China, further broadening my clinical perspective.
These experiences provided me with a grounded, practical understanding of human systems and the universal challenges of navigating identity, pressure, and change.
I eventually moved into psychotherapy to integrate these global perspectives with my lifelong interests in fine art, philosophy, and human expression. This background allows me to bring a unique breadth of insight to my work, making my approach well-suited to individuals from all walks of life who are seeking a deeper understanding of their internal world.
My clinical path includes a current post as an Honorary Psychotherapist at the Maudsley Hospital and experience supporting students at Goldsmiths University, working as a supervisor & trainer with a charity that supports those who feel suicidal, or that life is no longer worth living. Additionally I’m an Associate Psychotherapist at the Clearthinking Clinic.
Meaning
Making room for a life that feels chosen, not just inherited.
Life rarely comes with a clear script, yet many of us feel under pressure to behave as if we have one. In our work together, meaning is not something I hand to you, but something we co-create as we explore your experiences, relationships and history. From an existential perspective, this includes facing questions of freedom, responsibility, mortality and choice, and noticing how these themes quietly shape your everyday life.
Drawing on psychodynamic and Lacanian ideas, we pay attention to what is said and unsaid, to patterns that repeat, and to how early experiences and unconscious desires still speak through current dilemmas. Meaning emerges as we stay with your contradictions rather than rushing to fix them, allowing a more honest sense of self and direction to take shape over time.
Insight
Understanding yourself more clearly, so you can choose more freely.
Insight, in this context, is not a clever slogan or a quick “aha” moment, but a deepening awareness of how you have come to be who you are. In the therapy room, we slow down enough to notice your assumptions, defences and fantasies, and how they protect and limit you at the same time.
Psychodynamic work helps us trace links between past and present, while an existential lens invites you to consider how you are currently relating to your own choices, values and limits. Influenced by Lacanian thought, I’m interested in the gaps and slips in language, in what your words seem to circle around but cannot quite say.
These moments can open up new insight into desire, shame, and the stories you tell yourself about who you should be.
Connection
A thoughtful relationship that becomes the ground for change.
Connection, in this work, is not a vague ideal but something we explore carefully in the live relationship between us. Therapy offers a steady, thinking space where your ways of approaching closeness, distance, conflict and care can be noticed and understood, rather than simply repeated. The specific theory we use is merely the map, but our relationship is the vehicle that actually moves you forward. Decades of evidence confirm that a strong, collaborative bond is more vital to your growth than any single technique (Lambert, 1992).
From an existential perspective, we pay attention to what it means to be with another person as yourself, how you negotiate freedom, dependence, difference and belonging in a world that is often overwhelming and uncertain.
So how do I get going with therapy at Kindarrow?
Sarah James
I’m interested in therapy, are you available?
Bradley
Welcome! – Absolutely, shall we book in a quick 15 minute discovery session?
Sarah James
Yes, I think that would be helpful!
Step 1
Step 2
Once you have decided to meet online or in person and I have confirmed I have matching availability I will send you registration forms and we will begin an initial series of 6 sessions. You will have access to a client portal to see your invoices, manage appointments and send messages.
Step 3
We will review progress on our 6th session and decide together if you’d like to continue on with regular informal reviews to ensure you are still happy to continue.
Book in today for an initial free 15 minute video call session. We will discuss what brings you to seeking therapy, your goals and I will share with you how psychotherapy with Kindarrow takes place and if you feel we are a match can arrange an initial session.
Navigating the full, unfiltered spectrum of the human heart and mind.
Career Stress
Burnout
Social Anxiety
Panic Attacks
LGBTQIA+
Minority Stress
Neurodiversity
Belonging
Relationship Patterns
Intimacy Issues
Sexuality
Family Dynamics
Depression
Anxiety
Self-esteem
Life Transitions
Loss & Grief
Purpose & Meaning
Freedom & Agency
Identity Exploration
Case Study
When I first started therapy, I felt like I was constantly bracing for the next panic attack. My world had become very small because I was too afraid of when the ‘chest tightness’ or the racing heart would strike again. I saw my anxiety as a flaw that I needed to delete from my life.
Through our work together, the shift wasn’t just about the symptoms fading, though they did, it was about changing my relationship with them. We looked at what my body was actually trying to tell me. I learned that my panic wasn’t an ‘attack’ from the outside, but an overwhelmed system trying to protect me.
Today, the physical symptoms don’t carry the same power over me. I’ve gone from trying to outrun my anxiety to sitting with it, understanding its role, and ultimately moving forward with a sense of ease I didn’t think was possible.
Anonymous Client
London, UK.
Everything you need to know
What can I expect during our first session?
Our first meeting is a chance for us to get to know each other. I’ll ask about what brought you here and what you’re hoping to change. You don’t need to have everything figured out; we’ll just talk through where you are right now and see if we’re a good fit to work together.
How long does therapy usually last?
Therapy is a highly individual process. Some clients find that a few months of weekly sessions provide the tools they need, while others prefer longer-term support for deeper exploration. We will check in regularly to discuss your progress and how much longer you’d like to continue.
How do I know if you are the "right" therapist for me?
A good ‘click’ is the most important part of therapy. In the first few sessions, pay attention to whether you feel heard, safe, and respected. If it doesn’t feel like the right match, I am happy to help you find a colleague who might be a better fit for your specific style.
Is what we talk about confidential?
Yes. As a professional who abides by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy’s Ethical Code of Conduct, I am legally and ethically bound to protect your privacy. There are only a few very specific exceptions, such as if there is a risk of immediate harm to yourself or someone else, which we will discuss in detail during our first session. I am also regsitered with the Information Commissioners Office (ICO).
What if I don’t know what to talk about?
That is completely normal! Some days you might have a specific problem to solve, and other days you might just feel a general sense of unease. My job is to ask the right questions and help you explore what’s beneath the surface.
Do you offer in-person or online sessions?
I offer both in-person sessions at my office and secure, GDPR compliant video sessions for those who prefer the convenience of meeting from home. I am also able to visit you at your own location (as long as it is private). All formats are equally effective, and we can choose the one that fits your lifestyle best.
What is your cancellation policy?
require 48 hours’ notice for cancellations. Because that time is reserved exclusively for you, sessions cancelled with less notice will incur the full fee. This helps me maintain a consistent schedule for all my clients.
What are your fees and do you offer a sliding scale?
I believe in being clear about the financial commitment of therapy from the start. My current fee structure is as follows:
How do I get started?
The easiest way to start is by booking a free 15-minute consultation. This gives us a chance to chat briefly and schedule your initial intake appointment.
