Wilder Gutterson
Counselling & Psychotherapy for Individuals and Couples
Counselling
Welcome
Just by exploring this site you’ve already taken a significant step towards achieving the changes you may desire.
My Approach
I believe that everyone longs to feel validated and accepted. Yet sharing our innermost thoughts may feel unnerving, overwhelming, and sometimes even shameful. I strongly believe that exploring our private worlds with a trusted counsellor, at the right pace, can repair complex problems and resolve long-standing issues.
Some individuals use counselling to free themselves from anxiety and depression. Others need to work through a bereavement or to heal from a past, painful episode. Maybe old coping strategies no longer soothe and comfort, and you need to forge solutions that are effective and useful. Couples may want to improve communication, or repair following an infidelity.
What happens
Whatever has brought you to this point, through the process of counselling we will explore together various options in a safe environment focused on achieving your aims.
Please get in touch. I’m happy to have an initial chat on Zoom or the phone so you can see first-hand how I work, and gauge how well we get on.
To book an appointment email me at: wilder@wildergtherapy.com or call: 07986 467 414
Working with me
What we do
Just talking and being understood can be transformational. We may explore family history, and do exercises to help you work through trauma, depression or anxiety. Couples may have communication exercises they can practice at home.
Solution focused
Individuals set the time and pace for their own growth and change. Couples often reconnect and move forward, while others may decide to move apart in a non-blameful, less angry frame of mind.
My clients
I am non-prescriptive and work with each client on their own terms. Whether you are single, newly together, or in a long-term relationship, my approach is non-judgement as I respond to your specific needs and wishes. I work as a facilitator and guide to help you discover your own solutions. You will find me a compassionate, active listener, and if asked, can offer my own ideas and thoughts. I also work with some clients as an Executive Coach.
Ways to work
I am trained in a number of different modalities (Gestalt, Parts work, Mentalization Based Therapy). So interested clients can use the therapy space in creative and unexpected ways – to rehearse conversations; to resolve conflicts with family members, even those who may no longer be available; perhaps engaging in dialogue with a self-critical voice, or other aspect of themselves.
Listed below are some techniques couples can try (click on each one to find out more).
Frequently Asked Questions
Schedule a Session
Please get in touch to see how I might help.
I usually recommend an introductory session to begin.
Fees are £80 for individuals, or £120 for couples.
Wilder Gutterson
07986 467 414
(On-line or rooms in Kentish Town & Highgate)
About me
I am a dual American/British national and began my career as an actor and director in New York, so I understand the artist’s perspective. I moved to the UK in the late 90’s and have an MA in Organisational Psychology from the Tavistock and Portman, and I trained and qualified with Relate as a relationship counsellor.
An experienced counsellor, I work with both individuals and couples. My client profile is wide-ranging, includes all adult ages, straight and LGBT, and an even mix of men and women. Some people come for just a few sessions and move on, others stay on for multiple years.
I also do executive coaching and work with corporate groups and family businesses struggling to balance personal and professional matters.
I am a former Trustee of: The Albert Kennedy Trust, Theatre-Rites, and The Royal College of Art SU.