Talking Women
Psychological therapy for women of all ages
At Talking Women we provide a safe space for women to share their stories and find the support they need.​ We offer psychological therapy, including CBT and EMDR, for women experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, burnout and have specialist expertise supporting women with perinatal anxiety and depression, birth trauma, perinatal loss, women's health, and menopause, as well as ADHD assessments and therapy. We offer in-person sessions in Twickenham and Richmond and online across London and the UK.
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What we can support you with
Perinatal difficulties
Whether you are preparing for birth or navigating the transition into parenthood, learn more about our specialist perinatal, postnatal depression, and birth trauma therapy.
Perimenopause and menopause
If you are experiencing the psychological impact of hormonal changes, explore how we support perimenopause and menopause emotional wellbeing.​
Trauma and PTSD
For those living with the effects of single-event trauma, birth trauma, or complex PTSD, read about our trauma-informed therapy and EMDR.
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Anxiety and OCD
If high achievement has turned into chronic worry, health fears, or intrusive thoughts, learn more about our therapy for anxiety, health anxiety, and OCD.
Burnout and chronic stress
When overfunctioning leads to exhaustion, find out more about our dedicated burnout and chronic stress management therapy.
Specialist therapies we offer
About Talking Women
Meet Our Team
Talking Women is run by two experienced psychologists with 20 years of NHS clinical experience between us. We specialise in women’s mental health and support women through the psychological challenges that can arise across different stages of life - from pregnancy, birth and motherhood to menopause, ageing and women’s health. We have particular experience with perinatal difficulties, birth trauma, loss, identity and life transitions, and offer a thoughtful, confidential space to make sense of what’s happening and find a way forward. We are based in Twickenham and offer in-person and online sessions for women in Twickenham, Teddington, Richmond, Hampton and surrounding areas. Find out more about how we work and explore our articles on burnout, pregnancy and motherhood, and women’s emotional wellbeing.
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Dr Sarah Emmerson
Dr Clare McFie
"Clare was brilliant - she was the third therapist I tried and the sessions were so helpful."
"Clare was very easy to talk to - she did more than just listen and nod - she actively helped me through a very difficult time."
"Sarah was a consistently nonjudgmental and validating support during my time in therapy"
"Sarah created space for me to process trauma in multiple areas of my life. Her compassion and reassurance became a guiding light during an incredibly difficult period."
"Seeking support from Talking Women was the greatest act of self-care I've taken."