Conditions
Anxiety Depression
Symptoms
Anxiety or worry Feeling disconnected from others Sadness or low mood
Format
In-person Online

Ricky Williamson

Provider type Psychologist
Location United Kingdom
Ricky Williamson

Overview

The practice is led by Ricky Williamson, a UK-based psychotherapist who works with existential issues, spirituality and psychedelic integration. The clinic emphasises a transpersonal approach rooted in Psychosynthesis and psychodynamic ideas, combined with philosophical perspectives informed by an MA in Philosophy from the University of Amsterdam. The practice offers one-to-one psychotherapy and integration support for people processing profound life questions and altered states.

The clinic describes itself as warm and accepting, focusing on thoughtful, reflective therapeutic work rather than medical or pharmacological treatment. Ricky does not provide substances or trip-sitting services; his work is oriented toward preparation, therapy and integration.

Best for

This provider is best suited for people experiencing existential crisis, depression, anxiety or broader mental distress who are seeking a spiritually informed, philosophically literate psychotherapeutic approach. The practice is appropriate for clients wanting support with psychedelic integration (non-prescribing), spiritual questions, and meaning-focused therapy.

  • Clients facing depression or low mood
  • People dealing with anxiety and worry
  • Individuals seeking psychedelic integration and meaning-making

Approach

The clinic’s approach is transpersonal and psychosynthesis-informed, blending psychodynamic techniques with openness to spiritual and metaphysical topics. Sessions centre on exploration of inner experience, values and beliefs, and aim to integrate psychological and existential insights into daily life.

Treatment typically involves regular psychotherapy sessions focused on reflective dialogue, existential exploration and integration work for those who have had psychedelic experiences. The practitioner emphasises sensitivity, compassion and emotional intelligence, and frames therapy as a collaborative exploration rather than directive advice-giving.

Education and Training

The practitioner trained at the Psychosynthesis Trust in London and holds an MA in Philosophy from the University of Amsterdam. The site displays affiliation with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), indicating recognised professional membership.

Support

Clients receive preparatory discussion, therapeutic support during ordinary psychotherapy sessions, and integration-focused follow-up when relevant. The practice emphasises safe, ethical boundaries and confidentiality, offering a reflective, non-judgemental setting for discussing spiritual and existential concerns.

Support is described as tailored to the client’s needs, with sensitivity to diverse worldviews and an emphasis on client safety and wellbeing during exploration of intense or altered states.

Practical details

Booking is by free consultation via email. The website lists a UK phone number and contact email; the site content is in English. There is no explicit published address or detailed session pricing on the site. Ricky notes he does not provide substances or trip-sitting; his work is clinical/therapeutic and integrative.

This description was generated based on information from the official website and other materials provided by the provider.

Symptoms Treated

Anxiety or worry Feeling disconnected from others Sadness or low mood

Languages Offered

English

Insurance Accepted

No Insurance Accepted

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