Therapy for Professionals & Business Owners in Epsom, Surrey
Specialist EMDR and CBT therapy for professionals and business owners dealing with burnout, work stress, and the psychological pressures of high-performance environments.
In-person in Epsom | Online across the UK
Why Specialist Therapy for Professionals?
Therapy for professionals is clinical therapy specifically for the psychological challenges that come with high-pressure careers, leadership roles, or running your own business. This isn't coaching — it's EMDR and CBT delivered by a therapist who also understands organisational psychology, leadership dynamics, and workplace stress.
This may be right for you if:
The pressure of leadership has become psychologically overwhelming
You're experiencing burnout, trauma, or anxiety related to your business or role
You need someone who understands both the clinical psychology AND the business context
Standard therapy feels too general, but coaching doesn't address the deeper psychological issues
Who Is This For?
Business Owners & Entrepreneurs You carry the weight of financial risk, ultimate responsibility, and can't separate yourself from your business. The isolation, pressure, and constant decision-making has led to burnout and anxiety that self-help alone can’t fix.
Senior Executives & Directors You're navigating complex organizational politics, high-stakes pressure, and stakeholder expectations. You may be dealing with challenging dynamics or the psychological weight of leadership decisions.
Professionals You appear confident and capable on the outside, but internally you're struggling with imposter syndrome, high-functioning anxiety, or approaching burnout. You need to address this before it becomes crisis.
Common Issues I Help With
Burnout & Exhaustion
Can’t switch off from work
Physical and emotional exhaustion
Cynicism and decreased effectiveness
Approaching or past breaking point
Leadership Pressure
Weight of responsibility for decisions and outcomes
Second-guessing and catastrophic thinking
Isolation when you can’t show vulnerability
Imposter syndrome despite success
Workplace Trauma
Toxic work environments or bullying
Witnessing or experiencing traumatic incidents
Betrayal, undermining, political dynamics
PTSD from workplace experiences
High-Functioning Anxiety
Performing well externally while struggling internally
Perfectionism and constant worry
Physical symptoms (racing heart, insomnia, tension)
Managing anxiety to maintain professional image
Why Work With Me?
I'm uniquely qualified to help:
✓ BABCP Accredited CBT Therapist
✓ EMDR UK Accredited Therapist
✓ Business Psychologist
✓ EMCC Accredited Executive Coach
✓ 16,000+ clinical hours & over 1,600 leaders trained in business psychology
My background includes:
NHS leadership roles during pandemic and Grenfell crisis response
Clinical Lead for NHS Workforce Wellbeing & Resilience
Understanding both individual psychology AND organisational psychology
This dual expertise means I can:
Process actual trauma using EMDR (not just manage symptoms)
Understand the organisational context and occupational demands creating your distress
Navigate business realities alongside psychological healing
Help you lead sustainably without self-sacrifice
Services
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EMDR Therapy
For processing workplace trauma—toxic interactions, critical incidents, ongoing stress that's created PTSD-like symptoms. EMDR helps your brain reprocess stuck memories so they stop controlling your present.
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Business Psychology Understanding
Context for organisational dynamics, leadership challenges, and structural issues contributing to your distress. This isn't about "fixing" you—it's understanding the full picture.
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
For transforming thought patterns driving anxiety, perfectionism, and burnout. Practical strategies to manage catastrophic thinking, imposter syndrome, and unhelpful behaviours.
What My Clients Say
"From the very first conversation I was at ease. Once we had worked on my immediate workplace issues we moved onto coaching and next steps in moving forward."
— Director of Adult Services"What I found most incredible was the space Thulasi created for me to transform past traumas with EMDR. This form of treatment is unquestionably the most effective and healing experience I've ever had."
— Business Owner, Creative Services
“Thulasi is a highly professional and deeply knowledgeable therapist and coach with outstanding listening skills. Her ability to offer very precise suggestions based on fantastic listening and analysis made a profound impact on my life and perceptions both through work and homework between sessions. I am eternally grateful.”
— Online Media Sales, Digital EntertainmentBook Your Free 15-Minute Consultation.
I offer therapy for business owners and professionals in-person in Epsom and online across the UK. Use this form to get in touch.
Session fees are £125 per session. I do work with some medical insurance companies on a ‘pay and reclaim’ basis.

