Dr Andrew Williams

I am a qualified Psychoanalyst and Psychodynamic Couple Therapist with over 20 years of experience of working in mental health.

After completing medical training, I attained Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych). I then went on to complete a five-year specialised dual training in Forensic Psychiatry and Medical Psychotherapy.

I was a Consultant Psychiatrist in Medical and Forensic Psychotherapy at the Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust between 2010 and 2021, a role that included the provision of individual and group psychotherapy for a diverse patient population. I was Head of the Tavistock Clinic’s Adult Psychotherapy Service and Head of Psychiatry and Clinical Governance Lead. I was granted Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in 2022, a status awarded in recognition of outstanding contribution to the field of Psychiatry.

Alongside my career in the NHS, I qualified as a Psychoanalyst at the British Psychoanalytical Society. I then went on to qualify as a Psychodynamic Couple Therapist at the British Psychotherapy Foundation.

In terms of my approach, although my main technique derives from psychoanalytic theory and practice, I also use  other approaches such as systemic therapy, mentalisation-based treatment and CBT in order to best meet the needs of my patients. I am experienced in treating people who struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, issues with identity and compulsive sexual behaviours. I am familiar with working with patients who identify as neurodivergent, and offer online (Zoom) therapy for persons who are not able to attend in person.

As a Psychodynamic Couple Therapist, I offer psychotherapy for couples who are struggling with challenges in the areas such as difficulties with intimacy, conflict, and infidelity.

If you would like a preliminary discussion regarding the possibility of working together, please contact me by email and I will be happy to speak with you by telephone or set up an initial consultation.

I am a Fellow of the British Psychoanalytical Society (BPS) and a Member of the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC).

a.williams@qaspractice.com