- CBT based work
- EMDR supported care
- Multicultural awareness
About Naftoli
Naftoli Lifschitz is a psychotherapist in the United Kingdom with 14 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, relationship concerns and grief. He also supports clients facing life changes, career questions and issues with self-esteem.
Naftoli uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy as a main framework and also employs Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can use between meetings. He aims to help people notice thought patterns, manage strong reactions and build more useful habits.
His background includes a diploma in counselling and a Master of Arts degree. He has been accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, since 2016. Over his career he has worked with a wide range of clients in settings including GP practices and private referrals.
Naftoli pays attention to cultural and personal differences. He helps people talk about difficult feelings without judgement and explores how values and beliefs affect behaviour. That includes work on attachment, communication problems, control issues and forgiveness.
Practical concerns such as coping with chronic pain, addiction, eating-related issues and impulsivity are part of his caseload. He supports people handling separation, career transitions and the isolation that can come with big life changes. The emphasis is on understanding patterns and trying out different responses over time.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Naftoli commonly uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, which focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small changes in behaviour. CBT sessions often involve setting practical tasks and reviewing what worked between meetings, which can help with anger, anxiety and mood difficulties.He also uses Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing, a method that helps when distress links back to specific traumatic memories. EMDR aims to reduce the intensity of those memories so they are less likely to trigger strong emotional reactions.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about their needs, goals and preferences, and then agree which methods to try. The plan can be adjusted as therapy progresses, with regular discussion about what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm the current online options before booking. Many people find online work useful because it can fit into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Registered or accredited professionals can offer online sessions that focus on skills practice, trauma-focused work or behavioural experiments, and these can be adapted to the client’s day-to-day life.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
United Kingdom
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, relationship concerns, grief and life changes, among other issues.
How would he approach problems with anger?
He uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to identify triggers and thought patterns, and EMDR where trauma is involved, helping people try different responses to strong emotions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 14 years of professional experience and has supported over a thousand clients in various settings.
What are his professional credentials and where is he based?
He is accredited by the BACP and practises in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the UK work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.