Therapy for professionals in London
Something doesn’t feel right. You don’t have to work it out alone.
You’re used to being capable and keeping things moving. Yet behind the responsibilities and expectations, you may feel anxious, overwhelmed or unsure of what you need. You don’t have to wait until things become unmanageable to make space for yourself.
I’m Nadim Choudhury. At CityCalm Therapy, I draw on hypnotherapy and psychotherapy to offer professionals in London a warm space to speak openly, understand what’s troubling them and explore a way forward. I work online or in person.
Meet Nadim
I’m Nadim Choudhury, founder of CityCalm Therapy. My background spans careers development, senior leadership and work with financial services professionals. I understand how closely work can become tied to identity, security and self-worth.
I offer a warm, straightforward space to explore what is happening behind the pressure. You might want to understand persistent worry, reconsider your relationship with work , family or relationships issues or speak about feelings you rarely share elsewhere.
I have trained with the National College of Hypnosis and Psychotherapy and on the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) training path for hypno-psychotherapists and hold a foundation in psychoanalytic psychotherapy with the Association of Group and Individual Psychotherapists
I hold a Master’s in Organisational Psychology and Coaching from Birkbeck, University of London and first degree in Economics from The University of Manchester. My careers and leadership experience is separate from my clinical training; both inform my understanding of professional life.
Support for the person behind the role
Start with a free 30-minute consultation. Individual sessions are £95 for 60 minutes, online or in person by arrangement.
To enquire, email citycalmtherapy@gmail.com or use the form below. There is no obligation to book further sessions.
Anxiety
A busy mind, persistent self-doubt or the feeling that you cannot switch off. Perhaps you replay meetings, worry about mistakes or find that work is affecting your sleep and relationships.
We can explore the expectations you carry, how you respond to pressure and what makes it difficult to set limits.
Burnout and career pressure
You may feel depleted, detached or caught in a role that has started to cost too much. There is space to consider what has become unsustainable and what matters to you now.
You do not need to arrive with a decision about leaving your job or changing career.
Men’s issues
Questions about success, getting older, personal relationships and identity can be difficult to discuss when you are used to being the person who copes.
You can speak openly about family or relationship issues, loneliness, cultural expectations, sexuality or a sense that life has become smaller than you expected. Men of different backgrounds and sexualities are welcome.
Concerns about how you cope
If alcohol or drug use is worrying you, you can raise it in the consultation. We will consider suitable support, including specialist help where appropriate.
CityCalm does not provide medical addiction treatment or detoxification.
How we work together
We begin with a conversation about what is happening in your life and what you would like to understand or change. My approach is shaped around your circumstances, and we will review how the sessions are going.
Hypnotherapy can involve focused attention, guided relaxation and imagery that we discuss together. You remain in control, can stop at any point and do not have to use hypnosis in every session.
The introductory consultation is a chance to ask questions and consider whether my approach fits your needs. There is no fixed timetable or promise of a particular result.
Start with a conversation
Considering hypnotherapy? Send a short message to arrange a free 30-minute consultation. We can discuss what brings you here, ask questions and consider whether working together feels right.
You do not need to share your full history in an enquiry. A few lines are enough to begin.
Email citycalmtherapy@gmail.com or call 07590 042632. Please mention any particular arrangements I should follow when contacting you.
Please avoid sending detailed medical or sensitive personal information through this form. Messages are not monitored continuously; this is not an emergency service.
Policies
At CityCalmTherapy, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data. This Data Protection and Privacy Notice outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Data Controller and Processor
Nadim Choudhury, operating as CityCalmTherapy, is the Data Controller and Processor responsible for your personal data.
Basis for Processing Personal Data
We process your personal data under the lawful basis of "Legitimate Interests," as it is necessary to provide therapeutic services you have requested. This includes data you would reasonably expect us to hold and use in the context of our professional relationship.
Information We Collect
For Enquiries: Information you provide via email, text, or other messages when enquiring about our services.
For Clients Attending Sessions:
Basic details such as your name, email address, and phone number.
Information shared during therapy sessions, including case notes and assessments.
Records of therapeutic interventions used during sessions.
Correspondence between us, including emails and text messages.
Information received from third parties, such as your GP or insurance provider, if applicable.
Some of this information may be classified as special category data under the UK GDPR, as it pertains to your health and well-being. The processing of this data is necessary for the provision of health care services.
Data Usage
Your data is primarily used to deliver effective therapy services. It may also be utilized for scientific research and statistical purposes, ensuring that such use complies with ethical standards and legal requirements.
Data Sharing
We do not share your personal data with third parties unless:
You have given explicit consent.
It is necessary to share information with your GP or other relevant professionals, which will be discussed with you beforehand.
We are required to do so by law or under the Requirements for Disclosure, as detailed during our initial consultation.
Our accountant may access financial records that include your payment information. If you prefer, we can anonymize your identifiable data before sharing it with our accountant.
Data Storage and Security
We take the security of your data seriously and implement the following measures:
Emails: Stored on a secure server and, if archived, in a GDPR-compliant cloud storage service.
Text and Instant Messages: Held on a password-protected mobile device.
Session Notes: Handwritten notes are kept in a locked filing cabinet, using a coding system to maintain confidentiality.
Payment Information: Credit card details are securely processed and immediately shredded.
We retain your data for seven years, in line with our insurance requirements. After this period, paper records are shredded, and electronic records are permanently deleted.
Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Right of Access: You can request a copy of the data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification: You can ask us to correct any inaccuracies in your data.
Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your data, subject to certain conditions.
Right to Restrict Processing: You can ask us to limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability: You can request that your data be transferred to another service provider.
Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your data in specific circumstances.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below. We will respond to your request within 30 days, unless prevented by circumstances such as holidays or illness.
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Data Breaches
In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will notify the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) and any affected individuals within 72 hours, as required by law.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Notice or how your data is handled, please contact:
Nadim Choudhury
CityCalmTherapy
Email: citycalmtherapy@gmail.com
Phone: +44 (0)7590042632
We are committed to ensuring the confidentiality and security of your personal data and to complying with all applicable data protection laws.