Meizhen Li
Psychotherapist
Introduction
About me
I’m a bilingual psychodynamic therapist and registered member of BACP and UKCP. I’ve long been fascinated by the ways our experiences shape how we think, feel, and relate to others.
In therapy, I offer a calm and thoughtful space where you can speak freely about what’s on your mind. Our conversations may explore current challenges, as well as memories, dreams, or earlier experiences that may still influence how you feel today. By gently tracing patterns and emotions back to their roots, we can begin to understand what may be causing distress and how change can become possible.
My approach is grounded in curiosity, patience, and respect for each person’s unique story. I aim to create a reliable and supportive relationship where you feel safe to explore difficult feelings and gain deeper insight into yourself. Through this process, many people begin to feel more free to express themselves and develop a more authentic and spontaneous way of being.
How it works
Includes tax & admin fee
Free 15-minute intro call
Not sure if it's the right fit? A chance to explore how we can work together before making any decisions.
Focus areas
What I help with
My approach
What it's like to work with me
Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and explore what has brought you to therapy. It’s also a chance to see whether we feel comfortable working together and whether this approach feels right for you.
If you’re coming to therapy with a specific difficulty, such as anxiety, depression, past trauma, or relationship challenges—we can work together to understand how current feelings and behaviours may be connected to earlier experiences.
For those who are interested in gaining deeper self-understanding, psychodynamic therapy can also offer a space for reflection and exploration of your inner world. Over time, this process can help bring clarity, relieve emotional distress, and support meaningful change.
Therapeutic approaches
Personal
Beyond therapy
Why I love being a therapist
What I value most about being a therapist is the deep human connection that develops in the therapeutic relationship.
My interests & joys
Reading, hiking and classical music.
Background
Professional experience
Meizhen has experience supporting individuals across a range of mental health and social care settings in the UK. Her early clinical exposure included an internship within the NHS, working with both Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and dementia services, where she gained experience supporting individuals and families navigating complex emotional and psychological challenges.
She has also worked in various mental health and community settings, including mental health hospitals, social care services supporting people with autism, and volunteer work with Samaritans. These experiences deepened her commitment to supporting people facing emotional distress and life difficulties.
Meizhen now works as a psychodynamic therapist, providing a reflective therapeutic space where clients can explore their experiences, emotions, and personal histories in depth.
Training
Credentials
- BACP (British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy)
- UKCP (United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy)
Studies
Educational background
BACP-Accredited Postgraduate Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling and Psychotherapy
MSc Health Psychology, University College London (UCL)
BSc (Hons) Psychology, University of Southampton
UKCP-Accredited MSc Psychotherapy