About Dr Luise Weigel
You are not
a set of symptoms.
Not everyone wants a diagnosis—and that is completely okay. Some people want clarity and validation. Others want to understand their minds, make sense of how they arrived here and work out what comes next.
How I work
Three principles,
in my words and theirs
01 · The approach
I refuse to pigeonhole people.
I draw on evidence-based psychological approaches, but I do not believe therapy should feel manualised or one-size-fits-all.
You are not a set of symptoms to be matched to a protocol. We will shape the work around you: your needs, your preferences and what feels useful in your life.
With Dr Weigel it was very different—she was refreshingly honest and empathetic. Her approach was direct, well balanced between being challenging and caring.
Lisa · client
02 · The process
Change happens in the present.
The past matters. Understanding where difficulties come from can be important, but meaningful change also involves what is happening now—and what you can do differently in daily life.
We will focus on ways of coping that feel natural and workable, rather than collecting techniques that stay on a worksheet.
I really value her pragmatic approach—she offers practical suggestions that help me navigate difficult situations. Sessions are very supportive.
David · client
03 · The relationship
Not much gets past me.
Clients often tell me that. I pay close attention, but I will not push you into difficult territory before you are ready—particularly at the beginning. If a subject does not feel right, you can say so.
Sessions are active, thoughtful conversations—not a performance, and not an exercise in silently nodding along.
She is direct and honest but her words are always delivered with compassion and empathy. I always come out of an appointment with food for thought and a way forward.
Ruth · client
The truth is,
people fascinate me.
I am interested in how people think, what drives them and how their experiences shape the ways they see themselves and the world. I especially value the moments when someone begins to notice an inner shift—when they look back and wonder, “How did I get here?”
Qualified 2001
Independent practice since 2002
HCPC Registered
BPS Chartered
Associate Fellow BPS
Your first step
Seeing that change unfold
never gets old.
The first appointment is an hour long, and you do not need to prepare anything. We’ll talk about what you’ve been experiencing and what you’d like help with.