An independent psychological practice
Psychologically grounded work tailored to your growth and development
Led by Carl Taylor CPsychol
Psychologist | Coach | Supervisor
Moving Forward with Intention.
Many people who come to work with me are thoughtful, capable individuals who feel stuck, under pressure, or caught in patterns that no longer make sense.
You may be navigating challenges in relationships, facing increasing demands at work, or simply questioning what comes next.
My work focuses on helping people understand themselves more clearly, their relationships, their goals, and the direction they want to take.
Whether you are seeking personal growth or professional development, the work begins with an open and thoughtful conversation. Together, we explore the patterns shaping your experience and consider how you want to move forward.
I work with clients in Central London (London Bridge / Borough) and online.
The People I Work With
I tend to work with thoughtful, reflective people who take their personal and professional development seriously.
Many are professionals managing complex roles and responsibilities, people who are outwardly capable and functioning well but recognise that something internally feels stuck, pressured, or unresolved.
Others come because they want to think more deeply about their direction, their relationships, or the patterns they find themselves repeating. Some arrive during periods of transition: stepping into leadership, navigating career changes, or rethinking priorities after years of focusing on others.
Others seek therapy because emotional or relational difficulties have become harder to manage alone, despite insight and effort.
What tends to matter most is a genuine curiosity about yourself and how you want to move forward.
The people who benefit most from this work are often those who are curious about themselves and open to exploring what may need to change, even when the answers are not immediately obvious.
This kind of work is not about quick solutions; it is about developing a clearer understanding, greater psychological flexibility, and a more considered way of moving forward.
Different Ways of Working
People come to PPS for different reasons. Some are seeking psychological therapy, others coaching or professional supervision. While the focus may differ, the approach is always thoughtful, reflective, and grounded in psychological understanding.
Across all areas of work, the emphasis is on careful thinking, open dialogue, and developing insight that supports meaningful and lasting change.
Coaching
I work with thoughtful professionals who aim to maximise their potential. You might be at a professional crossroads, stepping into leadership, navigating a complex decision, or simply seeking space to reflect more carefully on your direction.
Coaching provides a structured environment to step back from the pressures of daily work and consider the choices, opportunities, and challenges ahead.
Instead of offering quick advice or techniques, the focus is on meaningful conversation, clear thinking, and intentional action. My coaching is informed by over two decades of experience as a psychologist. 
I am an accredited Practitioner Coach with the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC)
Psychological Therapy
Psychological therapy provides a space to understand the patterns that influence how you think, feel, and relate to others.
Many individuals seek therapy when something in their life feels stuck or difficult to change, even after attempting to resolve it on their own.
This could involve anxiety, relationship issues, burnout, or a growing realisation that familiar coping strategies are no longer effective. Through thoughtful conversation and reflection, therapy can help you recognise these patterns and start to respond in new ways.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, registered with both the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist.
Clinical Supervision
Supervision offers a reflective space for carefully considering clinical work, professional development, and the relational dynamics that arise in practice.
I offer supervision for psychologists and therapists across the UK via Zoom, drawing on over two decades of experience in NHS and independent settings.
I am an Applied Psychology Practice Supervisor, registered with the British Psychological Society (BPS) and an Accredited Cognitive Analytic Therapy Supervisor registered with the Association for Cognitive Analytic Therapy (ACAT).
Carl Taylor
BPS & HCPC Registered Psychologist | EMCC Accredited Coach
Carl Taylor is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with over 23 years of clinical experience, including 14 years in senior roles within NHS psychological services.
Throughout his career, he has worked in university counselling services, charities, specialised NHS teams, and private practice. These experiences continue to inform a thoughtful, relational approach to therapy, coaching, and supervision.
Before training as a psychologist, Carl worked in research and project management, and this background continues to shape the structured and reflective way he approaches his work today.
Since founding PPS in 2020, he has primarily worked with thoughtful professionals seeking a discreet, psychologically informed space to reflect, gain clarity, and create meaningful change in demanding lives.
Let’s start with a conversation.
If you’re thinking about working with me, you’re welcome to get in touch.
We can arrange an initial conversation to talk about what you’re looking for and see whether working together feels like a good fit.