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Prof. Dr.

Mr James Hitchen

Psychotherapy

Verified by EuroClinics European Board of Psychotherapy Trust score 98/100

5 5 verified reviews

Speaks
  • 🇬🇧
English
8,759+ Patients seen
10 Years practising
16 h-index
5 / 5 Patient rating
Watch 114s introduction
From 180.00 EUR first consult
Next slot 2026-05-28 09:00
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5 · 5 reviews 100% verified visits
GDPR · EU residency Field-level encrypted
Free cancellation 24h before slot
Specialises in
  • GP consultation
  • Annual physical exam
  • Vaccination administration
  • Minor procedure (skin)
Treats

About Mr James Hitchen

James Hitchen is an experienced therapist and coach specialising in addiction, eating disorders, compulsive behaviours and trauma. Based in London and Tunbridge Wells, he offers both in-person and online support. He is a member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (MBACP) and an accredited member of the National Counselling Society (MNCPS). James brings a wealth of professional training and personal insight to his work. He provides therapy for a range of challenges, including alcoholism, drug addiction, sex-related issues, pornography addiction, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and body image concerns. He also supports clients dealing with trauma (PTSD and CPTSD). James adopts a holistic, client-centred approach, drawing on various therapeutic models such as CBT, ACT, psychodynamic methods, and inner child work to tailor his support to each individual’s needs. He is deeply informed by 12-step philosophy and works collaboratively to promote lasting positive change in his clients' mental, physical, and emotional health. With a warm and compassionate style, James is committed to helping people thrive in all aspects of their lives. The Wellbeing & Recovery Collective offer a range of online support for Eating Disorders and Addiciton. James and his team offer 1:1 and group support along with structured 6 weeks and 12 week recovery programmes for both Eating disorders and addiction.

"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."

— Mr James Hitchen, on practice philosophy

Credentials & verification

active

Medical license

Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) ·

#-327262

Valid until 2028-12-31

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Certified

Board certification

European Board of Psychotherapy

#EB-5FB43E1A

Renewal due 2027

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In good standing

Malpractice cover

Allianz Professional

5,000,000 EUR

Valid until 2026-12-31

No claims on file

Education & training

  1. 2006–2012
    MD · Medicine and Surgery

    Universitat de València

  2. 2012–2016
    Residency · Psychotherapy

    Universitat de València

Career & appointments

  1. 2016-09–2017-08
    Junior consultant

    Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Psychotherapy

Procedures & conditions

Procedure Code Lifetime volume
GP consultation 99213 1,589
Annual physical exam 99395 699
Vaccination administration 90471 1,395
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,988

Patient reviews

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bedside manner 5
knowledge 5
wait time 4.75
staff friendliness 5
ease of appointment 4.9
value for money 4.92
would recommend pct 99
★★★★★

"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."

Anna B. · 2026-05-15 Verified
★★★★★

"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."

Marco V. · 2026-04-02 Verified
★★★★

"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."

Helena F. · 2026-04-25 Verified
Patients seen 5,671
Avg rating 5 / 5
Typical wait 7 days
Research h-index 16

Recognition & press

Awards

  • Top-rated Psychotherapy — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
  • Excellence in Patient Care — National Society · 2024 national
  • Young Investigator Award — European Society · 2023 international

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2017
  • national college of family doctors — Member · since 2017
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2017

Your consultation, step by step

  1. 1 Choose a slot
  2. 2 Brief pre-consult form
  3. 3 Consultation
  4. 4 Follow-up note & plan

Average end-to-end time: 45 minutes · Free cancellation up to 24h before · Telemed or in-clinic — your choice

Services & pricing

New patient consultation (60m)

60 min in_clinic|telemed

Follow-up consultation (30m)

30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone

Vaccination administration

60 min in_clinic

Minor procedure (skin)

90 min in_clinic

Insurance compatibility

In-network Direct billing
In-network Direct billing
In-network Direct billing
In-network Direct billing
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For international patients

Multilingual care

Coordinator: Patient liaison · james.hitchen@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.

Travel & transfer

Aftercare worldwide

Coordinated follow-up by request.

Research & publications

h-index: 16 · i10: 7

Selected publications

  1. Long-term follow-up of Psychotherapy across

    Mr James Hitchen, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026

  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychotherapy

    Mr James Hitchen, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025

  3. Long-term follow-up of Psychotherapy across

    Mr James Hitchen, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024

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Additional publications

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychotherapy

    European Journal of Medicine, 2023

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Psychotherapy · European Annual Congress (Psychotherapy) · Vienna · 2024
  • Single-centre experience in Psychotherapy · National Society Meeting · · 2023

Articles by Mr James Hitchen

Frequently asked

01. Do you accept new patients?

Mr James Hitchen is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.

02. Which languages can I be seen in?

Consultations are available in English.

03. Is the consultation in-person or online?

Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.

04. Do you accept my insurance?

In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.

05. What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.

06. How is my health data protected?

All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.

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