I am a UK based, HCPC registered clinical psychologist, with over ten years experience working in the NHS. I currently accept additional clients outside of my NHS work via health insurance and self-funding.
My training and experience covers a wide range of mental health and adjustment related issues, for clients across the lifespan. No matter who you are, I would be delighted to hear from you. I offer an initial telephone call to all potential clients, to explore your needs and ensure I am the best person to support you. This comes free of charge, with no obligation.
Outside clinical psychology, I am a keen runner, rock climber, and snowboarder. I have a passion for health and well-being. I enjoy pushing myself, and in the same manner I get real satisfaction in helping others achieve the best version of themselves.
Wherever you are in life, and however you have arrived there, if you are struggling and need support, I would be privileged to walk beside you. If you wish to explore the transformative impact of psychological therapy, arrange an initial call today.
What can I expect from therapy?
Therapy is essentially a piece of work conducted between a professional and an individual, couple or group of people seeking help. This is often focused on a diagnosable mental health condition, such as depression, or post-traumatic stress disorder. However, it can also be used to work through distressing life events such as bereavement, adjustment to new and changing roles in personal and family life or at work, or as a tool for self-discovery and fulfilment.
How does it work?
Therapy involves meeting and talking with a professional, such as myself, in a safe and private space. We will first discuss the things that have brought you to seek support, to seek a shared understanding of you, your background, and your current challenges. This initial phase is called ‘formulation’ by professionals, and it will guide the rest of the work, both in the approach we use and the specific techniques and strategies we may employ.
The therapeutic relationship
Whatever approach we employ, the most important part of therapy is the therapeutic relationship. Our relationship, the warmth and compassion which carries it, and the trust which this allows, is not only something that makes this work worthwhile. It is an essential mechanism of change.
I write this based on my personal and professional values, and my wealth of experience. I also refer to the evidence base, which suggests that the quality of therapeutic relationships is one of the biggest drivers of positive outcome across all types of therapy.
Types of therapy I provide
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
- Eye-movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR)
- Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Mindfulness