Dr Alan Hebben-Wadey
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About me
I am a Clinical Psychologist with many years of experience helping people with their mental health. I provide only the best, evidence-based therapies that teach individuals and couples how to take care of their mental health and relationships for themselves, for life. I run a private practice in Eastbourne, where I provide psychological assessments and therapy, as well as training and supervision for other health professionals. I also teach and develop courses for future psychologists at Canterbury Christchurch University, focusing on how to use therapy to treat distress associated with long-term health issues.
I have advanced training in several therapies, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Emotion Focused Therapy. These therapies have the strongest evidence for being effective over the short term across a range of difficulties. My career includes working in the NHS, where I developed and led psychology services for people with heart conditions, diabetes, neurological disorders, and workplace-related stress.
In addition to my clinical work, I teach at several universities and have been involved in national programs to improve psychological services. I am passionate about advancing mental health care through teaching, practice, and service development.
Training, qualifications & experience
TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS
- Emotion Focused Therapy (2023)
- Advanced Skills in Compassion Focused Therapy (2019)
- Specialist Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (2018)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) (2016)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (2015)
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) (2011), University College London
- MSc Health Psychology (2005), University of Sussex
- BSc (Hons) Experimental Psychology (2003), University of Sussex
EXPERIENCE
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist and expert in the treatment of psychological distress
Over my career I have built and led a number of clinical services within the NHS, managed a thriving independent practice and supervised the clinical work of fellow mental health professionals.
I am a skilled teacher and trainer, with higher education teaching qualifications and with many years' experience developing the skills of medical professionals and mental health professionals to better understand and work with mental health issues.
Member organisations
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Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Long term health conditions, especially cardiac problems, neurological problems (MS, Parkinson's, epilepsy), diabetes, dermatological conditions, respiratory disorders
Therapies offered
Fees
£100.00 - £130.00
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
Individuals (50 minutes): £120
Couples (50 minutes): £130
I offer reduced rate sessions depending on circumstances. Please enquire for more information.
When I work
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Monday 9:00am - 8:45pm
Tuesday 9:00am - 9:15pm
