Dr Daisy Best
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This professional is currently not accepting new clients at this time.
This professional is currently not accepting new clients at this time.
About me
North Yorkshire Psychological Therapies is an independent psychology service for members of the public based in a discreet yet attractive premise in central Middlesbrough. It is a limited company and I am a Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC and the BPS. The assessment and therapy service that I offer is collaborative, supportive and sincere. Developing a therapeutic relationship with you is the foundation of the work that we can do together.
Since 2002, I have worked therapeutically with adults and young people who are emotionally distressed and who want support to make changes to improve the way that they cope with a range of life experiences. I provide 1:1 therapy for adults of all ages and young people. I am trained and skilled in a range of therapeutic approaches and will work alongside you to identify the best approach for you.
I encourage you to look at my website and make a decision that is right for you.
Training, qualifications & experience
- Doctorate in Psychology
- EMDR Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4
- Post Graduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education
- Certificate in Supervision
- Certificate in Psychodrama
- Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Qualification in Counselling Psychology (awarded by the British Psychological Society in 2008)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Counselling
- BSc (Hons) in Applied Psychology
I have worked within the National Health Service with people with learning disabilities, homeless adults with mental health problems and between 2009 and 2014, I worked with adults with chronic pain. I have also worked with children and young people with a range of difficulties (including trauma, bullying, behavioural difficulties and low self esteem).
My experience includes work within a charitable organisation for adults with drug and alcohol addiction and for adults and family members/partners of adults who are HIV positive.
I work with clients who experience depression, anxiety (including phobias) and pain (including pain that doesn’t have a medical diagnosis). My experience includes working with clients who have experienced childhood trauma and adult trauma (including accidents and domestic violence), bereavement, adjustment, difficulties with assertiveness/confidence, self harm and low self esteem. I also work with clients with addiction to prescribed medication and to alcohol or illicit substances. Finally, I have worked with adults and young people who are coming to terms with their sexuality and personal identity.
If I feel unable to work with a specific difficulty or if I feel your need would be better met by another service, I will be honest with you about this.
I have worked on a local Doctorate in Counselling Psychology where, as part of a team I taught others to become Counselling Psychologists. I carry out research into trauma and am a published author. I have experience of supervising trainee and qualified counsellors and psychologists.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
The HCPC are an independent, UK-wide health regulator. They set standards of professional training, performance and conduct for 16 professions.
They keep a register of health professionals who meet their standards, and they take action if registered health professionals fall below those standards. They were created by a piece of legislation called the Health Professions Order 2001.
Registration means that a health professional meets national standards for their professional training, performance and conduct.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
- Chronic pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Medically Unexplained Symptoms
Therapies offered
Fees
£95.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
£95 per hour for therapy.
When I work
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Available for face to face therapy.
Further information
What is a psychologist?
A psychologist is someone who has a degree in psychology and then achieves a qualification in a specific area of psychology (in my case, Counselling Psychology). Training is at least six years long and a range of clinical experiences are gained during that time. The title of Counselling Psychologist is protected which means that people can only use this title if they are Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. This ensures that the public are protected and have someone to report to if they have concerns about the service they have received. It also means that the Psychologist has to meet a specific set of criteria to ensure that they are competent to deliver the service that they offer to the public.
