Dr Oliver Schauman

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Consultant Clinical Psychologist

About me

About Me

I am a clinical psychologist offering specialist support for a range of mental health challenges. I have particular expertise in anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and depression. I also have in-depth experience working with individuals who have received a neurodevelopmental diagnosis, such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

A Respectful, Collaborative Space

Above all, I believe therapy should be a safe and respectful space. I strive to build a warm, collaborative relationship grounded in acceptance, inclusion, and genuine care. I welcome clients of all ages, backgrounds, genders, sexualities, and abilities.

My Therapeutic Approach

My work is centred around you—your values, your goals, and what truly matters in your life. I take the time to understand what you'd like to achieve in therapy and tailor the technique and approach accordingly.  Having trained as a clinical psychologist means that I am able to use a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches. 

The main models that I use in my work are:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Narrative Therapy (NT)

Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)

Systemic therapy

We’ll work together to find the therapeutic style that feels like the right fit for you. While I typically work with individuals, I also welcome the involvement of partners or family members when it may be helpful to the therapeutic process.

Where I Work

Therapy sessions are available either in person at a central London location or online for greater flexibility. Please note that I’m currently unable to offer home visits.

Training, qualifications & experience

  • Present Consultant Clinical Psychologist, CAMHS NHS Tier 4 and DBT, South West London and St Georges NHS Trust (2022)
  • Principal Clinical Psychologist, Neurodevelopmental Team, South West London and St Georges NHS Trust (2020-2022)
  • Senior Clinical Psychologist, CAMHS Tier 3, Waltham Forest Child and Family Consultation Service, NELFT (UK) (09/2018- 07/2020)
  • Lecturer/Clinical Tutor Royal Holloway University of London (01/2017-09/2018)
  • Simmons House Adolescent Unit, Whittington Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (10/2014-09/2018)
  • OASIS Southwark and Lambeth, South London and Maudsley NHS FT Clinical Psychologist (part-time) (12/2015-01/2017)

Member organisations

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Areas of counselling I deal with

Therapies offered

Fees

Free initial telephone session

Health Insurance/EAP

  • check_circle Cigna
  • check_circle WPA
  • check_circle BUPA

Further information

Selected publications

Schauman, O., MacLeod, A. K., Thornicroft, G., & Clement, S. (2019)

Mental illness-related discrimination: The role of self-devaluation and anticipated discrimination for decreased well-being. Stigma and Health, 4(1), 11.

McEvoy, P., Schauman, O., Mansell, W., & Morris, L. (2012)

The experience of recovery from the perspective of people with common mental health problems: Findings from a telephone survey. International journal of nursing studies, 49(11), 1375-1382.

Schauman, O & Mansell, W. (2012)

Processes Underlying Ambivalence in Help-seeking: The Loss of Valued Control Model. Clinical Psychology Science and Practice, 19(2), 107-124.

London, Greater London, W1G

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Couples
Organisations

Key details

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Additional languages

Swedish

Supervision

In person
Online

I offer supervision for therapy and neurodevelopmental assessments (ASD/ADHD).

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Dr Oliver Schauman
Dr Oliver Schauman