About me
If you are struggling with anxiety, eating difficulties, body image difficulties, low mood, or feeling overwhelmed by life, you are in the right place. I work through my private practice, The Accepted Self, offering specialist online therapy across the UK, supporting adults and young people, with a focus on eating disorders, anxiety, and the underlying patterns of self-criticism and pressure that often sit beneath them.
What working with me is like.
Most of the people who come to me are not just dealing with one specific problem. They are dealing with the constant noise in their head. The overthinking. The pressure to get things “right.” The feeling of never quite being good enough.
You might look like you are coping on the outside, but inside feel anxious, overwhelmed, or exhausted from holding everything together. You might find it hard to switch off, second-guess yourself, or feel stuck in cycles of worry, guilt, or self-criticism.
For teenagers, this can often show up as feeling overwhelmed by school or exams, intense pressure to succeed, comparing themselves to others, struggling with friendships, or becoming increasingly withdrawn, anxious, or stuck.
You may also be navigating changes in identity, particularly in motherhood, feeling like you have lost yourself, are constantly falling short, or are trying to meet everyone else’s needs while neglecting your own.
You don’t need to have it all figured out. I can offer a space to feel understood, supported, and guided without judgment.
I am a Doctor in Clinical Psychology, and I provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for young people and adults navigating eating disorders, anxiety (including generalised anxiety disorder, panic attacks and panic disorder, health anxiety, and social anxiety), low mood, relationship difficulties, burnout, perfectionism, self-criticism, and those painful “I’m not good enough” beliefs.
I also recognise that when a young person is struggling, it can have a significant impact on the whole family, and where helpful, I can support parents alongside this work.
Specialist support for eating difficulties.
I have advanced training and experience in treating eating disorders, including:
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Emotional Eating
- Restrictive eating and food avoidance
- Yo-yo dieting
- Body image distress
Many of my clients also struggle with perfectionism, shame, self-criticism, people-pleasing, and feeling either disconnected from or overwhelmed by their emotions, and we work through all of this together.
I draw on therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and DBT skills. For eating disorders specifically, I offer Enhanced CBT (CBT-E) and MANTRA, integrating these with other approaches where helpful. You can find more detailed information about my specialist eating disorder work on my website.
I am a Health at Every Size (HAES) informed practitioner, and I care deeply about helping you feel more at home in your body and more settled within yourself.
I understand how confusing it can feel to want change while another part of you holds tightly to what feels familiar. We will approach change gently and consistently, in a way that feels manageable and respectful.
Support beyond eating disorders.
Other difficulties I often help people with include ~
- Feeling on-edge, panicky, overwhelmed or unable to relax
- Constant worry, overthinking, or feeling like your mind won’t switch off
- Pressure to achieve or fear of getting things wrong
- Feeling sad, flat, disconnected or lacking enjoyment in life
- Burnout, exhaustion, or feeling detached from things that once mattered
- Difficulties in relationships, including conflict, people-pleasing, or struggling to set boundaries
- Feeling lost, stuck, or unsure of who you are or what you need
- Challenges linked to motherhood, including guilt, comparison, identity shifts, and feeling like you are not doing enough
- Memories or past experiences that continue to impact you
- Feeling overwhelmed by exam or work stress
- Difficulty connecting with emotions or feeling overly “in your head”
- Negative self-beliefs, self-criticism, shame, or low self-worth
How we can work together.
- A thorough initial assessment to understand what’s going on and identify the right approach
- Ongoing therapy focused on the goals that matter most to you
- One-off consultation sessions if you would like expert guidance without longer-term therapy
- Specialist supervision for clinicians working with eating disorders
Whether you are seeking support for yourself or for a young person in your care, reaching out can feel daunting. Many people tell me they felt nervous to make the first contact, but were glad they did.
Therapy with me offers a space to feel understood, reduce shame and self-criticism, and begin to rebuild trust in yourself. Together, we will work towards creating a life that feels more manageable, more balanced, and more like your own.
Training, qualifications & experience
Training, qualifications & experience.
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist (PYL35015) with a BSc in Psychology with Clinical Psychology and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy). I have over 13 years of experience working across the NHS and in private practice, supporting people of all ages.
I previously worked as a Senior Clinical Psychologist and Psychology Lead in an NHS Eating Disorder service, where I specialised in treating complex eating difficulties and have stayed up-to-date with research and best practice.
As part of my professional standards, I have regular supervision, engage in ongoing development, and maintain the highest level of confidentiality for all clients.
Now, in private practice, I bring my expertise into a more flexible and personalised therapeutic space where we can work in a way that truly fits you.
My approach.
I believe your struggles make sense. They are not failures. They are understandable responses to stress, trauma, pressure, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others.
My job is to help you feel seen and understood, to work with the whole of who you are (not just the symptoms), and to support you toward a more balanced, grounded, satisfying life. If any part of you is thinking, “Maybe I’m ready for things to feel easier,” I would love to hear from you.
Online Therapy.
I work exclusively online, and I have seen first-hand how effective this can be. Many clients initially feel unsure about meeting virtually, which is completely understandable. In practice, clients often find online sessions more convenient and feel safer in the comfort of their own home, which allows them to be more open and get the most out of therapy. It is perfect for busy professionals, students or parents who do not have the time and flexibility needed to fit travel to and from sessions into their day. Research consistently shows that online therapy is just as effective as face-to-face therapy, and in some cases even more effective. If you are considering therapy but feel unsure about the online format, I would be happy to talk through any questions you have.
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
I am a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist (PYL35015) with a BSc in Psychology with Clinical Psychology and a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy). I have over 13 years of experience working across the NHS and in private practice, supporting people of all ages.
I previously worked as a Senior Clinical Psychologist and Psychology Lead in an NHS Eating Disorder service, where I specialised in treating complex eating difficulties and continue to stay up to date with research and best practice.
As part of my professional standards, I engage in regular supervision, ongoing professional development, and maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.
Now, in private practice, I bring this expertise into a more flexible and personalised therapeutic space, where we can work in a way that truly fits you.
My approach.
I believe your struggles make sense. They are not failures. They are understandable responses to stress, trauma, pressure, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others.
My job is to help you feel seen and understood, to work with the whole of who you are (not just the symptoms), and to support you toward a more balanced, grounded, satisfying life. If any part of you is thinking, “Maybe I’m ready for things to feel easier,” I would love to hear from you.
Online Therapy.
I work exclusively online, and I have seen first-hand how effective this can be. Many clients initially feel unsure about meeting virtually, which is completely understandable. In practice, clients often find online sessions more convenient and feel safer in the comfort of their own home, which allows them to be more open and get the most out of therapy. It is perfect for busy professionals, students or parents who do not have the time and flexibility needed to fit travel to and from sessions into their day. Research consistently shows that online therapy is just as effective as face-to-face therapy, and in some cases even more effective. If you are considering therapy but feel unsure about the online format, I would be happy to talk through any questions you have.
Therapies offered
Fees
£130.00 per session
Health Insurance/EAP
Additional information
I offer a free consultation call to find out about your needs and hopes for therapy and to answer any questions you may have. This takes place on the phone and is usually 15-20 minutes. Please get in touch to book.
Therapy appointments are £130 for a 55-60 minute session. I currently accept self-funding, BUPA, WPA and Vitality health insurance.
I offer Eating Disorder specialist therapy and supervision online that is flexible and accessible from your own space without the stress of travel.
When I work
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Further information
Free Initial Consultation:
I offer a free initial consultation via telephone or video link for up to 20 minutes. This conversation would allow us to think together about what your current main difficulties are and what you would like to be different. We can think together about next steps, and I can answer any questions you may have. There is no obligation to move forwards after a consultation appointment. If this sounds like this might be helpful, please do get in touch.
What to expect from an assessment:
Initial assessments for eating disorders typically consist of two 1-hour sessions, while for other difficulties, assessments usually require just one session, though occasionally two, depending on complexity. During these sessions, we will explore the key challenges you're facing, identify your hopes and goals for change, and discuss the most suitable treatment options. This time also allows us to work on your motivations for change and address any potential barriers to achieving your goals. Together, we'll identify your strengths to build on during therapy to support you in reaching your desired outcomes.
