Jeanne Vorster Naidoo
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About me
Life can be difficult at times, and it is entirely human to feel overwhelmed, stuck or emotionally vulnerable. You may notice familiar patterns in how you think, feel or relate to others repeating themselves, even when you are doing your best to create change. Therapy can offer a reflective space to make sense of these experiences with warmth, curiosity and care.
I am a Clinical Psychologist and Chartered Psychologist with over 20 years of experience across the NHS and the private sector. I have a particular interest in women's mental health across the lifespan. I offer therapy to women aged 18 and over, in person in a calm and private setting in St John's Wood, and remotely.
My approach is integrative, relational and collaborative. It is grounded primarily in psychodynamic and interpersonal theory, and draws on mindfulness, CBT and other evidence-based approaches where helpful. I am a Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy (DIT) practitioner. I adapt the work to each person's needs, whether you are looking for shorter-term, focused therapy or longer-term exploratory work.
I am a Somatic Trauma Therapies Practitioner and a Somatic EMDR Practitioner. I draw on Polyvagal Theory and somatic approaches to support nervous system regulation. This can be particularly helpful for women living with anxiety, trauma responses or chronic emotional stress. My work is also informed by training in the EMBERS model through the Menopause CBT Clinic, which supports women through midlife, hormonal change and shifts in identity.
Many of the women I work with are experiencing anxiety, low mood or emotional overwhelm. Others struggle with self-worth, perfectionism, people-pleasing, burnout, or a loss of purpose, or notice recurring difficulties in their relationships. I also support women through life transitions, including young adulthood, motherhood, infertility, separation and divorce, menopause, and midlife and beyond. Throughout, the work is oriented towards a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships and your body.
As I work independently rather than within a multidisciplinary team, I am not able to offer therapy for high-risk presentations.
Who I Don’t Typically Work With
Due to the nature of my approach, I do not usually accept referrals for primary OCD or psychosis. My style is insight-oriented and collaborative, which may not be the best fit for these presentations.
If any of this resonates with you, feel free to contact me via the contact page on my website www.jeannevorsternaidoo.com
Training, qualifications & experience
- Accredited Clinical Psychologist (ClinPsych) registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Chartered Psychologist (CPSychol) accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
- Full Member of the BPS Clinical Psychology Division.
- Dynamic Interpersonal Practitioner with kite-marked accreditation by the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPS).
- I completed the EMBERS® Professional Training Programme with the Menopause CBT Clinic®, specialising in Menopause-Informed Psychological Care.
- Somatic-Informed Trauma Therapies Practitioner
- Somatic EMDR Practitioner
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Patients are billed directly for their sessions and are responsible for covering the full session fee. I am registered with several private health providers, so you may be able to submit a claim to your provider. It's recommended that you contact your provider directly to clarify your policy details.
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