About me
I am a qualified and registered Clinical Psychologist specialising in trauma and PTSD, persistent anxiety, anger and other mood difficulties, and issues such as low self-esteem.
I have expertise in therapies for trauma, both for single events, such as road traffic accidents, and complex and chronic experiences such as childhood maltreatment and abuse. I am an accredited EMDR practitioner and I can provide a range of techniques to target flashbacks, extreme emotional distress, reliving and unpleasant physical sensations.
I also specialise in persistent anxiety and mood difficulties, such as recurrent depression, chronic anxiety, anger and changeable mood and low self-esteem. At a symptom level, I can provide techniques and skills aimed at tackling intrusive and problematic thoughts, intense mood changes and dysregulation, and problematic physiological sensations. Additionally, the therapy that I provide aims to target the the underlying causes of these difficulties. This may include addressing past trauma, attachment difficulties, relationship difficulties and life stressors. This can additional help feeling stuck, alone, and chronic emptiness.
Within both my NHS experience and private practice, I have worked extensively with people from disadvantaged backgrounds and people who have experienced various types of adversity. These life circumstances along with racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination are thoughtfully and empathically approached through my therapeutic approach.
A central principle of my approach is the value I place on the therapeutic relationship by providing a compassionate and sensitive approach. This is the basis for creating a safe and secure place for us to explore your life story, to create opportunities for meaningful change and to bring about a resolution to your difficulties.
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a qualified Clinical Psychologist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, a Masters degree in Clinical Forensic Psychology and a Bachelors degree in Psychology.
I have training and expertise in a number of psychological theories and therapies. This means I can provide a number of evidence-based and integrative treatment. As a Clinical Psychologist, I have core training in
- CBT
- Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
- Systemic Psychotherapy
Post-qualification I have additional training in the following therapies:
- Accredited in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT)
If you wish to know further details, I offer a free 15 minute consultation to discuss you needs and what I might be able to provide.
Member organisations
school Registered / Accredited
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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
Complex trauma
Therapies offered
Fees
£120.00 per session
Concessions offered for
Health Insurance/EAP
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