Dr Omar Cummins

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MA (Oxon); MSc (Brunel); DClinPsy (UCL); PgDip CBT (KCL);
Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PU

About me

 
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You may be anxious, low, or stuck in unhelpful patterns. Perhaps you’re facing a major change, coping with the effects of trauma, or feeling like you’ve lost your sense of self. On the surface you might seem fine, but inside it’s exhausting.

I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with 26 years’ experience helping adults navigate anxiety, low mood, trauma, stress, and life transitions. I work in person in Harpenden and online across the UK, using a blend of evidence-based therapies tailored to your needs.

Together, we’ll explore what’s keeping you stuck, understand patterns that no longer serve you, and create new ways of coping so you feel more grounded, supported, and able to move forward.

I offer a complimentary 20-minute consultation so you can get a sense of how we might work together. Click the ‘Visit Website’ button above to find out more.

Training, qualifications & experience

I bring over two decades of NHS and private sector experience to my practice, having worked across primary care, adult mental health and neuropsychology.

My qualifications include:

  • DClinPsy from University College London
  • PgDip CBT (King’s College London)
  • PgDip Clinical Neuropsychology (University of Bristol)
  • MSc Applied Psychology ( Brunel University)
  • BA Experimental Psychology (University of Oxford)

I’m registered with the HCPC and am a Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS). I am also accredited with the BABCP and EMDR UK.

Member organisations

Registered / Accredited

Registered / Accredited

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BABCP
British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP)

The BABCP is the lead organisation for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in the UK. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in the practice, theory or development of CBT. BABCP also provides accreditation for CBT therapists. BABCP accredited members adhere to the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics in the Practice of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies, and are willing to be scrutinised in this adherence as required.

EMDR UK
EMDR Association UK (EMDR UK)

EMDR UK

HCPC
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

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.

BPS
British Psychological Society (BPS)

British Psychological Society

Accredited register membership

British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies
Accredited Register Scheme

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British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies

Areas of counselling I deal with

Other areas of counselling I deal with

Areas I can help with:

I work with adults facing a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns, including:

  • Anxiety and overthinking
  • Low mood and depression
  • Work-related stress and burnout
  • Life changes or identity issues
  • Loss, grief and adjustment
  • Feeling stuck or unfulfilled
  • Past trauma or difficult experiences
  • Building self-worth and resilience

Therapies offered

Fees

£135.00 per session

Health Insurance/EAP

  • Allianz
  • Axa Health
  • Vitality
  • WPA
  • Aviva
  • BUPA
  • Cigna

Additional information

I primarily work with self-funding clients. Availability for insurance-funded (PMI) work is limited and offered subject to current capacity. 

When I work

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Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
Evening

Further information

Rather than a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor our work to suit your goals, preferences, and pace. Whether you’re looking to manage specific symptoms, make a difficult decision, or find more clarity and confidence in your life, we’ll explore what matters most to you—and work towards meaningful, sustainable change.

Areas I can help with:

I work with adults facing a wide range of emotional and psychological concerns, including:

Anxiety and overthinking


Low mood and depression


Work-related stress and burnout


Life changes or identity issues


Loss, grief and adjustment


Feeling stuck or unfulfilled


Past trauma or difficult experiences


Building self-worth and resilience

The Southdown Clinic Ltd, 136A Southdown Road, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1PU

Type of session

In person
Online

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)

Key details

DBS check

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Online platforms

Zoom
Bilateral Base

Social

Dr Omar Cummins
Dr Omar Cummins